MAG B860 TOMAHAWK WIFI is designed for gamers with a stable; durable and DIY friendly foundation for their PC builds. Coming up with Killer Wi-Fi 7 solution and 5G LAN; Thunderbolt 4; PCIe 5.0 solutions; Supplemental PCIe Power and exclusive EZ DIY features; it's ready for the battlefied of Intel Core Ultra processors.
MSI's mainstream MAG series epitomizes stability and durability and is built to withstand the most intense gaming sessions. The entire lineup features robust construction with metallic-like hardness and excellent heat dissipation; ensuring stability for all critical gaming components.
Ready For AI PC
MSI motherboards are designed with advanced hardware and technology; well-supporting the demanding computing usage of gaming and AI. Moreover; we also introduce AI to MSI Center and BIOS; making everything more effortless than before.
AI Engine provides several categories for you to sync the applications you want to perform and automatically optimizing them to create a comfortable environment.
AI LAN Manager optimizes networking performance and minimizes latency; providing a seamless online experience.
Frozr AI Cooling automatically adjusts fan duty to make sure the system stays in cool; stable and high performance.
Al Boost is an MSI exclusive feature. It overclocks NPU to improve higher Al performance.
EZ DIY
One-Finger - EZ M.2 Installation: MSI's exclusive EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II and EZ M.2 CLIP II make M.2 installation seamless. Insert the SSD card into the slot and press it down to lock it in place with the clip. As fasten the SSD; flick the clip outwards and then the SSD is removed. The process is smooth; and you don't need to use your tools like before. One finger can give you perfect DIY experience.
One-Finger - EZ M.2 CLIP II Remover: Introducing MSI's EZ M.2 CLIP II Remover; a handy tool designed to simply switching or repositioning the EZ M.2 CLIP II on your motherboard. This tool allows users to effortlessly detach the EZ M.2 CLIP II from the motherboard and reattach it to any desired M.2 slot. It is included in the accessory kit that comes with MSI motherboards.
One-Finger - EZ PCIe Release: An easy-to-access physical button release mechanism that can help remove any PCIe card with a single tap; making it much easier to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device; streamlining the entire process and enhancing user experience.
One-Finger - EZ Button - Flash the BIOS: Flash the BIOS with only a connected power supply by following a few steps. CPU and memory not required.
One-Finger - EZ Button - Clear CMOS Button: Restore the BIOS to the default settings - helpful in 99% of the cases to successfully boot again.
One Hand - Pre-Installed I/O Shield: The Pre-Installed I/O Shield offers a streamlined and hassle-free installation experience by eliminating the need to manually fit the I/O shield during motherboard setup. With its built-in design; it ensures proper alignment and a secure fit; providing both protection and convenience while enhancing the overall durability of your build.
One Hand - EZ Mounting: MSI motherboards circuitry ensure the case standoff keep out zones are pure and clean. Moreover; the protective paint is printed around each screw hole to prevent parts from being scratched or damaged to the motherboard.
One Step - EZ Antenna: MSI EZ Antenna makes the process effortless by simply attaching fasteners to the motherboard without rotation.
One Step - EZ Conn-Design (JAF_1): The MSI exclusive JAF_1 header allows MPG EZ120 ARGB fan to operate with a single cable. Alternatively; the JAF_1 header can be converted into additional ARGB Gen 1 and fan headers by using a dedicated 1-to-2 EZ Conn-cable; streamlining and optimizing the entire building process.
One Step - EZ Front Panel Cable: This cable takes care of the tedious part of the build process; makes motherboard front panel connections quickly and accurately.
One Step - Driver Utility Installer: Once connected to the internet; MSI Driver Utility Installer will detect and present suitable drivers and utilities automatically; you can download and install with just a few clicks.
One Glance - EZ Debug LED: Onboard LEDs will indicate the source of the problem so you know exactly where to look to get up and running again.
One Glance - EZ Memory Detection LED: This LED lights up when it detects faulty memory in slots; eliminating guesswork from troubleshooting.
One Glance - EZ Identify - Header With Different Color: To better differentiate between pin headers for different purposes; mark the pump sys header and ARGB headers in white and PCIe 8-pin header in gray; enabling users to manage cables more efficiently.
One Glance - EZ Identify - Identify M.2 Signal Source: The motherboard has a detailed M.2 signal source list printed on it; allowing you to easily identify them.
One Glance - EZ Identify - Identify USB Speed: Change the way USB speeds are described to numbers (rather than the confusing names like USB 3.2 Gen 2x2) for better understanding.
