Testseek.co.uk have collected 65 expert reviews of the MSI Z270 Gaming M7 and the average rating is 85%. Scroll down and see all reviews for MSI Z270 Gaming M7.
January 2017
(85%)
65 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(80%)
811 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
85010065
The editors liked
Desirable neutral theme
Excellent performance
Excellent for overclocking
Arrives with USB 3.1 front header
Uses strengthened PCI Express slots
Extra advanced/overclocking buttons
Features TripleM.2 slots
Features U.2 slot
Capable audio solution
3 x M.2 ports with support for Intel's new Optane non-volatile memory technology
All 3 x PCIe x 16 lanes feature MSI metal armour metal shielding
New MSI metal RAM armour looks absolutely stunning
Fantastic performance all round
Lots of overclocking
Ample storage options for SSD fans
Shielded PCIe and DDR4 slots
Onboard power buttons
OCfriendly tools and features
Wellrounded I/O
Independent front and rear audio processors
Front Panel USB TypeC header
The editors didn't like
Short on USB ports on the back panel
HDMI 1.2 rather than HDMI 2.0 port
None
Nonconfigurable red LEDs that interrupt the aesthetic
Lighting colour and pattern options are too restricted
Extensive Connectivity and inclusion of new technology, Strong on-board audio platform with dual ALC1220 Processors, Genuine commitment to longevity and build quality, Great Aesthetics and LEDs, Good overclocking capability, Easy to use BIOS, Solid, Intui
RGB lighting is limited to 7 colours (This is really picky but could be an issue for some)
I'm genuinely sorry that I have to return this board to MSI after the review cycle - it's the kind of board that I'd purchase for myself. I like to overclock but don't invest a lot of time into it, I appreciate faster storage access speeds and I'm a contr...
Extensive Connectivity and inclusion of new technology, Strong on-board audio platform with dual ALC1220 Processors, Genuine commitment to longevity and build quality, Great Aesthetics and LEDs, Good overclocking capability, Easy to use BIOS, Solid, Intui
RGB lighting is limited to 7 colours (This is really picky but could be an issue for some)
I'm genuinely sorry that I have to return this board to MSI after the review cycle - it's the kind of board that I'd purchase for myself. I like to overclock but don't invest a lot of time into it, I appreciate faster storage access speeds and I'm a contr...
Extensive Connectivity and inclusion of new technology, Strong on-board audio platform with dual ALC1220 Processors, Genuine commitment to longevity and build quality, Great Aesthetics and LEDs, Good overclocking capability, Easy to use BIOS, Solid, Intui
RGB lighting is limited to 7 colours (This is really picky but could be an issue for some)
I'm genuinely sorry that I have to return this board to MSI after the review cycle - it's the kind of board that I'd purchase for myself. I like to overclock but don't invest a lot of time into it, I appreciate faster storage access speeds and I'm a contr...
Extensive Connectivity and inclusion of new technology, Strong on-board audio platform with dual ALC1220 Processors, Genuine commitment to longevity and build quality, Great Aesthetics and LEDs, Good overclocking capability, Easy to use BIOS, Solid, Intui
RGB lighting is limited to 7 colours (This is really picky but could be an issue for some)
I'm genuinely sorry that I have to return this board to MSI after the review cycle - it's the kind of board that I'd purchase for myself. I like to overclock but don't invest a lot of time into it, I appreciate faster storage access speeds and I'm a contr...
Extensive Connectivity and inclusion of new technology, Strong on-board audio platform with dual ALC1220 Processors, Genuine commitment to longevity and build quality, Great Aesthetics and LEDs, Good overclocking capability, Easy to use BIOS, Solid, Intui
RGB lighting is limited to 7 colours (This is really picky but could be an issue for some)
I'm genuinely sorry that I have to return this board to MSI after the review cycle - it's the kind of board that I'd purchase for myself. I like to overclock but don't invest a lot of time into it, I appreciate faster storage access speeds and I'm a contr...
Extensive Connectivity and inclusion of new technology, Strong on-board audio platform with dual ALC1220 Processors, Genuine commitment to longevity and build quality, Great Aesthetics and LEDs, Good overclocking capability, Easy to use BIOS, Solid, Intui
RGB lighting is limited to 7 colours (This is really picky but could be an issue for some)
I'm genuinely sorry that I have to return this board to MSI after the review cycle - it's the kind of board that I'd purchase for myself. I like to overclock but don't invest a lot of time into it, I appreciate faster storage access speeds and I'm a contr...
Extensive Connectivity and inclusion of new technology, Strong on-board audio platform with dual ALC1220 Processors, Genuine commitment to longevity and build quality, Great Aesthetics and LEDs, Good overclocking capability, Easy to use BIOS, Solid, Intui
RGB lighting is limited to 7 colours (This is really picky but could be an issue for some)
I'm genuinely sorry that I have to return this board to MSI after the review cycle - it's the kind of board that I'd purchase for myself. I like to overclock but don't invest a lot of time into it, I appreciate faster storage access speeds and I'm a contr...
Extensive Connectivity and inclusion of new technology, Strong on-board audio platform with dual ALC1220 Processors, Genuine commitment to longevity and build quality, Great Aesthetics and LEDs, Good overclocking capability, Easy to use BIOS, Solid, Intui
RGB lighting is limited to 7 colours (This is really picky but could be an issue for some)
I'm genuinely sorry that I have to return this board to MSI after the review cycle - it's the kind of board that I'd purchase for myself. I like to overclock but don't invest a lot of time into it, I appreciate faster storage access speeds and I'm a contr...
Extensive Connectivity and inclusion of new technology, Strong on-board audio platform with dual ALC1220 Processors, Genuine commitment to longevity and build quality, Great Aesthetics and LEDs, Good overclocking capability, Easy to use BIOS, Solid, Intui
RGB lighting is limited to 7 colours (This is really picky but could be an issue for some)
I'm genuinely sorry that I have to return this board to MSI after the review cycle - it's the kind of board that I'd purchase for myself. I like to overclock but don't invest a lot of time into it, I appreciate faster storage access speeds and I'm a contr...
Most motherboard vendors don't take big risks with aesthetics, and this can be seen when we look at lower-end products with designs that the community asks for, while mid and high-end products always play it safe. MSI took a risk making their Z270 Gaming...
