MSI - MEG Z490 ACE (Socket LGA1200) USB-C Gen2 Intel Motherboard
- Key Specs
- Chipset: Intel Z490
- Form Factor: ATX (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Processor Socket: Socket LGA 1200 (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- Number Of Memory Slots: 4
- General
- Brand: MSI
- Model Number: MEG Z490 ACE
- Product Name: MEG Z490 ACE (Socket LGA1200) USB-C Gen2 Intel Motherboard
- Compatibility
- Chipset: Intel Z490
- Form Factor: ATX (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Processor Socket: Socket LGA 1200 (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- Processor Compatibility: Intel Celeron, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i3, Intel Core i7
- Slot
- Number Of Memory Slots: 4
- Dimensions
- Product Width: 9.6 millimeters (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Memory
- Memory Slot Type: 288-pin DIMM
- Other
- UPC: 824142199053
Build a powerful gaming rig with this MSI MEG Z490 Ace ATX motherboard. The SATA ports and M.2 slots support flexible storage options, while the Frozr heatsink design ensures cool operation during extended gaming sessions. This MSI MEG Z490 Ace ATX motherboard features built-in Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth for secure wireless connectivity and supports 10th Gen Intel Core processors for speedy response.
- Supports Intel® processors: Including Celeron®, Core™ i5, Core™ i3, Core™ i7, Core™ i9 and Pentium® Gold in an LGA 1200 socket.
- 4800MHz (OC) system speed: With an Intel® Z490 chipset for fast computing.
- NVIDIA 2-way SLI and AMD 3-way CrossFireX graphics support: Provides ultrarealistic image detail when gaming.
- Peripheral interfaces: Include 1 LAN (Gigabit Ethernet), 3 USB 3.2 Gen 2, 1 USB-C Gen2x2, 1 audio line-out, 1 microphone, 1 audio line-out (center/subwoofer), 1 audio line-out (rear), 1 audio line-in, 1 TOSLINK, and more.
- Expansion capabilities: Include 3 PCI Express 3.0 x16 and 2 PCI Express 3.0 x1.
- Supports Intel® processors: Including Celeron®, Core™ i5, Core™ i3, Core™ i7, Core™ i9 and Pentium® Gold in an LGA 1200 socket.
- 4800MHz (OC) system speed: With an Intel® Z490 chipset for fast computing.
- NVIDIA 2-way SLI and AMD 3-way CrossFireX graphics support: Provides ultrarealistic image detail when gaming.
- Peripheral interfaces: Include 1 LAN (Gigabit Ethernet), 3 USB 3.2 Gen 2, 1 USB-C Gen2x2, 1 audio line-out, 1 microphone, 1 audio line-out (center/subwoofer), 1 audio line-out (rear), 1 audio line-in, 1 TOSLINK, and more.
- Expansion capabilities: Include 3 PCI Express 3.0 x16 and 2 PCI Express 3.0 x1.
Whats Included
- MSI MEG Z490 ACE (Socket LGA1200) USB-C Gen2 Intel Motherboard
- MSI MEG Z490 ACE (Socket LGA1200) USB-C Gen2 Intel Motherboard
Product Manuals
Q: whats the largest SSD space can it handle
A: There is currently no limit on SSD storage space size.
Q: So this will work with 3060 gpu?
A: Yes it can.
Q: Can this board connect to a monitor using only integrated graphics, with no dedicated graphics card?
A: No - if you look at the specs (on other websites) you'll notice that the back I/O ports will say something like 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out / 1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo / 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C / 2 x LAN (RJ45) / 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 / 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A / 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A / 5 x Audio Jacks (no mention of a display port) OR you could look at the picture of the back I/O port and see that there's no display port provided... Hope that helps
Q: Does this motherboard have pcie 4 capabilities?
A: Yes but after the release of 11th gen CPUs.
Q: Can a MSI GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER 8GB VENTUS XS OC Graphics Card work this this motherboard?
A: Yes, absolutely. Any pci express 3.0 and even the pci x 4.0 3000 series are backward compatible. Put in top slot for pci 3.0 x 16 for maximum bandwidth.
Q: Is this an ATX motherboard?
A: It is a full ATX size board. Plenty of room.