One Click - EZ Overclocking: While overclocking can be overly complex for some; MSI Click BIOS X made it more accessible with multiple one-click overclock features for both processor and memory; allowing users to easily enhance system performance without delving into intricate settings.
One Click - EZ Overclocking - Game Boost: One-click CPU overclock automatically optimizes your CPU performance; instantly tuning it to the best possible level.
One Click - EZ Overclocking - AI Boost: An intelligent algorithm boosts NPU performance to get the best possible AI performance when you need additional horsepower.
One Click - EZ Overclocking - XMP: Choose from preset XMP profiles to automatically overclock compatible DDR memory for optimal performance.
One Click - EZ Optimization: A host of features inject artificial intelligence into key aspects of your computing experience to make smarter; real-time optimizations. The MSI Center offers a clean; minimal interface to customize and manage your PC settings. The AI Engine; for example; automatically adjusts settings based on the applications you're using; ensuring seamless performance.
One Click - AI Boost: MSI AI Boost offers three-stage NPU overclocking; allowing users to adjust NPU performance based on their specific needs. This easy-to-use feature makes NPU overclocking both convenient and accessible; enabling users to boost NPU power effortlessly. Tested by MSI OC LAB; AI Boost can achieve up to a 27% performance increase; significantly improving AI computing tasks.
Ultra Performance
Power Solution - Power Design - 12+1+1+1 DRPS Rail Power Design: Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built with digital CPU power system. Combining 8 + 8-pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology; MAG series motherboard is ready to sustain heavy gaming loadings.
Power Solution - Optimized PCB Solution: The PCB design has been optimized for higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds; which is also beneficial for reliable circuit transmission.
Power Solution - EZ OC Tuning - Performance Preset: MSI exclusive Performance Preset is a more intuitive way to boost performance by setting the power limitation as your preference. There are four level setting - Intel Default Settings; MSI Performance Settings; MSI Extreme Settings and MSI Unlimited Settings.
Power Solution - EZ OC Tuning - CPU Lite Load Control: CPU Lite Load Control is a feature that allows for easy adjustment of the AC/DC loadline settings. It is primarily used to fine-tune the CPU's operating voltage to optimize power consumption and thermal performance. The system can maintain stable performance while improving energy efficiency; reducing overall power consumption and temperature. This feature is ideal for users who want more precise control over system power management.
Power Solution - EZ OC Tuning - BCLK Control: MSI motherboards feature a dedicated clockgen; enabling flexible BCLK overclocking. Users can choose to sync CPU and SOC BCLK or adjust them separately; allowing for precise; independent tuning of each for optimal performance. This flexibility enhances the overclocking experience; letting users fine-tune settings for improved stability and system efficiency.
Power Solution - OC Engine: OC Engine is a precision clock generator for extreme overclocking; allowing users to adjust base clock (BCLK) frequencies independently for enhanced CPU performance. It ensures stability while pushing system limits; making it ideal for overclocking enthusiasts aiming to maximize performance and achieve new records with safety and control.
Power Solution - More For Performance - 1-Second Overclocking: MSI Game Boost enables one-second overclocking; giving you the performance boost you need to get more FPS.
Power Solution - More For Performance - Load-Line Calibration: What you set; is what you get. LLC makes sure your CPU voltage remains 100% stable under any load. This greatly improves stability when demanding more CPU performance.
Power Solution - More For Performance - Overvoltage Protection: Prevents potential short-circuit damage to the CPU and other critical components.
Memory - DDR5 Memory Support With High Performance: A huge step of DDR performance enhancement with the latest DDR5 memory. Combines with dedicated SMT welding process and MSI Memory Boost technology; MAG B860 TOMAHAWK WIFI is ready to deliver the world-class memory performance.
Memory - Memory Extension Mode: Memory Extension Mode provides optimized memory parameters for enhanced capability at the same frequency; achieving lower latency and higher performance. Furthermore; Memory Extension Mode can combine XMP profiles to maximize memory frequency; enabling users to effortlessly discover the best configuration based on their requirements.
Protection - Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS): Transient Voltage Suppressors (TVS) are safety devices used to protect against excessive voltage. All motherboard models of MSI are equipped with TVS. When the voltage abnormally rises; the TVS switches from a high-resistance state to a low-resistance state; diverting the excessive voltage to ground. This helps prevent circuit damage caused by high voltage.
Protection - Solid Pin Design: The 4-pin; 8-pin; and 24-pin power connectors of MSI motherboards are all designed with solid pins. The solid pin design allows for a more stable transmission of 12V power to the CPU; even when handling high current loads.
