Storm Score 70 out of 100
Reviews 1 published
Outlets 1 publications
Top Outlet Tom's Hardware highest score
% Positive 100% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“The Supermicro C9Z490‑PGW delivers solid performance with server-grade features like 10 GbE and extra PCIe lanes, but its bland design, lack of RGB, and clumsy BIOS limit its appeal for typical gamers.”

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70 / 100
Tier Distribution 1 review total
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Universal Acclaim (90–100): 0 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 1 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 0 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Excellent VRM cooling
  • Multiple PCIe lanes via PLX chip
  • 10 GbE network port
  • Wi‑Fi 6 connectivity

Points of Contention

  • Limited RGB lighting

Professional Reviews

1 review from 1 critic
70
Joe Shields
Tom's Hardware

“The Supermicro C9Z490‑PGW is a solid board to build your socket 1200 system around.”

Acclaimed 3.5/5

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