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MSI MAG Z890 Tomahawk WiFi

ATX · DDR5 · 4 DIMMs · 16-phase VRM · 7

Quality
85
VRM
71
Value
65
Amazon
$251
MSI MAG Z890 Tomahawk WiFi
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$251
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Overall85.4
VRM71.0
Chipset99.0
Expansion / storage94.0
Connectivity82.0
Audio81.0
Quality / price64.7
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Written analysis

MSI MAG Z890 Tomahawk WiFi at a glance

The MSI MAG Z890 Tomahawk WiFi uses the ATX form factor, LGA 1851 socket, and Z890 chipset. This is a high-end platform with the feature headroom expected in an enthusiast gaming or productivity build.

Memory support is DDR5 across 4 DIMM slots, with up to 256 GB and rated overclocked speeds up to 9200 MT/s. XMP / EXPO memory-profile support is recorded for easier tuning.

Best fit: a premium gaming or creator build that will use the stronger VRM, storage, and I/O rather than simply needing a compatible socket.

Power delivery

The calculated VRM score is 71.0, placing the power delivery in the high-end class. The board lists 16 CPU power phases, 90 A power stages in a 16+1+1+1 layout. CPU power input is listed as 2. It is a strong match for upper-tier processors at stock and leaves useful tuning headroom.

Expansion and storage

The expansion and storage score is 94.0: exceptionally well equipped . The platform supports PCIe 5.0. Physical expansion includes 3 ×16 slots.

On-board storage consists of 4 M.2 slots and 4 SATA ports. Supported M.2 lengths are listed as 22110, 2280, 2260, 2242. That is enough NVMe capacity for a multi-drive gaming or creator setup without immediately relying on an add-in card.

Connectivity and rear I/O

The connectivity score is 82.0, rated strong . Wireless networking is Wi-Fi 7 ; wired networking is Intel® Killer™ E5000 5Gbps LAN at up to 5000 Mbps. Bluetooth 5.4 is included. The recorded USB provision is 9 rear connections and 7 front-panel connections. USB4 Type-C is available at the rear. The specification sheet below separates every USB speed and connector type.

Display connectivity includes HDMI 2.1, USB-C DisplayPort. These motherboard outputs require a processor with integrated graphics.

Audio

The audio score is 81.0. This is a high-end onboard implementation using Realtek® ALC1220P Codec, suitable for good headsets, powered speakers, and everyday content work. Optical S/PDIF is present for digital audio equipment.

Buying verdict

Overall quality is 85.40, a premium result. It makes sense when the build will use its stronger VRM and richer connectivity; otherwise a lower-tier board may deliver the same CPU performance for less.

At the recorded Amazon price, the quality-to-price score is 64.7—a balanced value for its feature class.

Board data

Full specifications

Platform, expansion, storage, rear I/O, internal headers, networking, audio, and board controls in one sheet.

General

Manufacturer
MSI
Motherboard
MSI MAG Z890 Tomahawk WiFi
Chipset / socket
Z890 / LGA 1851
Form factor
ATX
Launch price
—
Amazon price
$251
Availability
In stock
Price updated
2 days, 7 hours ago

VRM

CPU phases
16 (90 A)
Power design
16+1+1+1
EPS connector
2

Memory

Type / slots
DDR5 / 4 DIMMs
Max capacity / OC
256 GB / 9200 MT/s
Per DIMM
64 GB
XMP / EXPO
Yes

PCIe

Supported version
PCIe 5.0
x16 physical
3
x16 Gen 5
1
x16 Gen 4
2

Storage

M.2 slots
4
M.2 lengths
22110, 2280, 2260, 2242
SATA ports
4

Display outputs

HDMI
Yes · 2.1 · 4K 120Hz
DisplayPort
No
USB-C DisplayPort
Yes · 2.1 · 4K@120Hz / 8K@60Hz

USB

Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 5 Gbps
4
Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 10 Gbps
3
Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C 10 Gbps
1
Rear USB4 Type-C
1
Front USB 2.0
4
Front USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 5 Gbps
2
Front USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C 20 Gbps
1
Front USB-C PD
27 W
Header USB 2.0
4
Header USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 5 Gbps
2
Header USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C 20 Gbps
1
USB4
Type-C · rear

Networking

Ethernet
Intel® Killer™ E5000 5Gbps LAN
LAN ports
1
LAN speed
5000 Mbps
Wi-Fi
7
Wi-Fi bandwidth
320MHz
Bands
2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz
Bluetooth
5.4

Audio

Chipset
Realtek® ALC1220P Codec
Analog jacks
—
Gold-plated jacks
No
Optical S/PDIF
Yes
Spatial audio
No

Buttons

BIOS flashback
Yes
Clear CMOS
Yes
Q-Flash Plus
No
Smart button
No
Onboard start / reset
No

