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MSI

MSI MAG Z390 TOMAHAWK LGA 1151 128GB Intel motherboard

SKU CH-KZDW-F6CEW

Z390 ATX board with LGA 1151 socket, dual-channel DDR4 up to 4400 MHz and 128 GB capacity, dual Gigabit LAN, Realtek ALC892 7.1 audio, plus USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C and multiple M.2 and SATA connectors

  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1151
  • CPU TypeIntel Core ™ 9000 Series/8th Gen Intel Core ™/Pentium Gold/C
  • ChipsetIntel Z390
  • Memory StandardSupports dual-channel DDR4 4400MHz memory
  • Maximum Memory Supported128GB
  • PCI Slots3 PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (supports x16/x4/x1 modes) 2 PCIe 3.0 x
  • Supports 128GB DDR4 for heavy multitasking
  • Dual-channel 4400MHz memory boosts throughput
  • Intel Z390 chipset drives 3.0 PCIe lanes
  • Twin Intel Gigabit LAN ensures stable networking
  • 1 Realtek ALC892 audio delivers surround sound

Socket and Chipset

The MSI MAG Z390 TOMAHAWK is an Intel Z390 motherboard built for LGA 1151 processors including 9th and 8th generation Core CPUs. It uses a standard ATX layout with the Z390 chipset providing native high-speed I/O. The board targets builders who want a mainstream platform with robust power delivery and dual Gigabit LAN.

Dual LAN and Audio Focus

This board suits users who value wired networking redundancy and 7.1 channel Realtek ALC892 audio without adding expansion cards. It is less suited for builds needing multiple M.2 storage devices because only a single E-key M.2 slot for Intel CNVi wireless modules is present. Buyers wanting extensive PCIe lane flexibility should note the three x16 slots operate in x16/x4/x1 modes.

Memory and Storage Headroom

Four DDR4 slots support up to 128GB at speeds reaching 4400MHz, giving ample headroom for heavy multitasking and content creation. Six SATA III ports handle large SSD or HDD arrays, while the single M.2 E-key slot does not support storage drives. USB connectivity includes four 10Gbps ports (one Type-C) plus four 5Gbps and six 2.0 headers for plentiful peripheral connections.

Highlights

  • Supports 128GB DDR4 for heavy multitasking
  • Dual-channel 4400MHz memory boosts throughput
  • Intel Z390 chipset drives 3.0 PCIe lanes
  • Twin Intel Gigabit LAN ensures stable networking
  • 1 Realtek ALC892 audio delivers surround sound

Specifications

BrandMSI
SeriesMSI MAG Z390 TOMAHAWK
ModelMSI MAG Z390 TOMAHAWK
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1151
CPU TypeIntel Core ™ 9000 Series/8th Gen Intel Core ™/Pentium Gold/Celeron processors with LGA 1151 pin
ChipsetIntel Z390
Memory StandardSupports dual-channel DDR4 4400MHz memory
Maximum Memory Supported128GB
PCI Slots3 PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (supports x16/x4/x1 modes)
2 PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
1 M.2 slot (E key) for Intel CNVi wireless modules only
SATA RAIDM.2 interface, 6xSATA III interface
Audio ChipsetRealtek ALC892 decoding chip
7.1 channel high-quality sound effects
Supports S/PDIF output
LAN Chipset1 Intel I219-V Gigabit network interface card
1 Intel I211-AT Gigabit network interface card
Onboard USBIntel Z390 chipset
4 USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) ports (1 Type-C and 3 Type-A ports on the backplane)
4 USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports, provided via internal USB ports
6 USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (2 Type-A ports on the backplane, 4 via onboard USB 2.0 ports)

Questions about this item

Which DDR4 memory speed does the MAG Z390 TOMAHAWK support out of the box?

The board runs dual-channel DDR4 up to 4400MHz, so any kit rated at or below that frequency will work without manual tuning.

Can I keep my existing Intel I219-V or I211-AT network cards when installing this motherboard?

The board already includes one Intel I219-V and one Intel I211-AT Gigabit controller, so additional NICs of the same type are unnecessary unless you need more than two wired ports.

How do I confirm the Realtek ALC892 audio is delivering 7.1-channel output after build?

Open the Realtek Audio Console in Windows, select 7.1 speaker configuration, then run the speaker test — each of the eight channels should play a distinct tone.

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