The Z790MPOWER motherboard, designed exclusively for extreme memory overclockers, features only 2 DIMM slots to ensure a clearer DDR5 memory signal, pushing the boundaries of memory overclocking. Teamed with Dragon Alliance approved memory, gamers can achieve higher frequencies, delivering an enhanced performance experience.
DRAGON ALLIANCE PARTNERS
Acer Predator Hermes
Acer Predator Pallas II
Acer Predator Vesta II
Adata XPG LANCER
Adata XPG LANCER blade
Apacer PANTHER DDR5
Apacer PANTHER DDR5 RGB
Asgard MPOWER Alliance X Valkyrie
BIWIN WOOKONG
Corestal DDR5 RGB
CORSAIR VENGEANCE RGB DDR5
G.skill TRIDENT Z5 RGB
Kimtigo DDR5 PC RGB G5 Silver Series
KingBank Godzedge
KingBank SoarBlade
Kingston FURY Renegade DDR5
Kingston FURY Renegade DDR5 RGB
KLEVV CRAS V RGB
Lexar ARES MPOWER
Oloy MPOWER
Patriot Venom DDR5 RGB
PNY XLR8 RGB
Thermaltake TOUGHRAM RGB D5
v-color XFinity mpower
STABLE CORNERSTONE OF YOUR SYSTEM
Pre-installed I/O Shield
PCIe Steel Armor
6 Layer PCB with
2oz Thickened Copper
Digital PWM
Core Boost
OC Engine
EZ Dashboard
Premium thermal solution
Extended Heatsink
M.2 Shield Frozr
Pump Fan Support
Heatsinks with 7W/mK Thermal Pad
Enlarged PCH Heatsink
HIGH-SPEED TRANSMISSION
USB 20G Type-C
2.5G Network Solution
Wi-Fi 6E
Lightning Gen 5
Dedicated for Extreme OC
Dual M.2 Connectors
HARDWARE
- cooling
- Power Solution
- Diy Friendly
- cooling overview
- System Cooling
- Fully Fan Control
- Water Cooling
Cooling Overview
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Extended Heatsink
Extended Heatsink enlarges the surface of heat dissipation and maintain the performance at heavy loads.
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M.2 Shield Frozr
Strengthened M.2 thermal solution helps M.2 SSD safe and ensures incredible performance.
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Heavy Plated VRM Heatsink
The VRM heatsink covers the upper MOS and helps dissipate the heat.
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7W/mK Thermal Pad & Additional Choke Pad
High-quality 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads and additional choke thermal pads ensure stable performance when all cores are running at high speed.
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Chipset Heatsink
The chipset heatsink is designed to reduce dust and noise and also capable of maintaining high efficiency of PCH.
DIY 2.0 – INTEGRATING WITH THE SYSTEM ENVIRONMENT
Connect and synchronize with MSI coolers and cases with strategically positioned pin-header locations including a dedicated pump-fan header.
FOR CPU COOLER
FOR WATERBLOCK COOLER
FOR TOP SYSTEM FAN
FOR FRONT SYSTEM FAN
FOR REAR SYSTEM FAN
Fully Fan Control
MSI motherboards let you manage speeds and temperatures for all your system and CPU fans in BIOS and software with a simplified graphical interface. You can also set up to 4 temperature targets, which will adjust the fan speeds automatically.
Detecting CPU & GPU temperatures and automatically adjusting fan duty of system fans to a proper value by adopting MSI AI ENGINE.
MSI fan headers automatically detect fans running in DC or PWM mode for optimal tuning of fan speeds and silence. Hysteresis also makes your fans spin up fluently to make sure your system stays silent, no matter what.
OPTIMIZED FOR WATER COOLING
Designed to support the most popular All-In-One & customized water cooling solutions on the market. A dedicated water pump PIN header supports up to 3 amp, giving you full control of the water pump speed. A clearly marked ‘keep-out-zone’ allows for easy and safe installation and a perfect fit.
- STRUCTURE
- OC ENGINE
- PCB DESIGN
- MORE FOR PERFORMANCE
12+1+1 DUET RAIL POWER SYSTEM
Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built with digital CPU power system. Combining 8 + 8-pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology, Z790MPOWER motherboard is ready to sustain heavy gaming loadings.
POWER
POWER
DIGITALL POWER DESIGN
A fully digital power design allows for faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU at pin-point precision.
DOUBLE POWER CONNECTORS
Two 8-pin connectors deliver adequate power even for an overclocked multi-core CPU.
