MSI MPG Z590 GAMING FORCE motherboard Intel Z590 LGA 1200 ATX
Product Technical Specification
Processor | |
Processor manufacturer | Intel |
Processor socket | LGA 1200 |
Compatible processor series | Intel Celeron,Intel Core i3,Intel Core i5,Intel Core i7,Intel Core i9,Intel Pentium G |
Supported processor sockets | LGA 1200 (Socket H5) |
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 | 2133,2666,2933,3200 |
Maximum internal memory | 128 |
Unbuffered memory | Yes |
Storage controllers | |
Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
Supported storage drive interfaces | M.2,SATA III |
Number of storage drives supported | 9 |
RAID levels | 0,1,10 |
Graphics | |
Parallel processing technology support | 3-Way CrossFireX |
Maximum resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
Internal I/O | |
USB 2.0 connectors | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors | 1 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors | 1 |
Number of SATA III connectors | 6 |
Front panel audio connector | Yes |
ATX Power connector (24-pin) | Yes |
CPU fan connector | Yes |
Chassis intrusion connector | Yes |
Peripheral (Molex) power connectors (4-pin) | 8 |
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 | 4 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 3 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
HDMI version | 2.0b |
DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
DisplayPort version | 1.4 |
Headphone outputs | 4 |
Microphone in | Yes |
S/PDIF out port | Yes |
USB connector type | USB Type-A,USB Type-C |
Network | |
Ethernet LAN | Yes |
Ethernet interface type | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
LAN controller | Intel I225-V |
Wi-Fi | No |
Features | |
Motherboard chipset | Intel Z590 |
Audio chip | Realtek ALC4080 |
Audio output channels | 7.1 |
PC health monitoring | FAN,Temperature |
Component for | PC |
Motherboard form factor | ATX |
Motherboard chipset family | Intel |
Number of mounting holes | 9 |
Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 x64 |
Expansion slots | |
PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots | 2 |
PCI Express x16 slots | 3 |
Number of M.2 (M) slots | 3 |
BIOS | |
BIOS type | UEFI AMI |
BIOS memory size | 256 |
ACPI version | 6.2 |
Clear CMOS jumper | Yes |
System Management BIOS (SMBIOS) version | 3.0 |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 305 |
Depth | 244 |
Packaging content | |
Cables included | SATA |
Drivers included | Yes |
Delivery Options

Economy Delivery (UK)

Fast & Tracked by Courier (UK)
M.2 SHIELD FROZR
World’s fastest SSDs can start to lower performance when getting hot. Part of the motherboards heatsink design, M.2 SHIELD FROZR is the next generation M.2 thermal solution to avoid this by offering the best thermal protection to make sure that SSD maintains maximum performance.
FULLY CONTROLLABLE IN BIOS AND SOFTWARE
MSI motherboards let you manage speeds and temperatures for all your system and CPU fans. Total Fan Control allows you check your primary system characteristics in a simplified graphical interface. You can also set up to 4 temperature targets for CPU and motherboard, which will adjust the fan speeds automatically.
FROZR AI COOLING
Detecting CPU & GPU temperatures and automatically adjusting fan duty of system fans to a proper value by adopting MSI AI ENGINE.
DIY 2.0 – INTEGRATING WITH THE SYSTEM ENVIRONMENT
Connect and synchronize with MSI coolers and cases with strategically positioned pin-header locations including a dedicated pump-fan header.
16 + 1 +1 DUET RAIL POWER SYSTEM
Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built with a total of 16 Duet Rail Power System(DRPS). Combining 2x 8-pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology, MPG series motherboard is ready to sustain heavy daily work.
CORE BOOST
Core Boost technology combines MSI’s premium layout and digital power design which allows for faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU at pin-point precision. Not only supporting multi-core CPU, also creating the perfect conditions for your CPU overclocking.
1-SECOND OVERCLOCKING!
MSI Game Boost enables one-second overclocking, giving you the performance boost you need to get more FPS.
PRE-INSTALLED IO SHIELD
Featuring the pre-installed IO shield, makes your installation process easier and safer. The patent-pending design protect your IO ports and also prevent electrostatic discharge damage, makes your motherboard a strong gaming foundation.
