MSI MEG Z490 GODLIKE Motherboard
Product Technical Specification
Processor | |
Processor manufacturer | Intel |
Processor socket | LGA 1200 |
Compatible processor series | Intel Core i9 |
Maximum number of SMP processors | 1 |
Memory | |
Supported memory types | DDR4-SDRAM |
Number of memory slots | 4 |
Memory slots type | DIMM |
Memory channels | Dual-channel |
Non-ECC | Yes |
Supported memory clock speeds | 2133,2400,2666,2933,3000,3200,3300,3333,3400,3466,3600,3733,3866,4000,4133,4200,4266,4300,4400,4800 |
Maximum internal memory | 128 |
Unbuffered memory | Yes |
Storage controllers | |
Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
Supported storage drive interfaces | M.2,SATA |
Number of HDDs supported | 6 |
RAID levels | 0,1,5,10 |
Graphics | |
Parallel processing technology support | 2-Way SLI,3-Way CrossFireX |
Maximum resolution | 4096 x 2304 |
DirectX version | 12.0 |
Number of displays supported | 2 |
Internal I/O | |
USB 2.0 connectors | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors | 1 |
Number of SATA III connectors | 6 |
Total number of SATA connectors | 6 |
Front panel audio connector | Yes |
Front panel connector | Yes |
ATX Power connector (24-pin) | Yes |
Power fan connector | Yes |
CPU fan connector | Yes |
Number of chassis fan connectors | 6 |
Chassis intrusion connector | Yes |
Peripheral (Molex) power connectors (4-pin) | 1 |
EPS power connector (8-pin) | Yes |
TPM connector | Yes |
12V power connector | Yes |
RGB LED pin header | Yes |
Rear panel I/O ports | |
USB 2.0 ports quantity | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 4 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 2 |
PS/2 ports quantity | 1 |
Headphone outputs | 1 |
Microphone in | Yes |
S/PDIF out port | Yes |
Digital audio optical out | 2 |
Thunderbolt ports quantity | 1 |
WiFi-AP antenna jack | 2 |
USB connector type | USB Type-A,USB Type-C |
Network | |
Ethernet LAN | Yes |
Ethernet interface type | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
LAN controller | Intel I219-V,Realtek RTL8125-CG |
Wake-on-LAN ready | Yes |
Wi-Fi | Yes |
Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
Bluetooth | Yes |
Bluetooth version | 5.1 |
Features | |
Motherboard chipset | Intel Z490 |
Audio chip | Realtek ALC1200 |
Audio output channels | 7.1 |
Component for | PC |
Motherboard form factor | Extended ATX |
Motherboard chipset family | Intel |
Cooling type | Passive |
Power source type | ATX |
Number of mounting holes | 9 |
Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 |
Certification | CE |
Expansion slots | |
PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots | 1 |
PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots | 3 |
Number of M.2 (M) slots | 3 |
Packaging content | |
Cables included | SATA |
Drivers included | Yes |
Delivery Options
Economy Delivery (UK)
Fast & Tracked by Courier (UK)
PREMIUM
HARDWARE DESIGN
With years of experience, MSI is no stranger to building high-performance motherboards. Our R&D and engineering teams have reviewed countless designs, evaluated a wide selection of high quality components, and developed products for reliability even under extreme conditions.
ENHANCED PERFORMANCE
High performance MSI motherboards are loaded with advanced features and the latest technology to overwhelm any challenge at hand no matter whether you’re a gamer, prosumer, or PC enthusiast.
EXTREME STABILITY & COMPATIBILITY TESTING
MSI conducts thorough memory testing with the most popular memory brands under extreme conditions to ensure your system runs stable no matter what. Our memory partners include brands like Corsair, Crucial, Kingston, G.Skill and many more to optimize memory modules, configurations and even improve overclocking.
A HUGE STEP OF DDR PERFORMANCE
MSI OC LAB does not merely work hard on extreme overclocking. Compare to Z390 motherboard memory XMP profile, MSI does have great improvement on performance and efficiency for Z490. Easy to enable XMP profile with auto power settings to get the best memory speed and stability.
EASY OVERCLOCKING WITH XMP PROFILE
The XMP (Extreme Memory Profiles) in MSI BIOS are tested and certified by MSI OC LAB. It is easy to enable with auto power settings to get the best memory speed and stability.
CONNECTIVITY
MSI motherboards are built with a variety of connectors to satisfy gamers. Enhanced audio, advanced LAN networking capabilities, USB and Mystic Light turn any gaming experience into an immerse one.
ONBOARD 10G SUPER LAN
MEG Z490 GODLIKE features high-bandwidth and low-latency onboard 10G Super LAN plus 2.5G LAN for power users, provides incredible data transfer speed faster than ever before. MSI LAN Manager automatically classifies and prioritizes the latency-sensitive for your applications, giving you the best online experience with low latency.
SURFACING WITH THE REAL MU-MIMO TECHNOLOGY
The WIFI 6 adopts the latest OFDMA and two-way MU-MIMO technologies and could provide up to 4X network capacity and efficiency in the high signal density environment. Comparing to the WIFI 5, which can only send the data packet to one device at a time on each channel, the WIFI 6 could combine the packet, separate to several devices and allow signals from the different devices bundled together. This new technology provides all the devices in the same network environment with same and harmonious traffic bandwidth in an efficient way.
