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MSI Z170A GAMING PRO
LGA1151Z170ATXDDR41 M.2
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Full Specifications
Platform, memory, storage, expansion, and connectivity specs.
SocketLGA1151
ChipsetZ170
Form FactorATX
ColorBlack / Red
Memory TypeDDR4
Memory Slots4
Max Memory64 GB
Max Speed3200 MHz
ECC SupportNo
M.2 Slots1
M.2 Details2242/2260/2280 M-key
SATA 6 Gb/s Ports6
About This Product
The MSI Z170A GAMING PRO is an ATX motherboard designed for Intel LGA1151 CPUs, supporting DDR4 memory up to 64GB at 3200MHz. It offers multiple PCIe slots for graphics cards and expansion, alongside a single M.2 slot for NVMe SSDs. This board is suitable for mid-range gaming and general-purpose builds, providing a solid foundation for systems utilizing 6th and 7th generation Intel processors.
Pros
- Supports DDR4-3200 memory
- Multiple PCIe x16 slots
- Dedicated M.2 slot for NVMe
- Reliable Intel Z170 chipset
Cons
- LGA1151 is an older socket
- Limited to one M.2 slot
- No USB 3.2 Gen2 support
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