MSI MEG Z890 UNIFY-X LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard

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MSI MEG Z890 UNIFY-X LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard
Key Features
  • ATX Form Factor
  • Intel Z890 Chipset
  • LGA 1851 Socket
  • 2 x Dual-Channel DDR5 Slots
Take your gaming and content creation experiences to a new level by including the MSI MEG Z890 UNIFY-X LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard in your computer build. Supporting Intel Core Ultra series 2 desktop processors with the LGA 1851 socket, gamers and enthusiasts can outfit this motherboard to smoothly handle extremely demanding applications and AI workloads.
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MSI Z890 UNIFY-X Overview

Take your gaming and content creation experiences to a new level by including the MSI MEG Z890 UNIFY-X LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard in your computer build. Supporting Intel Core Ultra series 2 desktop processors with the LGA 1851 socket, gamers and enthusiasts can outfit this motherboard to smoothly handle extremely demanding applications and AI workloads.

Designed to help simplify builds, MSI's EZ technology makes it easy to install two M.2 PCIe 5.0 and four PCIe 4.0 SSDs to store your games library, applications, and important files. There are also six SATA III connectors available. The two DDR5 DIMM slots support up to 128GB, reaching up to 9600 MT/s overclocked speeds. With two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots, one PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4 mode) slot, and one PCIe 4.0 x1 slot, you can install powerful graphics cards and other compatible expansions.

The rear panel features two Thunderbolt 4 ports that can transfer up to 40 Gb/s with compatible devices or connect a USB-C compatible 8K display. It's also loaded with two USB-C and eight USB-A ports that support 10 Gb/s devices. An internal header allows you to connect a front panel 20 Gb/s USB-C port. Built-in Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) support and a 5 Gb/s Ethernet port provide you with connections to compatible network devices for smooth 8K video streaming and low-latency online games. Windows 11 64-bit is required to take advantage of all the motherboard's features.

Ultra Power
Unleash maximum CPU performance with a 20+2+1+1 digital power phases, a 110A Smart Power Stage, and OC Engine.
Tuning Control
Designed for enthusiasts, the included Tuning Controller allows users to fine-tune overclocking parameters with just one click. With multiple shortcut buttons, the Tuning Controller simplifies the complex overclocking process, making it more accessible for power users aiming to optimize system performance with precision.
EZ M.2 Clip II
MSI's EZ M.2 CLIP II makes SSD installation seamless. Insert the SSD into the M.2 slot and press it down to lock it in place with the clip. Flicking the clip outward lets you remove the SSD. Use the EZ M.2 Clip II remover tool to detach or reposition the clip on the motherboard.
Flash BIOS
Flash the BIOS with only a connected power supply and a flash drive. No CPU or memory required.
Clear CMOS
Restore the BIOS to its default settings with the push of a button.
Thunderbolt 4
In addition to transferring up to 40 Gb/s with a reversible USB-C connector, Thunderbolt 4 supports up to one 8K monitor or two 4K displays simultaneously. It also works with 20 Gb/s USB4 and you can daisy chain up to six devices to a single port.
Wi-Fi 7
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) introduces higher speeds, wider channels, improved efficiency, and reduced latency over Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), with maximum speeds of up to 5.8 Gb/s. Utilizing 320 MHz on the 6 GHz band ensures reliability during simultaneous transmissions at max speeds and the 4096 QAM boosts peak transmission rates and network capacity. Multi-Link Operation enables devices to simultaneously send and receive data across several frequency bands and channels to meet traffic demands and the growing number of wireless devices.
PCIe 5.0
Doubling the speed of the previous generation, the PCIe 5.0 x16 interface can reach 128 GB/s.
Audio Boost 5
Enjoy studio grade sound quality for immersive gaming experiences.
UPC: 824142385548

MSI Z890 UNIFY-X Specs

Key Specs
Chipset
Intel Z890
CPU Socket
LGA 1851
Memory Slots
2x 288-Pin
Memory Type Support
DDR5, 9600 MT/s Maximum Supported Speed
M.2 Slots
22110 / 2280
Expansion Slots
1x PCIe 5.0 x16
1x PCIe 5.0 x16 (x8 mode)
1x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4 mode)
1x PCIe 4.0 x1
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Form Factor
ATX
CPU
Chipset
Intel Z890
CPU Socket
LGA 1851
Back Panel I/O
USB I/O
2x USB-C (USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2)
8x USB-A (USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2)
Thunderbolt I/O
2x Thunderbolt 4
Display I/O
No
Audio I/O
2x 1/8" / 3.5 mm
1x S/PDIF
Ethernet / Controller
1x Intel 5GbE
PS/2
2x PS/2
Wi-Fi Antenna
2x Connector
Buttons
BIOS Flashback, Clear CMOS
Memory
Memory Slots
2x 288-Pin
Memory Type Support
DDR5, 9600 MT/s Maximum Supported Speed
Maximum Capacity
128 GB
Channel Architecture
Dual Channel
ECC Support
Non-ECC Unbuffered
Storage Expansion
SATA
6x SATA III
M.2 Slots
3x M.2 (M Key) 2280/2260 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
1x M.2 (M Key) 22110/2280/2260 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
1x M.2 (M Key) 2280/2260 (PCIe 4.0 x4 / SATA III)
1x M.2 (M Key) 2280/2260 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
Optane Memory Support
No
RAID Support
RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Internal I/O
Expansion Slots
1x PCIe 5.0 x16
1x PCIe 5.0 x16 (x8 mode)
1x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4 mode)
1x PCIe 4.0 x1
USB
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Header (Supports 1 USB-C Port)
2x USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 Header (Supports 4 USB-A Port)
2x USB 2.0 Header (Supports 4 USB-A Port)
Air Cooling
1x 4-Pin CPU
4x 4-Pin System
Liquid Cooling
2x 4-Pin Pump
Power Connectors
1x 24-Pin Mainboard
2x 8-Pin ATX
1x 8-Pin CPU
1x 6-Pin ATX
Security
Chassis Intrusion, TPM Header
LED Header
9x RGB
Audio
1x Speaker
Diagnostics
2-Digit Debug LED
Add-On
1x Tuning Controller
1x Thunderbolt Header
BIOS
ROM
2x 256 Mb
Front Panel I/O
Front Panel I/O
AAFP, USB 2.0, USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
Audio
Audio Codec
Realtek ALC4080 (7.1-Channel)
DAC
No
Wireless
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be): Tri-Band (2.4, 5, & 6 GHz) with MU-MIMO Support
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.4
Physical
Form Factor
ATX
Dimensions
9.6 x 12" / 244 x 305 mm

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