MSI MAG Z790 Tomahawk WIFI DDR4 Review: Stealthy and Solid

DDR4-based, with a premium audio codec and all-black appearance, but the price is too high

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Firmware

MSI’s BIOS for the Tomahawk hasn’t changed. The menus reside on the sides and information up top, a unique look compared to others. For Z790, the only updates were functionality for the new processors and chipset. It still has a black background with red highlights, making it easy to read. It also has an informative Easy Mode that displays various information about the system and allows for some changes (boot order and XMP enable). Though different than other UEFIs, it is easy to get around; everything has a place, and many frequently used options are readily available, not buried within sub-menus.

Joe Shields
Joe Shields
Staff Writer, Components

Joe Shields is a staff writer at Tom’s Hardware. He reviews motherboards and PC components.

2 Comments Comment from the forums
  • AnotherNobody
    Admin said:
    The MSI MAG Z790 Tomahawk WIFI DDR4 is a quality budget-oriented board that comes with premium audio codec, four M.2 sockets, capable power delivery, and more. Priced around $300, it’s a viable option but costs more than other similarly equipped DDR4 boards.

    MSI MAG Z790 Tomahawk WIFI DDR4 Review: Stealthy and Solid : Read more

    Form factor in specifications shows E-ATX. According to MSI (https://www.msi.com/Motherboard/MAG-Z790-TOMAHAWK-WIFI-DDR4/Specification) motherboard is in fact ATX, 243.84mmx304.8mm
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  • TheWhiteSnowman
    Please confirm test configuration you state DDR5 in this DDR4 motherboard review?
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