MPG Z490 CARBON EK X
EXCLUSIVE FEATURES
Core Boost Technology
8+4 pin CPU power connectors and optimized power circuits let GAMING CARBON EK X unleash maximum performance.
6 layer PCB
6 layer PCB improves signal transmission for high performance capabilities across the motherboard.
Digital PWM
A selection of the highest quality power delivery components lets the system run reliably even under extreme conditions.
PCIe Steel Armor
Reinforced and shielded PCIe slots for strength and stability.
MPG Z490 CARBON EK X
PREMIUM THERMAL SOLUTION
EK Custom-Designed Monoblock
A custom-designed EK cooling solution offers unmatched cooling for both the CPU and VRM power delivery system.
M.2 Shield Frozr
Sustain maximum high-speed M.2 SSD data transfer with M.2 SHIELD FROZR and prevent SSD thermal throttling.
Pump Fan Support
Control watercooling pump speeds for flowrate and noise control.
Enlarged Chipset Heatsink
Large heatsink over the chipset for superior better heat dissipation.
MPG Z490 CARBON EK X
HIGH-SPEED TRANSMISSION
Lightning USB 20G
Built-in USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port, up to 20Gbps transfer speed, 4X faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1.
2.5G Network Solution
Onboard 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet LAN with gaming LAN manager.
Intel Wi-Fi 6
Featuring the latest wireless solution, delivering speeds up to 2400Mbps and supports MU-MIMO and BSS color technology.
DDR4 Boost
The memory circuit design has been optimized on a reserved section of the motherboard fully isolated from other circuits.
Turbo M.2
2 x M.2 slots running at PCI-E Gen3 x4 bandwidth for ultra-fast NVMe based SSDs.
EK CUSTOM-DESIGNED CPU + VRM WATER COOLING
Sustain high-performance 10th gen Intel core processors with a custom-designed EK cooling solution. Unmatched cooling for both the CPU and VRM power delivery system prevents thermal throttling allowing for maximum performance to be sustained. It's ready for anything!
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.
PRE-INSTALLED IO SHIELDING
Pre-Installed IO Shielding makes handling the motherboard process easier and safer. The design is grounded and protects the IO ports from potential electrostatic discharge damage from the external environment.
TWIN TURBO M.2 and M.2 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.
4X Faster Lightning USB 20G
Connect the rear USB Type-C port and quickly move large files including uncompressed video, raw images, and bulky simulation data, powered by the ASMedia 3241 chip. USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 reaches up to 20Gbps, four times faster than USB 3.2 Gen 1.
12+1+1 DUET RAIL POWER SYSTEM
Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built to supply stable and steady power delivery. Powered by 8 + 4-pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology.
MAXIMIUM DATA TRANSFER WITH 2.5G LAN
MPG Z490 CARBON EK X features onboard 2.5Gbps Ethernet LAN, for gamers who demand on high-bandwidth and low-latency network connectivity. Prioritize latency-sensitive applications with MSI LAN Manager for a superior online experience.
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.
Core Boost
Core Boost combines a reserved zone of optimized circuits and premium power delivery components to create a highly efficient power system capable of precise current output to the CPU.
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.
MULTIPLE GPU SUPPORT AND PCI-E STEEL ARMOR
supports both NVIDIA SLI and AMD CrossFire multi GPU technologies. PCI-E slot placements provide optimal airflow for graphics card cooling. 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 counts, Steel Armor shields the point of contact from electromagnetic interference.
AMPLIFY YOUR GAME WITH AUDIO BOOST 4
Like a dedicated sound card, Audio Boost 4 offers a HD audio processor, dedicated amplifier and high quality audio capacitors, all physically isolated from the rest of the motherboard circuitry to ensure the purest audio signal to locate enemies with pin-point accuracy.
EZ LED CONTROL FOR RGB CUSTOMIZATION
A built-in LED switch on the motherboard instantly turns lighting on or off. Personalize your PC with RGB LED lighting capable of 16.8 million colors with dynamic effects through the Mystic Light APP.