ASUS ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming WiFi 6E LGA 1700

ROG STRIX Z790-E GAMING WIFI

Intel® Z790 LGA 1700 ATX motherboard with 18 + 1 power stages, DDR5, five M.2 slots, PCIe® 5.0 NVMe® SSD slot with M.2 Combo-Sink, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot with Q-Release, Wi-Fi 6E, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® rear I/O port and front-panel connector with PD 3.0 up to 30 W, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and Aura Sync RGB lighting

• Intel® LGA 1700 socket: Ready for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ processors & 12th Gen Intel Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors
• Robust Power Solution: 18 + 1 power solution rated for 90 A per stage with dual ProCool II power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes, and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors
• Optimized VRM Thermals: Massive heatsinks with integrated I/O cover high-conductivity thermal pads, and connected with an L-shaped heatpipe
• Next-Gen M.2 Support: PCIe® 5.0 M.2 slot with Combo-sink and backplate, and four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots all with heatsinks
• Abundant Connectivity: USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® rear I/O port and front-panel connector with PD 3.0 up to 30W, eleven additional USB 3.2 Gen 2 and Gen 1 ports, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot, HDMI® 2.1, and DisplayPort™ 1.4
• High-Performance Networking: On-board Intel Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard
• Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking and Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation to simplify setup and improve performance
• Immersive Gaming Audio: ALC4080 with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier, along with DTS® Sound Unbound and Sonic Studio III
• Unmatched Personalization: ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including one RGB header and three addressable Gen 2 headers
• DIY Friendly Design: PCIe Slot Q-Release, M.2 Q-Latch, pre-mounted I/O shield, Q-LED, BIOS FlashBack™ button, BIOS FlashBack LED, and Clear CMOS button
• Renowned Software: Bundled 60-day AIDA64 Extreme trial subscription and intuitive UEFI BIOS dashboard with integrated MemTest86
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Slash the 6 GHz barrier in style with the Strix Z790-E. Translucent shrouds outline its RGB ignition panel, alluding to its ability to jump into lightspeed under the guidance of AI Overclocking and a hyper-reactive VRM. DDR5 enhancements and an assortment of PCIe 5.0 options ramp up velocity even further, and setup is a breeze thanks to its unique Q-Design feature set.

AI OVERCLOCKING

Effortless performance boost

AI COOLING II

One-click fan tuning

EXTENSIVE GEN 5

x1 PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, and x1 onboard M.2​

USB 3.2 GEN 2X2

x1 I/O port, and x1 connector for PD 3.0 at 30 W

ROBUST POWER SOLUTION

7800+ MT/s, AEMP II, XMP​

WI-FI 6E

DIY-FRIENDLY DESIGN

DIY-FRIENDLY FEATURES

START BUTTON

This convenient button removes the need to manually jump hard-to-reach pins during testing and troubleshooting.

SPECIFICATIONS

PERFORMANCE

1. Dual ProCool II Power Connectors
2. Intel® Socket LGA 1700 for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors, and 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold, and Celeron® Processors​
3. Expansion Slots

• 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Safeslot (x16)​ [CPU]​
• 2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (x4) [Chipset]

1. 18 + 1 Power Stages
2. DDR5 7800+ (OC)

• 4 x DIMM
• Dual channel

1. 5 x M.2 Slots​

• 1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4)​
• 3 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)​
• 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA)​

COOLING

1. Integrated I/O &
2. VRM Heatsink
3. M.2 Combo-Sink
4. 3 x M.2 Heatsinks
5. AIO Pump Header
6. Chipset Heatsink
7. 5 x 4-pin PWM Chassis Fan Headers​

GAMING IMMERSION

1. Aura Lighting
2. SupremeFX ALC4080 Codec +
3. Savitech SV3H712 AMP

• Impedance sense
• 120 dB SNR stereo playback output​
• 113 dB SNR recording input​
• SupremeFX shielding

1. Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer +
2. Sonic Suite Companion
3. Sonic Radar III
4. DTS® Sound Unbound™
5. 3 x 3-Pin Addressable Gen 2 RGB Headers​
6. 1 x 4-Pin Aura RGB Header​

