MSI Gaming PC Intel i7 Z790 – 32GB RAM, 1TB NVMe, Liquid Cooled

MSI Gaming PC Intel i7 Z790 – 32GB RAM, 1TB NVMe, Liquid Cooled (No Graphics Card)

Product Overview

The MSI Gaming PC Intel i7 Z790 delivers exceptional foundation for a high-performance gaming system. Built around Intel’s powerful 14th Gen Core i7-14700 processor and PRO Z790-S WIFI motherboard, this configuration provides everything except the graphics card.

This strategic “no VGA” configuration lets you choose your preferred graphics card. The robust 1000W 80+ Gold PSU supports any GPU from mid-range to flagship models. Premium 360mm liquid cooling keeps the i7-14700’s 20 cores running optimally under sustained workloads.

The system features all-MSI components for perfect compatibility. MAG FORGE 321R AIRFLOW case provides excellent ventilation. Integrated WiFi and Gigabit LAN ensure flexible connectivity. 1TB NVMe storage delivers lightning-fast game loading and system responsiveness.

Note: This system requires a separate graphics card for gaming performance. Intel UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics provide basic display output for initial setup.

Key Features

• Intel Core i7-14700 – 20-core processor (8P+12E) with 28 threads for gaming and multitasking
• MSI PRO Z790-S WIFI – Feature-rich motherboard with PCIe 5.0 and WiFi 6E
• 32GB DDR4 3200MHz RAM – Ample memory for gaming, streaming, and content creation
• 1TB NVMe SSD – High-speed MSI storage for OS, games, and applications
• MAG CORELIQUID A13 360 – Premium 360mm AIO liquid cooling system
• MSI 1000W 80+ Gold PSU – Powerful PSU ready for high-end graphics cards
• MAG FORGE 321R AIRFLOW – High-airflow gaming chassis with excellent thermal design
• WiFi 6E + Gigabit LAN – Dual networking with latest wireless technology
• No Graphics Card Included – Choose your preferred GPU separately
• MSI Audio Solution – Enhanced onboard sound quality

Technical Specifications

System Configuration
Model Name	MSI Gaming i7 Z790 No VGA 32GB 1TB 1000W LC360
Form Factor	Mid-Tower Desktop
Configuration Type	Barebones (No GPU)

Processor
CPU	Intel Core i7-14700
Generation	14th Gen (Raptor Lake Refresh)
Cores/Threads	20 Cores (8P+12E) / 28 Threads
Base Clock	P-Core: 2.1GHz / E-Core: 1.5GHz
Max Turbo	Up to 5.4GHz
Cache	33MB Intel Smart Cache
TDP	65W Base / 219W Maximum Turbo Power
Integrated Graphics	Intel UHD Graphics 770
Socket	LGA1700

Motherboard
Model	MSI PRO Z790-S WIFI
Chipset	Intel Z790
Form Factor	ATX
WiFi	WiFi 6E (802.11ax)
Bluetooth	Yes
LAN	2.5 Gigabit Ethernet

Memory
RAM	32GB DDR4 (Crucial)
Speed	3200MHz
Configuration	Dual Channel (2x16GB typical)
Max Capacity	128GB (4 DIMM slots)
Type	DDR4 UDIMM

Storage
Primary Drive	1TB NVMe SSD (MSI)
Interface	PCIe Gen4 M.2 NVMe
Expansion Slots	Additional M.2 slots + SATA ports available

Graphics
Dedicated GPU	Not Included
Integrated GPU	Intel UHD Graphics 770
GPU Compatibility	Supports PCIe 5.0 x16 graphics cards
Display Outputs	Via motherboard (HDMI, DisplayPort)
Note	Dedicated GPU required for gaming

Cooling System
CPU Cooler	MSI MAG CORELIQUID A13 360
Radiator Size	360mm (3x 120mm fans)
Cooling Type	All-in-One Liquid Cooling
Pump	High-performance ARGB pump
Fan Speed	PWM controlled
Thermal Capacity	Supports up to 219W TDP

Case
Chassis	MSI MAG FORGE 321R AIRFLOW
Type	Mid-Tower ATX
Design	High-airflow mesh front panel
Side Panel	Tempered glass
RGB Support	ARGB lighting compatible
Drive Bays	Multiple 2.5″/3.5″ bays
Expansion Slots	7x PCIe slots

Power Supply
PSU	MSI 1000W 80+ Gold
Efficiency	80 PLUS Gold Certified (90%+ efficiency)
Wattage	1000W continuous power
Modular	Fully Modular design
Protection	OVP, UVP, OCP, OTP, SCP, SIP
PCIe Connectors	Multiple 8-pin for high-end GPUs

Connectivity
WiFi	WiFi 6E (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO
Wired LAN	2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (MSI)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.3
Rear USB	USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A/C, USB 2.0
Front USB	USB 3.2 Gen1, USB-C (case dependent)
Audio Jacks	HD Audio (Mic, Line-in, Line-out)

Audio
Chipset	MSI Audio Boost
Features	High-quality audio capacitors, enhanced shielding
Channels	7.1 Channel support

Expansion
PCIe x16 Slots	2 (1x PCIe 5.0, 1x PCIe 4.0)
PCIe x1 Slots	2-3 slots available
M.2 Slots	4x M.2 slots (check motherboard specs)
SATA Ports	6x SATA 6Gb/s

Operating System
OS Included	No
OS Compatibility	Windows 11 (64-bit), Windows 10

Warranty
Coverage	As per MSI Kenya warranty terms
Support	Full MSI technical support

Target Audience

GPU-Selective Gamers: Enthusiasts who want to choose their exact graphics card model. The 1000W PSU supports anything from RTX 4060 to RTX 4090.

