MSI MEG Z790 GODLIKE

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MSI MEG Z790 GODLIKE

MSI MEG Z790 GODLIKE Specifications

MSI MEG Z790 GODLIKE by MSI is a E-ATX form factor motherboard based on the high-end Z790 chipset and LGA 1700 socket, offering the most advanced features and connectivity options. It is designed to support DDR5 memory up to 256 GB and memory overclocking up to 7800 MHz. The motherboard features 4 memory slots and offers support for PCIe 5.0 x16, ensuring compatibility with modern GPUs and high-bandwidth expansion cards.

MSI MEG Z790 GODLIKE Performance Review

The MSI MEG Z790 GODLIKE features an ultra high-end VRM configuration, delivering 105 A across 26 power phases. This setup is ideal for high-end, high-wattage CPUs with overclocking, offering excellent voltage stability and outstanding thermal performance. It’s a top-tier choice for overclockers, gamers, and professionals seeking maximum performance.

This motherboard is equipped with a premium audio chipset — the Realtek® ALC4082 — delivering performance comparable to mid-to-high-end discrete sound cards. It provides clean, immersive sound with excellent signal-to-noise ratio and dynamic range. This makes it a recommended choice for audiophiles and users with high-end audio setups, such as studio-grade headphones, amplifiers, or surround sound systems, who want the best possible onboard audio.

With a performance-per-price score of just 24.7%, this motherboard provides limited value compared to other options. It may be best suited for specific niche builds or if found at a discount.

Motherboard Information

Manufacturer: MSI

Motherboard Name: MSI MEG Z790 GODLIKE

Current Price Amazon: $875❗N/A

Amazon Price Updated: 1 week ago.

Motherboard Available: False

Chipset / Socket: Z790 / LGA 1700

Form Factor / Memory Slots: E-ATX / 4 slots.

Memory Type / Max Cap / Max OC: DDR5 / 256 GB / 7800 MHz

PCIe Suport: PCIe 5.0 x16

Audio Chipset: Realtek® ALC4082

Network: Marvell® AQC113CS-B1-C 10Gbps LAN Intel® 2.5Gbps LAN

Motherboard Dimensions: 30.5 cm x 31 cm

Quality & Features (max 110pts)

VRM Quality: 27 pts.

Chipset Q & F: 20 pts.

Build Quality: 22 pts.

Connectivity Q & F: 20 pts.

Audio Quality: 20 pts.

Total Points: 109 pts.

VRM Configuration

CPU Power Phases (Amps): 26 (105 A)

Power Design: 26+2

Calculated Performance

Quality and Features per Price: 24.7%

Additional Motherboard Information

Memory:

4x DDR5 UDIMM, Maximum Memory Capacity 256GB
Memory Support 7800+(OC)/ 7600(OC)/ 7400(OC)/ 7200(OC)/ 7000(OC)/ 6800(OC)/ 6600(OC)/ 6400(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5800(OC)/ 5600(JEDEC)/ 5400(JEDEC)/ 5200(JEDEC)/ 5000(JEDEC)/ 4800(JEDEC) MHz
Max. overclocking frequency:
• 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 7800+ MHz
• 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6600+ MHz
• 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz
• 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 5600+ MHz

Supports Intel® XMP3.0 OC
Supports Dual-Controller Dual-Channel mode
Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory

Graphics:

None

Storage:

7x M.2
M.2_1 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 22110/2280/2260 devices
M.2_2 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
M.2_3 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 / SATA mode, supports 2280/2260 devices
M.2_4 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 , supports 22110/2280 devices
M.2_5 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4 / SATA mode, supports 2280/2260 devices
M.2_6 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
M.2_7 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
6x SATA 6G

*PCI_E2 slot will be unavailable when installing M.2 SSD in the M2_4 slot.
**SATA5~8 will be unavailable when installing M.2 PCIe SSD in the M2_5 slot.
***SATA5~8 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_5 slot.

USB:

Onboard Thunderbolt Thunderbolt chip JHL8540 Thunderbolt Resource JHL8540 2x Thunderbolt4 ports (Rear) 2x Thunderbolt4 (USB-C) ports Q’ty Supports up to 40Gbps transfer rate with Thunderbolt devices Supports up to 20Gbps transfer rate with USB4 devices Supports up to 10Gbps transfer rate with USB 3.2 devices Supports up to 5V/3A,15W power charging Each port can daisy-chain up to three Thunderbolt 4 devices or five Thunderbolt 3 devices Supports up to 8K display (need to connect the DisplayPort of the discrete graphics card to the Mini DisplayPort Input port on the back panel) USB 4x USB 2.0 (Front) 4x USB 5Gbps Type A (Front) 7x USB 10Gbps Type A (Rear) 1x USB 10Gbps Type C (Rear) 2x USB 20Gbps Type C (Front) *To achieve 60W PD fast charging for JUSB6, the PD_PWR1 connector needs to be connected to the power supply unit. **JUSB6 doesn’t support USB 2.0 and older USB devices.

Internal I/O:

1x Power Connector(ATX_PWR)
2x Power Connector(CPU_PWR)
1x Front Type-C Quick Charge Connector(PD_PWR1)
1x CPU Fan
2x Pump Fan
7x System Fan
2x Front Panel (JFP)
1x Chassis Intrusion (JCI)
1x Water Flow connector
1x Slow Mode Booting Jumper(JSLOW)
1x Front Audio (JAUD)
2x Thermal Sensor connectors(T_SEN)
1x Tuning Controller connector(JDASH)
3x Addressable V2 RGB LED connector (JARGB_V2)
1x RGB LED connector(JRGB)
1x TPM pin header(Support TPM 2.0)
V-check point
4x USB 2.0 ports
4x USB 5Gbps Type A ports
2x USB 20Gbps Type C ports

Back Panel I/O:

Clear CMOS Button
Flash BIOS Button
2.5G LAN
10G Super LAN
Thunderbolt 4 40Gbps (Type-C)
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth
Audio Connectors
Smart Button
USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps (Type-C)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps (Type-A)
Mini DisplayPort Input (for Thunderbolt passthrough)
Optical S/PDIF-Out

WiFi:

Intel® Wi-Fi 6E
The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot
Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz / 5GHz / 6GHz* (160MHz) up to 2.4Gbps
Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax

Supports Bluetooth® 5.3, FIPS, FISMA

* Wi-Fi 6E 6GHz may depend on every country’s regulations and will be ready in Windows 11.
** Bluetooth 5.3 will be ready in Windows 10 build 21H1 and Windows 11.

Audio:

Realtek® ALC4082 Codec + ESS ES9280AQ Combo DAC/HPA
7.1-Channel USB High Performance Audio
Supports S/PDIF output
Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback on front panel

Special Features:

None