Protection - Anti-corrosive Stainless Steel IO Shield: An extra layer of sponge materials along with corrosive resistance IO Shield to help improve static electricity and reduce electromagnetic radiation noise from the system as well as much more durable compare to traditional IO Shields.
Protection - Over Current Protection: MSI motherboards prioritize safety with the embedded Overcurrent Protection (OCP); ensuring crucial components such as the USB ports; DDR memory; PWM IC; and CPU are shielded from excessive current. This proactive defense mechanism curtails the risk of damage or malfunction due to power surges; promoting long-term system stability. This commitment to safeguarding your hardware underscores MSI's dedication to producing motherboards that prioritize durability and stability.
Protection - The Grounding Structure of Power Phases: The grounding structure of power phases is the MSI's exclusive design. This patented design enables to suppress the electromagnetic interference (EMI) generated by the power phases and helps to efficiently conduct heat to the copper plane with grounding properties.
Frozr Design
Frozr Guard - Extended Heatsink: Extended Heatsink enlarges the surface of heat dissipation and maintain the performance at heavy loads.
Frozr Guard - Double-sided M.2 Shield Frozr: Strengthened M.2 thermal solution helps keep M.2 SSD safe and ensures incredible performance.
Frozr Guard - Heavy Plated VRM Heatsink: The VRM heatsink covers the upper MOS and helps dissipate the heat.
Frozr Guard - 7W/mK Thermal Pad & Additional Choke Pad: High-quality 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads and additional choke thermal pads ensure stable performance when all cores are runnging at high speed.
Frozr Guard - Enlarged Chipset Heatsink: The enlarged heatsink is designed to reduce dust and noise and capable of maintaining high efficiency of heat dissipation.
Frozr Sync - System Cooling - DIY 2.0 - Integrating With The System Environment: Connect and synchronize with MSI coolers and cases with strategically positioned pin-header locations including a dedicated pump-fan header.
Frozr Sync - Combo Fan Header: The MSI Combo Fan Header is a versatile component; functioning as both a pump and or fan header. The header will automatically detects whether it is either pump or PWM/DC fan; with it's distinctive gray color ensuring easy identification.
Frozr Control - Cooling Wizard: Cooling Wizard serves as a comprehensive solution for managing fan settings across all MSI products. It ensures superior cooling performance and noise reduction for your gaming PC; offering compatibility with PWM/DC fans and pumps; customizable options; and intuitive temperature monitoring for optimal operation with one click.
Frozr Control - Frozr AI Cooling: Frozr AI Cooling targets CPU and GPU temperatures. The AI system detects CPU and GPU temperatures and automatically adjusts the fan duty of system fans to ensure optimal performance.
Frozr Control - Auto Detect Fan: MSI fan headers automatically detect fans running in DC or PWM mode for optimal tuning of fan speeds and silence. Hysteresis also makes your fans spin up fluently to make sure your system stays silent; no matter what.
Trilink
Networking - Flawless Connection - High-Bandwidth And Low-Latency Network: MSI's premium network solution provides incredible data transfer speed for demanding users.
Networking - The Next Gen Wi-Fi Solution - Wi-Fi 7: Wi-Fi 7 is the latest wireless solution that takes a huge leap forward with multiple improvements to meet the traffic demand brought and the growing number of wireless devices.
Networking - WiFi 7 Solution - Upgrade to Wi-Fi 7: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) introduced higher speeds; wider channels; improved efficiency; and reduced latency over Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax). It also improved battery life and provided better performance in crowded environments.
Networking - WiFi 7 Solution - Data Transfer Rate: The Wi-Fi 7 provides maximum speeds to a whopping 5.8 Gbps! 2.4 times faster than previous Wi-Fi 6/6E standards; Wi-Fi 7 is set to be the wireless standard of the future.
Networking - WiFi 7 Solution - Channel Size: Previous Wi-Fi generations have had to make do with 160MHz channel widths. Wi-Fi 7 brings this width up to 320MHz (on 6GHz) - ensuring better reliability during simultaneous transmissions at max speeds.
Networking - WiFi 7 Solution - Higher Order Modulation: The higher QAM(Quadrature Amplitude Modulation) value; the more data each packet can carry. Wi-Fi 7 improves the modulation scheme from 1024-QAM to 4096-QAM - boosting peak transmission rates and network capacity.
Networking - WiFi 7 Solution - Multi-Link Operation: Wi-Fi 7 enables devices to simultaneously send and receive data across several frequency bands and channels to meet the traffic demand brought and the growing number of wireless devices.
Networking - Intel Killer Performance Suite: Equipped with Intel Killer LAN / Killer Wi-Fi; you can use the Intel Killer Performance Suite. It not only prioritizes frequently used applications but also provides recommendations to optimize network quality.
