MSI
MSI 790XT-G45 AM3/AM2+/AM2 AMD 790X 16GB 2600MHz ATX AMD Motherboard
Bottom line: The MSI 790XT-G45 AM3/AM2+/AM2 AMD 790X 16GB 2600MHz ATX AMD Motherboard is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ AMD 790X and SB710 Chipset
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying
Manufacturer description
MSI 790X-G45 Socket AM2+/ AMD 790X/ 4DDR2-1066/ ATI CrossFire/ GbE ATX Motherboard
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored MSI 790XT-G45 AM3/AM2+/AM2 AMD 790X 16GB 2600MHz ATX AMD Motherboard using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. MSI's retro motherboards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro motherboards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- Socket AM2+ Support AMD Phenom/ Athlon/ Sempron Processor; AM3 CPU Ready; Support HyperTransport 3.0; FSB upto 5200MT/s
- AMD 790X and SB710 Chipset
- 4x 240pin DDR2-1066/800/667/533 DIMMs, Dual Channel, Max Capacity 16 GB Memory
- 2x PCI-Express 2.0 x16 Slots(Support ATI CrossFire Technology); 2x PCI-Express x1 Slots; 2x PCI Slots
- IDE/SATA- 1x ATA-133 Channel; 6x SATA2 Ports, Support RAID 0, 1, 0+1 or JBOD
Full Specifications
| Brand | msi |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | Socket AM2+ |
| Model Name | 790XT-G45 |
| Chipset Type | AMD 790X |
| Model Number | 790XT-G45 |
| Mfr Part Number | 790XT-G45 |
| Processor Socket | Socket AM2+ |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Memory Clock Speed | 2600 MHz |
| Compatible Processors | AMD Athlon, AMD Sempron |
| RAM Memory Technology | DDR2 |
| S/PDIF Connector Type | Optical |
| Memory Slots Available | 4 |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI, PCI Express |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 16 GB |
| RAM Memory Maximum Size | 16 GB |
| Ram Memory Maximum Size | 16 GB |
| System Bus Standard Supported | SATA 1 |
Ready to buy?
MSI 790XT-G45 AM3/AM2+/AM2 AMD 790X 16GB 2600MHz ATX AMD Motherboard is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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