MSI Z890 GAMING PLUS WIFI6E

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MSI Z890 GAMING PLUS WIFI6E

The MSI Z890 GAMING PLUS WIFI6E motherboard is the cornerstone for building a PC with Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors for the LGA 1851 socket. This ATX format board with the Intel Z890 chipset connects all hardware components and facilitates fast communication between them. Connecting advanced components requires a stable power supply and efficient power distribution to all parts of the system. The entire PCB design meets the demanding requirements for stable, continuous operation during gaming and demanding calculations under the Windows 11 64-bit operating system.

Chipset

Intel Z890

Chipset
Socket

Intel 1851

Socket
Format

ATX

Format
Memory type

DDR5

Memory type
RAM slots

4×

Number of RAM slots

Key features of the MSI Z890 GAMING PLUS WIFI6E motherboard

  • Intel Z890 chipset, LGA 1851 socket and ATX format
  • 4× DDR5 memory slots with a total capacity of up to 256GB
  • PCIe 5.0 ×16 interface complemented by a Wi-Fi 6E wireless module
  • Storage includes 4× M.2 NVMe and 4× SATA III with RAID support
  • Network connectivity provided by 5G LAN, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3
  • Power system stabilised by 14+1+1+1 Duet Rail Power phases
  • Easy assembly with the EZ DIY system and EZ Debug LEDs
MSI Z890 GAMING PLUS WIFI6E motherboard

Power system

The processor power supply uses a 14+1+1+1 Duet Rail Power phase system with 55A DrMOS and Core Boost technology. The board uses two 8-pin connectors for CPU power and one additional 8-pin connector for PCIe interface power. A stable power supply prevents unwanted voltage drops during intensive system load. The PCB design contains 6 layers with a 2-ounce copper content. All power connectors have solid pins for more reliable current transfer.

MSI Z890 GAMING PLUS WIFI6E motherboard

DDR5 RAM

The board offers 4 DDR5 UDIMM memory module slots with support for a total capacity of up to 256GB. The motherboard supports Intel XMP 3.0 profiles, which enables easy overclocking. The memory modules operate in Dual-Channel mode at high frequency. The architecture also supports modern CUDIMM memory modules.

MSI Z890 GAMING PLUS WIFI6E motherboard

Fast data storage

For connecting hard drives and SSDs, there are 4 M.2 slots and 4 SATA III connectors. The first M.2_1 slot takes lanes directly from the processor and fully supports the PCIe 5.0 ×4 interface with a throughput of up to 128 Gb/s. Fast data transfer shortens loading times in applications and games. The other three M.2 slots use the PCIe 4.0 ×4 interface from the chipset. You can connect drives in these slots and on the SATA ports into RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 arrays.

MSI Z890 GAMING PLUS WIFI6E motherboard

Graphics cards and expansion slots

The motherboard carries a total of 3 PCI Express x16 slots and 1 PCI Express x1 slot. The main PCIe 5.0 ×16 slot communicates directly with the processor to take full advantage of modern graphics cards. The steel reinforcement of the slot protects against damage from heavy graphics cards. The remaining two PCIe x16 slots operate in PCIe 4.0 ×4 mode via the chipset.

MSI Z890 GAMING PLUS WIFI6E motherboard

Network interface

Network connectivity is provided by the Intel Killer E5000 wired controller with a throughput of 5 Gb/s. Wireless transfers are handled by the integrated Wi-Fi 6E module with a theoretical speed of up to 2.4 Gb/s. The wireless module operates in three frequency bands, specifically 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz. The board also offers a Bluetooth version 5.3 wireless interface.

MSI Z890 GAMING PLUS WIFI6E motherboard

Cooling system and protective features

Cooling of the power delivery system is ensured by an extended heatsink with thermal pads rated at 7W/mK. M.2 SSDs are protected by passive EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II heatsinks to maintain optimal operating temperatures. Diagnostic LEDs instantly detect the source of any problems when starting the computer. The board has an integrated I/O shield for easier installation into the case.

MSI Z890 GAMING PLUS WIFI6E motherboard
MSI Z890 GAMING PLUS WIFI6E motherboard

Port configuration

Storage

  • Number of SATA III: 4
  • Number of M.2: 4
  • M.2 Slot - 1× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen5
  • M.2 Slot - 3× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen4
  • Functions: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10

USB ports

  • Internal USB 2.0: 4 (2 headers)
  • Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1: 4 (2 headers)
  • Internal USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2: 1 (1 header)
  • Rear USB 2.0: 4
  • Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1: 2
  • Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2: 2

Graphics

  • HDMI 2.1
  • DisplayPort 1.4
  • Graphics outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort

Sound

  • Number of channels: 7.1
  • Audio codec: Realtek ALC897
  • Rear connectors: 3× 3.5mm jack

Other

  • Rear: Flash BIOS button, 1× RJ-45 (LAN) 5Gb/s, PS/2, Wi-Fi antenna
  • Power: 24-pin, 2× 8-pin ATX 12V, 1× 8-pin PCI-E
  • Cooling: CPU fan - 1, system fan - 5, water pump / system fan - 1
  • Internal: Chassis Intrusion, TPM, RGB LED (4-pin), 3× addressable RGB LED, Tuning Controller
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Choosing a motherboard

When choosing a motherboard (or mainboard), it's important to pay particular attention to the motherboard's socket type, form factor and chipset. These parameters are among the most important and ensure the board's compatibility with the processor, expansion cards and other components. The specific socket determines the choice of a suitable processor, while the remaining connectors dictate which other components you'll need for your future PC.

Specifications

Socket and chipset

Socket Intel 1851
Chipset Intel Z890

Format & functions

Basic functions Bluetooth, Integrated network card, Integrated sound card, PCI Express 5.0, For CPU with integrated GPU, Wi-Fi

Memory

Design DIMM
Connection Mode dual-channel

Advanced parameters

Sound card type Realtek ALC897

Connectors

External Jack, PS/2, USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2, RJ-45 (LAN) 5Gbps, USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4
Internal RGB LED Header, TPM header, USB 3.2 Gen 1 bracket, USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 bracket, USB 2.0 bracket, M.2 PCIe 5.0, PCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 4.0 x4, PCIe 4.0 x1, Serial ATA III, ARGB LED Header, M.2 PCIe 4.0
USB 2.0 4×
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0) 2×
USB 3.1 (3.1 gen2) 2×
M.2 slots 4×
Serial ATA III 4×

Compatibility

Compatible processor generation Core Ultra Series 2

Colour

Colour Black
Code:  AAz890g3
Warranty: 36 months
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Manufacturer information

Micro-Star International Co Ltd. C/O MSI Computer Europe BV, Science Park Eindhoven 5706, 5692 ER, Son, Netherlands, [email protected]


The Taiwanese company MSI (Micro-Star International) has earned a solid place in the world of IT, mainly producing motherboards for desktop computers. However, it also produces high quality graphics cards, barebone computers, notebook computers, networking products, servers, and many other computer components. MSI products support the latest technologies and provide the performance necessary for all applications. Recently, the company has begun making a name for itself in the growing segment of gaming notebooks.

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