MSI MAG Z790 Tomahawk MAX WiFi Gaming Motherboard (Supports 12th/13th/14th Gen Intel Processors, LGA 1700, DDR5, PCIe 5.0, M.2, SATA 6G, 2.5Gbps LAN, USB 3.2 Gen2, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, ATX)

The MSI MAG Z790 Tomahawk MAX exceeded my expectations. Installation was straightforward and everything fit perfectly. It delivers solid and stable performance, making it ideal for getting the most out of the latest Intel processors. It features an excellent cooling system and strong power phases that ensure stability even during long, intensive gaming or workload sessions. Connectivity is top-notch as well, with multiple M.2 slots, high-speed USB ports, 2.5G LAN, and support for high-performance DDR5 memory. The design is another strong point – premium finishes with a sleek, minimalist look. You can tell it’s built to last and designed for enthusiasts who want both performance and quality. In short, this is a reliable, powerful motherboard with all the features needed to build a high-end PC. Highly recommended!

For the record, I am reviewing the: MSI MAG Z790 Tomahawk MAX WiFi Gaming Motherboard (Supports 12th/13th/14th Gen Intel Processors, LGA 1700, DDR5, PCIe 5.0, M.2, SATA 6G, 2.5Gbps LAN, USB 3.2 Gen2, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, ATX) I purchased this motherboard because I like the MSI products, they are very sturdy, well made and high quality. This time I needed a board that could handle graphics rendering and give me enough expandability to provide me with everything I needed to put into it. My last motherboard was an MSI Z87 Xpower which was an XL-ATX board and had tons of expandability. This board has everything I needed and more. There are a few things you should know. First, MSI has excellent customer support. I had a problem with my install, called them and they worked the problem with me and we were able to get my board up and running quickly. I called MSI because as soon as I powered up, the board gave me a bunch of LED post error codes and then it powered off and them back on. I thought that meant that there was a serious problem. I was wrong and that was a normal part of the initializing of the board. Also, the only LED post error code light that matters, if there is one, is the one that stays lit. They all flash but that does not mean that there is a problem. I love the arrangement of the ports and connections on this board, they really took into consideration how the board fits into the cases that are available and cable management was a breeze. I have only installed 64 GB of ram on the board, and have two spots left for expansion to 128 if I ever need it. What I love about MSI is that they have a comparability section on their website that tells you what is compatible and that includes everything from CPUs, to memory, video cards, and more. That way you can look before you buy, and if you have something that may work, you can call them and they will check their newest information and will tell you if it will or not. I did that with my NVMe SSDs as they were not listed but they said they would work without any problems, and they do. I also love the BIOS on the MSI motherboards. They are easy to navigate, understand and use. Plus MSI gives you software designed to overclock their systems safely. I have not gone there yet, but as soon as I replace my CPU cooler I am going to push this board just a little bit. For the money, this board is an excellent choice. Installation was easy, with one exception. One of the "Frozers" has a screw that was stuck. I am not sure if they used some sort of lock-tight or other agent, but that one held and the standoff unscrewed from the board. It was not a problem as I was able to screw it back in, it was just an inconvenience. I did have to purchase and install the MSI TPM module at an additional cost in order to run Windows 11. I do think they should provide that with the board as part of it if you want that installed. I did have to buy an expansion card to expand my USB ports for front panel expansion bay, and connected it to the USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Connector. But that is only because I use a lot of thumb drives at the same time. They give you just enough stuff extra so that you can get started right away. I am really happy with this purchase and expect it will last at least another 12 years. I do HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOARD, especially because of their excellent customer service. But do yourself a favor always pay for the Amazon accidental damage coverage when buying a motherboard. For the $44 or whatever it was, it is worth it if you damage the board while installing it. It does happen, even to me, and I have installed many.

What I Love: My favorite aspect of the MSI MAG Z790 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI is its robust feature set and exceptional performance. The powerful VRM ensures stable power delivery to my high-end processor, while the ample storage options and lightning-fast Wi-Fi 7 connectivity provide unparalleled expandability and connectivity. The board's sleek design and RGB lighting add a touch of style to my build. Why I Chose It: I chose this motherboard because I wanted a high-performance foundation for my dream gaming rig. The Z790 chipset offers excellent overclocking capabilities and compatibility with the latest Intel processors. MSI's reputation for quality and innovation solidified my decision. Does it Meet My Needs? Absolutely! The Z790 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI has exceeded my expectations in every way. It provides the performance, features, and reliability I need for a powerful and future-proof gaming system. Strengths and Weaknesses: Strengths: Powerful VRM for overclocking Ample storage options Ultra-fast Wi-Fi 7 connectivity Sleek design and RGB lighting Excellent build quality Weaknesses: The black and green color scheme may not appeal to everyone. Overall, I'm thrilled with the MSI MAG Z790 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI. It's an exceptional motherboard with outstanding performance, versatility, and style. If you want to build a high-end gaming PC and like the aesthetic, I highly recommend this board.

La placa base es genial en realidad, me encantó, solo tiene un pequeño detalle que ya ha sido comentado por anteriores compradores, y es que de inicio no cuenta con los controladores para la tarjeta de red. Realicé una instalación nueva de Windows 11 y no se podía avanzar porque no había conexión a internet, ni por WiFi ni por Ethernet. Tuve que realizar la instalación desactivando el acceso a internet, lo que no es transparente en Windows (eso también es una crítica a Microsoft), en fin, que hay que batallar si vas a instalar Windows, pero una vez superado el punto, es magnífica la motherboard.

la Z790 Tomahawk Max WiFi es una placa madre que cumple con las expectativas de tener una buena alimentación para OC, proporcionando estabilidad operativa y rendimiento constante. Su diseño y características la convierten en una inversión segura para aquellos planean tener sus equipos por un largo periodo.

Es una de las placas mas balanceadas, En mi caso la compre para una estación de trabajo acompañada con un I9 14900K y funciona perfectamente bien, aun con overclock a 5.2 GHz

Couldn't make the WIFI work on both Windows and Linux. In Windows, it at least worked for a day but WIFI stopped working after 1st day. Tried to re install the drivers and windows didn't recognized the driver downloaded from MSI website.

No veo ningún defecto en la placa ,su diseño es bastante bueno ,se siente muy resistentes y la actualización del BIOS es facil