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MSI MEG Z890 UNIFY-X

Support Intel^® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) for LGA 1851 socket
Supports DDR5 Memory, Dual Channel DDR5 9600+ MT/s (OC)
Ultra Performance: Direct 20+2+1+1 Phases, TLVR Inductors, 110A SPS, OC Engine, dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost, Memory Boost, 8-layer PCB made by 2oz thickened copper and server-grade level material.
Frozr Guard: Aluminum Cover, Direct Touch Cross Heat-pipe, MOSFET Baseplate, 9W/mK thermal pads, Double-Sided M.2 Shield Frozr and Frozr AI software ensure the utmost performance with low temperature.
EZ DIY: EZ PCIe Release, EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II, EZ M.2 Clip II and EZ Antenna.

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Specification	Details
Chipset	INTEL Z890
CPU	Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) LGA 1851
Memory
Configuration	2x DDR5 UDIMM, Maximum Memory Capacity 128GB
Memory Support	9600 – 6400 (OC) MT/s / 6400 – 4800 (JEDEC) MT/s
Max. Overclocking Frequency	– 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 9600+ MT/s – 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 7200+ MT/s
Features	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
Note	* 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/.
Onboard Graphics
Ports	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*
Note	* Available only on processors featuring integrated graphics. Graphics specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.
Expansion Slots
Configuration	3x PCI-E x16 slots 1x PCI-E x1 slot PCI_E1 Gen PCIe 4.0 supports up to x1 (From Chipset) PCI_E2 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x16 (From CPU) PCI_E3 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x8 (From CPU) PCI_E4 Gen PCIe 4.0 supports up to x4 (From Chipset)
Notes	* PCI_E2 slot will run at x8 speed and PCI_E3 slot will run at x4 speed when installing PCIe Gen 5 M.2 device in M2_4 slot. ** PCI_E4 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SSD in the M2_3 slot.
Audio
Configuration	Realtek® ALC4080 Codec 7.1-Channel USB High-Performance Audio Supports S/PDIF output Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback on front panel
Storage
M.2 Configuration	6x M.2 M.2_1 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 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 , supports 2280/2260 devices M.2_4 Source (From CPU+Chipset) supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 + PCIe 4.0 x4 , supports 22110/2280/2260 devices M.2_5 Source (From Chipset) supports up to PCIe 4.0 x4 / SATA mode, supports 2280/2260 devices M.2_6 Source (From CPU) supports up to PCIe 5.0 x4 , supports 2280/2260 devices
SATA	6x SATA 6G
Notes	* M2_4 default from chipset, can support PCIe 5.0 x4 (From CPU) by manual BIOS adjustment. SATA3 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_5 slot. * Please refer to the manual for M.2 SSD heatsink restrictions.
RAID
Support	Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for M.2 NVMe storage devices
Onboard Thunderbolt
Ports	2x Thunderbolt4 ports (Rear)
Performance	Support up to 40Gbps transfer rate with Thunderbolt devices Support up to 20Gbps transfer rate with USB4 devices Support up to 10Gbps transfer rate with USB 3.2 devices Support up to 5V/3A,15W power charging Each port can daisy-chain up to three Thunderbolt 4 devices or five Thunderbolt 3 devices Support up to 8K display
USB
Configuration	4x USB 2.0 (Front) 4x USB 5Gbps Type A (Front) 8x USB 10Gbps Type A (Rear) 2x USB 10Gbps Type C (Rear) 1x USB 20Gbps Type C (Front)
Note	* To achieve USB PD 60W fast charging for JUSBC1, the PD_PWR1 connector needs to be connected to the power supply unit.
LAN
Ports	1x Intel® Killer E5000B 5G LAN
Internal I/O
Connectors	1x Thunderbolt5 card connector(JTBT5, support RTD3) 1x Power Connector(ATX_PWR) 2x Power Connector(CPU_PWR) 1x Power Connector(PCIE_PWR 8pin) 1x Front Type-C Quick Charge Connector(PD_PWR1) 1x CPU Fan 2x Combo Fan (Pump_Sys Fan) 4x System Fan 1x EZ Conn-header (JAF_2) 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 1x USB 20Gbps Type C ports
Wireless LAN & Bluetooth
Chipset	Intel® Killer™ BE1750x Wi-Fi 7
Installation	The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot
Performance	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
Notes	* 6GHz band support may depend on every country’s regulations and Wi-Fi 7 will be ready in Windows 11 version 24H2. ** The Bluetooth version may be updated, please refer to the Wi-Fi chipset vendor’s website for details. Bluetooth 5.4 will be ready in Windows 11 version 24H2.
LED Feature
Indicators	4x EZ Debug LED 1x EZ Digit Debug LED
Back Panel Ports
Configuration	USB 10Gbps (Type-A) Flash BIOS Button Clear CMOS Button Smart Button 5G LAN Wi-Fi / Bluetooth HD Audio Connectors USB 10Gbps (Type-C) Thunderbolt™ 4 40Gbps (Type-C) USB 10Gbps (Type-C) Keyboard / Mouse USB 10Gbps (Type-A) Optical S/PDIF-Out
Operating System
Support	Support for Windows® 11 64-bit
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Overview

