MSI PRO Z790 A MAX WIFI
The MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WiFi is a high-performance ATX motherboard supporting Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen CPUs. It features DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0, multiple M.2 slots, WiFi 6E, and robust power delivery for demanding builds.
Features
CPU & Chipset Support
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Socket: LGA1700 compatible with Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors.
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Chipset: Intel Z790 chipset, designed for high-end performance, multitasking, and next-gen connectivity.
 
Memory Support
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Slots: Four DDR5 DIMM slots.
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Capacity: Supports up to 192 GB.
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Speeds: Supports DDR5 up to 7800 MHz (OC), depending on CPU.
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XMP: Intel Extreme Memory Profile 3.0 ready for simplified overclocking.
 
Expansion Slots
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Graphics: One reinforced PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for next-generation graphics cards.
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Additional Slots: One PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4) slot and two PCIe 3.0 x1 slots for add-in cards.
 
Storage
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M.2: Four PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slots with M.2 Shield Frozr heatsinks for high-speed NVMe SSDs.
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SATA: Six SATA 6 Gb/s ports for HDDs or SATA SSDs.
 
Networking & Wireless
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WiFi: Integrated WiFi 6E with Bluetooth for ultra-fast wireless networking.
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LAN: 2.5G LAN for high-speed wired connectivity.
 
USB & Connectivity
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Rear I/O: Includes USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, multiple USB 3.2 Gen2, Gen1, and USB 2.0 ports.
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Internal Headers: Support for additional USB front panel ports, including Type-C.
 
Display & Audio
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Video Outputs: HDMI and DisplayPort available for CPUs with integrated graphics.
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Audio: 7.1-channel high-definition audio with Audio Boost technology for clear, immersive sound.
 
Power Delivery & Cooling
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VRM Design: High-performance power phase design with premium chokes and capacitors ensures stable power delivery for CPUs.
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Cooling: Extended heatsinks, multiple fan headers, pump support, and M.2 Shield Frozr to maintain thermal efficiency.
 
Form Factor & Build
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Form Factor: ATX, offering wide expansion possibilities.
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Durability: Reinforced PCIe slots, premium PCB, and surge/ESD protection for long-lasting reliability.
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BIOS: Click BIOS 5 provides an intuitive interface for system tuning, monitoring, and overclocking.
 
Conclusion
The MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WiFi is a future-ready, performance-focused motherboard built for professionals and gamers. With DDR5, PCIe 5.0, WiFi 6E, and robust expansion, it ensures powerful computing performance and long-term upgrade flexibility.
Specifications
| CPU | SUPPROTS INTEL CORE 14TH/13TH/12TH GEN PROCESSORS , INTEL PENTIUM GOLD AND CELERON PROCESSORS | 
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| CHIPSET | H790 | 
| MEMORY | 4 X DDR5 , SUPPORTS UPTO 7800 MT/S | 
| VIDEO OUTPUT PORTS | 1 X HDMI PORT | 
| LAN + WIFI + BLUETOOTH | INTEL 2.5GBPS LAN , WIFI-7 , BLUETOOTH 5.4**,MLO,4KQAM | 
| AUDIO | REALTEK ALC4080 CODEC 7.1-CHANNEL USB HIGH PERFORMANCE AUDIO | 
| EXPANSION SLOTS | 3 X PCI-E X16 SLOT , 1 X PCI-E X1 SLOT , PCI_E1 GEN PCIe 5.0 SUPPORTS UP TO X16 , PCI_E2 GEN PCIe 3.0 SUPPORTS UP TO X1 , PCI_E3 GEN PCIe 4.0 SUPPORTS UP TO X4 , PCI_E4 GEN PCIe 3.0 SUPPORTS UP TO X1 , | 
| STORAGE INTERFACES | 4 X M.2 , M.2_1 SOURCE (FROM CPU) SUPPORTS UP TO PCIe 4.0 X4 , SUPPORTS 22110/2280/2260/2242 DEVICES , M.2_2 SOURCE (FROM CHIPSET) SUPPORTS UP TO PCIe 4.0 X4 , SUPPORTS 2280/2260/2242 DEVICES , M.2_3 SOURCE (FROM CHIPSET) SUPPORTS UP TO PCIe 4.0 X4 / SATA MODE, SUPPORTS 2280/2260/2242 DEVICES , M.2_4 SOURCE(FROM CHIPSET) SUPPORTS UP TO PCIe 4.0 X4 / SATA MODE, SUPPORTS 2280/2260/2242 DEVICES , 6 X SATA 6G | 
| INTERNAL I/O CONNECTORS | 1 X POWER CONNECTOR (ATX_PWR), 2 X POWER CONNECTOR(CPU_PWR) , 1 X CPU FAN , 1 X PUMP FAN , 6 X SYSTEM FAN , 2 X FRONT PANEL (JFP) , 1 X CHASSIS INTRUSION (JCI) , 1 X FRONT AUDIO (JAUD) , 1 X TBT CONNECTOR(JTBT,SUPPORTS RTD3) , 1 X TUNING CONTROLLER CONNECTOR (JDASH), 3 X ADRESSABLE V2 RGB LED CONNECTOR (JARGB_V2) , 1 X RGB LED CONNERCTOR (JRGB) , 1 X TPM PIN HEADER CONNECTOR , (SUPPORT TPM 2.0) , 4 X USB 2.0 PORTS , 2 X USB 3.2 GEN1 TYPE-A PORTS , 1 X USB 3.2 GEN2 TTYPE-C PORTS , 1 X USB4 CARD CONNECTOR (JTBT_U4_1,SUPPORTS RTD3) | 
| BACK PANEL CONNECTORS | DISPLAYPORT, USB 2.0 , 2.5G LAN , WIFI/BLUETOOTH , AUDIO CONNECTORS , HDMI , FLASH BIOS BUTTON , USB 3.2 GEN 1 5GBPS (TYPE-A) ,USB 3.2 GEN 2 10GBPS(TYPE-A) , USB 3.2GEN 2X2 20GBPS(TYPE-C) , S/PDIF-OUT | 
| SIZE | ATX | 
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