MSI
MSI Z270 GAMING M7 Intel motherboard
ATX motherboard with Intel Z270 chipset, LGA 1151 socket, 64 GB DDR4 memory support, three PCIe 3.0 x16 slots, six SATA III ports, dual Realtek ALC1220 audio for 7.1 sound.
- CPU Socket TypeLGA 1151
- CPU TypeSupports 7th/6th generation Intel Core ™ i3/i5/i7 processors
- ChipsetIntel Z270
- Memory StandardSupport dual-channel DDR4 4000 (OC)/3800 (OC)/3600 (OC)/3200
- Maximum Memory Supported64GB
- PCI Slots3 PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (supports x16/x0/x0, x8/x8/x0, x8/x4/x4
- Supports 7th/6th gen Intel Core i3/i5/i7 on LGA 1151 socket
- Dual-channel DDR4 up to 4000 MHz OC with 64GB maximum capacity
- Three PCIe 3.0 x16 slots in x16/x8/x4 multi-GPU configurations
- Dual Realtek ALC1220 codecs deliver 7.1 channel high-definition audio
- Killer E2500 Gigabit LAN plus USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C at 10Gbps
LGA 1151 Z270 ATX motherboard
The MSI Z270 GAMING M7 is an ATX board built around the Intel Z270 chipset for LGA 1151 processors. It supports 6th and 7th generation Intel Core i3, i5 and i7 CPUs alongside Pentium and Celeron models. Four DDR4 slots accept up to 64 GB of memory with speeds from 2133 MHz to 4000 MHz when overclocked.
Builders needing multi-GPU flexibility
Three PCIe 3.0 x16 slots operate in x16/x0/x0, x8/x8/x0 or x8/x4/x4 configurations for multi-graphics setups, while three PCIe 3.0 x1 slots add extra expansion. Dual Realtek ALC1220 audio and a Killer E2500 Gigabit LAN serve gamers and streamers. Two USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C ports and a Type-A port deliver 10 Gbps throughput. Builders who need a smaller form factor or newer CPU generations should consider other platforms.
Verify CPU generation.
Confirm your processor is a 6th or 7th generation LGA 1151 model before ordering. Check that your chassis accommodates a full-size ATX board and that your CPU cooler clears the VRM heatsinks. Ensure the power supply provides an 8-pin EPS connector for the board's CPU power phase design. Match memory kits to the qualified DDR4 speeds listed for stable operation.
Highlights
- Supports 7th/6th gen Intel Core i3/i5/i7 on LGA 1151 socket
- Dual-channel DDR4 up to 4000 MHz OC with 64GB maximum capacity
- Three PCIe 3.0 x16 slots in x16/x8/x4 multi-GPU configurations
- Dual Realtek ALC1220 codecs deliver 7.1 channel high-definition audio
- Killer E2500 Gigabit LAN plus USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C at 10Gbps
Specifications
| Brand | MSI |
|---|---|
| Series | MSI Z270 GAMING M7 |
| Model | MSI Z270 GAMING M7 |
| CPU Socket Type | LGA 1151 |
| CPU Type | Supports 7th/6th generation Intel Core ™ i3/i5/i7 processors with LGA 1151, and Intel Pentium and Celeron processors |
| Chipset | Intel Z270 |
| Memory Standard | Support dual-channel DDR4 4000 (OC)/3800 (OC)/3600 (OC)/3200 (OC)/3000 (OC)/2800 (OC)/2600 (OC)/2400/2133MHz memory |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 64GB |
| PCI Slots | 3 PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (supports x16/x0/x0, x8/x8/x0, x8/x4/x4 modes) 3 PCIe 3.0 x1 slots |
| SATA RAID | 3XM.2 interface, 6xSATA III interface |
| Audio Chipset | Dual Realtek ALC1220 Decoding Chip - 7.1 channel high-quality sound effects |
| LAN Chipset | 1 Killer ™ E2500 Gigabit network interface card |
| Onboard USB | ASMedia ASM2142 Chipset - 2 USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-C ports (1 port on the backplane, 1 port provided via the onboard USB port) - 1 USB 3.1 Gen2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) Type-A interface located on the backplane Intel Z270 chipset - 6 USB 3.1 Gen1 (SuperSpeed USB) ports (2 Type-A ports on the backplane, 4 ports provided via onboard USB ports) - 7 USB 2.0 (High-speed USB) ports (3 Type-A ports on the backplane, 4 ports provided via onboard USB ports) |
Questions about this item
What CPU socket must my processor have to fit this board?
The board uses the LGA 1151 socket and supports 7th and 6th generation Intel Core i3, i5, i7, Pentium and Celeron processors.
Can I run my existing DDR4 DIMMs at their rated speed on this motherboard?
The memory standard lists dual-channel DDR4 from 2133 MHz up to 4000 MHz overclocked, so compatible DDR4 modules will work within that range.
How do I confirm the Killer E2500 LAN is active after building the system?
Install the Killer Network Manager software; the utility will show the E2500 controller, link speed and traffic prioritisation once the driver loads.
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