MORE USER FRIENDLY ENHANCEMENTS
XL CLIP
The enlarged PCI-E clip helps you swap or remove your devices easier. Keep the PCI-E slot stronger and safer.
EZ DEBUG LED
Run into trouble? Onboard LEDs for key components will indicate the source of the problem so you know exactly where to look to get up and running again.
EZ LED CONTROL
A built-in LED button on the motherboard to control your light effect. Turn on/off your light in a second!
PCB WITH 2OZ THICKENED COPPER
An enhanced PCB design with 2oz thickened copper increases conductivity, improving heat dissipation and performance reliability especially during overclocking.
MORE RELIABLE CIRCUIT TRANSMISSION
6 PCB layers allows for higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds. This is also beneficial for reliable circuit transmission.
FORTIFY YOUR SYSTEM WITH PCI-E STEEL ARMOR
MSI PCI Express Steel Armor slots are secured to the motherboard with extra solder points and support the weight of heavy graphics cards. When every advantage in games counts, Steel Armor shields the point of contact from electromagnetic interference.
ULTIMATE MOTHERBOARD PROTECTION
Double ESD protection doubles up the grounding layer around the mounting holes, preventing static discharge surges from damaging the motherboard.
CERTIFIED FOR GAMING
MSI motherboards has been built and tweaked for hardcore gaming. Feedback from the world’s best esports players and rigorous testing sessions with demanding PC games has resulted in a motherboard that’s both powerful and reliable.
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. The XMP memory profile has great improvement on performance and efficiency for Z590. 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.
LIGHTNING GEN 4 M.2
Utilizing 11th Gen Intel processors, MSI Z590 motherboards feature latest Lightning Gen 4 M.2 which is the fastest onboard storage solution on the market with up to 64 Gb/s transfer speed.
FAST AND FUTURE-READY STORAGE
MSI Z590 motherboards support all the latest storage standards, which allows users to connect any ultra-fast storage device. Higher efficiency makes your work easier.
OPTANE: BOOST YOUR HDD TO PERFORM LIKE AN SSD
PC Enthusiasts can now enjoy the performance of an SSD on their HDD by coupling it with the new Intel® Optane™ Memory device. Intel® Optane™ technology provides an unparalleled combination of high throughput, low latency, high quality of service, and high endurance.
MSI CENTER
MSI brand new MSI Center unifies a suite of MSI software utilities into a single centralized application. Take control of advanced motherboards features and unleash endless possibilities.
CLICK BIOS 5
Get more from a loaded BIOS designed for ease of use. Fine-tune the motherboard for gaming performance, efficiency, or overclocking world records!
GAME BOOST
Quickly overclock your CPU with a single button for more performance.
XMP
Choose from a preset XMP profile and automatically overclock compatible DDR memory.
M-FLASH
Conveniently flash or upgrade the BIOS in a few minutes from the CMOS Setup Utility.
HARDWARE MONITOR
Get immediate access to your critical hardware information in real-time including temperature, memory capacity, clock speed, and voltage.
MEMORY TRY IT
Get extreme speed out of your system memory and get more performance.
SEARCH & FAVORITES
A permanent search & favorite option in the top right corner moves you through the BIOS menus quickly.
Sound Clearly. Tune Smartly.
The AI-powered noise cancellation is trained through deep neural network (DNN), the model is generated with more than 500 million data, simulate the way human brain works. When a sound is heard, the model automatically recognizes and separate vocal sound from background noises; hence, filtering out all the unwanted Noise.
HIGH-BANDWIDTH AND LOW-LATENCY NETWORK
2.5Gbps LAN provides incredible data transfer speed faster than general Gigabit LAN. This is a premium solution for demanding users.
OPTIMIZE ONLINE GAMING TRAFFIC FOR LOWER LATENCY!
MSI LAN Manager automatically classifies and prioritizes the latency-sensitive applications for online games, giving you the best online gaming experience with low latency.
MSI LAN MANAGER
- Automatically prioritizes games above other applications
- Allows you to change applications' traffic priority
- Allows you to customize bandwidth for each application
HIGH DEFINITION ALC4080 AUDIO PROCESSOR
From HD-A to USB Interface, twice the DAC format from 32-bit/192kHz to 32-bit/384kHz, deliver the highest sound quality.
