Dragon Soul Realization MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI Unboxing Test / 19+1+1 items SPS 105A power supply

The MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI in this unboxing test has not yet arrived in Taiwan. CARBON is part of MSI's premium MPG series, and was a top 3 model until the Z790 UNIFY came out. The Z790 CARBON WIFI has a 19+1+1 105A power supply, supports the latest 128GB DDR5+ (OC) Mhz DDR5 memory installation, PCIe 5.0 x16 graphics card slots, and a total of five M.2 SSD expansion positions. The Z790 CARBON WIFI features 19+1+1 105A power supplies, support for the latest 128GB DDR5 DDR5, 7600+(OC) Mhz DDR5 memory installations, PCIe 5.0 x16 slots, and a total of five M.2 SSD expansion slots.

MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI Specification:
Size: ATX 30.5 x 24.4cm
Processor Support: Intel 12th / 13th Core i9/ i7/ i5/ i3, Pentium, Celeron
Processor Footprint: LGA 1700
CPU power supply phase: 19+1+1 105A
Chipset: Intel Z790
Memory: 4x DDR5 DIMMs, max capacity 128GB, DDR5-7600+(OC) MHz
Memory Certification: XMP
Display output: HDMI 2.1
Expansion slots: PCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 3.0 x1, PCIe 4.0 x4
Storage Slots: 6x SATA III (6Gb/s), M.2_1 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4, M.2_2 22110 PCIe 5.0 x4, M.2_3 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4, M.2_4 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4, M.2_5 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 /SATA SSD.
Network: 2.5GbE LAN
Wireless: 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E, BT 5.3
Sound: Realtek ALC4080 7.1 Channel
USB Ports (Front Expansion): 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (supports two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on front), 2x USB 2.0 (supports four USB 2.0 ports on front)
USB Ports (Rear I/O): 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C, 6x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
RGB: 2x ARGB 5v-3pin, 1x RGB 12v-4pin
FAN: 1x 4-Pin CPU Fan, 1x 4-Pin PUMP FAN, 5x 4-Pin System FAN

MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI Enclosure

MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI is a high-end model that not only supports the latest DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, M.2 SSD PCIe 5.0 x4 mounting, wireless Wi-Fi 6E, rear USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 20Gbps Type-C expansion, but also comes with 19+1+1 VRMs. With 19+1+1 VRM power supplies and direct-contact heatpipe coolers, there is plenty of expandability and power supply materials to meet the needs of e-sports gamers and professional workers, and there is also plenty of room for extreme overclocking and other performance.

∆ Outer box packaging.

∆ Product features, basic specifications, and graphical rear I/O labels are printed on the back of the box.

 

The Z790 CARBON WIFI is a mainstream ATX size (30.5 x 24.4cm), and the cooling armor is slightly different from the previous generation Z690 CARBON, switching from pixel tech to linear dark tech, with matte-black cooling armor on the processor power supply, the Z790 PCH chipset, and all M.2 SSD slots. This ensures that the power supply and other chip-related components are not exposed to excessive temperatures during high-load operation, which can affect their performance and lifespan.

The exterior design of the ∆ Z790 CARBON WIFI has been changed.

It's a shame that there is no reinforced armor on the back of the ∆ motherboard, as the PCB tends to stick to your hands when you touch it.

 

With the launch of the 13th generation processors, various brands have also updated their motherboards with the Z790 chipset, and the Z790 motherboards also support Intel's LGA 1700 processors. Both the Z690 and Z790 motherboards are compatible with Intel's 12th and 13th generation processors, so it is up to you to buy whichever motherboard meets your needs. Therefore, you can buy whichever motherboard meets your needs without prioritizing which chipset to recommend.

Direct-contact heat pipe heat sinks with 7W/mK MOSFET cooling pads are installed next to the ∆ LGA 1700 processor mounting block.

The ∆ motherboard comes with a native onboard lighting block, and the rear I/O cover has a faith-based RGB dragon pattern.

 

Let's take a look at the Z790 CARBON WIFI expansion slots, which are 8+8 Pin processor ATX_12V power supply slots in the upper left corner of the motherboard.

Dual 8-Pin power supply slots for ∆ processors.

 

Two 4-Pin fan slots, CPU_FAN on the left and PUMP_FAN on the right, are configured above the memory slots in the upper right corner of the motherboard. PUMP_FAN supports up to 3 Amp output and is compatible with all-in-one water-cooling headers, pumps, and other devices in addition to fan mounting.

