Product Comparison: MSI Z390-A PRO vs Gigabyte Z390 UD
General Specifications
Brand
MSI
Gigabyte
Model
Z390-A PRO
Z390 UD
Origin
China
China
About the Product
MSI motherboards been designed with tons of smart features for convenient setup and usage, such as pin-header keep out zone, friendly SATA & USB location and multiple cooling solutions, so DIY users can pick and choose any gaming rig they want.
Z390 motherboards are designed with thermals and speed in mind, ensuring users can best take advantage of Intel 9th generation processors. The AORUS and GIGABYTE Z390 series is loaded with a variety of premium feature sets.
Key Specs
Form Factor
ATX
ATX
Socket
LGA1151
LGA1151
Chipset
Intel Z390
Intel Z390
Supported Processors
Supports 9th / 8th Gen Intel Core / Pentium Gold / Celeron
Supports 9th and 8th Gen Intel Core Processors
Memory Slot Type
288 pin
288 pin
Size & Weight
Height
12 in.
12 in.
Width
9.6 in.
9.06 in.
Depth
1 in.
3.14 in.
Weight
2.2 lbs.
3 lbs.
Memory
Memory Type
DDR4
DDR4
Maximum Speed
4400 MHz
4266 MHz
Number Of Memory Slots
4
4
Max. Memory Supported
128 GB
128 GB
Connectivity
PCI
7
6
PCI-E
2x PCIe 3.0 x16, 4x PCIe 3.0 x1
3x PCIe 3.0 x16, 3x PCIe 3.0 x1
HDMI
0
1
USB
USB 3.1 Gen2, USB Type-C, 6x USB 3.1 Gen1, 6x USB 2.0
8x USB 3.1 Gen1, 2x USB 2.0
SATA
6
6
Other Interfaces
2x M.2, PS/2, VGA, RJ-45, DVI-D, DisplayPоrt, 6x audio jacks
Thunderbolt, 2 x PS/2, 3 x audio jacks, RJ-45, M.2
Features
Native Audio
Realtek ALC892
Realtek ALC887 codec
Additional Accessories Included
ASUS Q-Shield, Driver DVD, 2x SATA cables
Driver disk, 2x SATA cable
Extras
Extended Heatsink Design, DDR4 Boost, Turbo M.2, PCI-E Steel Armor, Heavy plated heatsinks, PCI-E Steel Slot, Audio Boost
Smart Fan 5, Multi-Way Graphics Support, RGB Light Strip in Full Colors, Intel Optane Memory Ready
Power
Power Connectors
24-pin ATX, 8-pin ATX 12V, 6-pin ATX 12V
24-pin ATX, 8-pin ATX 12V, 4-pin ATX 12V
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
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