MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Plus Motherboard

The MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Plus Motherboard supports Intel LGA 1200 processors, features up to 4 x DDR4 memory slots, PCI-E 4.0, PCI-E 4.0 expansion slots, 3 x M.2 slots, 6 x SATA ports (6GB/s), 8 x rear USB ports (1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2 x USB 2.0), 7 x front panel header USB ports (1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 4 x USB 2.0), Realtek ALC4080 HD audio codec, Intel I225-V 2.5GB LAN, and an ATX motherboard form factor.

Note: Compatible with Intel Socket LGA1200 10th and 11th Gen.

Features

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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.

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.

14+1+1 Duet rail power system

Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built with a total of 14 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 I/O 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.

Keep out zone

MSI motherboards circuitry ensure the case standoff keep out zones are pure and clean, preventing any component contact or damager to the motherboard.

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.

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.

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.

Audio Boost 5

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.

De-pop protection

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.