CORE BOOST
Premium layout not only support the multi-core CPU, also create the perfect conditions for your CPU overclocking.
OC ENGINE
With the clock generator, the OC ENGINE technology releases the maximum power of CPU.
OPTIMIZED PCB SOLUTION
The PCB design has been optimized for higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds, which is also beneficial for reliable circuit transmission.
- 6 PCB layers
- 2oz Thickened Copper
- IT150GS Server-grade PCB material
MORE FOR PERFORMANCE
- EZ DASHBOARD
- EZ M.2 CLIP
- DRIVER UTILITY INSTALLER
- MORE FOR DIY FRIENDLY
EZ DASHBOARD
Designed for optimal experience with overclocking setups, this exclusive accessory card integrates power, reset, clear CMOS buttons, and a debug LED, simplifying the reboot and testing procedure. Elevate the overclocking endeavors to new heights with this all-in-one solution, ensuring a smoother and efficient process.
EZ M.2 CLIP
Have trouble turning screws? MSI innovative EZ M.2 clip assist you install an M.2 SSD quickly and effortlessly.
MSI DRIVER UTILITY INSTALLER
Once connected to the internet, MSI Driver Utility Installer will detect and present suitable drivers and utilities automatically, you can download and install with just a few clicks. Leam more
*Please ensure to connect the internet, or the Driver Utility Installer won’t launch automatically.
*MSI Driver Utility Installer will be ready in Windows 11 build 22H2.
MORE FOR DIY FRIENDLY
The design protect your IO ports and makes your installation process easier and safer.
* Please ensure to remove the unnecessary mounting stand-off when installing the motherboard into the case.
PERFORMANCE
- Expansion
- memory
- Bios & software
- LIGHTNING GEN 5 PCI-E
- STORAGE
- USB
Lightning Gen 5 PCI-e with Steel Armor
LIGHTNING GEN 5 PCI-E
Doubling over the previous generation, the bandwidth of a x16 interface can reach 128GB/s.
SMT PCIE 5.0 SLOT
The advanced SMT(Surface Mount Technology) PCIE slot diminish interference and electrical noise, fully support the PCI-E 5.0 signal.
HEAVY SOLDERED CONNECTIONS
Secure to the motherboard with extra solder points and support the weight of heavy graphics cards.
FAST AND FUTURE-READY STORAGE
MSI Z790MPOWER motherboard support all the latest storage standards, which allows users to connect any ultra-fast storage device. Start games faster, load levels faster and have a real advantage over your enemies.
2x
6x
DOUBLE BANDWIDTH WITH LIGHTNING USB 3.2 GEN 2x2 20G
Using USB 3.2 devices has never been faster! Z790MPOWER motherboards offer a wide variety of options to connect and boost your USB devices, offering never before seen USB speeds up to 20Gb/s when connecting the Rear USB Type-C.
USB FRONT TYPE-C
MSI gaming motherboards support USB Front Type-C that allows gamers to connect with the latest USB devices. Built up a system with MSI PC case to have the most convenient experience.
- DRAGON ALLIANCE
- DDR5
- XMP
DEDICATED FOR EXTREME OC
Tailored for extreme memory overclockers, MSI introduces the 1SPC (1 Slot Per Channel) design, minimizing signal losses and optimizing memory frequency and performance. Collaborating with renowned memory brands, MSI OC Lab establishes the Dragon Alliance. This initiative not only tests regular QVL modules but also emphasizes 1SPC design, memory controller development, PCB layout enhancements, and dedicated BIOS functions, effortlessly achieving 8000+ memory frequencies for hardcore enthusiasts.
LATEST DDR5 MEMORY WITH SMT SLOT
A huge step of DDR performance enhancement with the latest DDR5 memory. Combines with dedicated SMT welding process and MSI Memory Boost technology, Z790MPOWER is ready to deliver the world class memory performance.
The advanced SMT(Surface Mount Technology) welding process reduces the defect rate of slot solder joints, electromagnetism, and interference. Combining with exclusive Memory Boost technology allows MSI motherboards to deliver the clean and pure high-frequency DDR5 signal.
EASY OVERCLOCKING WITH XMP PROFILE
The XMP (Extreme Memory Profiles) in MSI BIOS are tested and certified by MSI OC LAB. It is easy to enable with auto power settings to get the best memory speed and stability.
