Expert Features

• Intel Core Ultra Series 2 Ready : LGA1851 platform support for Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2), built around the Intel Z890 chipset.
• DDR5 Up To 8800+ MT/s OC : Four DDR5 UDIMM slots support up to 256GB, Intel XMP 3.0, CUDIMM and memory overclocking.
• 12+1+1+1 Duet Rail Power : Digital CPU power design with dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost and P-PAK-based Vcore stages for sustained gaming loads.
• PCIe 5.0 Graphics : Primary reinforced PCIe x16 slot runs at PCIe 5.0 x16 from the CPU and uses Steel Armor for heavy graphics cards.
• Gen5 + Gen4 M.2 Storage : Three M.2 slots include one PCIe 5.0 x4 slot and two PCIe 4.0-capable slots, plus four SATA 6G ports.
• Wi-Fi 6E + 2.5G LAN : Built-in Wi-Fi 6E and Realtek 8125D 2.5Gbps Ethernet provide fast wired and wireless networking.
• Dual 20Gbps USB-C : One rear and one front USB Type-C connection support up to 20Gbps, complemented by multiple 5Gbps Type-A ports.
• Frozr Guard Cooling : Extended heatsinks, M.2 Shield Frozr, 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads and added choke thermal pads support sustained high-performance operation.
• EZ DIY Hardware : EZ PCIe Clip II, pre-installed I/O shield, EZ Antenna, EZ Conn header and onboard EZ Debug LEDs simplify building and troubleshooting.
• AI-Enhanced Tuning : MSI AI Engine, AI LAN Manager, Frozr AI Cooling and AI Boost provide application-aware optimization, network prioritization, cooling control and compatible NPU tuning.

Expert Specs