SeekerMSI MEG Z590 Ace
Priced at $499, the MEG Z590 Ace is a premium option for Intel’s new platform. But with four M.2 sockets, Wi-Fi 6E, robust power delivery, plus premium audio and styling, it delivers on the feature front. Just be aware when running AVX-512 loads with the power limits unlocked temperatures skyrocket.
-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware
Product details
- Supports 11th and 10th Gen Intel Core/Pentium/Celeron processors for LGA 1200 Socket
- Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 5600(OC) MHz
- Quadruple M.2 Connectors: Onboard 4x M.2 connectors for the maximum storage performance with one Lightning Gen 4 solution. Shield Frozr design keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling, making them run faster
- Extreme Power Design: INTERSIL digital PWM, 16+2+1 phases with 90A Smart Power Stage, dual CPU power connectors and exclusive Mirrored Power Arrangement to unleash the true power of your processors
- Outstanding Cooling Solution: Aluminum Cover, VRM Heat-pipe, 7W/mK thermal pads, M.2 Shield Frozr and Aluminum Backplate ensure the extreme performance with low temp
PROS
+ + Robust 16-phase 90A VRM
+ + Four M.2 sockets
+ + Premium Audio Solution
+ + 2.5 GbE / Wi-Fi 6E
CONS
- Premium price
- Can’t run AVX-512 at stock
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Expert reviews and ratings
By Tom's Hardware on March 30, 2021
Priced at $499, the MEG Z590 Ace is a premium option for Intel’s new platform. But with four M.2 sockets, Wi-Fi 6E, robust power delivery, plus premium audio and styling, it delivers on the feature front. Just be aware when running AVX-512 loads with the power limits unlocked temperatures skyrocket.
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By PCMag on May 12, 2021
MSI's MEG Z590 Ace motherboard for Intel "Rocket Lake" CPUs is a marked improvement over its Z490 predecessor, but with an extra $100 tacked onto the price, its stability comes at a cost.
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