CONNECTIVITY

1. 1 x HDMI® Port
2. 1 x Display Port
3. Clear CMOS Button
4. BIOS FlashBack™ Button
5. 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports (4 x Type-A)
6. 7 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Ports
7. (6 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
8. 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Port
9. (USB Type-C®)​
10. Intel® 2.5 G Ethernet Port
11. Wi-Fi 6E
12. Optical S/PDIF Out Port
13. 5 x Gold-plated Audio Jacks
14. 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 USB Type-C® Front Panel Connector
15. 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header
16. (Supports 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports)​
17. 4 x SATA 6 Gb/s Ports
18. 2 x USB 2.0 Headers
19. (Supports 4 x USB 2.0 Ports)
20. 1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) Header

ALL-ROUND PERFORMANCE

Every aspect of the Strix Z790-E is finely tuned so the processor, memory, and connected devices can run in lockstep in order to achieve breakneck speeds.

OVERCLOCKING

AI OVERCLOCKING

Tuning is now faster and smarter than ever before. ASUS AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration and push the system to its limits. Predicted values can be engaged automatically or used as a launching ground for further experimentation.

PCIE 5.0

Fully embracing the new standard, the Strix Z790-E offers end-to-end PCIe 5.0 support. The topmost x16 expansion slot is Gen 5-ready, and is protected with a SafeSlot retention bracket to bear the weight of the latest graphics cards. One of the onboard M.2 slots is geared for blistering 16 GB/s read and write speeds thanks to its PCIe 5.0 interface, while all the rest can deliver still-impressive 8 GB/s transfers. Every M.2 slot is covered with substantial heatsinks to dispatch the heat of next-gen drives.​

POWER DESIGN

EIGHT-LAYER PCB

A multi-layered printed circuit board design quickly dissipates heat around the voltage regulators to improve overall system stability and provide the CPU with more overclocking headroom.

MEMORY

DDR5 DOMINATION

ROG has a long legacy of flexing the fastest memory performance, and DDR5 is no outlier. Thanks to improved signal routing, now enthusiast-grade kits have been driven far beyond the 7 GT/s mark on the Strix Z790-E, and who knows how far future DIMMs can go? Seasoned veterans can test their mettle by tinkering with the extensive array of tuning options in the UEFI.​

AEMP II

ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) is an exclusive hardware and firmware solution to overclock generic memory modules. AEMP’s second version allows for automatic tuning of kits during system startup and leverages the PCB trace optimizations of the Strix Z790-E to push frequencies higher than ever before. AEMP II can even overclock mixed kits in a quad-DIMM arrangement, and the vast library of support now extends to nearly every DDR5 module that does not otherwise have XMP support.

COOLING

VRM

1. VRM HEATSINK ARRAY
2. Covering the power solution are two thick heatsinks with strategic airflow channels for increased heat dissipation while powering high-performance Intel 13th Gen processors.

M.2

1. M.2 COMBO-SINK
2. An M.2 heatsink with a direct-contact heat pipe efficiently transfers thermal energy away from a mounted drive and into the path of chassis airflow, ensuring optimal operating temperatures.
3. M.2 BACKPLATE
4. An integrated backplate on the mid-board M.2 slot helps ensure that a high-performance PCIe 5.0 drive can deliver peak performance, even when airflow is restricted.
5. M.2 HEATSINKS
6. Heatsinks cover every slot to help keep onboard NVME SSDs at optimal temperatures for consistent performance and reliability.

CPU

CPU FAN HEADERS

A dedicated pair of PWM/DC fan headers provides easy access to CPU coolers.

AIO PUMP FAN HEADER

A dedicated PWM/DC header connects self-contained water-cooling setups.

CHASSIS

4-PIN FAN HEADERS

The Strix Z790-E features five chassis fan headers, each supporting auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.​

LEADING CONNECTIVITY

Lightning-fast networking keeps the Strix Z790-E in sync with the outside world for uninterrupted gaming and creation. In addition to breakneck data transfers, connected devices can now top-up quickly thanks to 30 W charging support. And SupremeFX audio makes sound clear and punchy to shape truly immersive experiences.