Budget-Conscious Builders: Users spreading costs by purchasing GPU separately. This lets you buy during sales or when prices drop.

Upgraders with Existing GPUs: Users transferring graphics cards from previous builds. The powerful i7-14700 eliminates CPU bottlenecks with any modern GPU.

Future-Proofing Enthusiasts: Buyers waiting for next-generation graphics cards. PCIe 5.0 slot ensures compatibility with future GPU releases.

Professional Workstation Users: Content creators needing CPU power first, planning GPU upgrade later. The i7-14700 handles video editing excellently with integrated graphics temporarily.

Use Cases

Flexible GPU Selection: Purchase the exact graphics card matching your budget and performance needs. Choose NVIDIA RTX, AMD Radeon, or Intel Arc independently.

Phased System Building: Buy the core system now, add GPU when budget allows. Intel UHD 770 provides basic functionality for productivity tasks.

GPU Recycling from Previous Build Transfer your existing graphics card from older system. The i7-14700 eliminates bottlenecks from modern GPUs.

Professional Content Creation: Video editing, 3D modeling, and photo processing with quick rendering. Add professional GPU like RTX 4070 or RX 7800 XT later.

High-Refresh Gaming Ready: Add RTX 4070 Ti or RX 7900 XT for 1440p 144Hz+ gaming. The i7-14700 handles high frame rates without limiting GPU performance.

Streaming and Multitasking: 20 cores handle OBS streaming, Discord, Chrome, and games simultaneously. Add mid-range GPU for excellent streaming performance.

Performance Highlights

Intel i7-14700 Powerhouse: 20 cores with hybrid architecture deliver exceptional multi-threaded performance. 8 Performance cores handle gaming while 12 Efficiency cores manage background tasks.

Superior Liquid Cooling: MAG CORELIQUID A13 360mm AIO handles the i7-14700’s 219W maximum turbo power. Three 120mm fans maintain boost clocks during intensive workloads.

Massive GPU Headroom: 1000W 80+ Gold PSU provides ample power for flagship graphics cards. Support RTX 4080, RTX 4090, or RX 7900 XTX without PSU replacement.

Ultra-Fast NVMe Storage: 1TB Gen4 NVMe SSD delivers up to 7000MB/s read speeds. Games load instantly, and system boot completes in seconds.

Advanced Connectivity: WiFi 6E provides 6GHz band access for interference-free wireless. 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet offers low-latency wired connections for competitive gaming.

PCIe 5.0 Future-Proofing: Z790 chipset includes PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for next-generation graphics cards. Invest in GPU technology as it becomes available.

Recommended Graphics Card Pairings

Budget Gaming (1080p):

• NVIDIA RTX 4060 (8GB) – $300-350
• AMD RX 7600 (8GB) – $270-300
• Intel Arc A770 (16GB) – $330-350

Mainstream Gaming (1440p):

• NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti (16GB) – $500-550
• AMD RX 7700 XT (12GB) – $420-450
• NVIDIA RTX 4070 (12GB) – $550-600

Enthusiast Gaming (1440p/4K):

• NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti (12GB) – $750-800
• AMD RX 7800 XT (16GB) – $500-550
• NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti SUPER (16GB) – $800-850

High-End Gaming (4K Ultra):

• NVIDIA RTX 4080 (16GB) – $1000-1100
• AMD RX 7900 XT (20GB) – $800-850
• NVIDIA RTX 4080 SUPER (16GB) – $1000-1050

Flagship Gaming (4K Max Settings):

• NVIDIA RTX 4090 (24GB) – $1600-1800
• AMD RX 7900 XTX (24GB) – $950-1000

The i7-14700 will not bottleneck any of these graphics cards in modern games.

Why Choose This No-GPU Configuration?

Maximum GPU Flexibility: Choose any graphics card from budget to flagship. Not locked into bundled GPU you might not want.

Better Budget Management: Spread costs across time. Buy core system now, GPU during holiday sales or price drops.

Perfect for Existing GPU Owners: Transfer your current graphics card from previous build. Upgrade CPU/motherboard/cooling without GPU duplication.

Future GPU Compatibility: PCIe 5.0 slot ready for next-generation graphics cards. Buy cutting-edge GPUs as technology advances.

All-MSI Premium Components: Every included component bears MSI brand. Unified software control and guaranteed compatibility throughout system.

Oversized PSU Capacity: 1000W supports any current or future consumer graphics card. Even RTX 4090 with overclocking headroom.

Professional Assembly: Pre-built and tested by authorized MSI builders. Professional cable management and component installation included.

Setup and Installation

Initial Setup:

1. Connect monitor to motherboard HDMI/DisplayPort
2. Install Windows 11 (sold separately)
3. Download MSI Center and update drivers
4. System operational with Intel UHD 770 graphics

Adding Graphics Card:

1. Power down system completely
2. Install GPU in top PCIe x16 slot
3. Connect PCIe power cables from PSU
4. Move monitor cable to GPU outputs
5. Install GPU drivers from manufacturer

The 1000W PSU includes multiple PCIe power connectors for any graphics card configuration.

System Specifications Note

RAM Clarification: Specifications show 32GB DDR4 3200MHz. System name abbreviates to “16G” but actual installed capacity is 32GB.

Storage Clarification: System includes 1TB NVMe SSD. System name shows “500G” abbreviation but actual capacity is 1TB.

Operating System: Windows 11 license sold separately. System fully supports Windows 11 (64-bit).

Graphics Card: No dedicated GPU included. Intel UHD Graphics 770 provides basic display output for setup and productivity.

Available at Novelty Technologies Solutions