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ATX motherboard with silver heatsinks and black PCB

MSI

MSI Z790 PROJECT ZERO D5 Intel motherboard

SKU CH-268C-DEMMC

An ATX Intel motherboard with a 14+1+1 Duet Rail power system, DDR5 memory up to 7200 MHz, PCIe 5.0 slots, and Gen 4 x4 M.2 support

  • ChipsetIntel Z790
  • Form factorATX
  • Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
  • Supports 12th, 13th, 14th Gen Intel CPUs via LGA 1700 socket
  • DDR5 memory reaches 7200 MHz overclocked for high-speed performance
  • 14+1+1 Duet Rail power with dual 8-pin connectors ensures stable delivery
  • PCIe 5.0 slots and Lightning Gen 4 x4 M.2 enable fast storage and graphics
  • 6-layer 2oz copper PCB with server-grade components provides reliable signal integrity

Z790 DDR5 ATX Motherboard

The MSI Z790 PROJECT ZERO D5 is an ATX motherboard built on the Intel Z790 chipset for LGA 1700 processors. It supports 12th, 13th and 14th Gen Intel Pentium Gold and Celeron CPUs. Four 288-pin slots accept DDR5 memory up to 7200+ MHz when overclocked. A 14+1+1 Duet Rail power system with dual 8-pin CPU connectors provides stable delivery.

Builders Who Need High-Speed DDR5 and PCIe 5.0

This board suits builders who want DDR5 memory support and PCIe 5.0 expansion slots for graphics or storage. It also offers Lightning Gen 4 x4 M.2 and USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 connectivity. Builders requiring a smaller form factor or a different chipset feature set should evaluate other options.

Four DDR5 Slots With 7200+ MHz Overclock Support

The four 288-pin DDR5 slots and rated 7200+ MHz overclock capability determine whether this board matches your memory kit and performance targets. Verify that your chosen modules and CPU memory controller can operate at the desired frequency.

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Price $307.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameZ790 PROJECT ZERO D5
Processor
ChipsetIntel Z790
Memory
Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
Size & build
Form factorATX

Questions about this item

Does this board take 12th Gen Intel CPUs?

Yes, it supports 12th, 13th and 14th Gen Intel Pentium Gold and Celeron processors on the LGA 1700 socket.

What DDR5 speeds can I run?

The board is validated for DDR5 memory up to 7200+ (OC) MHz across its four 288-pin slots.

What fast storage interfaces are available?

It provides PCIe 5.0 slots and Lightning Gen 4 x4 M.2 connectors for high-speed drives.

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