Micro Center

Micro Center CPU Motherboard Combo

Name: Micro Center CPU Motherboard Combo - Intel i9-14900K 14th Gen 24-Cores LGA 1700 Desktop Processor Bundle with TUF Gaming Z790-Plus WiFi Gaming
Brand: Micro Center
SKU: B0DY7D2ZWD
Price: 629.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Bottom line: The Micro Center CPU Motherboard Combo is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards category, priced around $629.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-08. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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By Mike Perry, Founder & Editor-in-Chief · Listing data updated 2026-10-08

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-08. Price and availability subject to change.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ PC DIY Friendly: SafeDIMM, PCIe 5.0 Safeslot, Q-LED, M.2 Q-Latch, Pre-mount I/O shield
✓ Backed by Micro Center's warranty and support channels

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Micro Center CPU Motherboard Combo using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. Micro Center'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

The Raptor Lake Refresh Processor is a powerhouse that caters brilliantly to both gaming enthusiasts and professionals, offers top-notch multi-threading performance for demanding tasks such as multitasking, gaming, video editing, and faster creating
Play harder and work smarter with the flagship Core i9-14900K processor, comes with 24 cores (8 P-cores + 16 E-cores) and 32 threads. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770 included; Leading max clock speed of up to 6.0 GHz gives you smoother game play, higher frame rates, and rapid responsiveness.
ASUS TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WiFi takes all the essential elements of the 14th,13th Gen Intel Core processors and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive cooling system, this motherboard offers rock-solid, stable performance for marathon gaming.
16+1 DrMOS, ProCool sockets, military-grade TUF components, and Digiplus VRM for maximum durability and performance
VRM heatsink, PCH fanless heatsink, M.2 heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4 utility
4x M.2/NVMe SSD, Front panel USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C header, USB Gen 2x2 Type-C and Thunderbolt 4 (USB4)header

Full Specifications

Brand	Micro Center
Platform	Windows
CPU Socket	LGA 1700
Model Name	i9-14900K+TUF GAMING Z790-Plus WiFi
Unit Count	1 Count
Chipset Type	Intel Z790
Connectivity	USB, WiFi
Model Number	TUF GAMING Z790-Plus WiFi
Compatibility	PC
Chipset Family	Intel Z790
Item Type Name	CPU motherboard combo
Number of Ports	5
PC DIY Friendly	SafeDIMM, PCIe 5.0 Safeslot, Q-LED, M.2 Q-Latch, Pre-mount I/O shield
Total Usb Ports	4
Processor Socket	LGA 1700
Total PCIe Ports	1
Compatible Devices	Desktop
Memory Clock Speed	7200 MHz
Compatible Processors	Intel Core i7, Intel Core i9
RAM Memory Technology	DDR5
Full listing title	Micro Center CPU Motherboard Combo - Intel i9-14900K 14th Gen 24-Cores LGA 1700 Desktop Processor Bundle with TUF Gaming Z790-Plus WiFi Gaming Motherboard

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Micro Center CPU Motherboard Combo - Intel i9-14900K 14th Gen 24-Cores LGA 1700 Desktop Processor Bundle with TUF Gaming Z790-Plus WiFi Gaming Motherboard is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-08. Price and availability subject to change.

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