OPTIMIZE ONLINE GAMING TRAFFIC FOR LOWER LATENCY!
MSI GAMING LAN Manager automatically classifies and prioritizes the latency-sensitive applications for online games, giving you the best online gaming experience with low latency.
Processor | |
Processor manufacturer | Intel |
Processor socket | LGA 1200 |
Compatible processor series | Intel Core i9 |
Maximum number of SMP processors | 1 |
Memory | |
Supported memory types | DDR4-SDRAM |
Number of memory slots | 4 |
Memory slots type | DIMM |
Memory channels | Dual-channel |
Non-ECC | Yes |
Supported memory clock speeds | 2133,2400,2666,2933,3000,3200,3300,3333,3400,3466,3600,3733,3866,4000,4133,4200,4266,4300,4400,4800 |
Maximum internal memory | 128 |
Unbuffered memory | Yes |
Storage controllers | |
Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
Supported storage drive interfaces | M.2,SATA |
Number of HDDs supported | 6 |
RAID levels | 0,1,5,10 |
Graphics | |
Parallel processing technology support | 2-Way SLI,3-Way CrossFireX |
Maximum resolution | 4096 x 2304 |
DirectX version | 12.0 |
Number of displays supported | 2 |
Internal I/O | |
USB 2.0 connectors | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors | 1 |
Number of SATA III connectors | 6 |
Total number of SATA connectors | 6 |
Front panel audio connector | Yes |
Front panel connector | Yes |
ATX Power connector (24-pin) | Yes |
Power fan connector | Yes |
CPU fan connector | Yes |
Number of chassis fan connectors | 6 |
Chassis intrusion connector | Yes |
Peripheral (Molex) power connectors (4-pin) | 1 |
EPS power connector (8-pin) | Yes |
TPM connector | Yes |
12V power connector | Yes |
RGB LED pin header | Yes |
Rear panel I/O ports | |
USB 2.0 ports quantity | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 4 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 2 |
PS/2 ports quantity | 1 |
Headphone outputs | 1 |
Microphone in | Yes |
S/PDIF out port | Yes |
Digital audio optical out | 2 |
Thunderbolt ports quantity | 1 |
WiFi-AP antenna jack | 2 |
USB connector type | USB Type-A,USB Type-C |
Network | |
Ethernet LAN | Yes |
Ethernet interface type | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
LAN controller | Intel I219-V,Realtek RTL8125-CG |
Wake-on-LAN ready | Yes |
Wi-Fi | Yes |
Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
Bluetooth | Yes |
Bluetooth version | 5.1 |
Features | |
Motherboard chipset | Intel Z490 |
Audio chip | Realtek ALC1200 |
Audio output channels | 7.1 |
Component for | PC |
Motherboard form factor | Extended ATX |
Motherboard chipset family | Intel |
Cooling type | Passive |
Power source type | ATX |
Number of mounting holes | 9 |
Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 |
Certification | CE |
Expansion slots | |
PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots | 1 |
PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots | 3 |
Number of M.2 (M) slots | 3 |
Packaging content | |
Cables included | SATA |
Drivers included | Yes |
Buykingston order despatch times:
We will despatch your order the very same day if we receive cleared payment by 12:00 pm Mon-Fri.
These delivery estimates apply when you order up to 12:00 pm Mon-Fri (excluding public holidays).
We charge a one off delivery cost as outlined below regardless of how many items you order or the weight of your order.
Estimated delivery times are provided to us by the respective delivery companies. We pass this information onto you, the customer.
Despatch times do not apply to UK public holidays.
Estimated delivery times are taken from the next available working day available for delivery. For example if an order was despatched on a working Wednesday by 3pm, the first available working day for delivery would be Thursday provided you placed your order by 3pm on the Wednesday. If the next available weekday is a UK bank holiday/public holiday then your order will be despatched on the next available working day.
Our warehouse reserves the right to upgrade the delivery method you select on your order.
Our available delivery options*
Contact us for a shipping quote.
*All delivery times are estimated unless stated.
Product Returns Note
Buykingston offers a very flexible and hassle free returns policy. If
for whatever reason you are not happy with the item purchased you can return
it to us within 12months for a refund (for unused and unopened
items) or within 30 days on opened and used items for a refund. This
applies to items purchased direct through Buykingston only.
Our 30 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items opened and used and that are returned in a resellable
condition.
Our 365 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items that remain sealed and unused.
Some items are excluded from our moneyback guarantee unless they have developed a fault. These include;
- Headphones
- Earphones
- Custom made and designed products such as flash memory products with
custom logo’s on them. E,g USB flash drives and memory cards with your own
logo
Returns FAQs
What is your returns criteria?
On opened items 30 days from date of receipt or expected date of receipt on
non tracked items.
On unopened items 365 days.
How do i go about returning my order?
Please contact us via our contact page with
your order number where we will present you with an RMA number and returns
label.
Do i need to contact you before returning my order?
Yes, to obtain an RMA number.
Does my item have to include its original packaging?
Yes for items that fall within our 30 day money back guarantee and our 365
day returns. Of course for faulty items we realise you may no longer have
the packaging.
Who deals with the warranty on a faulty item?
We will. In some circumstances we may ask you to contact the manufacturer
direct for assistance.
Please ensure you have read and comply in full with Section 11 & 13 of our terms and conditions which you can read here in full.