MSI has just unveiled a trio of gloriously high-end X299 motherboards which will be feature ready for the Intel Core X series processors. The high-end motherboards include renowned designs such as the XPOWER, Tomahawk, Gaming Pro Carbon, SLI and Gaming M7 ACK which deliver enthusiast class support for HEDT processors.
MSI X299 Motherboards Pictured In Full Detail - X299 XPOWER Gaming, X299 Gaming Pro Carbon, X299 Gaming M7 ACK and X299 Tomahawk
MSI has revealed details of three X299 motherboards while they have been teasing the fourth one which is their flagship. These include the MSI X299 XPOWER Gaming, MSI X299 Gaming Pro Carbon, MSI X299 Gaming M7 ACK, MSI X299 SLI PLUS and the MSI X299 Tomahawk.
All motherboards will feature full support for Intel's Core X series processors which include up to 18 core Skylake X chips and up to 4 cores, Kaby Lake X chips. For information on even more X299 motherboards, you can visit our round up of all the X299 motherboards displayed during the first day of Computex 2017. Without further to do, let's take a look at MSI's glorious lineup. Pictures are courtesy of Techpowerup!
MSI X299 XPOWER Gaming AC Motherboard
The MSI X299 XPOWER Gaming AC is the flagship X299 motherboard from MSI. It comes with the LGA 2066 socket which packs 2066 pins and supports the entire Intel Core X processor range. The motherboard will include a 12+1+1 phase DigitALL premium power design with features such as Loadline Calibration and MSI’s Turbo Socket. The CPU is powered by a 8+4 pin connector configuration and is enough for overclocking needs.
The motherboard packs eight DDR4 DIMM slots which can support up to 128 GB capacities and very fast memory speeds of 4266 MHz (OC+). All eight of the DIMM slots can be populated with memory sticks. In terms of design, the motherboard has went with a black and white accent and features MSI's Mystic light support. It even supports heatpipe solution on the VRM heatsink which offers better cooling performance.
Expansion slots include four PCI-e 3.0 x16, a single PCI-e 3.0 x1 and three M.2 slots that are covered by MSI's M.2 heatsink shielding known as ShieldFrozr. Storage includes 10 SATA III ports, a U.2 port, dual USB 3.0 ports with onboard USB 2.0 port. MSI is featuring their Audio Boost IV system on latest boards so we can also expect a premium list of I/O configuration at the backpanel. The XPOWER also comes with a dual M.2 PCI-e adapter in the box which is good for several purposes.
MSI X299 Gaming Pro Carbon AC Motherboard
The MSI X299 Gaming Pro Carbon AC packs a very high-end design. It comes with the LGA 2066 socket which packs 2066 pins and supports the entire Intel Core X processor range. The motherboard will include a 10+1+1 phase DigitALL premium power design with features such as Loadline Calibration and MSI’s Turbo Socket. The CPU is powered by a 8+4 pin connector configuration and is enough for overclocking needs.
The motherboard packs eight DDR4 DIMM slots which can support up to 128 GB capacities and very fast memory speeds. All eight of the DIMM slots can be populated with memory sticks. In terms of design, the board has several black and carbon fiber textured heatsinks that are fitted with blue LEDs that look really neat.
Expansion slots include four PCI-e 3.0 x16, two PCI-e 3.0 x1 and two M.2 slots that are covered by MSI's M.2 heatsink shielding. Storage includes 8 SATA III ports, a U.2 port, dual USB 3.0 ports with onboard USB 2.0 port. MSI is featuring their Audio Boost IV system on latest boards so we can also expect a premium list of I/O configuration at the backpanel.
X299 GAMING PRO CARBON AC, PERFORM IN STYLE
The world’s first motherboard with fully exchangeable heatsink covers and X-Mounting accessories to support 3D printing and modding, combined with the latest generation MYSTIC LIGHT RGB LEDs, makes the X299 GAMING PRO CARBON AC any modders’ dream!
Just activate the one-second Game boost function and performance raises to the next level like manual overclocking, without breaking a sweat. Furthermore, with the addition of 2x M.2 Shield, any fast PCI-Express SSD is sure to deliver maximum performance. With Turbo M.2 and Turbo U.2, simply connect any of the latest generation NVMe based SSDs with ease, providing you a lighting fast storage transfer experience.
