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MSI Z97-G45 Gaming
LGA1150Z97ATXDDR3
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Full Specifications
Platform, memory, storage, expansion, and connectivity specs.
SocketLGA1150
ChipsetZ97
Form FactorATX
ColorBlack / Red
Memory TypeDDR3
Memory Slots4
Max Memory32 GB
Max Speed3000 MHz
ECC SupportNo
SATA 6 Gb/s Ports6
About This Product
The MSI Z97-G45 Gaming is an ATX motherboard for Intel LGA1150 CPUs, supporting DDR3 memory up to 32GB. It is suitable for mid-range gaming PCs from its era, offering standard Z97 features for overclocking and multi-GPU configurations. While capable for 1080p gaming with a compatible CPU and GPU, it is an older platform with no upgrade path to modern CPUs or memory.
Pros
- Supports Intel LGA1150 CPUs
- DDR3 memory support
- ATX form factor
- Overclocking capabilities
- Multi-GPU support
Cons
- Outdated platform
- No upgrade path for modern CPUs
- Limited to DDR3 memory
