UK manufacturer specification · Pro WS W790-ACE
Pro WS W790-ACE motherboard, identified in the ASUS UK catalogue. Specifications below retain the manufacturer’s configuration and interface conditions.
Specifications checked 17 Oct 2026.
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An ATX AM5 motherboard with AMD B850: four DDR5 slots rated up to DDR5-8400+ (OC), a PCIe 5.0 x16 graphics slot, four M.2 slots (two PCIe 5.0 x4), Realtek 5 Gb Ethernet and Wi-Fi 7.
Specifications checked 21 Sept 2026.
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Manufacturer specification
ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Match the exact CPU and required BIOS as well as the physical socket.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
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MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
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ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Board dimensions, not retail packaging. Check case mounting positions, clearance and cable routing.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer specification
ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsThe overclocked speed is MSI's 1DPC 1R maximum with Ryzen 9000; MSI lists 1DPC 2R, 2DPC 1R and 2DPC 2R up to 6400+ MT/s. JEDEC speeds are 4800–5600 MT/s. CUDIMMs run in clock-driver bypass mode only. · Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling for this exact board, not included memory or a performance measurement. CPU, BIOS, DIMM population and the validated-module list determine support. DDR5 slots require DDR5 modules; DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable. CUDIMM support is bypass mode only; compatibility depends on CPU and BIOS, and some combinations may not boot. Check the exact memory support list.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer specification
ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsM2_1 and M2_2 connect to the CPU (PCIe 5.0 x4); M2_3 (PCIe 4.0 x2) and M2_4 (PCIe 4.0 x4) connect to the chipset. M2_1 accepts drives up to 22110; the others up to 2280. · Manufacturer specification · With Ryzen 8000, M2_1 runs at PCIe 4.0 x4. M2_2 runs at PCIe 4.0 x2 with Ryzen 8500/8300, or PCIe 4.0 x4 with other Ryzen 8000 CPUs. PCI_E3 runs at x2 when M2_3 is used; selecting PCI_E3 x4 in BIOS disables M2_3.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
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ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Wi-Fi 7 requires supported Windows 11, drivers and access point; MSI specifies Windows 11 24H2 for full Wi-Fi 7 operation. 6 GHz availability depends on country rules. Bluetooth version depends on module vendor and drivers; no measured throughput is claimed.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
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ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed onboard audio hardware, not a measured sound-quality result. Where alternatives are listed, no particular unseen controller revision is promised.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer specification · Exact CPU support and BIOS revision depend on the processor and the current ASUS CPU support list; the family statement is not a guarantee for every processor.
ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsManufacturer specification · Check MSI's exact CPU support list and its required BIOS. Family support does not confirm the firmware installed on a retail board.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
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Manufacturer specification · Physical DDR5 module positions, not included modules. Consult the board manual for population order and compatible capacities.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling for this exact board, not included memory or a performance measurement. CPU, BIOS, DIMM population and the validated-module list determine support. DDR5 slots require DDR5 modules; DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable. CUDIMM support is bypass mode only; compatibility depends on CPU and BIOS, and some combinations may not boot. Check the exact memory support list.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Onboard M.2 storage positions only. With Ryzen 8000, M2_1 runs at PCIe 4.0 x4. M2_2 runs at PCIe 4.0 x2 with Ryzen 8500/8300, or PCIe 4.0 x4 with other Ryzen 8000 CPUs. PCI_E3 runs at x2 when M2_3 is used; selecting PCI_E3 x4 in BIOS disables M2_3.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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All three slots are x16 length. PCI_E1 (PCIe 5.0 x16) uses CPU lanes; PCI_E2 (PCIe 3.0 x1) and PCI_E3 (PCIe 4.0 x4) use chipset lanes. · Manufacturer specification · PCI_E3 drops to x2 with M2_3 populated; selecting PCI_E3 x4 in BIOS disables M2_3. PCI_E1 runs at PCIe 4.0 x8 with Ryzen 8700/8600/8400 and PCIe 4.0 x4 with Ryzen 8500/8300.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Button presence only. Recovery procedure and USB preparation require the exact manual.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · CPU and BIOS dependent; some combinations may fail to boot. This is not full clock-driver operation.