MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI LGA 1851 Z890 ATX Motherboard DDR5
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MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI LGA 1851 Z890 ATX Motherboard DDR5
The MSI PRO Z890-A WIFI LGA 1851 Z890 ATX Motherboard DDR5 is built for Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) builders who need connectivity and expansion headroom. It combines Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN, Thunderbolt 4, and PCIe 5.0 storage support in a clean silver design that works with both white and black systems.
Why this product
Wi-Fi 7 and 5G LAN on one board
Intel Wi-Fi 7 covers 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands at up to 5.8Gbps, backed by a Realtek 8126 5Gbps Ethernet port for wired low-latency connections.
Dual Thunderbolt 4 rear ports
40Gbps transfer rate with Thunderbolt devices, 8K display support, daisy-chaining up to three Thunderbolt 4 devices per port, plus 15W power delivery.
PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 M.2 storage
Four M.2 slots with the primary slot running at PCIe 5.0 x4 direct from CPU; three additional slots run PCIe 4.0 x4 from CPU or chipset, one with SATA fallback support.
16+1+1+1 power delivery for high-end processors
90A Smart Power Stage with dual 8-pin CPU power connectors on server-grade PCB with 2oz thickened copper for stable overclocking and sustained performance.
Pre-installed I/O shield and one-touch BIOS
Includes EZ PCIe Release for one-press graphics card install, EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II heatsink, and rear Flash BIOS button for firmware updates without CPU removal.
- ChipsetIntel Z890
- CPU SocketLGA 1851 (Intel Core Ultra Series 2)
- Form FactorATX
- Memory Slots4x DDR5 UDIMM (up to 256GB)
- M.2 Slots4x (1× PCIe 5.0 x4, 3× PCIe 4.0 x4)
- Wi-FiIntel Wi-Fi 7 (2.4/5/6GHz, up to 5.8Gbps)
- Thunderbolt Ports2x Thunderbolt 4 (40Gbps)
- LANRealtek 8126 5Gbps
- SKUMSI-7027
- EAN4711377259729
- Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) in LGA 1851 socket only.
- DDR5 UDIMM memory up to 256GB across four slots; supports DDR5-9200+ MT/s overclocked and DDR5-6400–4800 MT/s JEDEC standard.
- Three PCIe x16 slots: primary slot is Gen5 x16 from CPU; secondary and tertiary are Gen4 x4 from chipset.
- ATX form factor; 243.84mm × 304.8mm; fits standard ATX cases with 6-layer server-grade PCB.
- Integrated graphics output (HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort via Thunderbolt 4) available only on processors with integrated graphics.
- 6GHz Wi-Fi band support depends on local regulatory approval by country.
Best for
- AI-PC builders needing fast wired and wireless connectivity plus multiple high-speed storage options.
- Content creators who rely on Thunderbolt 4 docks, external storage enclosures, and 8K display output.
- Enthusiasts running high-core-count processors that benefit from 16+1+1+1 power delivery and dual CPU power connectors.
- Builders mixing white or black system aesthetics with the board's harmonious silver color scheme.
Trade-offs
- Users with prior-generation Intel processors; this board requires LGA 1851 Socket (Core Ultra Series 2 only).
- Budget builders seeking entry-level Z890 boards; the PRO Z890-A includes flagship VRM and premium connectivity that raises cost.
- Systems needing more than four M.2 slots or more than four SATA ports; it provides exactly four of each.
PRO Z890-A WIFI Intel LGA1851 motherboard delivers simple silver design, including Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN, Thunderbolt 4, PCIe 5.0, and M.2 Gen5. Designed for AI-PCs and EZ DIY, it's the top Z890 ATX motherboard for Intel Core Ultra processors.
PRO Z890-A WIFI offers a simple design with a harmonious silver color scheme that perfectly matches both white and black PC builds. It is engineered with many exclusive features of MSI including true Wi-Fi 7 with EZ Antenna, 5G LAN, Thunderbolt 4, PCIe 5.0 M.2 with EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II, and Supplemental PCIe Power, ready for the Intel® Core™ Ultra processors.
16+1+1+1 DRPS POWER DESIGN
Unleash and sustain the maximum performance with a flagship VRM design built with a total of 16+1+1+1 digital power phases. Combining dual power connectors and 90A Smart Power Stage, PRO Z890-A WIFI is ready for the challenge of high-end processors.
OPTIMIZED PCB SOLUTION
The PCB design has been optimized for higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds, which is also beneficial for reliable circuit transmission.
- 6 PCB layers
- Server-grade PCB material
- 2oz Thickened Copper
Networking
| Wireless Standard | Intel Wi-Fi 7, 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be |
|---|---|
| Wireless Bands | 2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz (320MHz channel width) |
| Wireless Speed | Up to 5.8Gbps |
| Wireless Features | MU-MIMO TX/RX, Bluetooth 5.4, MLO, 4KQAM |
| Wired LAN | Realtek 8126 5Gbps |
| Thunderbolt 4 (Rear) | 2x ports, 40Gbps each |
| Thunderbolt 4 Features | Daisy-chain up to 3 Thunderbolt 4 or 5 Thunderbolt 3 devices per port; 8K display support; 5V/3A 15W power delivery |
Ports & Power
| USB 20Gbps | 1x Type-C (Front) with 27W Power Delivery |
|---|---|
| USB 10Gbps | 3x Type-A (Rear), 1x Type-C (Rear) |
| USB 5Gbps | 4x Type-A (Rear), 2x Type-A (Front) |
| USB 2.0 | 4x (Front) |
| CPU Power Connectors | 2x 8-pin |
| PCIe Supplemental Power | Yes |
| Audio Output | S/PDIF out |
Performance
| Power Design | 16+1+1+1 DRPS with 90A Smart Power Stage |
|---|---|
| PCIe Slot 1 | PCIe 5.0 x16 from CPU |
| PCIe Slot 2 | PCIe 4.0 x4 from Chipset |
| PCIe Slot 3 | PCIe 4.0 x4 from Chipset |
| M.2_1 Slot | PCIe 5.0 x4 from CPU; 2280/2260 devices |
| M.2_2 Slot | PCIe 4.0 x4 from CPU; 22110/2280/2260 devices |
| M.2_3 Slot | PCIe 4.0 x4 from Chipset; 2280/2260/2242 devices |
| M.2_4 Slot | PCIe 4.0 x4 or SATA from Chipset; 2280/2260/2242 devices |
| SATA Ports | 4x SATA 6G |
Physical
| Brand | MSI |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Dimensions | 243.84mm × 304.8mm |
| PCB Layers | 6-layer server-grade |
| Copper Thickness | 2oz thickened copper |
| Memory Slots | 4x DDR5 UDIMM |
| Max Memory | 256GB |
| Memory Speed (OC) | Up to DDR5-9200+ MT/s |
| Memory Speed (JEDEC) | DDR5-6400–4800 MT/s |
| Display Output | 1x HDMI 2.1 (4K@120Hz), 2x DisplayPort 2.1 via Thunderbolt 4 (4K@120Hz or 8K@60Hz) |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC1220P |
| Audio Channels | 7.1-Channel High Definition |
| Pre-installed I/O Shield | Yes |
Shipping
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Returns
- Tech Syndicate offers a full money-back guarantee on all purchases made in our store. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, we will provide a full refund, no questions asked.
- Refunds are available within 45 days of delivery.
- After the 45-day period you are no longer eligible for a refund, so we encourage you to try the product within the first few weeks to make sure it fits your needs.