- Turbo M.2, the PCI-E Gen3 x4 capability maximizes performance for NVME SSDs
- DDR4 Boost, advanced technology to provide clean data signals for better gaming performance and stability
- Core Boost, fully digital power design to support more cores providing better performance
- 8+4 Pin power supply, 8 + 4 pin connectors to ensure adequate power for high performance multi-core CPUs
- Digital PWM IC, high-quality materials that help the system run smoothly under extreme conditions
- Excellent Network Solution, 2.5G LAN with LAN manager offers the best experience for gaming
- Turbo USB, USB 3.2 Gen 2 for speeds up to 10 Gbps with Type C connector
- Multi-GPU, support for 2-way AMD CrossFire with appropriate slot
- PCI-E Steel Armor, protection for VGA cards from possible bending as well as electromagnetic interference
- Audio Boost, studio-quality sound for an immersive audio experience.
Specifications
Description
Product Details
- Size
- ATX
- Type
- Desktop
Processor
- Supported Processors
- Intel
- Models
- Celeron Dual Core, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, Core i9, Pentium Dual Core
- Supported CPU Generation
- Comet Lake
- Socket
- 1200
Chipset
- Model
- Intel Z490
Memory
- Memory type
- DDR4
- Quantity
- 4 DIMM Slots
- Memory Speeds
- 2133, 2400, 2666, 2933, 3000OC, 3200, 3300OC, 3400OC, 3466OC, 3600OC, 3733OC, 3866OC, 4000OC, 4133OC, 4200OC, 4266OC, 4300OC, 4400OC, 4533OC, 4600OC, 4800OC
- Memory Channels
- Dual Channel
Internal Connectors
- PCI Express x16 3.0
- 2 Slot
- SATA III 6Gb/s
- 6 Port
- M.2 Type
- 2 PCIe 3.0 Ports
- M.2 Slots
- 0
External Connectors
- Rear USB-A outputs
- 2 USB 2.0 Ports, 3 USB 3.2 Ports
- Rear USB-C outputs
- 1 USB 3.2 Port
- Ethernet (LAN)
- 1
- Screen Connections
- DisplayPort, HDMI
Specifications
- RGB Lighting
- No
- WiFi/Bluetooth
- No
- Extra
- RGB Header
Sound
- Sound Card Channels
- 7.1
- Additional Audio Connections
- -
Top Specs
- Memory
- -
Important information
Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.
Description
The PRO series helps users work smarter by providing an efficient and productive experience. It features the Intel Z490 chipset, supporting 10th and 11th generation Intel processors with Socket 1200. It has four slots for a total memory of up to 128 GB DDR4 dual channel, which can be overclocked up to 5000.
Capabilities
- Turbo M.2, the PCI-E Gen3 x4 capability maximizes performance for NVME SSDs
- DDR4 Boost, advanced technology to provide clean data signals for better gaming performance and stability
- Core Boost, fully digital power design to support more cores providing better performance
- 8+4 Pin power supply, 8 + 4 pin connectors to ensure adequate power for high performance multi-core CPUs
- Digital PWM IC, high-quality materials that help the system run smoothly under extreme conditions
- Excellent Network Solution, 2.5G LAN with LAN manager offers the best experience for gaming
- Turbo USB, USB 3.2 Gen 2 for speeds up to 10 Gbps with Type C connector
- Multi-GPU, support for 2-way AMD CrossFire with appropriate slot
- PCI-E Steel Armor, protection for VGA cards from possible bending as well as electromagnetic interference
- Audio Boost, studio-quality sound for an immersive audio experience.
Cooling
- Extended Heatsink, allows the latest processors to operate at maximum speed
- M.2 Shield Frozr, enhanced cooling system for the SSD, keeps it safe and allows it to run faster
- Pump Fan Support, water cooling control for better cooling performance and noise
M.2 SHIELD FROZR
The world's fastest SSDs may start to reduce their performance when they get hot. As part of the motherboard's heatsink design, the M.2 SHIELD FROZR is the next-generation M.2 thermal solution to avoid this phenomenon, offering the best thermal protection to ensure that the SSD maintains maximum performance.
Ethernet
The 2.5Gbps LAN provides incredible data transfer speed faster than Gigabit LAN. It is a premium solution for demanding users.
Storage
The MSI PRO series motherboards support all the latest storage standards, allowing users to connect any ultra-fast storage device. The higher efficiency makes your work easier.
Intel Optane
Computer users can now enjoy the performance of an SSD on their hard drive by combining it with the new Intel Optane memory device. Intel Optane technology provides an unparalleled combination of high performance, low latency, high quality of service, and high endurance.
Mystic Light
Add color
The Mystic Light Extension header provides an intuitive way to control additional RGB strips and other RGB peripherals added to a system, without requiring a separate RGB controller.
DDR4 Boost & XMP
The MSI OC LAB is not just about extreme overclocking. Compared to the XMP profile of the Z390 motherboard memory, MSI has made a significant improvement in performance and efficiency for the Z490. Easily activate the XMP profile with automatic power settings to get the best memory speed and stability.
MSI Center
The brand-new MSI Center consolidates a suite of MSI software utilities into a single central application. Take control of the motherboard's advanced features and unleash unlimited possibilities.