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Black ATX motherboard with silver heatsinks and I/O shield

MSI

MSI MEG Z390 ACE Intel Z390 LGA 1151 ATX Motherboard

SKU CH-02G5-0NZ9J

ATX Intel Z390 motherboard for LGA 1151 CPUs with DDR4 memory up to 64 GB, three M.2 slots and USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A

  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1151
  • ChipsetIntel Z390
  • Memory StandardDDR4
  • Maximum Memory Supported64GB
  • PCI Express 3.0 x161x PCI Express 3.0 x16
  • PCI Express x161
  • Supports up to 64GB DDR4 for demanding workloads
  • Three M.2 slots enable fast storage expansion
  • Intel Z390 chipset with LGA 1151 socket
  • PCIe 3.0 x16 slot ready for graphics cards
  • ATX form factor fits standard desktop cases

Socket and chipset

The MSI MEG Z390 ACE is an ATX motherboard built around the Intel Z390 chipset for LGA 1151 processors. It supports DDR4 memory up to 64 GB and provides a single PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot alongside one legacy PCI slot. Three M.2 sockets are available for storage expansion.

Buyer fit

This board suits builders assembling a Z390-based system who need three M.2 slots and ATX layout. It is not for buyers who require multiple PCI Express x16 slots for multi-GPU configurations. It is also not for users who expect a full accessory kit, because only the I/O shield is included in the package.

Deciding spec

The LGA 1151 socket combined with the Z390 chipset determines which 8th and 9th generation Intel Core processors can be installed. Confirm the exact CPU model before purchase, as socket compatibility alone does not guarantee support.

Highlights

  • Supports up to 64GB DDR4 for demanding workloads
  • Three M.2 slots enable fast storage expansion
  • Intel Z390 chipset with LGA 1151 socket
  • PCIe 3.0 x16 slot ready for graphics cards
  • ATX form factor fits standard desktop cases

Specifications

BrandMSI
ModelMEG Z390 ACE
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1151
ChipsetIntel Z390
Memory StandardDDR4
Maximum Memory Supported64GB
PCI Express 3.0 x161x PCI Express 3.0 x16
PCI Express x161
PCI Slots1 x PCI Slot
Back I/O Ports1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A
RJ451 x RJ45
USB 3.11 x USB 3.1
Form FactorATX

Questions about this item

How much DDR4 memory can the board handle before the 64GB limit is reached?

The board supports up to 64GB of DDR4 memory across its slots, so sustained workloads will hit that capacity ceiling first.

What thermal or acoustic behaviour should be expected when the board runs continuously?

With only the motherboard and I/O shield supplied, cooling performance depends entirely on the CPU cooler, case airflow and any M.2 heatsinks you add.

Which components must already be on hand for the board to function?

You need an LGA 1151 processor, DDR4 modules, an ATX power supply, storage drives and a chassis — the package includes only the board and I/O shield.

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