MSI launches Z790mower motherboard for overclocking at $199
BAru A few days after the WCCFTECH portal reported that MSI launched the Z790Mpower motherboard, the new product has been marketed in China. The Micro ATX board for Intel Alder Lake, Raptor Lake, and Raptor Lake Refresh processors is priced at $199 and is aimed at overclocking fans who don’t want to pay more.
Featured Features Z790Power
This new product offers features commonly found on more expensive MSI MEG series motherboards. For example, the Z790Power is equipped with an external clock generator and the ability to configure the BCLK bus. These two features definitely increase the added value for overclockers. The Z790Power is based on a 14-phase VRM power subsystem with a 12+1+1 phase pattern.
DDR5 RAM support and large storage capacity
This board is equipped with two DIMM connectors for the DDR5 RAM module. Supports RAM modules with a speed of 8000 MT/s (and higher) through the XMP profile, this board allows storage up to 128GB.
PCIe slot, external connection, and high speed
The new product is also equipped with two PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (one in x4 mode), one PCIe 3.0 x1, and two M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 slots. External connection includes one HDMI 2.1, one DisplayPort 1.4, one USB 3.2 Gen2X2 Type-C (20 Gbit/s), four USB 3.2 Gen2 (three Type-A and one Type-C) with a speed of 10 Gbit/s, two USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (5 Gbit/s), and eight USB 2.0. In addition, the Z790Power is equipped with a 2.5 Gigabit network adapter, 6E Wi-Fi support, and Bluetooth 5.3.
Collaboration with leading RAM manufacturers
As part of the launch of the Z790Power, MSI works with various RAM manufacturers who have released a fully compatible and tested RAM module set for this new motherboard, with a suitable theme. Companies such as G.Skill, Oloy, Asgard, and Biwin participated in this collaboration. The RAM module of this manufacturer can be seen in the image above and below.
EZ Dashboard: Easy Overclocking Feature
One of the interesting features of the Z790Mower motherboard is the presence of a small EZ Dashboard accessory board. Designed for easy overclocking, this board comes with a button to turn on and reboot the PC, reset the BIOS, and the LED indicator for the POST code. This is a very useful tool for overclockers, so this addition to the $199 board is a pleasant surprise.
Availability in Asian markets and future plans
Currently, MSI is launching the Z790Power motherboard only in the Asian market. However, this new product will also appear in other markets in the future.
With competitive prices and high-end features, the MSI Z790Power strengthens its position as the best choice for overclocking fans. With innovative design and collaboration with leading RAM manufacturers, this motherboard is an attractive choice for those who want high performance without having to pay a fortune. Stay tuned for further updates around the Z790Power from MSI.