∆ CPU_FAN, PUMP_FAN power supply slots are available in the upper right corner.

 

The Z790 CARBON WIFI is equipped with four dual-slot DDR5 memory slots that support the latest non-ECC DDR5 DIMM memory, which can be expanded up to a maximum of 32GB total 128GB of memory in a single slot, and the Z790 supports a higher memory overclocking frequency compared to the Z690, from 6666+ (OC) MHz to 7600+ (OC) MHz. MHz.

Currently, the mainstream will purchase a dual-channel memory kit, and it is recommended to prioritize the installation in slots A2 and B2 (the second and fourth slots counting from the left), so that the memory can operate at a higher frequency by installing the two memories in these two positions. In addition, the Z790 CARBON WIFI supports Intel XMP memory certification, and gamers can easily perform one-key overclocking of the memories by turning on XMP 3.0. The Z790 CARBON WIFI supports Intel XMP memory certification.

∆ Quad-slot dual-sided snap-in DDR5 DIMM memory slots, expandable up to 128GB.

 

 

The motherboard has a two-digit LED code table on the right, two SYS_FAN chassis fan slots, EZ Debug LED, a 5V 3-Pin ARGB, motherboard 24-Pin power supply slot, a front USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (20Gb/s) slot, a USB 3.2 Gen1 slot (supports two front USB 3.2 Gen1 ports), and six SATA III 6Gb/s. USB 3.2 Gen1 slot (supports two front USB 3.2 Gen1 mounting ports), six SATA III 6Gb/s.

The right side of the ∆ has a two-digit LED code table, two SYS_FAN chassis fan slots, the EZ Debug LED, and a 5V 3-Pin ARGB slot.

In addition to clearly displaying error codes to aid in debugging, the ∆ 2-digit LED code table also displays the processor temperature for monitoring.

∆ One front USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (20Gb/s) slot, one USB 3.2 Gen1 slot (supports two front USB 3.2 Gen1 mounting ports), six SATA III 6Gb/s.

 

Below the motherboard, from right to left, are the system front panel slots, TPM security module slot, RGB physical switch, three System Fan slots, two USB 2.0, JDASH1 overclocking utility slot, JTBT1 Thunderbolt expansion card slot, one 5V 3-Pin ARGB, and one 12V 4-Pin RGB, HD_AUDIO audio slot.

∆ System Front Panel Slot, TPM Security Module Slot, RGB Physical Switch, Three System Fan Chassis Fan Slots, Two USB 2.0.

∆ JDASH1 slot for overclocking tools, JTBT1 slot for Thunderbolt expansion cards, one 5V 3-Pin ARGB, one 12V 4-Pin RGB, HD_AUDIO audio slot.

 

PCIe slots are available in PCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 3.0 x1, and PCIe 4.0 x4. The first PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, which is the most commonly used for installing graphics cards, is the only PCIe slot with a bandwidth of up to 128 GB/s via a direct CPU connection, and it also adopts Surface Mount Technology to reduce noise interference and electrical noise, and is physically strengthened through soldering points to increase the support of the slot and extend its lifespan. In addition to being the only PCIe slot with up to 128GB/s of bandwidth via a direct CPU connection, it also utilizes SMT (Surface Mount Technology) to reduce noise and electrical noise while physically reinforcing the solder joints to increase the slot's support and prolong its lifespan.

∆The three PCIe slots are PCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 3.0 x1, and PCIe 4.0 x4.

 

The Z790 CARBON WIFI board has a total of five M.2 SSD mounting bays, the first and second M.2 SSD mounting bays are through the processor's direct channel, the first M.2_1 supports 2280/2260 size PCIe 4.0 x4 NVME SSDs, while the second M.2_2 supports 22110/2280/2260 size PCIe 5.0 x4 NVME SSDs. The second M.2_2 supports 22110/2280/2260 size PCIe 5.0 x4 NVME SSDs, if you want to expand PCIe 5.0 x4 NVME SSDs in the future, please remember to install the second M.2_2 in order to get the full bandwidth.

The next three M.2 SSD mounts are via the Z790 chipset channel, with M.2_3 and M.2_4 supporting PCIe 4.0 x4 NVME SSDs in the 2280/2260 size, and the final M.2_5 supporting PCIe 4.0 x4 NVME/SATA SSDs in the 2280/2260 size.

