MSI PRO Z790-P WIFI ATX LGA1700 Intel Z790 Chipset — Supports 14th/13th/12th Gen Intel Core CPUs, DDR5 up to 7200 MHz (OC), PCIe 5.0 x16, 4x M.2 Gen4 NVMe, 6x SATA, Wi-Fi 6E, 2.5G LAN, USB Type-C 20Gbps, HDMI, DP, Enhanced Power Design, Commercial Pro Ser

General Information

The MSI PRO Z790-P WIFI is a robust, value-oriented ATX motherboard designed for Intel LGA1700 platform builds, supporting 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Intel Core processors (including Pentium Gold and Celeron). It delivers a balanced blend of performance, connectivity, and reliability tailored for enthusiasts, professionals, and business users who demand stable operation and modern features without premium branding.

Built with MSI’s “Pro” series ethos — focused on durability, efficiency, and essential features — this board is ideal for workstations, office PCs, streaming rigs, and high-end gaming systems where reliability and future-proofing matter more than flashy aesthetics.

CPU & Socket

• Socket: LGA1700
• Supported CPUs:
  • Intel® Core™ i9/i7/i5/i3 (14th, 13th, 12th Gen)
  • Intel® Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors (12th–14th Gen)
• Chipset: Intel Z790 – enables PCIe 5.0 support, unlocked CPU overclocking (for K-series CPUs), and enhanced I/O bandwidth.

Memory

• Slots: 4 x DDR5 DIMM slots
• Max Capacity: 256GB (4 x 64GB)
• Speed Support (OC): Up to 7000+ MHz
• JEDEC Speeds: 4800, 5000, 5200, 5400, 5600, 5800, 6000, 6200, 6400, 6600, 6800, 7000 MHz
• Overclocking Limits:
  • 1DPC 1R: Up to 7000+ MHz
  • 1DPC 2R: Up to 6600+ MHz
  • 2DPC 1R: Up to 6400+ MHz
  • 2DPC 2R: Up to 5600+ MHz
• Technology Support:
  • Intel® XMP 3.0 for easy one-click overclocking
  • Dual-channel architecture
  • Supports non-ECC, unbuffered DDR5 memory
• Compatibility Note: Performance depends on CPU and RAM module compatibility. Always consult MSI’s official Memory QVL list.

Graphics & Display Outputs

• Integrated Graphics Support:
  • 1 x HDMI™ 2.1 – supports 4K@60Hz HDR
  • 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 – supports 4K@60Hz
• Note: Requires a CPU with integrated graphics (e.g., Core i5-14600K, Core i7-14700, etc.).
• Maximum Resolution:
  • 7680 x 4320 (8K UHD) via DSC (Display Stream Compression)
• Multi-Monitor Support: Up to 2 displays simultaneously (HDMI + DP).

Expansion Slots

• PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (PCI_E1):
  • Directly connected to CPU – full x16 bandwidth for next-gen GPUs
• PCIe 4.0 x4 Slot (PCI_E3):
  • Connected to chipset – ideal for NVMe SSD expansion or high-speed capture cards
• PCIe 3.0 Slots:
  • PCI_E2: PCIe 3.0 x1
  • PCI_E4: PCIe 3.0 x1
• Note: The PCIe 4.0 x16 slot from the chipset is not present; only PCIe 4.0 x4 is available via M.2_2/M.2_3/M.2_4.

Storage

• M.2 Slots (Total: 4):
  • M.2_1 (CPU): PCIe 4.0 x4 – supports 22110 / 2280 / 2260 / 2242 devices (primary boot drive)
  • M.2_2 (Chipset): PCIe 4.0 x4 – supports 2280 / 2260 / 2242
  • M.2_3 (Chipset): PCIe 4.0 x4 or SATA mode – supports 2280 / 2260 / 2242
  • M.2_4 (Chipset): PCIe 4.0 x4 or SATA mode – supports 2280 / 2260 / 2242
• SATA Ports: 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
• RAID Support:
  • SATA RAID 0/1/5/10
  • NVMe RAID 0/1/5/10 (via chipset)
• Note: M.2_4 shares bandwidth with SATA ports; using M.2_4 disables two SATA ports.

Networking

• Ethernet:
  • Intel® 2.5Gbps LAN – significantly faster than standard Gigabit
  • ASUS LANGuard – reinforced protection against electrical surges
• Wireless:
  • Intel® Wi-Fi 6E (802.11be) – dual-band (2.4GHz / 5GHz) + 6GHz band
  • Max Speed: Up to 2.4 Gbps
  • MU-MIMO TX/RX – improved multi-device performance
  • 160MHz Channel Width for ultra-low latency
• Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.3
• Notes:
  • Wi-Fi 6E 6GHz band availability depends on regional regulations.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 requires Windows 10 Build 21H1 or Windows 11.

