Posted on Tuesday, October 09 2018 @ 12:06 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck
MSI also reveals a couple of Z390 based motherboards for Intel's upcoming 9th Gen Core processors. The flagship is the MEG Z390 GODLIKE, but the firm also has the MEG Z390 ACE, MPG Z390 GAMING PRO CARBON AC, MPG Z390 GAMING EDGE AC, MAG Z390 TOMAHAWK, and some other boards.
MSI, a world leader in motherboard design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the availability of new motherboards with the Intel Z390 chipset alongside the launch of 9th Generation Intel® Core™ Processors. Beginning this generation, MSI motherboards will follow revamped naming rules that align products with feature segments. Overclockers, gamers, content creators, and professionals can now more easily make the perfect choice from the MEG, MPG or MAG series as well as the existing PRO Series.
MEG Series motherboards go beyond hardcore gaming with designs built for tremendous scalability, extreme overclocking, and maximum performance. This new category name succeeds the past MSI Enthusiast GAMING classification. Untold power can be obtained from two Z390 motherboards in the MEG series – GODLIKE and ACE.
ONE BOARD TO RULE THEM ALL: MEG Z390 GODLIKE?
MEG Z390 GODLIKE continues a legacy of legendary MSI flagship design, capable of delivering excessive performance with precision controls. Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built with a total of 18 digital power phases, dual power connectors, and MSI Core Boost technology. The leader of MSI's Z390 motherboard stack, MEG Z390 GODLIKE is loaded with a number of exclusive features.
Dynamic Dashboard is a built-in OLED panel that can display a readout of the status of GODLIKE and supports additional creative user customization. Mystic Light Infinity brings together colorful lighting and an infinity mirror for a deceptively deep aesthetic. Extend your network, prioritize internet traffic, and enjoy uninterrupted online gameplay with Killer xTend, featuring two Killer E2500 Ethernet LAN connectors and a Killer 1550 Wi-Fi AC adapter. Elevate your listening experience with Xtreme Audio DAC, a rich onboard audio platform built with a pair of dedicated ALC1220 Hi-Fi audio processors, an ESS AUDIO DAC with dedicated ESS Amplifier, WIMA audio capacitors, a 6.35mm headphone out, all shielded on a completely isolated PCB design. Scale your storage with the included M.2 XPANDER-Z accessory card and add up to five high-speed M.2 SSDs. Record any gameplay with the MSI Streaming Boost capture card and become a streaming pro.
ACE YOUR ENEMY: MEG Z390 ACE
Win any competition with MEG Z390 ACE. Dazzle with Mystic Light Infinity – push millions of colors and 29 LED effects to endlessness with an innovative infinity mirror lighting design. Set new records with Core Boost, power delivery optimizations by MSI that ensure both adequate and stable power delivery. Push processor performance further with Game Boost's preset overclocking profiles.
Speed up storage transfer with Triple M.2, and prevent thermal throttling with M.2 SHIELD FROZR. Hear your opponents before you see them with Audio Boost HD, powered by a dedicated audio processor and an ESS Audio DAC, and enhanced with Nahimic3 and Voice Boost. Accelerate your connectivity with Intel Turbo USB 3.1 with Type-C, Killer Gigabit Ethernet LAN, and Intel Wi-Fi.
MPG series motherboards, shortened from MSI Performance GAMING, are loaded for high-performance gaming with slick looks to match. Three striking Z390 motherboards make their debut in the MPG series – GAMING PRO CARBON, GAMING EDGE, and GAMING PLUS.
PERFORM IN STYLE: MPG Z390 GAMING PRO CARBON AC
Inspired by supercars, the latest CARBON iteration from MSI is more astonishing than ever. The new MPG Z390 GAMING PRO CARBON AC has been updated with a distinctive look and feel and continues a tradition of colorful customization with MSI Mystic Light RGB. Sustain high-speed performance with extended heatsinks and M.2 SHIELD FROZR. Connect to a Wi-Fi network out of the box with integrated Intel wireless-AC and enjoy download speeds up to 1.73 Gbps. Turn any audio experience into an immerse one with Audio Boost 4, Nahimic 3, and Voice Boost.
PERFECT BALANCE: MPG Z390 GAMING EDGE AC
Stay sharp with the MPG Z390 GAMING EDGE series, a motherboard suite comprising of ATX, micro-ATX, and mini-ITX designs. Extended heatsinks, Intel LAN and Intel Wi-Fi, Twin Turbo M.2, USB Type-C, and Audio Boost 4 enable flexible, yet powerful usage in any system.
MAG series motherboards are focused on functionality and durability. Descended from MSI Arsenal GAMING, these motherboards take their likeliness from rugged military equipment and are ready for battle.
READY TO DOMINATE: MAG Z390 TOMAHAWK
Relentlessly pursue and outlast any enemy with MAG Z390 TOMAHAWK. This robust motherboard features extended heatsinks, integrated I/O covers and panel, M.2 SHIELD FROZR, Core Boost, and Dual LAN for reliable sustained system performance.
PRO Series motherboards combine stable functionality and high quality assembly for clever business solutions. Designed to satisfy any professional workflow, PRO Series motherboards make life easier for businesses and office use.
MSI Z390 MOTHERBOARDS:
MEG Z390 GODLIKE MEG Z390 ACE
MPG Z390 GAMING PRO CARBON AC
MPG Z390 GAMING PRO CARBON
MPG Z390 GAMING EDGE AC
MPG Z390M GAMING EDGE AC
MPG Z390I GAMING EDGE AC
MAG Z390 TOMAHAWK
MAG Z390M MORTAR
Z390-A PRO
