The Realtek ALC897 audio codec promises a rich 7.1 channel surround sound experience, while analog output is supported through rear ports. Wired peripherals find their place through a collection of ports, including USB 3.2 Gen 2, two Gen 1, and four USB 2.0 Type-A ports. A USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port offers lightning-fast data transmission speeds, a staggering four times faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1. Traditional connections are accommodated through the presence of a PS/2 port. Video output options include DisplayPort and HDMI. The rear I/O panel is also equipped with a convenient Flash BIOS button. On the inside, internal headers facilitate front-panel USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and USB 3.2 Gen 1 and 2.0 Type-A ports, RGB connectors, chassis intrusion detection, a TPM module, and more.

LGA 1700 Socket Breakthrough Harness the potential of the LGA 1700 socket, designed to seamlessly support 12th and 13th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors.

Intel Z790 Chipset Excellence Experience the prowess of the Intel Z790 chipset, meticulously integrated into this motherboard to deliver unparalleled performance.

Lightning Gen 5 Unleashed Introducing Lightning Gen 5 - a PCIe 5.0 solution that pushes the envelope with up to an astonishing 128 GB/s bandwidth, ensuring optimal data transfer speeds.

DDR5 Memory Mastery Elevate your memory setup with support for DDR5 memory, accompanied by MSI's innovative Memory Boost Technology.

2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Speeds Seize the power of rapid networking with the inclusion of a 2.5G LAN, guaranteeing seamless and efficient connectivity.

USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Acceleration Unlock exceptional data transmission speeds through the built-in USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port, offering an impressive 20 Gb/s, a remarkable fourfold enhancement over USB 3.2 Gen 1.

M.2 Shield FROZR Technology Embrace the pioneering MSI Premium Thermal Design, equipped with a robust MOSFET heat sink and heat-pipe, top-notch 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads, supplementary choke thermal pads, and an onboard M.2 Shield Frozr. This advanced amalgamation guarantees reduced throttling and sustained optimal performance.

Extended PWM Heat Sink Efficiency Elevate your system's potential with the extended PWM heat sink and cutting-edge circuit design by MSI. This dynamic combination ensures that even high-end processors operate at peak efficiency.

Advanced M.2 Shield FROZR Integration Discover the innovation behind the built-in M.2 Shield FROZR - a thermal solution that not only secures M.2 SSDs but also eradicates throttling, allowing for boosted performance.

Frozr AI Cooling Intelligence Experience the genius of Frozr AI Cooling - a feature that intuitively detects CPU and GPU temperatures, dynamically adjusting system fan duty to maintain optimal thermal equilibrium.

Unleash Core Boost Technology Harness the strength of Core Boost Technology, designed to empower your system to handle more cores, thus ensuring superior performance even in intricate layouts and fully digital power designs.