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MSI MAG Z490 TOMAHAWK
LGA1200Z490ATXDDR42 M.2
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Full Specifications
Platform, memory, storage, expansion, and connectivity specs.
SocketLGA1200
ChipsetZ490
Form FactorATX
ColorBlack / Silver
Memory TypeDDR4
Memory Slots4
Max Memory128 GB
Max Speed4800 MHz
ECC SupportNo
M.2 Slots2
M.2 Details2242/2260/2280/22110 M-key 2242/2260/2280 M-key
SATA 6 Gb/s Ports6
About This Product
The MSI MAG Z490 TOMAHAWK is an ATX motherboard for Intel 10th generation processors, featuring the Z490 chipset. It offers a robust power delivery system suitable for overclocking mid-range to high-end Intel i5 and i7 CPUs. This board provides a balanced feature set for its price point, including multiple M.2 slots and adequate connectivity, making it a solid choice for general gaming and productivity builds.
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