The first M.2_1 heat sink on the top adopts the SCREWLESS M.2 mounting design, which can be quickly removed by pressing the switch on the left side, and each M.2 SSD mounting position is equipped with MSI's unique EZ M.2 snap-on clips, which can be used to secure the M.2 SSDs more quickly without screws.

∆Total five M.2 SSD expansion bays with thermal pads on top and bottom and double-sided heat sinks to help dissipate heat.

∆ SSD thermal armor at a glance.

∆ Small anti-fall screws for thermal armor.

 

2 10Gbps (Type-C), USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 20Gbps (Type-C), Wi-Fi 6E/BT 5.3, Optical S/PDIF Out, Sound Interface.

The Z790 CARBON WIFI has a sufficient rear I/O interface, which provides not only Clear CMOS for overclocking, but also Flash BIOS for quick BIOS update, and Smart Function key can be set in BIOS to reboot/LED control/safe boot/full fan speed, and other convenient functions.

One of the USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports is marked with a white box. To use the Flash BIOS function, you need to insert a USB flash drive with the BIOS file into this slot to update the BIOS.

∆ Rear I/O interface at a glance.

∆ When using the Flash BIOS function, insert a USB flash drive into the slot labeled Flash BIOS in the white box to update the BIOS.

The ∆ accessory offers a magnetic WiFi antenna, drive USB, two M.2 SSD quick release brass posts, 12V RGB bisect cable, and JARGB extension cable.

∆ 45° non-adjustable angle MSI WiFi antenna kit with magnetic fixing base.

 

 

 MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI BIOS Features Menu

 

 

After the motherboard has passed the self-check procedure, press the Del button to enter the BIOS EZ Mode function menu. In the UEFI BIOS EZ Mode, you can see the motherboard's basic function setup options, such as boot up HDD sequence, hardware information and temperature monitoring, memory XMP one-click overclocking function, CPU GAME BOOST, fan curve, M-Flash BIOS update function and so on. BIOS update function and so on.

∆ EZ Mode Simple Mode BIOS, the upper left corner can quickly open the CPU GAME BOOST and memory XMP function.

The ∆ Memory column shows the basic memory information, with three sets of XMP Profile information built in.

∆ SATA channel device at a glance.

∆ Fan curve setting.

 

For more detailed settings, press F7 in EZ Mode to enter Advanced Mode, which allows you to adjust voltage, frequency, or various parameters.

∆ Press F7 to enter Advanced mode, and you can also see the basic hardware information on the top.

∆ SETTINGS Settings page.

The Re-Size BAR function can be turned on in ∆ SETTINGS/Advanced/ PCIe, and is enabled by default.

∆ Thunderbolt settings in SETTINGS/Advanced.

The ∆OC overclocking page is where the overclocking-related settings for processor and memory are located.

∆ Voltage setting related.

The ∆ OC Profile page allows you to save overclocking profiles.

∆ The fan curve setting for each slot.

∆ NVME SSD self-test function.

 

 MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI Motherboard Performance Testing

 

For this motherboard performance test, the MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI was paired with a 24-core, 32-thread Intel i9-13900K processor with 8 P-Cores and 16 E-Cores, and a Kingston FURY Renegade RGB 6000mt/s 16GBx2 dual-channel memory kit was used to set up the test platform. The test platform was built using a Kingston FURY Renegade RGB 6000mt/s 16GBx2 dual-channel memory kit. During the test, the motherboard was used in its default mode except for XMP 3.0 and CPU GAME BOOST.

Testing Platform
Processor: Intel Core i9-13900K
Cooler: 360mm AIO
Motherboard: MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI
Memory: Kingston FURY Renegade RGB 6000mt/s 16GBx2
Display Card: MSI GTX 1070 Quick Silver 8G OC
Power : Montech Century 850W Gold
Hard Drive : Micron Crucial P3 Plus 1TB Gen4 NVMe SSD
Operating System: Windows 11 Home Edition 21H2

 

First of all, CPU-Z will check the hardware information of this test platform. The processor Intel Core i9-13900K is a Raptor Lake Intel-7 10nm processor with 8 P-Core+16 E-Core cores totaling 24 cores and 32 threads, and the motherboard BIOS has been updated to the 7D89v12 version, and the memory is DDR5-6000 MHz dual-channel with a total of 32GB. DDR5-6000 MHz dual-channel memory totaling 32GB was used, and the CPU-Z built-in test scored 941.2 points for single-threaded CPUs and 17285.5 points for multi-threaded CPUs.

