The MSI PRO Z790-P is a professional-grade motherboard designed for productivity, multitasking, and efficiency — built around Intel's premium Z790 chipset and tailored for serious professionals from all walks of life. Part of MSI's renowned PRO Series, this ATX motherboard delivers impressive performance and high quality at a competitive price, making it the ideal foundation for content creators, business professionals, and PC builders who prioritize reliability over flashy gaming aesthetics.

Compatible with Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen processors (LGA 1700) including the i9-14900K, i7-14700K, and i5-14600K, the PRO Z790-P combines flagship features like PCIe 5.0, DDR5 7000+ MT/s, and premium thermal solution with the proven dependability of the MSI PRO lineup.

⚡ 14+1+1 Duet Rail Power System

Robust power delivery for sustained heavy daily work:

• 14+1+1 Duet Rail Power Design for stable, sustained power
• Dual 8-pin CPU power connectors for adequate overclocked multi-core CPU support
• Core Boost Technology for sustained heavy workloads
• Fully Digital Power Design for precise current delivery
• Premium 6-Layer PCB with 2oz thickened copper (server-grade material)
• Solid Pin Power Connectors (4-pin, 8-pin, 24-pin) for stable 12V transmission
• Engineered to handle i9-14900K, i7-14700K at full boost

💾 DDR5 with MSI Memory Boost

Push memory performance to the limit:

• 4× DDR5 DIMM slots — Up to 256GB total capacity
• DDR5 7000+ MT/s with overclocking
• Intel® XMP profile support (MSI OC LAB certified)
• MSI Memory Boost technology for stable high-frequency operation
• Dual Channel Memory Architecture
• Auto power settings for optimized memory speed and stability

🚀 Lightning Gen 5 PCIe + M.2 Storage

Future-proof expansion and lightning-fast storage:

• PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for next-gen graphics cards (up to 128GB/s bandwidth)
• SMT PCIE slot design diminishes interference and electrical noise
• Lightning Gen 4 x4 M.2 slots
• M.2 Shield Frozr thermal solution prevents throttling
• EZ M.2 Clip for quick screwless SSD installation
• Multiple SATA 6Gb/s ports for additional storage
• Resizable BAR (Re-Size BAR) support for improved GPU performance

🌐 2.5G LAN Networking

Premium wired networking for low-latency work and gaming:

• 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet — 2.5× faster than standard Ethernet
• Stable network connection for streaming, conferencing, and downloads
• Note: This non-WiFi model uses wired Ethernet only

🔌 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 — 20Gbps Speed

Modern USB connectivity:

• 1× USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C (rear, 20 Gbps)
• Multiple USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (rear)
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports
• USB 2.0 ports for legacy devices
• USB Front Type-C support for modern cases

🌡️ Premium Thermal Solution

Comprehensive cooling for sustained performance:

• Extended VRM Heatsink with enlarged surface area
• 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads
• Additional choke thermal pads for VRM stability
• M.2 Shield Frozr for SSD thermal protection
• Chipset Heatsink with dust-reduction design
• Smart Fan Control with PWM/DC auto-detection
• Dedicated Pump Fan header (up to 3A) for AIO liquid cooling
• MSI AI ENGINE for automatic fan adjustment

🎵 Audio Boost

Premium audio for an immersive experience:

• Audio Boost with isolated audio circuit
• 7.1-Channel HD Audio
• Premium audio capacitors
• EMI shielding for cleaner sound
• Isolated Analog Structure for crisp sound quality

🛠️ Builder-Friendly Features

Designed for builders of all skill levels:

• EZ M.2 Clip — Quick screwless SSD installation
• EZ DEBUG LED indicators (CPU, DRAM, VGA, BOOT)
• Pre-installed I/O Shield with corrosive-resistant coating
• Atypical PCB design for easier SATA and USB cable routing
• Solid Pin Power Connectors for stability
• Double ESD Protection around mounting holes
• Protective paint around screw holes prevents scratches

🛡️ MSI Reliability Features

• 2oz Thickened Copper PCB (server-grade material)
• 6-Layer PCB design for superior heat dissipation
• Solid Pin Design for high-current applications
• Corrosive Resistant I/O Shield (anti-static, anti-EMI)
• BIOS Security functions for private file protection
• Secure Boot standard support

🎯 Why MSI PRO Series?

The PRO Series is tailored to professionals who care about:

• ✅ Productivity & Efficiency — Multitasking made easy
• ✅ Reliability — Built to last with premium components
• ✅ Stability — Server-grade design philosophy
• ✅ Value — Flagship features without flagship price
• ✅ Clean Aesthetic — Professional look without RGB excess

Key Features

• Intel Z790 Chipset — LGA 1700 socket
• Compatible CPUs: Intel 12th / 13th / 14th Gen Core (i3, i5, i7, i9), Pentium Gold, Celeron
• ATX form factor
• 14+1+1 Duet Rail Power System
• Dual 8-pin CPU Power Connectors
• 6-Layer 2oz Copper PCB (server-grade)
• 4× DDR5 DIMM slots — Up to 256GB at 7000+ MT/s (OC)
• Intel XMP support (MSI OC LAB certified)
• MSI Memory Boost technology
• PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (Lightning Gen 5)
• SMT PCIE slot design
• Multiple M.2 slots with Shield Frozr
• EZ M.2 Clip screwless design
• Multiple SATA 6Gb/s ports
• Resizable BAR support
• 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
• USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C (20 Gbps, rear)
• USB Front Type-C support
• HDMI + DisplayPort (for iGPU display)
• Audio Boost (7.1-Channel HD Audio)
• Isolated Analog Structure for cleaner audio
• Premium Thermal Solution (Extended VRM heatsink + M.2 Shield Frozr)
• EZ DEBUG LED indicators
• Pre-installed I/O Shield (corrosive resistant)
• Atypical PCB design for easier cable routing
• Solid Pin Power Connectors
• Double ESD Protection
• BIOS Security + Secure Boot
• SKU: MOH-MSI-PROZ790P-OB-0057