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Status LEDs, not a numeric POST display or an automatic repair guarantee.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Board headers, not supplied fans or an assertion of current limits.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Requires integrated CPU graphics; supported modes depend on processor.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer OC configurations, not guaranteed kit speed or measured application performance. CPU, BIOS, memory rank and DIMMs per channel determine support.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Requires compatible drives and array configuration; no data protection guarantee.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · PCIe 5.0 x16 with Ryzen 9000/7000; PCIe 4.0 x8 with Ryzen 8700/8600/8400; PCIe 4.0 x4 with Ryzen 8500/8300.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · SATA 6 Gb/s connectors, not supplied drives or power cables. With Ryzen 8000, M2_1 runs at PCIe 4.0 x4. M2_2 runs at PCIe 4.0 x2 with Ryzen 8500/8300, or PCIe 4.0 x4 with other Ryzen 8000 CPUs. PCI_E3 runs at x2 when M2_3 is used; selecting PCI_E3 x4 in BIOS disables M2_3.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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MSI lists RAID modes for M.2 NVMe drives only; SATA RAID support is not stated. · Manufacturer specification
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Requires compatible case ports and cabling; not rear sockets.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Port inventory and interface ratings, not simultaneous measured throughput or charging power.
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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| Specification | ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE | MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI |
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CPU socketDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Match the exact CPU and required BIOS as well as the physical socket. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | LGA4677 | AM5 |
ChipsetDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Intel® W790 Chipset | AMD B850 |
Form factor and dimensionsDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Board dimensions, not retail packaging. Check case mounting positions, clearance and cable routing. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | CEB Form Factor 12 inch x 10.5 inch (30.5 cm x 26.67 cm) | ATX; 304.8 × 243.84 mm |
CPU support and BIOS requirementsDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE Manufacturer specification · Exact CPU support and BIOS revision depend on the processor and the current ASUS CPU support list; the family statement is not a guarantee for every processor. ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Check MSI's exact CPU support list and its required BIOS. Family support does not confirm the firmware installed on a retail board. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Intel® Socket LGA4677 for Xeon® Xeon W-3500/W-3400 and W-2500/W-2400 Series Processors* Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. BIOS: 512 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS | AMD Ryzen 9000 / 8000 / 7000 Series |
Listed operating systems SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI No source recorded. | Windows® 11, Windows® 10 64-bit | Not provided |
Rear Flash BIOS button SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Button presence only. Recovery procedure and USB preparation require the exact manual. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | Yes |
Memory type, slots and limitDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI The overclocked speed is MSI's 1DPC 1R maximum with Ryzen 9000; MSI lists 1DPC 2R, 2DPC 1R and 2DPC 2R up to 6400+ MT/s. JEDEC speeds are 4800–5600 MT/s. CUDIMMs run in clock-driver bypass mode only. · Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling for this exact board, not included memory or a performance measurement. CPU, BIOS, DIMM population and the validated-module list determine support. DDR5 slots require DDR5 modules; DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable. CUDIMM support is bypass mode only; compatibility depends on CPU and BIOS, and some combinations may not boot. Check the exact memory support list. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | 8 x DIMM slots, Max. 2048GB, DDR5 6800(OC)/6600(OC)/6400(OC)/6200(OC)/6000(OC)/5800(OC)/5600(OC)/5400(OC)/5200(OC)/5000(OC)/4800 ECC Registered Memory* Quad Channel Memory Architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support under the Support tab or visit https://www.asus.com/support/ | 4 DDR5 DIMM slots; dual channel; up to 256 GB; up to DDR5-8400+ (OC); AMD EXPO; non-ECC unbuffered; CUDIMM support |
