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ATX motherboard in black carbon-finish with silver heatsinks and rear I/O shield

MSI

MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI Intel motherboard

SKU CH-SPQP-6PB63

Supports Intel Core 12th, 13th and 14th Gen processors with DDR5 memory up to 256 GB and PCIe 5.0 graphics slot

  • ProcessorSupport Intel Core™ 14th/ 13th/ 12th Gen Processors, Intel P
  • ChipsetIntel Z790
  • CPU socketLGA 1700
  • Supported memoryNo data yet
  • Max supported RAM256 GB
  • PCI slots2X PCI-E x16 slots (quantity) 1X PCI-E x1 slot (quantity) PC
  • Supports Intel 12th, 13th and 14th Gen processors via LGA 1700 socket
  • Up to 256 GB DDR5 memory capacity across four slots
  • PCIe 5.0 x16 slot ready for latest graphics cards
  • 1 channel Realtek ALC4080 audio with 32-bit 384 kHz front-panel playback
  • Intel 2.5 Gbps LAN plus USB 20 Gbps Type-C front and rear ports

LGA 1700 ATX board for Intel Core 12/13/14 Gen

This ATX motherboard uses the Intel Z790 chipset and an LGA 1700 socket to support Intel Core 12th, 13th and 14th generation processors as well as Pentium Gold and Celeron CPUs. It provides four DDR5 memory slots with a maximum capacity of 256GB. The board measures 304.8mm by 243.84mm and fits standard ATX cases.

Thermals and power delivery for daily workloads

A 16+1+1 phase power design feeds the CPU socket while extended heatsinks cover the VRM and M.2 areas. The Frozr AI cooling system adjusts fan curves based on component temperatures. During typical desktop use the board runs quiet and draws only the power required by the installed processor and peripherals.

Bundled I/O shield and single SATA cable

The retail package includes a chassis I/O back panel and one SATA cable. No additional cables, Wi-Fi antennas or mounting hardware are supplied. Builders must source extra SATA cables, M.2 screws and any required antennas separately. The minimal bundle keeps the box light but requires planning before assembly.

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Price $170.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Product lineMSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI
Model nameMSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI
Processor
ProcessorSupport Intel Core™ 14th/ 13th/ 12th Gen Processors, Intel Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
LGA 1700
CPU socketLGA 1700
ChipsetIntel Z790
Memory
Supported memoryNo data yet
Max supported RAM256 GB
Storage
SATA and RAID support6XSATA III interface, 5xM.2 interface
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek ALC4080 Codec
7.1-Channel USB High Performance Audio
Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback on front panel
Connectivity
Ethernet controllerIntel 2.5 Gbit/s LAN

Questions about this item

How do I install the CPU into the LGA 1700 socket and which step is most often missed?

Align the notches on the processor with the socket keys, lower the CPU gently without forcing it, close the retention lever, then apply thermal paste before mounting the cooler — skipping the paste causes immediate overheating.

What maintenance or replacement will the onboard audio and LAN components need over time?

The Realtek ALC4080 codec and Intel 2.5Gbps LAN are soldered to the board and require no user-serviceable parts; only driver updates via the operating system keep them functioning correctly.

What limit appears first when the PCIe 5.0 x16 slot runs at full speed for extended periods?

The graphics card or add-in card will hit its own thermal or power ceiling before the motherboard lane saturates, so sustained throughput is capped by the installed device rather than the slot itself.

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