MSI X299 Gaming M7 ACK Motherboard
The MSI X299 Gaming M7 ACK is the more high-end gaming focused design. It comes with the LGA 2066 socket which packs 2066 pins and supports the entire Intel Core X processor range. The motherboard will include a 10+1+1 phase DigitALL premium power design with features such as Loadline Calibration and MSI’s Turbo Socket. The CPU is powered by a 8+4 pin connector configuration and is enough for overclocking needs.
The motherboard packs eight DDR4 DIMM slots which can support up to 128 GB capacities and very fast memory speeds. All eight of the DIMM slots can be populated with memory sticks. In terms of design, the board has several black heatsinks that are fitted with red LEDs. The X299 PCH heatsink comes with a solid layout, featuring the MSI Dragon logo.
Expansion slots include four PCI-e 3.0 x16, two PCI-e 3.0 x1 and two M.2 slots that are covered by MSI's M.2 heatsink shielding. Storage includes 8 SATA III ports, a U.2 port, dual USB 3.0 ports with onboard USB 2.0 port. MSI is featuring their Audio Boost IV system on latest boards so we can also expect a premium list of I/O configuration at the backpanel.
X299 GAMING M7 ACK, Flawless Supremacy
Designed for gamers and PC enthusiasts who crave for extreme performance, the X299 GAMING M7 ACK is nothing short of spectacular. Featuring the 10+1+1 phase DigitALL premium power design with Loadline Calibration and MSI’s Turbo Socket, the new M7 is ready to challenge extreme overclockers to push it to the limit.
With MSI’s new built-in M.2 thermal solution, patent-pending M.2 Shield FROZR tech, you never have to worry about your fast PCI-Express based M.2 SSD to start throttling, lowering down performance. Killer™ Double Shot PRO allows the 2x Killer™ E2500 Ethernet connectors and the Killer™ 1535 Wi-Fi adapter to work together for optimal online gameplay.
MSI X299 Tomahawk Motherboard
Over at the Tomahawk series, MSI will be offering X299 Tomahawk that has a unique steel armor design with textured PCB and stain less steel heatsinks.
It comes with the LGA 2066 socket which packs 2066 pins and supports the entire Intel Core X processor range. The motherboard will include a 9+1 phase DigitALL premium power design with features such as Loadline Calibration and MSI’s Turbo Socket. The CPU is powered by a 8+4 pin connector configuration and is enough for overclocking needs.
The motherboard packs eight DDR4 DIMM slots which can support up to 128 GB capacities and very fast memory speeds. All eight of the DIMM slots can be populated with memory sticks.
Expansion slots include four PCI-e 3.0 x16, two PCI-e 3.0 x1 and two M.2 slots. One of the heatsink is covered by the PCH heatsink while the other is bare. Storage includes 8 SATA III ports, a U.2 port, dual USB 3.0 ports with onboard USB 2.0 port. MSI is featuring their Audio Boost IV system on latest boards so we can also expect a premium list of I/O configuration at the backpanel.
X299 TOMAHAWK, CONQUER ANY GAME
Built on the iF award winning design of the original TOMAHAWK, the new X299 TOMAHAWK perfectly illustrates the evolution of the next generation of MSI motherboards. X299 TOMAHAWK shows its strength through stainless steel heatsinks and MSI Steel Armor design, making the high-end motherboard unbreakable in any gaming session.
X299 TOMAHAWK also includes the exclusive M.2 Shield FROZR, a design to protect against thermal throttling on M.2 SSDs. Not to mention Turbo U.2 with Steel Armor, front USB type C to maximize your systems data transfer performance through any type of connection. On top of all that, MSI exclusive VR Boost and VR ready bring smooth performance when enjoying any game in VR, AR and MR.
MSI X299 SLI PLUS Motherboard
The MSI X299 SLI PLUS is another solid design from MSI. It comes with the LGA 2066 socket which packs 2066 pins and supports the entire Intel Core X processor range. The motherboard will include a 10 phase DigitALL premium power design with features such as Loadline Calibration and MSI’s Turbo Socket. The CPU is powered by a single pin connector.
The motherboard packs eight DDR4 DIMM slots which can support up to 128 GB capacities and very fast memory speeds. All eight of the DIMM slots can be populated with memory sticks. In terms of design, the board has went with a solid black color theme that does feature RGB Mystic AURA lighting but doesn't over do it like some of the other X299 boards.
Expansion slots include four PCI-e 3.0 x16, two PCI-e 3.0 x1 and two M.2 slots. Storage includes 8 SATA III ports, a U.2 port, dual USB 3.0 ports with onboard USB 2.0 port. MSI is featuring their Audio Boost IV system on latest boards so we can also expect a premium list of I/O configuration at the backpanel.
