MSI
MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI
A entry-level motherboard for PC builders, leading with Z790.
49/100
Z790LGA 17007800 MT/s16ATXDDR5
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Why we rate it
- XMP / EXPO support
- VRM heatsink
- Optical S/PDIF
- Above-average ram slots
- Below-average usb 3.2 gen 2x2 (20 gb/s)
Score profile
Scored against the motherboards classWhere the MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Platform
SocketLGA 1700
ChipsetZ790
Form factorATX
Supported CPU generations14
Memory
RAM typeDDR5
RAM slots5
Max memory speed (OC)7800 MT/s
XMP / EXPO supportYes
Power delivery
VRM phases16
VRM amperage per phase80
VRM heatsinkYes
Expansion slots
PCIe 5.0 x16 slots1
M.2 slots (total)4
M.2 PCIe 4.0 slots4
M.2 heatsinks4
Rear I/O
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gb/s)1
HDMI1
HDMI version2.1
DisplayPort1
DisplayPort version1.4
Optical S/PDIFYes
Networking
Ethernet2.5
Ethernet ports1
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7
BluetoothBT 5.4
Audio
Audio channels7.1
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI vs MSI MSI B650 Gaming Plus WiFi
MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFIMSI B650 Gaming Plus WiFi
| MSIMSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFIThis page | MSIMSI B650 Gaming Plus WiFi | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49 /100 | 49 /100 |
| Chipset | Z790 | B650 |
| Socket | LGA 1700 | AM5 |
| Form factor | ATX | ATX |
| Max RAM speed | 7800 MT/sBetter | 6400 MT/s |
| RAM slots | 5 | 5 |
| M2 slots total | 4 | 4 |
Who it's for
Is the MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable motherboard for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need flagship-tier performance, in which case a higher-tier motherboard is the better call.
Performance builder
Chasing frames and headroom in a high-end rig.
okay
Mainstream builder
Wants strong value in a balanced build.
good
Budget builder
Stretching every pound in an entry rig.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 49/100 against other motherboards, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI?
Its xmp / expo support stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the ASUS ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi?
The ASUS ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi scores 50/100 versus this one at 49/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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