MSI MPG Intel Z490 GAMING PLUS ATX Motherboard
MSI MPG Z490 GAMING PLUS, Intel Z490, S 1200, DDR4, SATA3, 2x M.2, CrossFire, 2.5GbE, USB 3.2 Gen2, ATX
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MPG Z490 Gaming PLUS 10th Generation Intel ATX Motherboard from MSI

Game in Style Introducing the all new MPG Z490 Gaming PLUS Motherboard from MSI. The MPG series brings out the best in gamers by allowing full expression in color with advanced RGB lighting control and synchronization. Experiment with another level of personalization with a front LED strip that provides convenient in-game and real time notifications. With the MPG series, transform your equipment into the center of attention and top leaderboards in style.
Intel Z490Chipset
LGA 1200CPU Socket
ATXForm Factor
Special Features of the Z490 Gaming Plus


Core Boost TechnologyCombining 8+4 pin power connectors and premium layout design, that is ready for unleashing the maximum performance.

Digital
PWMHighest quality component digital power IC makes sure your system runs smoothly under the most extreme conditions.

6 layer
PCB6 layer PCB provides higher performance and long-lasting system stability without any compromise.

PCIe
Steel ArmorProtecting VGA cards against bending and EMI for better performance, stability and strength.
Next Generation Connectivity with MSI


Turbo USBFeaturing the TURBO USB 3.2 GEN 2 10Gbps, with reversible Type-C connector.

2.5G Network SolutionFeaturing premium 2.5G LAN with LAN manager delivers better network experience.

DDR4 BoostThe Fully isolated DIMM slots to deliver pure data signals for the best gaming and overclocking performance.

Turbo M.2With 2 x M.2 slots . Running at PCI-E Gen3 x4 maximizes performance for NVMe based SSDs.
Unbelievable Power Solution

Time to Get Aggressive Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built with a total of 12 digital CPU power phases. Combining 8 + 4-pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology, MAG series motherboards are ready to sustain massive demand.
1 PhaseGT Power
8+4 PinCPU Power Connectors
1 PhaseSA Power
12 PhasesCPU Power
Digital PWM IC
Protect your Sensitive Components During Installation and Beyond

Extended Heatsink and Pre-installed IO ShieldThe MSI MPG Gaming Plus features a pre-installed I/O shield to make installing your motherboard simpler and safer and also protects your I/O ports from electrostatic discharge damage and with an all-metal extended heatsink to enlarge the surface area you can also expect more efficient heat dissipation allowing your new 10th Gen Intel CPU to perform as it should.
Experience Core Boost

faster and undistorted current deliveryCore Boost technology combines MSI’s premium layout and full digital power design which allows for faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU at pin-point precision. Not only supporting multi-core CPU, also creating the perfect conditions for your CPU. MSI Z490 motherboards are optimized to maximise the performance on the 10th Gen Intel ® Core™ processors. Choose MSI and unleash the full potential of your system through optimized PCB and power delivery design with load line calibration.
Unmatched Memory Performance

Advanced performance with DDR4 BOOST MSI motherboards are crammed with features to fuel your system's memory with more speed, higher overclockability and increased stability. The technical enhancements of DDR4 Boost allow for more stability at higher memory speeds compared to other brands. Enjoy the additional boost in operational performance or when working with large video and photography files. MSI conducts thorough memory testing with the most popular memory brands under extreme conditions to ensure your system runs stable no matter what.
Protecting your PCIe Slots

FORTIFY YOUR SYSTEM WITH PCI-E STEEL ARMOR The MSI MPG Z490 Gaming Plus supports multiple GPU solutions and also features optimal PCI-Express slot placement allows for better fitting and airflow. That way, you can enjoy the best graphics at the highest framerate when utilising an AMD® CrossFire™ setup. Steel Armor has more solder points on the PCB for more strength and protects the PCI-Express signals against electromagnetic interference for a stutter-free user experience.
Overclock Your System in One Second!

MSI Game Boost Need more power from your CPU and memory to get more FPS? MSI Game Boost enables one-second overclocking, giving you the performance boost you need. Simply turn the dial or use the Gaming App and your PC gets another adrenalin shot!
Professional Gaming Audio

Amplify your game with Audio Boost MSI Audio Boost delivers the highest sound quality through the use of premium quality audio components. This lets you enjoy breathtaking, game-changing sound to create the most dynamic soundscapes dedicated to giving gamers true Hi-Fi sound offering a clear advantage over your opponents when gaming. Audio Boost offers a HD audio processor, dedicated amplifier and high quality audio capacitors, all physically isolated from the rest of the motherboard circuitry to ensure the purest audio signal to locate enemies with pin-point accuracy.