MSI MEG Z890 ACE Motherboard, ATX - Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2), LGA 1851 - 110A SPS VRM, DDR5 Memory (9200+MT/s OC), PCIe 5.0 & 4.0 x16, M.2 Gen5, Thunderbolt 4, Wi-Fi 7, 10G LAN

I purchased this motherboard to pair with an Ultra 7 265K CPU, specifically looking for a minimum of 16 Duet Rail support for potential overclocking in the future. It has exceeded my expectations in both performance and usability.Upgrading from a seven-year-old computer, I was pleasantly surprised by many modern features, like the Debug LEDs. When I forgot to reconnect the GPU power, the LEDs immediately pointed out the issue, and I even got a screen message saying the GPU wasn’t powered—a great troubleshooting aid.The four M.2 slots, including Gen4 and Gen5, deliver blazing speeds. I cloned a 1TB OS SSD at 5GB/s, and it worked seamlessly. The ssd installation was straightforward and the included heatsinks are great.Another key feature for me was the high-speed USBs on the backplate. It’s not just fast - via the JUSBC1 connector, it supports 27W Power Delivery for front USB ports, which is ideal for fast charging my devices.The CPU power socket placement is another thoughtful design element. Positioned in the top-right corner, it avoids interference with large coolers like my Noctua NH-D15. In my previous build, the left-leaning sockets caused headaches during assembly, so this was a welcome improvement.The BIOS, as of August 2024, already has updates available. The backplate includes Clear CMOS and Flash BIOS buttons, which are incredibly useful. I used the CMOS button after enabling Fast Boot in the BIOS and locking myself out.Overall, I’m very satisfied with this motherboard. It’s well-designed, packed with features and handles demanding tasks effortlessly.

This board has completely exceeded my expectations! From its build quality to the array of features, this motherboard could be a game-changer for building a high-performance PC.After comparing several motherboards in this price range, I chose the MSI Carbon because of its cutting-edge specs and MSI’s reputation for reliability. This motherboard delivers exceptional performance with support for the latest Intel processors and the DDR5 RAM compatibility provides unmatched speed and efficiency for demanding tasks like gaming and video editing. Plus, the PCIe 5.0 slots are perfect for future-proofing, ensuring I can use the latest GPUs and NVMe drives as they become available and cheaper.My favorite features would be the efficient cooling. The advanced heatsink design and M.2 Shield Frozr keep my system cool and stable, even during heavy gaming or multitasking.The price is slightly higher than some competitors, but you definitely get what you pay for in terms of quality and features. The MSI Z890 CARBON motherboard is a fantastic choice for enthusiasts and power users alike. It not only meets but far exceeds my expectations, delivering blazing-fast performance, excellent connectivity, and a polished user experience. I highly recommend this motherboard for anyone building a PC!

Other than being slightly hard to line up with the case, it was very easy to install and connect to everything, good all around

I've regretted opting for this motherboard from the day I fitted it.Very disappointing.I should have stuck to Gigabyte. Never again MSI.I'll try to explain why this MSI mobo has been so disappointing in an edited review soon.

I purchased this motherboard to pair with an Ultra 7 265K CPU, motherboard colour was main factor for this purchase perfect sliver colour only thing that lets it down was black connectors.Motherboard has better features than most like: EZ M.2 Clip II, EZ PCIe Release, 2x thunderbolt 4 ports and 1 original type c many don't offer this many type c ports at this price range.Another great addition is Debug indicator perfect for troubleshooting with not just clear CMOS but also flash BIOS buttons going above and beyond for best functionality! MSI going well beyond most by including usb stick with many programs to help or for storage.With all modern features and at this price range it's great value for money for most and many different ports available!Glad I choose this and I definitely don't regret this purchase...

Great motherboard in most respects but a little annoying when fitting the water cooler as the rgb sockets at the bottom of the board but the cpu fan slot at the top, and was fitting a MSI watercolour but had to get an extension , small niggle I suppose. Apart from that really liked the easy fit m2 and cooler included, I didn't need it but nice it was included. Instructions were a little vague in details but any DIY builder should figure it out OK, just remember to take a picture of the serial bar code( On main power part) before doing build as it's required for registration and any promotions.

Looks like all early models are affected. (Bios resets on power loss unrelated to cmos battery.)You need to update the 'eSIO Firmware' of the board. Get it from the support section on the MSI website, it is easy to update following their instructions.The board itself is nice with professional aesthetics. It includes an easy release button for the GPU, always appreciated if you have a large gpu and cpu cooler.Ships with the RL-ILM.Booted the XMP 8000mhz profile with no issues on a non-CUDIMM kit (Acer Predator Hera DDR5 RGB RAM 32GB (16GBx2) 8000MHz CL36). Seems stable too after several hours of ram testing.Not bad for the price paid £142.Knocked off 2 stars because I had to troubleshoot the bios resetting issue. It should never have shipped like this.

Not working properly and receive damage box really disappointed on Amazon.