Maximum listed memory SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer capacity ceiling for this exact board, not included memory or a performance measurement. CPU, BIOS, DIMM population and the validated-module list determine support. DDR5 slots require DDR5 modules; DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable. CUDIMM support is bypass mode only; compatibility depends on CPU and BIOS, and some combinations may not boot. Check the exact memory support list. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 256 GB |
DIMM slots SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Physical DDR5 module positions, not included modules. Consult the board manual for population order and compatible capacities. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 |
Published memory OC configurations SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer OC configurations, not guaranteed kit speed or measured application performance. CPU, BIOS, memory rank and DIMMs per channel determine support. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | Ryzen 9000: 1DPC 1R up to 8400+ MT/s; 1DPC 2R / 2DPC 1R / 2DPC 2R up to 6400+ MT/s |
CUDIMM operating mode SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · CPU and BIOS dependent; some combinations may fail to boot. This is not full clock-driver operation. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | Clock-driver bypass mode only |
Storage interfaces and restrictionsDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI M2_1 and M2_2 connect to the CPU (PCIe 5.0 x4); M2_3 (PCIe 4.0 x2) and M2_4 (PCIe 4.0 x4) connect to the chipset. M2_1 accepts drives up to 22110; the others up to 2280. · Manufacturer specification · With Ryzen 8000, M2_1 runs at PCIe 4.0 x4. M2_2 runs at PCIe 4.0 x2 with Ryzen 8500/8300, or PCIe 4.0 x4 with other Ryzen 8000 CPUs. PCI_E3 runs at x2 when M2_3 is used; selecting PCI_E3 x4 in BIOS disables M2_3. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Total supports 2 x M.2 slots, 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports and 3 x SlimSAS ports* Intel® W790 Chipset** M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) SlimSAS_1 slot supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode NVMe device SlimSAS_2 slot supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode or up to 4 SATA devices via a transfer cable. The cable is perchased seperately. SlimSAS_3 slot supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode NVMe device 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* * Supports Intel® Virtual RAID on CPU (Intel® VROC) and Intel Volume Management Device (Intel®VMD) ** Intel® VROC Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10. VROC HW_Key is purchased separately. | 2 × M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4; 1 × M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4; 1 × M.2 PCIe 4.0 x2; 4 × SATA 6 Gb/s |
Onboard M.2 storage slots SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Onboard M.2 storage positions only. With Ryzen 8000, M2_1 runs at PCIe 4.0 x4. M2_2 runs at PCIe 4.0 x2 with Ryzen 8500/8300, or PCIe 4.0 x4 with other Ryzen 8000 CPUs. PCI_E3 runs at x2 when M2_3 is used; selecting PCI_E3 x4 in BIOS disables M2_3. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 |
SATA storage ports SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · SATA 6 Gb/s connectors, not supplied drives or power cables. With Ryzen 8000, M2_1 runs at PCIe 4.0 x4. M2_2 runs at PCIe 4.0 x2 with Ryzen 8500/8300, or PCIe 4.0 x4 with other Ryzen 8000 CPUs. PCI_E3 runs at x2 when M2_3 is used; selecting PCI_E3 x4 in BIOS disables M2_3. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 |
NVMe RAID modes SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Requires compatible drives and array configuration; no data protection guarantee. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | RAID 0/1/10 |
Expansion slots and restrictions SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI No source recorded. | Intel® Xeon® W-3500/W-3400 and W-2500/W-2400 Series Processors 5 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot(s) (supports x16, x16, x16, x0/x8, x16/x8 modes) * Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/). - To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/ for the list of supported peripherals. | Not provided |
Primary expansion-slot link SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · PCIe 5.0 x16 with Ryzen 9000/7000; PCIe 4.0 x8 with Ryzen 8700/8600/8400; PCIe 4.0 x4 with Ryzen 8500/8300. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | PCI_E1: CPU PCIe 5.0 up to x16 |
Expansion slots and electrical links SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI All three slots are x16 length. PCI_E1 (PCIe 5.0 x16) uses CPU lanes; PCI_E2 (PCIe 3.0 x1) and PCI_E3 (PCIe 4.0 x4) use chipset lanes. · Manufacturer specification · PCI_E3 drops to x2 with M2_3 populated; selecting PCI_E3 x4 in BIOS disables M2_3. PCI_E1 runs at PCIe 4.0 x8 with Ryzen 8700/8600/8400 and PCIe 4.0 x4 with Ryzen 8500/8300. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 1 × PCIe 5.0 x16; 1 × PCIe 4.0 x4; 1 × PCIe 3.0 x1 |