Storage - Fast And Future-Ready Storage: MSI MAG series motherboards support all the latest storage standards; which allows users to connect any ultra-fast storage device. Start games faster; load levels faster and have a real advantage over your enemies.
Expansion - Lightning Gen 5 PCI-E: Doubling over the previous generation; the bandwidth of a x16 interface can reach 128GB/s.
Expansion - Lightning Gen 5 PCI-E - SMT PCIE 5.0 Slot: The advanced SMT(Surface Mount Technology) PCIE slot diminish interference and electrical noise; fully support the PCI-E 5.0 signal.
Expansion - Lightning Gen 5 PCI-E - Steel Armor II: Compared to the previous generation; Steel Armor II's weight endurance has increased by 21%; ensuring excellent signal transmission quality.
Expansion - PCIe Supplemental Power: The exclusive Supplemental PCIe Power connector provides dedicated power for the high-power demands of GPUs used in AI computing and gaming; ensuring stable; efficient; and sustained performance.
Expansion - TBT4 Support - Daisy Chain: Connect multiple Thunderbolt devices in a daisy chain; allowing data; power; and video signals to flow from the computer to up to five accessories. Alternatively; use a Thunderbolt hub or dock to consolidate all accessories into a single connection to your Thunderbolt computer.
Expansion - TBT4 Support - External Storage/Docks: Thunderbolt lets gamers play large file-sized games directly from an external drive; freeing up computer storage. Creators can quickly back up large video and photo files for peace of mind. With 40 Gbps bandwidth; Thunderbolt efficiently handles data and video; ideal for heavy workloads and fast file transfers.
Expansion - TBT4 Support - Video Display: Rich display options: Up to two 4K 60 Hz displays or one 8K 60 Hz display on a single connection.
Expansion - TBT5 Ready - Ready for the Future - Thunderbolt 5 Ready: Delivers up to 160 Gbps of total bandwidth transmission for the latest super-speed devices and drives. The ports can be employed for up to multiple external 8K displays; and support up to 27W of rapid power delivery charging.
Experience
Audio - The Isolated Analogy Structure for Audio Connectors: To provide clear voice; MSI develops a unique structure - Isolated Analogy Structure. The external metal framework of the audio connectors is separated from the internal layout; which ensures the sound quality crisp.
Mystic Light - Glow Your PC: Splash on some color and vibrant RGB lighting effects using Mystic Light utility of MSI Center; which has million colors and fancy LED effects. Enjoy the full control and creativity of your PC's lighting with one software.
Mystic Light - Synchronized - Extend Your RGB Experience With Ease: Add more color if you want! Mystic Light Extension pin header provides an intuitive way to control additional RGB strips and other RGB peripherals added to a system; without needing a separate RGB controller.
BIOS - CLICK BIOS X: MSI's newly designed CLICK BIOS X offers an aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly experience. The new design ensures that users of all experience levels can quickly access and adjust system configurations with ease.
Software - MSI Center: MSI brand new MSI Center unifies a suite of MSI software utilities into a single centralized application. Take control of advanced motherboards features and unleash endless possibilities.
Software - Exclusive UI of AIDA64 Extreme: MSI motherboards provide 60 days free trial of AIDA64 Extreme - MSI edition. AIDA64 Extreme is an almighty application for system information; diagnostics and benchmarks. With the application; you can monitor the detailed hardware and software information on PC and save it to file in multiple formats such as CSV and HTML.
Software - Opt-in to Cyber Safety with Norton 360 Deluxe: Multiple layers of protection for your devices; online privacy features including our Secure VPN; plus Dark Web Monitoring - all in a single solution. With MSI motherboards; you can enjoy a 60-day free trial of Norton 360 Deluxe.
