MSI MEG Z790 ACE MAX

Overview:

The MSI MEG Z790 ACE MAX is a premium high-end motherboard engineered for enthusiasts and creators who demand exceptional stability, powerful overclocking capabilities, and next-generation connectivity. Built for Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Core processors, the ACE MAX upgrades the original ACE with enhanced VRM performance, improved memory support, faster networking, and expanded storage options.
With its dual PCIe 5.0 slots, advanced DDR5 tuning, Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 4, and luxurious black-and-gold design, the Z790 ACE MAX delivers outstanding performance for high-end gaming PCs and professional workstations.

Full Specifications:

• Chipset: Intel Z790

• CPU Support:

  • Intel 12th / 13th / 14th Gen Core processors

  • Socket LGA 1700

• Form Factor: E-ATX

• Memory Support:

  • DDR5

  • Up to 192GB

  • 4 DIMM slots

  • High-frequency OC support (8000MHz+ depending on CPU)

• VRM Design:

  • 24+1+2 phase power design

  • 105A SPS power stages

  • Extended heatsinks with heatpipe and fin array

• Expansion Slots:

  • 2 × PCIe 5.0 x16 (Steel Armor)

  • 1 × PCIe 4.0 slot

• Storage:

  • 5 × M.2 slots total

    • 1 × PCIe 5.0 M.2

    • 4 × PCIe 4.0 M.2

  • 6 × SATA III ports

• Networking:

  • 10G LAN

  • 2.5G LAN

  • Wi-Fi 7

  • Bluetooth 5.x

• USB & Connectivity:

  • USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C

  • Thunderbolt 4 / USB4

  • Multiple USB 3.2 Gen 2 & Gen 1 ports

  • Front panel USB-C header

• Audio:

  • Realtek ALC4082 codec

  • ESS SABRE Hi-Fi DAC

  • Isolated audio design

• Internal Features:

  • Debug LEDs

  • BIOS Flashback & Clear CMOS buttons

  • Dual BIOS support

  • RGB & ARGB headers

  • Reinforced PCIe & DIMM slots

• Cooling Support:

  • Multiple PWM fan headers

  • Pump and AIO headers

  • Full M.2 Shield Frozr coverage

• Ideal For:

  • High-end gaming systems

  • Overclocking enthusiasts

  • Content creators & workstation builds

  • Luxury PC setups