In the ∆CPU-Z built-in test, the CPU scored 941.2 points for single-threaded and 17285.5 points for multi-threaded.

 

CINEBENCH R20 and R23 are commonly used to evaluate the 3D rendering and graphics performance of the processor itself, and were developed by MAXON based on Cinema 4D.

The Intel i9-13900K scored 15612pts multi-core and 885pts single-core in Release 20, and 40867pts multi-core and 2312pts single-core in the newer R23 version.

∆ CINEBENCH Release 20.

∆ CINEBENCH R23.

 

The AIDA64 Memory and Cache tests were conducted using DDR5 6000Mhz 16Gx2 dual-channel memory with the XMP profile open and read speeds of 95688 MB/s, write speeds of 83,342 MB/s, copy speeds of 86,370 MB/s, and a latency of 70.1ns.

∆ AIDA64 memory and cache test.

 

3D Mark CPU Profile This test measures the performance of MAX, 16, 8, 4, 2 and 1 threads respectively, while the performance of 16 threads and above is more for 3D rendering or professional audio/video work. The performance of mainstream DX12 games can mostly refer to the score of 8 threads, while the scores of 4 and 2 threads are related to the old games developed with DX9. The 4 and 2 thread scores are related to older games developed with DX9.

The i9-13900K scored 17,382 points for maximum threads, while mainstream gamers need to be aware of the 8 and 4 threads, which scored 9,106 and 4,794 points respectively.

∆ 3D Mark CPU Profile.

 

In addition, the author also used 3D Mark Fire Strike and 3D Mark Time Spy, which are commonly used for gaming performance simulation tests, with a GTX1070 graphics card to conduct the test. In Fire Strike, which simulates DX11 contextual gaming simulation tests with 1080p image quality, the author obtained a physical score of 59,317, while in Time Spy, which simulates DX12 contextual gaming simulation tests with 1440p image quality, the author obtained a CPU score of 24,047. In Time Spy, which simulates DX12 contextual gaming, it scored a CPU score of 24047.

∆ 3D Mark Fire Strike.

∆ 3D Mark Time Spy.

 

CrossMark has a total of 25 items, including productivity, creative content work, system responsiveness and other work simulation load test, the following three scores have different scoring standards and use of the context, Productivity (Productivity) includes document editing, spreadsheets, web browsing, the second Creativity (Creativity) includes photo editing, photo organizing, video editing, and the last Responsiveness (Responsiveness) has to open the file, file response speed, multi-processing and other contexts. Productivity includes document editing, spreadsheets, and web browsing; Creativity includes photo editing, photo organizing, and video editing; and Responsiveness includes file opening, document response speed, and multiprocessing.

In this CrossMark test, it scored 2720 total, 2491 productivity, 2976 creativity, and 2702 reaction.

∆ CrossMark Everyday Use Scene Test Program.

 

After more than an hour of various score testing software, MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI bare test platform without additional direct fan blowing, the highest temperature of MOS is 47.5°C and Z790 PCH is 51°C. Z790 CARBON WIFI's 19+1+1-phase power supply and heat dissipation armor is more than enough to be used with i9-13900K without additional overclocking settings. The Z790 CARBON WIFI's 19+1+1-phase power and cooling armor is more than enough for the i9-13900K without additional overclocking settings.

∆ During the above series of test software scores, HWiNFO 64 was used to record both MOS and PCH temperatures, with a maximum temperature of only 47.5°C/51°C. The maximum temperature of the MOS and PCH was only 47.5°C/51°C. The maximum temperature of the MOS and PCH was only 47.5°C/51°C.

MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI Summary

This time I just have this opportunity to get the Z790 CARBON WIFI for free, which is not yet available in Taiwan. No matter in the expansion slot or power supply material, it can satisfy the high-end gamers or professional workers, and it adopts the 19+1+1-phase power supply to have quite a good performance in overclocking, for more information, please refer to the previous post. 2022 Intel Core i9-13900K Overclocking Battle First Competition Tips。

If we refer to the previous generation's pricing, we can deduce that the price of Z790 CARBON WIFI should be around 13000~13500 when it comes to the market in the future, so let's wait for more information when it comes to the official launch!