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MSI Z790ACE Gaming Motherboard DDR5 LGA 1700

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E-ATX Z790 motherboard with dual Thunderbolt 4, five M.2 slots, and extreme 24+1+2 phase power delivery.

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Overview

The MSI MEG Z790 ACE is a flagship E-ATX motherboard built for enthusiasts and power users running 12th, 13th, or 14th Gen Intel Core processors on the LGA 1700 platform. At its core is a 24+1+2 phase power design featuring 105A smart power stages and dual CPU power connectors, providing the clean, sustained power delivery needed for high-end processors under heavy overclocking. DDR5 support extends up to 128 GB at speeds of DDR5 7800+ MHz with overclocking, making it a strong foundation for memory-intensive workloads and gaming alike.

Connectivity is where the Z790 ACE truly distinguishes itself. Dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports deliver 40 Gbps transfer speeds, 8K display output, and daisy-chain capability — a rare feature on gaming motherboards. Five onboard M.2 connectors, including one PCIe 5.0 slot, offer massive storage expansion with MSI's double-sided Shield Frozr heatsinks keeping SSDs cool under load. Networking is handled by integrated Wi-Fi 6E with Bluetooth 5.3 and a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port. The E-ATX form factor accommodates all of this hardware while maintaining clean routing and thermal management, making the Z790 ACE a comprehensive platform for builds where performance and expandability take priority.

Key Features

Supports 12th/13th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors for LGA 1700 socket

Supports DDR5 Memory, Dual Channel DDR5 7800+MHz (OC)

Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports: Thunderbolt USB-C at true 40 Gb/s speeds, 8K display support, Daisy-Chaining and Multi-Port Accessory Architecture provide reliable connectivity and better user experience

Extreme Power Design: 24+1+2 phases power design with 105A Smart Power Stage and dual CPU power connectors are ready to unleash the maximum performance

Maximum 5 x M.2 Connectors: Onboard quintuple M.2 connectors including one PCIe 5.0 solution for the maximum storage performance. The double-sided Shield Frozr design keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling, making them run faster

Specifications

CPU Socket
LGA 1700
Chipset
Intel Z790
Supported Processors
12th, 13th, 14th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, Celeron
Memory Type
DDR5, Dual Channel
Max Memory Speed
DDR5 7800+ MHz (OC)
Max Memory Capacity
128 GB
Power Phases
24+1+2 (105A Smart Power Stage)
M.2 Slots
5 (1x PCIe 5.0)
Thunderbolt
Dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C (40 Gbps)
LAN
2.5 Gbps Ethernet
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
Form Factor
E-ATX
Dimensions
12 x 10.9 x 2.5 inches
Operating System
Windows 11

Frequently Asked Questions

The MEG Z790 ACE supports 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Intel Core processors using the LGA 1700 socket, including Core i9, i7, i5, i3, Pentium Gold, and Celeron chips.
The board supports up to 128 GB of DDR5 memory across dual channels, with overclocking support up to DDR5 7800+ MHz.
Yes, it includes Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 built in, so no additional wireless adapter is needed.
There are five M.2 connectors, with one supporting PCIe 5.0 for maximum SSD performance. All M.2 slots feature MSI's Shield Frozr double-sided heatsink design to prevent thermal throttling.
The MEG Z790 ACE is an E-ATX motherboard measuring 12 x 10.9 inches, so you will need a case that supports E-ATX or larger boards.