NETWORKING

WI-FI 6E

Onboard Wi-Fi 6E technology takes advantage of newly available spectrum in the 6 GHz band to provide up to seven 160 MHz channels for ultrafast throughput and better performance in dense wireless environments.

INTEL 2.5 G ETHERNET

Low-latency gaming, speedy file transfers, and high-resolution video streaming are among the many perks of onboard Intel® 2.5 Gbps Ethernet.

1. MAGNETIC BASE
2. A powerful magnetic base secures the antenna on the top or side of the PC case.
3. ADJUSTABLE DESIGN
4. Four-way positioning enables better signal reception.
5. WI-FI 6E ANTENNA
6. The antenna has two built-in transmitters and receivers to enable faster transmission speeds, and it supports the 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz bands.

*Wi-Fi 6E availability and features are dependent on regulatory limitations and co-existence with 5 GHz Wi-Fi.

USB

USB 3.2 GEN 2X2

The Strix Z790-E comes loaded with two USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® connectors for speedy data transfers up to 20 Gbps. One is a port on the rear I/O; the other can be attached to the chassis front panel and it also features Power Delivery (PD) 3.0 technology to quickly charge devices up to 30 W.

AUDIO

SUPREMEFX

ROG SupremeFX is a unique blend of hardware and software technologies that provide superior audio. The Strix Z790-E implementation features the ALC4080 codec for high-resolution playback up to 32-bit/384 kHz across all channels. Front-panel output is streamed through the integrated Savitech amplifier that can drive high-fidelity acoustics to a wide variety of speakers and headsets.

AUDIO LINE SHIELDING

A specially designed circuit separation reduces electromagnetic interference from the motherboard and attached devices for cleaner audio.

PLAY IN STYLE

Black PCB and heatsinks compliment most hardware, and customizable RGB lighting furthers the flexibility. Pair the Strix Z790-E with other products from the diverse ROG ecosystem to create a fully customized gaming setup that reflects your personal style.

ID DESIGN

UNDENIABLY ROG STRIX

Diagonal slats, brushed aluminum, and bold RGB have become hallmarks of the ROG aesthetic, and the Strix Z790-E bears all of them with pride. But for this generation, translucent diffusers line the I/O shroud and the Q-Release array, softly contrasting the metallic heatsinks nearby.

AURA SYNC

OUTSHINE THE COMPETITION

ROG Strix motherboards feature ASUS Aura technology, enabling full lighting control and a variety of presets for both onboard RGB LEDs and third-party accessories. Effects can be easily synced across compatible ROG graphics cards, monitors, keyboards, and mice to give your setup a unified look.

Rainbow

ADDRESSABLE GEN 2 RGB HEADERS

The ROG Strix Z790-E features onboard Gen 2 RGB headers that automatically optimize lighting effects for the number of LEDs present in compatible ARGB gear. The headers are also fully backwards compatible with Gen 1 RGB devices, giving you flexibility to light up as you choose.

COMPATIBILITY

COOLER COMPATIBILITY

The ROG Strix Z790-E bears the same LGA 1700 socket as the Z690 models, so it is backward compatible with all coolers that supported the previous generation, including all AIO offerings from ASUS and ROG.

SOFTWARE UTILITIES

A myriad of ROG-exclusive tools put advanced system tuning and configuration at your fingertips.

INTELLIGENT CONTROL

AI COOLING II

Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click. A proprietary ASUS algorithm slashes unnecessary noise while running a quick stress test, and then monitors CPU temperatures to dynamically adjust fans to optimal speeds.

TWO-WAY AI NOISE CANCELATION

This utility leverages a massive deep-learning database to reduce over 5 million types of background noise from incoming or outgoing audio, helping ensure crystal-clear communication in games or calls.

HEAR THE DIFFERENCE

0:20

0:20

AI ON

AI OFF

AI NETWORKING

GameFirst VI optimizes networking performance by allocating bandwidth in real time based on application usage scenarios and corresponding learning algorithms. The latest update includes dedicated support for GeForce NOW to ensure the lowest latency possible during intense game streaming sessions.