Additional information

Memory notes
Supports DDR5 UDIMM and CUDIMM. Max overclocking frequency varies by configuration: 1DPC 1R up to 9200+ MT/s, 1DPC 2R up to 7200+ MT/s, 2DPC 1R up to 6400+ MT/s, 2DPC 2R up to 5600+ MT/s. Supports Intel® POR Speed and JEDEC Speed. The DIMM slots have single-sided latches. Memory compatibility and supported speeds can vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration.
Display notes
The Type-C DisplayPort outputs are via Thunderbolt™ 4 ports and support UHBR20. Video output is available only on processors featuring integrated graphics. Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.
Expansion notes
PCI_E1 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x16 (From CPU) PCI_E2 Gen PCIe 4.0 supports up to x4 (From Chipset) PCI_E3 Gen PCIe 4.0 supports up to x4 (From Chipset)
M.2_1
5.0 4 · 2280, 2260 · From CPU
M.2_2
4.0 4 · 22110, 2280, 2260 · From CPU
M.2_3
4.0 4 · 2280, 2260, 2242 · From Chipset
M.2_4
4.0 4 · SATA · 2280, 2260, 2242 · From Chipset
Storage notes
Please refer to the manual for M.2 SSD heatsink restrictions.
USB notes
Front USB 20Gbps Type-C port (JUSBC1) supports 27W USB PD fast charging. Internal IO includes a Thunderbolt 5 card connector (JTBT5, supports RTD3).
Audio notes
7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
Networking notes
Wi-Fi module: Intel® Killer™ BE1750x. The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot. Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, up to 5.8Gbps. Supports 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be. Bluetooth supports MLO, 4KQAM. 6GHz band support may depend on every country’s regulations and Wi-Fi 7 will be ready in Windows 11 SV3. The Bluetooth version may be updated.
Fan / RGB headers
1 CPU · — OPT · 1 AIO · 6 chassis · 3 ARGB · 1 RGB
Other headers
Front audio · System panel · TPM · Thunderbolt
Dimensions
30.5 cm x 24.4 cm

Extracted notes sit here. Official manufacturer copy is at the bottom of the page.

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Vendor copy

Official manufacturer data

Raw manufacturer text kept for reference. Structured specs above are extracted from this copy and are the source for scores and tables.

Memory

4x DDR5 UDIMM, Maximum Memory Capacity 256GB
Memory Support 9200 - 6400 (OC) MT/s / 6400 - 4800 (JEDEC) MT/s
Max. overclocking frequency:
• 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 9200+ MT/s
• 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 7200+ MT/s
• 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MT/s
• 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 5600+ MT/s

Supports Intel® POR Speed and JEDEC Speed
Supports Memory Overclocking and Intel® XMP 3.0
Supports Dual-Controller Dual-Channel mode
Supports Non-ECC, Un-buffered memory
Supports CUDIMM

• The DIMM slots on this motherboard only have single-sided latches.
• Memory compatibility and supported speeds can vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration. For detailed information, please refer to the Memory Compatibility List available on the product’s Support page or visit https://www.msi.com/support/.

Graphics

1x HDMI™
Support HDMI™ 2.1 with FRL, maximum resolution of 4K 120Hz*
2x Type-C DisplayPort
Thunderbolt™ 4 ports, supporting DisplayPort 2.1 with UHBR20 over USB Type-C, with a maximum resolution of 4K@120Hz / 8K@60Hz*
*Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics. Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.

Expansion slots

3x PCI-E x16 slot
PCI_E1 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x16 (From CPU)
PCI_E2 Gen PCIe 4.0 supports up to x4 (From Chipset)
PCI_E3 Gen PCIe 4.0 supports up to x4 (From Chipset)

Storage

4x M.2
M.2_1 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
M.2_2 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 22110/2280/2260 devices
M.2_3 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260/2242 devices
M.2_4 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 / SATA mode, supports 2280/2260/2242 devices
4x SATA 6G

*Please refer to the manual for M.2 SSD heatsink restrictions.

USB

4x USB 2.0 (Front)
4x USB 5Gbps Type A (Rear)
2x USB 5Gbps Type A (Front)
3x USB 10Gbps Type A (Rear)
1x USB 10Gbps Type C (Rear)
1x USB 20Gbps Type C (Front)
*USB 20Gbps Type-C (Front) support USB PD 27W fast charging for JUSBC1

Internal I/O

1x Thunderbolt5 card connector(JTBT5, support RTD3)
1x Power Connector(ATX_PWR)
2x Power Connector(CPU_PWR)
1x Power Connector(PCIE_PWR 8pin)
1x CPU Fan
1x Combo Fan (Pump_Sys Fan)
6x System Fan
1x EZ Conn-header (JAF_2)
2x Front Panel (JFP)
1x Chassis Intrusion (JCI)
1x Front Audio (JAUD)
3x Addressable V2 RGB LED connector (JARGB_V2)
1x RGB LED connector(JRGB)
1x TPM pin header(Support TPM 2.0)
4x USB 2.0 ports
2x USB 5Gbps Type A ports
1x USB 20Gbps Type C ports

Rear I/O

USB 10Gbps Type-A
USB 5Gbps Type-A
5G LAN
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth
Audio Connectors
HDMI™
Thunderbolt™ 4 40Gbps (Type-C)
USB 10Gbps Type-C
Flash BIOS Button
Clear CMOS Button
USB 5Gbps Type-A
S/PDIF-OUT

Wireless

Intel® Killer™ BE1750x Wi-Fi 7
The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot
Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX, 2.4GHz / 5GHz / 6GHz* (320MHz) up to 5.8Gbps
Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax/ be

Supports Bluetooth® 5.4**, MLO, 4KQAM

* 6GHz band support may depend on every country’s regulations and Wi-Fi 7 will be ready in Windows 11 SV3.
** The Bluetooth version may be updated, please refer to the Wi-Fi chipset vendor's website for details. Bluetooth 5.4 support schedule depends on MSFT Windows 11 plan.

Audio

Realtek® ALC1220P Codec
7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
Supports S/PDIF output

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