USB Connectivity

• Rear I/O (Total: 10 ports):
  • 1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C (USB4 / Thunderbolt™ 4 compatible)
  • 1 x USB 10Gbps Type-A
  • 2 x USB 5Gbps Type-A
  • 4 x USB 2.0 Type-A
• Front Panel Headers (Total: 7 ports):
  • 1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C header
  • 1 x USB 10Gbps Type-A header
  • 4 x USB 5Gbps Type-A headers
  • 4 x USB 2.0 headers
• USB Power Delivery:
  • USB-C port supports up to 5V/3A (15W) for charging peripherals

Audio

• Codec: Realtek® ALC897
• Channels: 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
• Features:
  • Gold-plated audio jacks
  • Premium audio capacitors
  • Dedicated PCB audio layer for noise isolation
  • Jack detection, multi-streaming, front panel jack retasking
• SNR: 98 dB (typical)
• Output: Front, rear, and center/subwoofer outputs

Cooling & Power Delivery

• VRM Design: Enhanced 12+2+1 Phase Digital VRM
  • High-quality DrMOS transistors
  • Robust power phases for stable voltage under load
• Cooling Features:
  • Extended VRM heatsink with thermal pads
  • Chipset heatsink
  • M.2 heatsinks for all four M.2 slots
• Fan Headers:
  • 1 x CPU Fan
  • 1 x CPU OPT / Pump Fan
  • 6 x System Fan headers (PWM/DC)
• Thermal Monitoring:
  • Multiple temperature sensors
  • MSI Center software for intelligent fan curve control

RGB & Lighting

• RGB Headers:
  • 2 x Addressable Gen 2 RGB (JARGB_V2) – for ARGB strips and fans
  • 1 x Standard RGB (JRGB) – for non-addressable LED strips
• Software: MSI Center (formerly Dragon Center) for unified lighting control
• Note: No onboard RGB lighting on the board itself — relies on connected components.

Internal I/O Connectors

• Power:
  • 1 x 24-pin ATX main power
  • 2 x 8-pin EPS CPU power (for stability under heavy loads)
• Front Panel:
  • 2 x Front Panel (JFP) – power/reset buttons, LEDs
  • 1 x Front Audio (JAUD)
  • 1 x Chassis Intrusion (JCI)
  • 1 x Tuning Controller connector (JDASH)
• Other:
  • 1 x TPM 2.0 header
  • 1 x COM Port (JCOM)
  • 1 x Thermal Sensor header
  • 1 x Clear CMOS button (on board)

Back Panel I/O

• Video Output:
  • 1 x HDMI™ 2.1
  • 1 x DisplayPort 1.4
• USB:
  • 1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C
  • 1 x USB 10Gbps Type-A
  • 2 x USB 5Gbps Type-A
  • 4 x USB 2.0 Type-A
• Network:
  • 1 x 2.5G LAN
  • 2 x Antenna connectors (Wi-Fi 6E)
• Audio:
  • 3 x Audio Jacks (Line-out, Mic-in, Line-in)
• Control:
  • 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ Button – update BIOS without CPU or RAM
• Miscellaneous:
  • Wi-Fi / Bluetooth antennas

Special Features

• MSI Pro Series Advantages:
  • Industrial-grade components for 24/7 reliability
  • Stainless-steel back I/O shield
  • Pre-installed I/O shield
  • SafeSlot reinforced PCIe slots
• BIOS & Tools:
  • MSI Center – system monitoring, tuning, RGB control
  • BIOS FlashBack™ – update BIOS without CPU, RAM, or GPU
  • EZ Debug LEDs – 4-stage diagnostic LEDs (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot)
• Security:
  • TPM 2.0 header for Windows Hello and enterprise security
  • FIPS/FISMA compliant wireless module

Physical Specifications

• Form Factor: ATX (30.5 x 24.4 cm)
• Dimensions (with stand): ~305 x 244 mm
• Weight: ~1.5 kg
• Color: Black PCB with silver accents

Operating System Support

• Officially Supported:
  • Windows® 11 64-bit (22H2 or later recommended)
  • Windows® 10 64-bit
• Linux: Community-supported (drivers may require manual installation)

Package Contents

• 1 x MSI PRO Z790-P WIFI Motherboard
• 1 x I/O Shield (pre-installed)
• 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
• 1 x Wi-Fi antenna set
• 1 x Quick Start Guide
• 1 x Driver & Utility DVD (optional – download preferred)