MSI MAG B760 Mortar Wifi DDR4 Intel Motherboard

The MSI MAG B760 Mortar Wifi DDR4 Intel Motherboard is a high-performance ATX motherboard designed to support Intel’s 12th and 13th Gen Core processors, and it’s packed with features for gamers, PC enthusiasts, and content creators. It offers a range of premium features like PCIe 5.0 support, Wi-Fi 6E, robust power design, and excellent thermal solutions. Here’s an in-depth look at the key features and specifications:

Key Features:

1. Powerful Performance and Overclocking:

• 12+1+1 Duet Rail Power System: Provides strong power delivery, allowing for more stable performance, especially when overclocking.
• Core Boost & Memory Boost: Optimized power phases and voltage regulation help maximize CPU and memory performance.

2. Lightning Fast Game Experience:

• PCIe 5.0 Support: The motherboard features 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (from CPU) for the latest high-speed graphics cards, ensuring that you can get the most out of your GPU for demanding games and applications.
• PCIe Gen 4 and M.2 Slots: Features 3 x M.2 slots with PCIe 4.0 support for ultra-fast SSDs. M.2 Shield Frozr ensures that your drives stay cool and operate at peak performance.
• USB 3.2 Gen 2×2: A high-speed port (20Gbps) for rapid data transfer and seamless peripheral connection.

3. Premium Thermal Solution:

• Extended Heatsink Design: A robust thermal solution that ensures optimal heat dissipation and stability even under heavy workloads or overclocking conditions.
• M.2 Shield Frozr: Thermal protection for your M.2 drives, ensuring they remain cool and perform consistently during intense operations.

4. High Quality Audio:

• AUDIO BOOST: Studio-grade sound for the best immersive gaming experience with premium capacitors and enhanced sound quality.
• Realtek® ALC897 Codec: 7.1-channel high-performance audio with S/PDIF output for superior audio clarity.

5. High Quality PCB:

• 6-Layer PCB with 2oz Thickened Copper: Built to ensure signal integrity and stable power delivery, the use of server-grade material ensures durability, reducing the risk of PCB damage during heavy use.

6. High-Speed Networking:

• Realtek® 2.5Gbps LAN: For lightning-fast wired network performance, ensuring smooth online gaming, streaming, and content uploads.
• Intel® Wi-Fi 6E: Offers Wi-Fi 6E support with 160MHz bandwidth, capable of speeds up to 2.4Gbps on the 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands. It’s perfect for high-speed wireless connections in Wi-Fi 6E-enabled environments.
• Bluetooth 5.3 Support: For reliable Bluetooth device connectivity.

7. USB and Expansion Options:

• USB Ports:
  • 4 x USB 2.0 (rear), 4 x USB 2.0 (front).
  • 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (front).
  • 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (rear).
  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (front).
  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (rear), capable of 20Gbps transfer speeds.
• Expansion Slots:
  • 2 x PCIe x16 slots (one PCIe 5.0 x16 from CPU and PCIe 3.0 x16 from chipset).
  • 1 x PCIe x1 slot (PCIe 4.0 from chipset).

8. Enhanced Overclocking Support:

• The motherboard is designed for serious memory overclocking, supporting up to 5333+ MHz (OC) speeds, with specific configurations allowing overclocking for both single- and dual-rank memory.

9. Display and Graphics:

• Integrated Graphics Support: Supports both HDMI™ 2.1 (4K 60Hz) and DisplayPort 1.4 (8K 60Hz) for integrated graphics when using processors with integrated GPU.

10. Debug and Troubleshooting:

• EZ Debug LED: Four onboard LEDs to help quickly diagnose issues with the CPU, memory, GPU, and boot devices.

Specifications:

Processor Support:

• CPU Socket LGA1700: Compatible with Intel’s 12th and 13th Gen Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors.
• Chipset: Intel® B760.

Memory Support:

• 4 x DDR4 DIMM slots supporting up to 128GB of memory.
• Memory speeds supported:
  • 5333(OC)/5200(OC)/5066(OC) and lower.
  • Max speeds vary depending on the number of memory channels and ranks (e.g., 5333+ MHz on 1DPC 1R, 4800+ MHz on 1DPC 2R).

Storage:

• 3 x M.2 slots (PCIe 4.0 x4) for NVMe SSDs.
• 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports for additional storage devices.
• RAID Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 (SATA).

Networking and Connectivity:

• 2.5Gbps LAN: Powered by Realtek® for fast wired connectivity.
• Wi-Fi 6E: With Intel® Wi-Fi 6E support (2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz).
• Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless peripheral connections.

Audio:

• Realtek® ALC897 Codec for 7.1-channel audio.
• Supports S/PDIF output for digital audio connections.

Expansion Slots:

• 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (from CPU).
• 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (from chipset).
• 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1 (from chipset).

I/O Ports:

• USB Ports:
  • 4 x USB 2.0 (rear), 4 x USB 2.0 (front).
  • 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (rear).
  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (front), 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (rear).
• 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (up to 8K 60Hz).
• 1 x HDMI™ 2.1 Port (up to 4K 60Hz).
• 1 x 2.5Gb LAN Port (Realtek®).
• Wi-Fi / Bluetooth Antenna Connectors.
• HD Audio Connectors.
• Optical S/PDIF Out.

Form Factor:

• ATX: Dimensions: 243.84mm x 304.8mm.

Operating System Support:

• Windows 10 64-bit and Windows 11 64-bit.

Warranty:

• 3 Years.

Conclusion:

The MSI MAG B760 Mortar WiFi DDR4 motherboard is a feature-packed, high-performance option for Intel’s 12th and 13th Gen processors. Its support for PCIe 5.0, DDR4 overclocking, Wi-Fi 6E, and 2.5Gbps LAN makes it a great choice for gaming, content creation, and high-performance computing. The robust power design, thermal solutions, and debug features add to the motherboard’s overall reliability and ease of use. Whether you’re looking to build a gaming rig or a workstation, the MAG B760 Mortar offers a solid foundation for your next build.