Bring easy connectivity to your system with the MAG Z790 TOMAHAWK WIFI DDR4 LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard from MSI. Utilizing the Intel Z790 chipset and LGA 1700 socket, this ATX motherboard sports four DDR4 RAM slots supporting dual channel memory and speeds up to 5333 MHz when overclocked. Seven SATA III and four M.2 interfaces provide ample room for storage and support RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10. Install GPUs or other adapter cards via PCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 4.0 x16, and PCIe 3.0 x1 slots. Take advantage of fast networking with a 2.5 GbE Intel LAN and Wi-Fi 6E; connect to wireless peripherals with ease using Bluetooth 5.2.

The Realtek ALC4080 audio codec supports 7.1 channel surround sound, while rear ports allow for analog or digital output. Connect wired peripherals via four USB 3.2 Gen 1 and four Gen 2 Type-A ports, or via USB 3.2 Gen 2 and 2x2 Type-C ports. Output video via DisplayPort and HDMI. The rear I/O panel also sports Clear CMOS and Flash BIOS buttons. Internal headers provide support for front-panel USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and USB 3.2 Gen 1 and 2.0 Type-A ports, RGB connectors, chassis intrusion, a TPM module, and more.

16 Cores & 24 Threads    3.4 GHz P-Core Clock Speed    5.4 GHz Maximum Turbo Boost Frequency    LGA 1700 Socket    30MB Cache Memory    ATX Form Factor    Intel Z790 Chipset    4 x Dual-Channel DDR4-5333 (OC)    7 x SATA III, 4 x M.2    1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 & 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot

This motherboard features an LGA 1700 socket, which supports 12th and 13th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors.

This motherboard sports the Intel Z790 chipset for optimal performance.

Lightning Gen 5 is a PCIe 5.0 solution that boasts up to 128 GB/s bandwidth and for optimal transfer speed.

Four onboard M.2 connectors provide maximum storage performance.

Wi-Fi 6E supports the 6 GHz spectrum, MU-MIMO, and BSS color technology and delivers speeds up to 2400 Mbps.

This motherboard also features a 2.5G LAN to deliver fast networking.

A built-in USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port offers up to 20 Gb/s transmission speed, four times faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1.

M.2 Shield FROZR is a strengthened built-in M.2 thermal solution that keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling and making them run faster.

Memory Boost technology delivers pure data signals for unfettered performance, stability, and compatibility, while Core Boost supports more cores to provide better performance with intricate layouts and fully digital power designs.

Audio Boost on the MAG 790 TOMAHAWK WIFI DDR4 Motherboard provides isolated audio with a robust processor for an immersive gaming experience. An enhanced PCB design with 6 layers and 2 ounces of thickened copper provides higher performance and long-lasting system stability without compromise.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this motherboard support Ryzen 9 5950x out of the box or a BIOS update is required?

A: It might require it, depending when it was manufactured. The MSI MPG X570 GAMING PRO CARBON WIFI AM4 ATX Motherboard BH #MSMPGX570GPC does offer BIOS flashback so you would be able to update it without the CPU installed.

Q: 2. Does it support ryzen 5 5600/5600x

A: For use with some AM4 socket CPU you may need to do a BIOS update on the MSI B550M PRO-VDH WIFI Micro-ATX Motherboard BH #MSB550MPVDHW.

Q: 3. The picture for IO shield makes it seems like it only covers the ports and not the entire portion, does it cover everything?

A: No, unfortunately this model leaves some parts of the IO exposed.

Q: 4. Can i use rgb and argb fans at the same time with this motherboard

A: Yes, you can use RGB and aRGB fans at the same time when using the MSI B550-A PRO AM4 ATX Motherboard, (B&H # MSB550APRO). RGB and aRGB are separate, just make sure to connect them to the right header, otherwise, it will cause damage since they use different voltages.

Q: 5. Does it support Ryzen 5000 out of the box?

A: It will not support a Ryzen 5000 out of the box unless it was stickered as 5000 ready.

Q: 6. The picture for IO shield makes it look like it just covers the ports? Just want to make sure it's a full IO shield?

A: Yes, the MSI B550-A PRO AM4 ATX Motherboard BH #MSB550APRO comes with a full I/O shield.

Q: 7. will it be updated to the latest bios? because the cpu im trying to get with it won't work without it

A: The MSI B550-A PRO AM4 ATX Motherboard would ship with the newest bios at point of production.

Q: 8. need bios update for amd ryzen 5 5000g ?

A: No, the ASUS PRIME B550M-A WIFI II Micro-ATX DDR4 Motherboard does not need a BIOS update to be compatible with the Ryzen 5 5700G.

Q: 9. The top 2 USB for the BIOS. Can I use it as just regular a regular USB for my keyboard, mouse, etc?

A: The top two USB ports on the MSI B550 GAMING GEN3 AM4 ATX Motherboard function as typical USB ports, which can be used to connect your keyboard, mouse, etc.

Q: 10. can it run Linux?

A: This would be dependent on specific distro being used for your Linux build.