Product Features:
- Support Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) for LGA 1851 socket
- Supports DDR5 Memory; Dual Channel DDR5 9200+ MT/s (OC)
- Ultra Performance - 12+1+1+1 Duet Rail Power System 60A SPS; dual 8-pin CPU power connectors; Core Boost; Memory Boost; 6-layer PCB made by 2oz thickened copper and server-grade level material
- Frozr Guard - Extended Heatsink; MOSFET thermal pads rated for 7W/mK; additional choke thermal pads and EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II are built for high performance system and non-stop experience
- EZ DIY - EZ PCIe Release; EZ M.2 Shield Frozr II; EZ M.2 Clip II and EZ Antenna
- Lightning Fast Game experience - PCIe 5.0 slot; Lightning Gen 5 x4 M.2
- Ultra Connect - Thunderbolt 4 port; Intel Killer 5G LAN & Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 Solution - the latest solution for professional and multimedia use; delivering secure; stable; and high-speed networking and data transmission
- Audio Boost - Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience
Specifications:
- Operating System: Support for Windows 11 64-bit
- CPU:
- Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
- Socket LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel B860 Chipset
- CPU Socket: Socket LGA 1851
- Form Factor: ATX Form Factor
- Memory:
- 4 x DDR5 UDIMM; Maximum Memory Capacity 256GB
- Memory Support 9200 - 6400 (OC) MT/s / 6400 - 4800 (JEDEC) MT/s
- Max. overclocking frequency:
- 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 9200+ MT/s
- 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 7200+ MT/s
- 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MT/s
- 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 5600+ MT/s
- Supports Intel POR Speed and JEDEC Speed
- Supports Memory Overclocking and Intel XMP 3.0
- Supports Dual-Controller Dual-Channel mode
- Supports Non-ECC; Un-buffered memory
- Supports CUDIMM
- LAN: Intel Killer E5000 5Gbps LAN
- Wireless LAN:
- Intel Killer BE1750x Wi-Fi 7
- The Wireless module is pre-installed in the M.2 (Key-E) slot
- Supports MU-MIMO TX/RX; 2.4GHz / 5GHz / 6GHz (320MHz) up to 5.8Gbps
- Supports 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac/ ax/ be
- Bluetooth: Supports Bluetooth 5.4; MLO; 4KQAM
- Audio:
- Realtek ALC897: 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio; Supports S/PDIF output
- Storage:
- 1 x M.2 Gen5 x4 128Gbps slot
- 2 x M.2 Gen4 x4 64Gbps slots
- 4 x SATA 6Gbps ports
- Onboard Graphics:
- 1 x HDMI: Support HDMI 2.1 with FRL; maximum resolution of 8K 60Hz
- 1 x DisplayPort: Support DisplayPort 1.4; maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz
- 1 x Type-C DisplayPort: Thunderbolt 4 port; supporting DisplayPort 2.1 with UHBR20 over USB Type-C; with a maximum resolution of 4K@120Hz / 8K@60Hz
- RAID: Supports RAID 0; RAID 1; RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices
- I/O (Rear):
- Clear CMOS Button
- DisplayPort
- USB 2.0 (Flash BIOS Port)
- 5G LAN
- USB 10Gbps Type-A
- Audio Connectors
- Flash BIOS Button
- Thunderbolt 4 40Gbps (Type-C)
- HDMI
- USB 2.0
- USB 10Gbps Type-A
- USB 10Gbps Type-C
- Wi-Fi / Bluetooth
- S/PDIF-OUT
- Expansion Slots:
- 2 x PCI-E x16 slot
- 1 x PCI-E x1 slot
- PCI_E1 Gen PCIe 5.0 supports up to x16 (From CPU)
- PCI_E2 Gen PCIe 4.0 supports up to x1 (From Chipset)
- PCI_E3 Gen PCIe 4.0 supports up to x4 (From Chipset)
- USB (Front):
- 2 x USB 5Gbps Type A
- 1 x USB 10Gbps Type C
- 4 x USB 2.0
- USB (Rear):
- 4 x USB 10Gbps Type A
- 1 x USB 10Gbps Type C
- 1 x USB 40Gbps Type C
- 4 x USB 2.0
- Type-C Port:
- 1 x USB 10Gbps Type C (Rear)
- 1 x USB 10Gbps Type C (Front)
- 1 x USB 40Gbps Type C (Rear)
- Internal Connectors:
- 1 x Thunderbolt5 card connector
- 1 x Power Connector(ATX_PWR)
- 2 x Power Connector(CPU_PWR)
- 1 x Power Connector(PCIE_PWR 8pin)
- 1 x CPU Fan
- 1 x Combo Fan (Pump_Sys Fan)
- 5 x System Fan
- 1 x ARGB+FAN Header (JAF_1)
- 2 x Front Panel (JFP)
- 1 x Chassis Intrusion (JCI)
- 1 x Front Audio (JAUD)
- 1 x Tuning Controller connector(JDASH)
- 3 x Addressable V2 RGB LED connector (JARGB_V2)
- 2 x RGB LED connector(JRGB)
- 1 x TPM pin header(Support TPM 2.0)
- 1 x OC dashboard connector(JDASH1)
- 4 x USB 2.0 ports
- 2 x USB 5Gbps Type A ports
- 1 x USB 10Gbps Type C ports
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 9.60 in.
- Manufacturer Warranty: 3 Years