OPTIMIZATION

UEFI BIOS

The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as more comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.

ADVANCED MODE

MEMTEST86

For diagnostic convenience, MemTest86 has been pre-installed into the ROG UEFI. Run the test to pinpoint memory issues without the need to start up the OS or attach a USB drive. Memory test results are stored in the BIOS archives for later reference.

My Favorites

Quickly locate tuning options and add preferred tools to your favorites list.

EZ Flash 3

Flash the latest BIOS via the internet from within the BIOS.

S.M.A.R.T.

Check your storage device Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) logs to gauge reliability or to identify potential failures.

GPU POST

Automatically detect selected ASUS graphics cards to view detailed information.

Secure Erase

Restore your SSDs and NVMe storage to factory settings.

Last Modified Log

Track the last change and save preferred profiles to a USB drive.

SATA Port Renaming

Rename SATA ports for easy identification.

ASUS User Profile

Port configuration settings between different BIOS versions or share them with friends.

Q-Fan Control

Configure the fan's operating speed manually or use pre-configured Standard, Silent, Turbo, or Full Speed modes. By default, system fans will automatically switch to full speed if the temperature reaches 75° C.

Aura On/Off mode (Stealth)

Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LED, for a more subdued aesthetic.

EZ MODE

Intuitive Graphical Fan Controls

Fine-tune individual fans simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.

Storage Information

View SATA port details for easy device recognition.

Clock Adjustment

Click on the settings icon to quickly change time and date settings.

AI SUITE 3

The AI Suite 3 dashboard contains a set of intuitive controls that boost CPU performance while maintaining system stability.

TURBO CORE APP

Modern processors feature per-core tuning, and the ASUS Turbo app makes use of this feature by letting you assign applications to specific processor cores, prioritizing computing power where it's needed most.

GAMING AUDIO

SONIC STUDIO III

Sonic Studio supports HRTF-based (head-related transfer function*) virtual surround for headsets, casting an immersive aural landscape that draws you deeper into the action. The intuitive Sonic Studio interface also offers a range of EQ options and one-click presets, allowing you to tailor acoustics to suit personal preferences or the characteristics of your headset.

*A head-related transfer function is an audio algorithm derived from sound data recorded through a dummy head. Test tones are played from a spherical grid around the dummy head to obtain subtle changes in sounds that come from different directions. The results are combined into an algorithm that allows Sonic Studio's virtual surround to process sound true to life.

APP-SPECIFIC PROFILES

Apply customized audio settings to different applications, so everything you do is perfectly tuned to the way you want to listen.

DTS SOUND UNBOUND

Through the pre-loaded DTS® Sound Unbound™ app, the ROG Strix Z790-E envelops you in rich audio, conjuring whole new levels of immersion for extraordinary gaming and entertainment experiences. By exploiting Microsoft spatial sound technology, DTS Sound Unbound creates an audial 3D space — putting you right in the middle of the soundscape, where you can sense the location and direction of every gunshot, footstep, or other sound in your virtual environment.

*DTS Sound Unbound requires in-game support. Check with developers for supported titles.

STEREO SOUND

Discrete left, and right audio channels enable headphone or two-speaker setups.

SURROUND SOUND

Audio is split and served over multiple speaker channels – e.g., 5.1 or 7.1 – to create an enveloping experience on a single, logical plane.​

SPATIAL SOUND

A virtual 360-degree soundscape immerses you in a realistic sonic experience.

AIDA64 EXTREME

The ROG Strix Z790-E includes a sixty-day AIDA64 Extreme subscription, a tool that provides detailed information about hardware and software, as well as benchmarks to measure the performance of the entire system or individual components. AIDA64 Extreme includes a monitoring and diagnostics feature to detect and prevent hardware issues. All vital system sensors can be tracked in real time, allowing voltage readings, fan speeds, and temperature information to be displayed on the desktop or sent to dedicated displays or to the LCD panels of ROG AIO liquid coolers*.

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