GIGABYTE MB Z790 AORUS ELITE AX DDR5 WIFI Motherboard for Intel® Core™ 14th, 13th, and 12th Generation LGA1700 Socket
Description
GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS ELITE AX DDR5 WIFI Motherboard
The GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS ELITE AX DDR5 WIFI Motherboard combines cutting-edge technology with premium performance to provide a robust foundation for gamers, enthusiasts, and professionals. Powered by the Intel Z790 chipset, it supports 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Intel Core processors, unlocking powerful multitasking, overclocking capabilities, and seamless gaming experiences.
This motherboard is designed for next-gen performance, featuring DDR5 memory support for lightning-fast speeds and PCIe 5.0 compatibility for high-bandwidth components like GPUs and storage devices. Built with advanced thermal solutions, it ensures stable performance during intensive workloads and overclocking.
The Z790 AORUS ELITE AX includes Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5GbE LAN for ultra-fast networking, alongside a wealth of USB ports, including USB-C, for versatile connectivity. Its sleek and durable design, reinforced PCIe slots, and advanced features make it an excellent choice for high-performance PCs.
Key Features
- Intel Z790 Chipset: Supports 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Intel Core processors for cutting-edge performance and compatibility.
- DDR5 Memory: Faster speeds and improved efficiency for gaming, multitasking, and creative workflows.
- PCIe 5.0 Ready: Future-proof expansion for high-performance GPUs and SSDs.
- Wi-Fi 6E & 2.5GbE LAN: Ensures ultra-fast, low-latency networking for gaming and streaming.
- Advanced Cooling: Features thermal guards, hybrid fan headers, and optimized heat dissipation for stable performance.
- High-Speed Storage: Multiple PCIe Gen4 M.2 slots for rapid data access.
- Comprehensive Connectivity: Includes USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1, and USB 2.0 ports for versatile device compatibility.
- Durable Build: Reinforced PCIe slots and high-quality components ensure long-lasting reliability.
- Q-Flash Plus: Update BIOS without installing a CPU, memory, or graphics card.
Who is it For?
The GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS ELITE AX DDR5 WIFI Motherboard is perfect for gamers, overclockers, and power users seeking exceptional performance, cutting-edge connectivity, and reliable durability for their high-end builds.
Experience unparalleled performance with the GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS ELITE AX — where power meets precision for your next-gen PC.
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CPU
- LGA1700 socket: Support for the 14th, 13th, and 12th Generation Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors
- L3 cache varies with CPU
(Please refer "CPU Support List" for more information.)
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Chipset
- Intel® Z790 Express Chipset
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Memory
- Support for DDR5 7600(O.C.) /7400(O.C.) /7200(O.C.) /7000(O.C.) /6800(O.C.) /6600(O.C.) / 6400(O.C.) / 6200(O.C.) / 6000(O.C.) / 5800(O.C.) / 5600(O.C.) / 5400(O.C.) / 5200(O.C.) / 4800 / 4000 memory modules
- 4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 256 GB (64 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memory
- Dual channel memory architecture
- Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode)
- Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules
- Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
(The CPU and memory configuration may affect the supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules, please refer to "Memory Support List" for more information.)
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Onboard Graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel® HD Graphics support:
- 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@60 Hz
* Support for HDMI 2.1 version and HDCP 2.3.
** Support native HDMI 2.1 TMDS compatible ports. - 1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60
* Support for DisplayPort 1.2 version and HDCP 2.3
(Graphics specifications may vary depending on CPU support.)
- 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@60 Hz
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Audio
- Realtek® Audio CODEC
- High Definition Audio
- 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
* You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings. - Support for S/PDIF Out
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LAN
- Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps)
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Wireless Communication module
Intel® Wi-Fi 6E AX211
- WIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bands
- BLUETOOTH 5.3
- Support for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard and up to 2.4 Gbps data rate
* Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment.
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Expansion Slots
CPU:
- 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x16 (PCIEX16)
* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.
Chipset:
- 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x4 (PCIEX4_1)
- 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x4 (PCIEX4_2)
- 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x16 (PCIEX16)
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Storage Interface
CPU:
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU)
Chipset:
- 2 x M.2 connectors (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2P_SB, M2Q_SB)
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD support) (M2M_SB)
- 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for NVMe SSD storage devices
RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices
* Refer to "2-8 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2 and SATA connectors. -
USB
Chipset:
- 1 x USB Type-C® port on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support
- 1 x USB Type-C® port with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support, available through the internal USB header
- 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel
- 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (3 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header)
Chipset+2 USB 2.0 Hubs:
- 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers)
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Internal I/O Connectors
- 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
- 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
- 1 x CPU fan header
- 1 x water cooling CPU fan header
- 3 x system fan headers
- 1 x system fan/water cooling pump header
- 2 x addressable LED strip headers
- 2 x RGB LED strip headers
- 4 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
- 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
- 1 x front panel header
- 1 x front panel audio header
- 1 x USB Type-C® header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
- 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
- 2 x Thunderbolt™ add-in card connectors
- 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0 module only)
- 1 x reset button
- 1 x Q-Flash Plus button
- 1 x Clear CMOS button
- 1 x reset jumper
- 1 x Clear CMOS jumper
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Back Panel Connectors
- 1 x USB Type-C® port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support
- 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)
- 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
- 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
- 2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)
- 1 x HDMI 2.0 port
- 1 x DisplayPort
- 1 x RJ-45 port
- 1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
- 2 x audio jacks
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I/O Controller
- iTE® I/O Controller Chip
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H/W Monitoring
- Voltage detection
- Temperature detection
- Fan speed detection
- Water cooling flow rate detection
- Fan fail warning
- Fan speed control
* Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install.
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BIOS
- 1 x 256 Mbit flash
- Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
- PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
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Unique Features
- Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC)
* Available applications in GCC may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications. - Support for Q-Flash
- Support for Q-Flash Plus
- Support for Smart Backup
- Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC)
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Bundled Software
- Norton® Internet Security (OEM version)
- LAN bandwidth management software
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Operating System
- Support for Windows 11 64-bit
- Support for Windows 10 64-bit
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Form Factor
- ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm
Additional information
Warranty | 1-Year Warranty |
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