HIGH QUALITY AUDIO CAPACITORS
A high fidelity sound experience with exceptional acoustics and realism for studio level headphones is ensured.
HIGH QUALITY AUDIO JACKS WITH S/PDIF
Keep your sound perfect by transmit your audio with pure digital signal.
DEDICATED HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER
A dedicated headphone can drive audiophile headphones up to 600Ω impedance, delivering studio-grade sound quality from your gaming PC.
ISOLATED AUDIO DESIGN
Like a dedicated sound card, audio components and circuits have been laid on a reserved motherboard section and electrically isolated.
SEPARATED AUDIO LAYERS FOR CLEAN LEFT & RIGHT CHANNELS
Using separated layers in the PCB ensures equally pristine sound quality for both left and right audio channels.
Audio Boost protects your ears by eliminating those annoying loud popping sounds when you plug/unplug devices or turn your PC on/off.
DOUBLE BANDWIDTH WITH LIGHTNING USB 3.2 GEN 2x2 20G
Using USB 3.2 devices has never been faster! Featuring the USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 controller, MSI motherboards offer never before seen USB speeds up to 20Gb/s when connecting the Rear USB Type-C. The Lightning USB 20G connectors are covered with gold to ensure a better signal and performance.
USB FRONT TYPE-C
MSI gaming motherboards support USB Front Type-C that allows gamers to connect with the latest USB devices. Built up a system with MSI PC case to have the most convenient experience.
TRUE COLOR MYSTIC LIGHT ON MOTHERBOARD
Splash on some color and vibrant RGB lighting effects using MSI Mystic Light with 16.8 million colors and 29 LED effects.
MYSTIC LIGHT EXTENSION
Still not satisfied with the decoration on the ecosystem? The Mystic Light Extension will help you to have more attractive way to decorate you gaming rig by the LED Strips and still under controlled by the Mystic Light application.
JCORSAIR
The JCORSAIR pin header provides the max 3A(5V) power supply for the CORSAIR LED strips.
Processor | |
Processor manufacturer | Intel |
Processor socket | LGA 1200 |
Compatible processor series | Intel Celeron,Intel Core i3,Intel Core i5,Intel Core i7,Intel Core i9,Intel Pentium G |
Supported processor sockets | LGA 1200 (Socket H5) |
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 | 2133,2666,2933,3200 |
Maximum internal memory | 128 |
Unbuffered memory | Yes |
Storage controllers | |
Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
Supported storage drive interfaces | M.2,SATA III |
Number of storage drives supported | 9 |
RAID levels | 0,1,10 |
Graphics | |
Parallel processing technology support | 3-Way CrossFireX |
Maximum resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
Internal I/O | |
USB 2.0 connectors | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors | 1 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors | 1 |
Number of SATA III connectors | 6 |
Front panel audio connector | Yes |
ATX Power connector (24-pin) | Yes |
CPU fan connector | Yes |
Chassis intrusion connector | Yes |
Peripheral (Molex) power connectors (4-pin) | 8 |
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 | 4 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 3 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
HDMI version | 2.0b |
DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
DisplayPort version | 1.4 |
Headphone outputs | 4 |
Microphone in | Yes |
S/PDIF out port | Yes |
USB connector type | USB Type-A,USB Type-C |
Network | |
Ethernet LAN | Yes |
Ethernet interface type | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
LAN controller | Intel I225-V |
Wi-Fi | No |
Features | |
Motherboard chipset | Intel Z590 |
Audio chip | Realtek ALC4080 |
Audio output channels | 7.1 |
PC health monitoring | FAN,Temperature |
Component for | PC |
Motherboard form factor | ATX |
Motherboard chipset family | Intel |
Number of mounting holes | 9 |
Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 x64 |
Expansion slots | |
PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots | 2 |
PCI Express x16 slots | 3 |
Number of M.2 (M) slots | 3 |
BIOS | |
BIOS type | UEFI AMI |
BIOS memory size | 256 |
ACPI version | 6.2 |
Clear CMOS jumper | Yes |
System Management BIOS (SMBIOS) version | 3.0 |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 305 |
Depth | 244 |
Packaging content | |
Cables included | SATA |
Drivers included | Yes |
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