- CLICK BIOS 5
- MSI CENTER
- RESIZABLE BAR
- AIDA64
- NORTON 360
CLICK BIOS 5
Get more from a loaded BIOS designed for ease of use. Fine-tune the motherboard for gaming performance, efficiency, or overclocking world records!
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XMP
Choose from a preset XMP profile and automatically overclock compatible DDR memory.
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VMD (Volume Management Device)
Enable direct control and management of NVMe SSDs from the PCIe bus without additional hardware adaptors.
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M-FLASH
Conveniently flash or upgrade the BIOS in a few minutes from the CMOS Setup Utility.
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HARDWARE MONITOR
Get immediate access to your critical hardware information in real-time including temperature, memory capacity, clock speed, and voltage.
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MEMORY TRY IT
Get extreme speed out of your system memory and get more performance.
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SEARCH & FAVORITES
A permanent search & favorite option in the top right corner moves you through the BIOS menus quickly.
MSI CENTER
MSI brand new MSI Center unifies a suite of MSI software utilities into a single centralized application. Take control of advanced motherboards features and unleash endless possibilities.
RESIZABLE BAR
Resizable BAR (Re-Size BAR) is an advanced PCI Express feature that enables the CPU to access the entire GPU frame buffer at once and improve performance.
Exclusive UI of AIDA64 Extreme
MSI motherboards provide 60 days free trial of AIDA64 Extreme - MSI edition. AIDA64 Extreme is an almighty application for system information, diagnostics and benchmarks. With the application, you can monitor the detailed hardware and software information on PC and save it to file in multiple formats such as CSV and HTML.
Opt-in to Cyber Safety with Norton 360 Deluxe
Multiple layers of protection for your devices, online privacy features including our Secure VPN, plus Dark Web Monitoring - all in a single solution. With MSI motherboards, you can enjoy a 60-day free trial of Norton 360 Deluxe.
- Up to 50 GB PC cloud backup
- Real time Threat protection and Smart Firewall
- Password manager
- PC SafeCam
The MSI trial offer is not available for existing Norton customers. If you have an active Norton subscription, you will need to opt-out of the existing subscription to be eligible for this offer. For Important Subscription, Pricing and Offer Details, please refer to NortonLifeLock License and Services Agreement. NortonLifeLock Product and Service Privacy Notices.
Connectivity
- networking
- audio
- mystic light
- 2.5G LAN & WI-FI 6E
HIGH-BANDWIDTH AND LOW-LATENCY NETWORK
MSI's premium network solution provides incredible data transfer speed for demanding users.
- Wi-Fi 6E
- Bluetooth 5.3
- 2.5G LAN
- Dual Band Antenna with Stand
- Audio Boost
- Isolated Analogy Structure
Audio boost
- HIGH DEFINITION AUDIO PROCESSOR
- HIGH QUALITY AUDIO CAPACITORS
- HIGH QUALITY AUDIO JACKS
- ISOLATED AUDIO SIGNAL
- DE-POP PROTECTION
The Isolated Analogy Structure for Audio Connectors
To provide clear voice, MSI develops a unique structure – Isolated Analogy Structure. The external metal framework of the audio connectors is separated from the internal layout, which ensures the sound quality crisp.
* The image above is an illustrative reference. Please refer to specification pages for more details.
- Synchronize
EXTEND YOUR RGB EXPERIENCE WITH EASE
Add more color if you want! Mystic Light Extension pin header provides an intuitive way to control additional RGB strips and other RGB peripherals added to a system, without needing a separate RGB controller.
*Gen2 device only supports 7 RGB themes
Z790MPOWER
- Support Intel® Core™ 14th/ 13th/ 12th Gen Processors, Intel® Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors for LGA 1700 socket
- Supports DDR5 Memory, up to 8000+(OC) MHz
- Dedicated for Extreme OC: Top-notch R&D design and exclusive 2 DIMM solution paired with Dragon Alliance-approved memory provide a clearer DDR5 signal, achieving world-class memory performance.
- Enhanced Power Design: 12+1+1 Duet Rail Power System, dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost, Memory Boost
- OC Engine: With the clock generator, the OC Engine technology releases the maximum power of CPU.
- Premium Thermal Solution: Extended Heatsink, MOSFET thermal pads rated for 7W/mK, additional choke thermal pads, and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop works
- Lightning Fast Game experience: PCIe 5.0 slot, Lightning Gen 4 x4 M.2 with M.2 Shield Frozr, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20G
- High Quality PCB: 6-layer PCB made by 2oz thickened copper and server grade level material
- Audio Boost: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience
