Lightning USB 20G
Ultra-fast rear USB Type-C port transfer speeds up to 20Gb/s powered by the ASMedia ASM3242 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 controller.
Wi-Fi 6
Featuring the latest wireless solution, delivering speeds up to 2400Mbps and supports MU-MIMO and BSS color technology.
2.5G + Gigabit LAN
Onboard 2.5G, Gigabit LAN, and Wi-Fi 6 deliver great online experiences without lag.
Triple Turbo M.2 Connectors
3 x M.2 slots running at PCI-E Gen3 x4 bandwidth for ultra-fast NVMe based SSDs.
Chest Plate
A rigid black metal backplate reinforces the motherboard against bending and twisting.
6-Layer PCB Design
6 layer PCB improves signal transmission for high performance capabilities across the motherboard.ISL Digital PWM, 16 Phases with 90A SPS
GODLIKE is built with 16 phases of 90A smart power stages to reliably drive the CPU during heavy workloads.
DDR4 Steel Armor & PCIe Steel Armor
Reinforced and shielded slots for strength and protecting the point of connection from interference.
Smart Button
Onboard power and reset buttons.
CUSTOMIZE YOUR GAMING RIG
Personalize your PC with RGB LED lighting capable of 16.8 million colors with dynamic effects through the Mystic Light APP.
Customize colors
Customize effectsTHERMAL SOLUTION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE MULTI CORE PROCESSORS
VRM Heatpipe, Frozr Heatsink, and MOSFET Baseplate keep temperatures in check and let the CPU power delivery system sustain extreme performance.
TRIPLE TURBO M.2 WITH SHIELD FROZR
Sustain maximum M.2 SSD data transfer with M.2 SHIELD FROZR. Prevent SSD thermal throttling with a heatsink that extends across the motherboard.
EXTREME POWER DESIGN
The power delivery system on MEG Z490 ACE is built with an ISL Digital PWM, 16+1 phases with 90A Smart Power Stages, and dual CPU power connectors. Exclusive to MEG class models is Mirrored Power Arrangement on the Vcore phases for releasing true power.
LIGHTNING USB 20G
Quickly move large files including uncompressed video, raw images, and bulky simulation data, powered by the ASMedia 3242 chip. USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 reaches up to 20Gbps, four times faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1.
CHEST PLATE
MEG Z490 ACE features a rigid metal backplate that reinforces the motherboard's edges along the connectors, preventing bending and twisting during installation that could potentially damage or dislodge surface mounted components.
PRE-INSTALLED IO SHIELDING
Pre-Installed IO Shielding makes handling the motherboard process easier and safer. The patent-pending design is grounded and protects the IO ports from potential electrostatic discharge damage from the external environment.
DUAL LAN WITH 2.5G LAN
MEG Z490 ACE features high-bandwidth and low-latency 2.5G and Gigabit LAN for demanding creators and power users. Onboard 2.5Gbps connectivity 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.
WI-FI 6 & BLUETOOTH
Connect to a high-speed WIFI 6 network with onboard Wi-Fi 6. OFDMA and two-way MU-MIMO technology optimize data transmission and deliver speeds up to 2.4Gbps.
UNMATCHED MEMORY PERFORMANCE
MSI takes memory stability and performance to the extreme. The memory circuit layout has been optimized for reliability and tested extensively in partnership with major memory manufacturers for compatibility.
AUDIO BOOST HD
A dedicated audio processor, ESS audio DAC, and headphone amplifier have been integrated into isolated audio circuitry to output game-changing studio grade sound.
MULTIPLE GPU SUPPORT AND PCI-E STEEL ARMOR