MAG Z790 EDGE MONSTER HUNTER EDITION

MSI X MONSTER HUNTER 20TH ANNIVERSIRY

The MPG Z790 EDGE MONSTER HUNTER EDITION is a gaming oriented ATX motherboard constructed around the latest Intel Z790 chipset that delivers both performance and style.

Supports Intel Core 14th, 13th & 12th Gen Processors

The MPG Z790 EDGE MONSTER HUNTER EDITION motherboard supports 14th, 13th & 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors.

• Form Factor: ATX
• Socket Type: LGA 1700
• Chipset: Intel Z790

16+1+1 Phase Mirrored Power Arrangement with 90A Smart Power Stage

With exclusive Core Boost technology, the MPG Z790 EDGE MONSTER HUNTER EDITION is able to sustain heavy CPU power loads to support system-demanding game settings:

1. Digital PWM IC

2. 16-Phase Mirrored Power Arrangement (90A)

3. 1-Phase GT Power

4. 1-Phase AUX Power

Integrated Cooling Features

• VRM Cooling: 7W/mK thermal pads for improved thermal dissipation.
• SSD Cooling: M.2 Shield Frozr prevents thermal throttling.
• System Cooling: Connect and synchronize cooling with strategically placed pin-headers - including a dedicated pump-fan header.
• PCB Cooling: Premium 6-layer printed circuit design with 2 oz. thickened copper improves heat dissipation & reliability.

4 x DDR5 Dual Channel (7800+ MHz OC)*

• Memory Boost: A fully-isolated DDR circuit delivers pure data signals for optimal gaming and overclocking performance.
• XMP profiles in MSI BIOS are MSI OC LAB optimized and can be easily enabled with auto power settings for optimized memory speed and stability.

* 1DPC 1R Max. overclocking frequency 7800+ MHz, supports Intel XMP.

Fortified PCI-e 5.0 x16 Slot

MSI PCI Express Steel Armor slot are secured to the motherboard with extra solder points to support the weight of heavy graphics cards. When every advantage in games counts, Steel Armor also shields the point of contact from electromagnetic interference.

• 1 x PCI-e 5.0/4.0/3.0 x16 slot* (with Steel Armor**)
• 1 x PCI-e 4.0/3.0 x16 slot*
• 1 x PCI-e 3.0 x1 slot

* Supports x16/x4

** MSI Surface Mount Technology (SMT) solder welding improves signal clarity.

Gen5 M.2 Connector

The MPG Z790 EDGE MONSTER HUNTER EDITION motherboard features MSI's M.2 slots:

• 1 x Gen5 x4 128Gbps slot (with double-sided M.2 Shield Frozr)
• 4 x Gen4 x4 64Gbps slots (with M.2 Shield Frozr)

M.2 Shield Frozr

Even the world’s fastest SSDs will automatically slow if thermal throttling firmware detects excessively high temperatures.

• M.2 Shield Frozr is MSI's most advanced thermal solution, offering the best possible protection to ensure maximum SSD transfer speed performance.
• Tool-Free M.2 Shield Frozr: MSI patented Shield Frozr cover features a tool-free design so users don't have to worry about lost screws or overtightening.

Wi-Fi 7 & Bluetooth 5.4

• 2.5G LAN: An Intel 2.5Gbps LAN controller delivers a premium network gaming experience.
• Wi-Fi 7: Features the latest Wi-Fi 7 solution (ultra-low latency, high-bandwidth) & Bluetooth 5.4 technology.
• USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C: Connect to devices and transfer files at high bandwidth rates: 20Gb/s.
• HD Audio: 7.1-Channel USB High Performance Audio with Audio Boost 5 & S/PDIF output.