Motherboard MSI PRO Z790-P WIFI LGA1700

MSI PRO Z790-P WIFI is an ATX motherboard with Intel Z790 chipset and LGA 1700 socket, aimed at mid-range to serious gaming and work configurations. It combines support for 13th and 12th generation Intel Core processors with modern DDR5 memory and rich expansion capabilities. You get built-in WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, 2.5GbE LAN, and a bunch of USB ports for peripherals and external devices. This is a board on which you can confidently build a serious build with a current CPU, fast NVMe SSDs, and a powerful graphics card.

What you get

The LGA 1700 socket gives you a choice from a wide range of Intel processors from the 12th and 13th generations – from Pentium/Celeron for budget machines to multi-core Core for gaming and productivity. The four DDR5 memory slots with a capacity of up to 128 GB and support for frequencies up to 7000+ MHz (OC) allow stable overclocking and long-term upgrades, without worrying about running out of RAM. With 4 x M.2 slots and 6 x SATA3, you have a serious foundation for fast NVMe storage and large data arrays, including with RAID 0/1/5/10 for speed or redundancy. The built-in WiFi 6E, 2.5GbE LAN, and Bluetooth 5.2 provide modern connectivity for gaming, streaming, and peripherals without the need for additional cards. The built-in audio with Realtek ALC897 7.1-Channel is sufficient for most gaming and multimedia scenarios, without an external sound adapter.

• LGA 1700 socket with support for 13th and 12th generation Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron, giving you flexibility from budget to high-end CPU.
• Intel Z790 chipset in ATX form factor, providing rich expansion capabilities and better control over overclocking.
• 4 slots for DDR5 memory, up to 128 GB and frequencies up to 7000+ MHz (OC), suitable for fast response in games and heavy applications.
• 4 x M.2 slots: one from the CPU with PCIe 4.0 x4 (up to 22110) and three from the chipset (up to PCIe 4.0 x4 and/or SATA), allowing a combination of very fast NVMe SSDs and more affordable devices.
• 6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s ports with support for RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, so you can organize your storage according to your needs – speed, security, or balance.
• 3 x PCI-E x16 and 1 x PCI-E x1 slots, including the main PCI_E1 PCIe 5.0 x16 from CPU, suitable for modern GPUs with maximum bandwidth.
• WiFi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.2, and Intel 2.5GbE LAN, allowing you to choose between a stable wired connection and fast wireless access.
• A rich set of USB: a total of multiple USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 Gen1/Gen2 ports, plus USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Rear) for very fast transfer to modern devices.
• Realtek ALC897 7.1-Channel audio, providing decent multi-channel sound for gaming, movies, and music without an external sound card.
• 1 x 24-pin + 2 x 8-pin power connectors for stable power delivery to the CPU and the entire system, especially in more powerful configurations.

Who it is suitable for

MSI PRO Z790-P WIFI is suitable if you are planning a gaming or productive machine with 12th/13th generation Intel and want DDR5, many M.2, and PCIe 5.0 slot for future GPU. The combination of WiFi 6E, 2.5GbE, and RAID makes it a good base for both a workstation and a more serious home server/storage. If you are looking for a super compact configuration, the ATX form factor may not be suitable for you.

The strongest aspect here is the balance between the modern Z790 chipset, DDR5, and PCIe 5.0 x16, along with four M.2 slots and built-in WiFi 6E – a stable platform that will easily accommodate several generations of upgrades.