MSI MEG Z890 UNIFY-X – Built for Pure Performance and Extreme Overclocking

The MSI MEG Z890 UNIFY-X is engineered for enthusiasts who value raw performance, stability, and precision over flashy aesthetics. Tailored for overclockers and professionals, this minimalist blacked-out motherboard combines MSI’s legendary engineering with the next-generation Intel Z890 chipset and LGA 1851 socket, delivering uncompromised power for the latest Intel Core processors.

MEG Z890 UNIFY-X

Designed with a powerful 24+2 phase power delivery system, premium Titanium Choke III, and dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, the UNIFY-X ensures exceptional voltage stability and efficient power delivery under extreme loads. The board’s Frozr AI cooling system, direct-touch heat pipes, and extended VRM heatsinks provide superior thermal control, even during intensive overclocking sessions.

The UNIFY-X supports dual DDR5 DIMMs optimized for record-breaking memory performance, pushing speeds beyond 8600 MHz (OC) for the most demanding setups. With PCIe 5.0 x16 support and four M.2 slots (including PCIe 5.0 M.2) protected by Shield Frozr thermal covers, it offers lightning-fast data transfer and next-level storage reliability.

For connectivity, the board is equipped with Wi-Fi 7, 2.5G LAN, and multiple USB 4.0 / Thunderbolt 4-ready ports, ensuring seamless data communication and low-latency performance for high-end gaming or workstation tasks.

The design philosophy behind the MEG Z890 UNIFY-X is stealth and substance — a matte black PCB, aluminum armor, and a sleek, logo-free design deliver a clean professional aesthetic that speaks of confidence and power without distraction.

MEG X890 UNIFY-X

Audio performance is equally refined with Audio Boost 6 technology featuring an ESS SABRE DAC, ensuring pristine, high-resolution sound quality ideal for both creators and competitive gamers.

Whether you’re chasing benchmark records, building a professional-grade workstation, or assembling a high-performance gaming rig, the MSI MEG Z890 UNIFY-X offers the perfect balance of control, efficiency, and precision engineering — pure performance without compromise.

Key Features:

- Supports latest Intel Core processors (LGA 1851, Z890 chipset)
- 24+2 phase VRM power delivery for stable overclocking
- Dual DDR5 DIMM slots optimized for 8600+ MHz (OC)
- PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and four M.2 slots (Gen5 x4 supported)
- Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5G LAN connectivity
- Frozr AI thermal design with enlarged heatsinks and heat pipes
- ESS SABRE DAC & Audio Boost 6 for high-fidelity audio
- Minimalist stealth-black design with premium aluminum armor
- Ultra Connect: Dual Thunderbolt™ 4 ports, Intel® Killer™ 5G LAN, and Full-speed Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 7 Solution – The latest solution for professional and multimedia use, delivering secure, stable, and high-speed networking and data transmission.
- Lightning Fast Game Experience: PCIe 5.0 slots, Onboard 6x M.2 Connectors with Lightning Gen 5 Solution, Front USB 20G with 60W USB Power Delivery.
- Audio Boost 5: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience.