Review: MSI Z370 PC Pro

Conclusion

There is little doubt that the Intel Core 8th Gen processors and Z370 motherboards make for an ideal performance base in late 2017. Able to house up to six cores yet without the extra cost associated with a truly high-end desktop platform, the question is which motherboard gets your vote.

Our checklist would have to include dual M.2 slots and USB 3.1 Gen 2 over and above what the Z370 chipset provides, and given that value is often a primary concern in the mainstream market, the board should be available at an attractive price.

The MSI Z370 PC Pro is that board. Priced from £115 and even housing lighting on the underside, if that's your thing, we see it as an ideal companion to a Core i5-8400 or, when overclocked to a reasonable degree, the top-of-the-line 8700K.

If you are willing to compromise on SLI certification and a few extra bells and whistles, MSI makes a strong mainstream case with the Z370 PC Pro. Recommended.

MSI Z370 Gaming PC Pro

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