USB ports and headers SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI No source recorded. | Rear USB (Total 13 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port(s) (1 x USB Type-C®) 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (4 x Type-A ) 8 x USB 2.0 port(s) (8 x Type-A) Front USB (Total 7 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (supports USB Type-C®) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header(s) support(s) 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) 4 additional USB 2.0 ports | Not provided |
Rear-panel ports SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI No source recorded. | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port(s) (1 x USB Type-C®) 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (4 x Type-A) 8 x USB 2.0 port(s) (8 x Type-A) 1 x Marvell® AQtion 10Gb Ethernet port 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet port 5 x Audio jacks 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button 1 x Clear CMOS button | Not provided |
Audio interfacesDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed onboard audio hardware, not a measured sound-quality result. Where alternatives are listed, no particular unseen controller revision is promised. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Realtek S1220A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs - Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in) - Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback* Audio Features - Power pre-regulator reduces power input noise to ensure consistent performance - Rear optical S/PDIF out port - Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers - Unique de-pop circuit * Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1 Surround Sound audio. | Realtek ALC4080 codec; 7.1-channel |
Processor-dependent display outputs SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Requires integrated CPU graphics; supported modes depend on processor. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | HDMI 2.1 FRL: up to 8K 60 Hz |
Rear USB ports SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Port inventory and interface ratings, not simultaneous measured throughput or charging power. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 USB 2.0; 1 USB 5 Gb/s Type-A; 2 USB 10 Gb/s Type-A; 3 USB 10 Gb/s Type-C |
Front USB header capacity SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Requires compatible case ports and cabling; not rear sockets. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 USB 2.0; 4 USB 5 Gb/s Type-A; 1 USB 20 Gb/s Type-C |
Network interfaces and requirementsDifferent SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Wi-Fi 7 requires supported Windows 11, drivers and access point; MSI specifies Windows 11 24H2 for full Wi-Fi 7 operation. 6 GHz availability depends on country rules. Bluetooth version depends on module vendor and drivers; no measured throughput is claimed. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | 1 x Marvell® AQtion 10Gb Ethernet 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet ASUS LANGuard | Realtek 8126VB 5 Gb Ethernet; Wi-Fi 7; Bluetooth 5.4 |
Cooling headers SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Board headers, not supplied fans or an assertion of current limits. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 1 CPU; 1 pump/system combo; 6 system fan headers |
Diagnostic LEDs SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI Manufacturer specification · Status LEDs, not a numeric POST display or an automatic repair guarantee. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | 4 EZ Debug LEDs; 1 EZ Memory Detection LED |
Internal headers and connectors SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE Manufacturer specification ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE — official UK technical specificationsMSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI No source recorded. | Fan and Cooling related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header(s) 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header(s) 5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan header(s) 1 x W_PUMP+ header(s) Power related 2 x 24-pin Main Power connector 4 x 8-pin +12V Power connector 1 x 8-pin PCIe Power connector Storage related 2 x M.2 slots (Key M) 3 x SlimSAS slots 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports USB 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 connector (support(s) USB Type-C® ) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header(s) support(s) 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) 4 additional USB 2.0 ports Miscellaneous 1 x BMC header 1 x COM Port header 1 x FlexKey button 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x LN2 Mode jumper 1 x ReTry button 1 x Start button 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin) 1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function 1 x Thermal Sensor header 1 x VROC Key header | Not provided |
SATA RAID modes SourcesASUS Pro WS W790-ACE No source recorded. MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI MSI lists RAID modes for M.2 NVMe drives only; SATA RAID support is not stated. · Manufacturer specification MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI — manufacturer specifications | Not provided | Not listed by the manufacturer |
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