MSI Meg Z890 Ace LGA1851 ATX Motherboard

MSI MEG Z890 ACE Motherboard, ATX - Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors, LGA 1851, DDR5 6400+MHz/OC, PCIe 5.0 & 4.0 x16, M.2 Gen5, Marvell AQC113CS 10G LAN, Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 4

Feature

• INTEL ULTRA CORE, EXTREME PERFORMANCE - The MEG Z890 ACE employs a 24+1+2+1 DRPS (110A, SPS) VRM system for the Intel Z890 chipset (LGA 1851, Intel Ultra Core); Core Boost architecture unlocks the full potential for multi-core overclocking
• FROZR DESIGN – Wavy fin design, direct touch cross heat-pipe, aluminum cover, double-sided M.2 Shield Frozr, metal backplate and Frozr AI software ensure the utmost performance with low temp.
• DDR5 MEMORY, PCIe 5.0 & 4.0 x16 SLOTS - 4 x DDR5 DIMM SMT slots with Memory Boost isolated circuitry for overclocking (6400+ MHz); 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slots supports the primary graphics card (PCIe 4.0 x4 slot)
• QUINTUPLE M.2 CONNECTORS - Premium storage options consist of 1 x M.2 Gen5 x4 128Gbps slots and 4 x M.2 Gen4 x4 64Gbps slots with double-sided Shield Frozr to prevent SSD thermal throttling; Features a tool-free installation system with EZ M.2 Clips
• EXCELLENT CONNECTIVITY - Network includes an Intel Wi-Fi 7 module with Bluetooth 5.4 & Marvell AQC113CS 10G LAN; Rear ports include 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (USB Type-C, 40Gbps) & 7.1 USB High Performance Audio with Audio Boost 5 HD (S/PDIF output)

• MSI Support Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) for LGA 1851 socket
• Supports DDR5 Memory, Dual Channel DDR5 9200+ MT/s (OC)
• Ultra Performance: 24+2+1+1 Duet Rail Power System, 110A SPS, OC Engine, dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost, Memory Boost, 8-layer PCB made by 2oz thickened copper and server-grade level material.
• Frozr Guard: Wavy fin design, Direct Touch Cross Heat-pipe, MOSFET Baseplate, 9W/mK thermal pads, Double-Sided M.2 Shield Frozr and Frozr AI software ensure the utmost performance with low temperature.
• EZ DIY: EZ PCIe Release, EZ Magnetic M.2 Shield Frozr II, EZ M.2 Clip II and EZ Antenna.
• Ultra Connect: Dual Thunderbolt™ 4 ports, 10G LAN, and Full-speed Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 7 Solution – The latest solution for professional and multimedia use, delivering secure, stable, and high-speed networking and data transmission.
• Lightning Fast Game Experience: PCIe 5.0 slots, Onboard 5x M.2 Connectors with Lightning Gen 5 Solution, Front USB 20G with 60W USB Power Delivery.
• Audio Boost 5 HD: Ultimate audio solution with latest premium ALC4082 audio processor combining ESS audio DAC and amplifier deliver the breathtaking experience.

Designed to help simplify builds, MSI's EZ technology makes it easy to install one M.2 PCIe 5.0 and four PCIe 4.0 SSDs to store your games library, applications, and important files. There are also four SATA III connectors available alongside four DDR5 DIMM slots. With two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots and one PCIe 4.0 x4 slot, you can install powerful graphics cards and other compatible expansions. The rear panel features two Thunderbolt 4 ports that can transfer up to 40 Gb/s with compatible devices or connect a USB-C compatible 8K display. It's also loaded with two USB-C and 11 USB-A ports that support 10 Gb/s devices. An internal header allows you to connect a front panel 20 Gb/s USB-C port. Built-in Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) support and a 10 Gb/s Ethernet port provide you with connections to compatible network devices for smooth 8K video streaming and low-latency online games.

Ultra Power

Unleash maximum CPU performance with a 24+1+2+1 Duet Rail Power System (DRPS), a 110A Smart Power Stage, and OC Engine.

EZ M.2 Clip II

MSI's EZ M.2 CLIP II makes SSD installation seamless. Insert the SSD into the M.2 slot and press it down to lock it in place with the clip. Flicking the clip outward lets you remove the SSD. Use the EZ M.2 Clip II remover tool to detach or reposition the clip on the motherboard.

EZ Magnetic M.2 Shield Frozr II

The screwless design allows you to easily install M.2 drives while enabling true "wireless" RGB function.

EZ PCIe Release

An easy-to-access physical button release mechanism helps to remove any PCIe card with a single tap, making it easier to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device.

Flash BIOS

Flash the BIOS with only a connected power supply and a flash drive. No CPU or memory required.

Clear CMOS

Restore the BIOS to its default settings with the push of a button.

Thunderbolt 4

In addition to transferring up to 40 Gb/s with a reversible USB-C connector, Thunderbolt 4 supports up to one 8K monitor or two 4K displays simultaneously. It also works with 20 Gb/s USB4 and you can daisy chain up to six devices to a single port.

Wi-Fi 7

Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) introduces higher speeds, wider channels, improved efficiency, and reduced latency over Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), with maximum speeds of up to 5.8 Gb/s. Utilizing 320 MHz on the 6 GHz band ensures reliability during simultaneous transmissions at max speeds and the 4096 QAM boosts peak transmission rates and network capacity. Multi-Link Operation enables devices to simultaneously send and receive data across several frequency bands and channels to meet traffic demands and the growing number of wireless devices.

PCIe 5.0

Doubling the speed of the previous generation, the PCIe 5.0 x16 interface can reach 128 GB/s.

Audio Boost 5 HD

The integrated ESS audio system, DAC, and amplifier immerses you in crystal clear virtual 7.1 surround sound.