MSI MEG Z490 ACE Intel LGA1200 ATX Motherboard with USB-C 2.5G LAN and Triple Turbo M.2

• The MSI MEG Z490 ACE motherboard supports 10th Gen Intel Core and Pentium Gold /Celeron processors for LGA 1200 socket. Combining MSI Core Boost, you can release maximum performance no matter what CPU you use. With the MEG series, take complete control of performance and personalization with the ultimate gaming series for enthusiasts who want it all.
• M.2 SHIELD FROZR is the next generation M.2 thermal solution offers the best thermal protection to make sure that SSD maintains maximum performance. Frozr Heatsink, VRM Heat-pipe, MOSFET Baseplate and M.2 Shield Frozr ensures the extreme performance with low temp.
• Onboard 2.5G LAN plus Gigabit LAN and latest Wi-Fi 6 solution deliver the best online experience without lag. INTERSIL digital PWM, 16+1 phases with 90A Smart Power Stage, dual CPU power connectors and exclusive Mirrored Power Arrangement to unleash the true power of your processors.
• Featuring the Lighting ASmedia 3241 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 controller, MSI motherboards offers USB speeds up to 20Gb/s when connecting the Rear USB Type-C. The Lightning USB 20G connectors are covered with gold to ensure a better signal and performance.

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MEG Z490 ACE

The MEG series seeks to transcend current gaming products, the flagship model designed to push the limits of what an extreme gaming series can be. Combining the strengths of our existing arsenal with new innovative technology, this results in significant improvements in operational and gaming efficiency.

M.2 Shield Frozr

M.2 SHIELD FROZR is the next generation M.2, offering the best thermal protection to make sure that SSD maintains maximum performance.

DDR4 Boost

MSI conducts thorough memory testing with the most popular memory brands under extreme conditions to ensure your system runs stable no matter what.

WIFI 6

The WIFI 6 adopts the latest OFDMA and two-way MU-MIMO technologies and could provide up to 4X network capacity and efficiency in the high signal density environment.

Mystic Light

Splash on some color and vibrant RGB lighting effects using MSI Mystic Light with 16.8 million colors and 29 LED effects. The Mystic Light Extension will help to have more attractive way to decorate your gaming rig by the LED Strips.

Chest Plate

Strengthens the board with metal backplate, prevents bending, protects components and benefits your installation process.

Lightning USB 20G

Featuring the Lighting ASmedia 3241 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 controller, MSI motherboards offers USB speeds up to 20Gb/s when connecting the Rear USB Type-C. The Lightning USB 20G connectors are covered with gold to ensure a better signal and performance.

2.5G + 1G LAN

MEG Z490 ACE features high-bandwidth and low-latency 2.5G plus Gigabit LAN for power users. Onboard 2.5Gbps connectivity provides incredible data transfer speed faster than ever before.

16+1 Phases Robust Power Design

Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built with a total of 16+1 digital power phases. Combining dual power connectors and exclusive Mirrored Power Arrangement, MEG series motherboard is ready for the challenge of high-end processors.

Core Boost

Core Boost technology combines MSI’s premium layout and digital power design which allows for faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU at pin-point precision. This creates the perfect conditions for your CPU overclocking.

Easy Overclocking

The XMP (Extreme Memory Profiles) in MSI BIOS are tested and certified by MSI OC LAB. It is easy to enable with auto power settings to get the best memory speed and stability.

Memory Force

MSI MEG series motherboards feature exclusive Memory Force function which shows the current state of DDR4 memory. This patent-pending feature simplifies the complicated training flow to an easy graphic that helps you determine the direction of overclocking without the redundant reboot and testing process.

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