Description
The MSI Z790 GAMING PLUS WIFI is an ATX motherboard built around Intel’s Z790 chipset for LGA 1700 processors, supporting Intel 12th, 13th and 14th Gen CPUs. It is designed for builders who need DDR5 memory support (up to 256GB with high overclock frequencies), multiple M.2 NVMe slots for fast storage, and a modern connectivity stack that includes Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet and integrated Intel Wi‑Fi 6E. Key platform features and I/O make it suitable for gaming rigs and high‑performance desktops. ([msi.com](https://www.msi.com/Motherboard/Z790-GAMING-PLUS-WIFI/Specification))
Key features
- Intel Z790 chipset with LGA 1700 socket — supports Intel 14th/13th/12th Gen processors.
- DDR5 memory: 4 DIMM slots, up to 256GB and extensive OC support (7200+ MHz in select configurations).
- Storage: four M.2 slots (one CPU‑direct PCIe 4.0 x4) plus six SATA 6Gb/s ports for mixed NVMe and SATA setups.
- Expansion: PCIe 5.0-capable CPU PCIe x16 slot, additional PCIe 4.0/3.0 slots for GPUs and add‑in cards.
- Networking: Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet and an M.2 Key‑E pre‑installed Intel Wi‑Fi 6E module with Bluetooth 5.3.
- Rear I/O highlights: USB 20Gbps Type‑C (Gen 2×2), USB 10Gbps Type‑A, HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort (dependent on CPU iGPU).
- Audio: Realtek ALC897 7.1 HD codec and onboard EZ Debug LEDs for troubleshooting.
MSI provides official downloads, a product datasheet and support pages for BIOS updates and drivers — check those before installing new CPUs or memory kits. Note that Wi‑Fi 6E 6GHz operation may be subject to local regulatory restrictions; confirm availability in your country. The EAN supplied (4711377134712) matches retailer listings for this exact model. ([msi.com](https://www.msi.com/Motherboard/Z790-GAMING-PLUS-WIFI/Specification))
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