Gigabyte Z790 AORUS MASTER X DDR5 Gaming Motherboard
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Description
Description
X Gen Designed for Next Gen
X marks the next generation! Introducing the AORUS Z790 X Gen Motherboards, the most powerful platforms ever built for the next generation of Intel® Core™ processors. With the leading performance in DDR5 memory, the upgraded DIY-friendly innovations, and the all-new BIOS redesigned as user-centered, the AORUS Z790 X Gen Motherboards are built to fully unleash the next-gen power.
Z790 AORUS MASTER X Key Features
Supports Intel® Core™ 13th and next-gen processors
Digital direct 20+1+2 phases VRM solution
Dual Channel DDR5：4*DIMMs with XMP 3.0 memory module support
PCIe UD Slot X： PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with 10X strength for graphics card
EZ-Latch Click：M.2 heatsinks with screwless design
EZ-Latch Plus：PCIe 5.0 x16 slot & M.2 slots with quick release design
UC BIOS：User-Centred intuitive UX with Quick Access function
Ultra-Fast Storage：5*M.2 slots, including 1* PCIe 5.0 x4
Efficient Overall Thermal：VRM Thermal Armor Fins-Array & M.2 Thermal Guard XL
Fast Networking：10GbE LAN & Wi-Fi 7 with Ultra-high gain antenna
Extended Connectivity：DP, Front USB-C® 10Gb/s, Front & Dual Rear USB-C® 20Gb/s
DTS:X® Ultra Audio：ALC1220 & Rear ESS SABRE Hi-Fi 9118 DAC
Xceed in DDR5 performance
AORUS is committed to enabling the unparalleled next-gen performance. That is why every Z790 AORUS MASTER X motherboard is engineered with industry-leading technologies to achieve the best-in-class DDR5 performance on the market.
Achieve Higher DDR5 Memory Frequencies with Ease
DDR5 XMP Booster function provides optimized pre-defined profiles, based on memory IC and PMIC vendor analysis, for effortless performance enhancement and elimination of manual configuration for overclocked DDR5 memory kits.
Daisy-Chained Routing
Optimized routing eliminates the stub effect, enabling higher memory frequencies and providing professional gamers with a faster and denser system memory experience.
Xtraordinary power delivery
The Z790 AORUS MASTER X motherboard is equipped with the all-digital power design to achieve peak performance of the next-gen processor while providing the best stability under heavy workloads.
Xpress your cool
Every Z790 AORUS MASTER X motherboard is armored with the most advanced, full metal thermal design. These solid heatsinks are forged to keep your system cool while running fast.
VRM Thermal Armor Fins-Array
GIGABYTE's Fins-Array Heatsink Design, featuring irregular fins, louvered stacked-fins, and Nanocarbon coating delivers exceptional thermal performance by maximizing surface area for improved heat efficiency.
Smart Fan 6
ensures optimal cooling and quiet operation for your gaming PC, with support for PWM/DC fans and pumps, customizable settings, and intuitive temperature monitoring.
Xpeditious building process
Building your own PC is meant to be joyful and effortless. Now we introduce a variety of innovations to make the Z790 AORUS MASTER X motherboard the most DIY-friendly ever.
Xtra layers for excellent players
As the very foundation of the motherboard, the PCB plays a subtle yet critical role in the capabilities. No gamers should overlook the details lie within the PCB layers.
8-Layer PCB
Enables dense integration, signal quality, power integrity, and low EMI for high-performance systems.
2X Copper Enhancement
Enhances system performance with improved heat dissipation, power handling, and seamless overclocking support.
56% Lower Dissipation Factor
Elevate signal integrity in high-frequency circuits with our pioneering technology, setting a new standard for high-speed electronic design.
Xpect everything UD
GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ Technology represents our highest standards to provide a platform for gamers that is not only powerful but also durable and reliable. The Z790 AORUS MASTER X motherboard is built to last longer and stand stronger.
M.2 UD Slot PG5
The one-piece, stainless-steel shielding design reinforces the M.2 Slots, and maximizies signal integrity.
Wi-Fi 7 brings you the Ultimate VR experience
Wi-Fi 7 provides significant benefits to the realm of virtual reality (VR). With its high bandwidth and low latency capabilities, Wi-Fi 7 ensures a smooth and immersive VR experience.
Xtensively versatile
The Z790 AORUS MASTER X motherboard offers a wide range of versatilities from the cutting-edge Wi-Fi 7 support with a redesigned antenna, to an array of USB ports.
Specifications
Specifications
| 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 to "CPU Support List" for more information. |
| Chipset | Intel® Z790 Express Chipset |
| Memory | Support for DDR5 8000(O.C): 7950(O.C), 7900(O.C), 7800(O.C), 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. |
| Onboard Graphics | Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel® HD Graphics support: 1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60 Hz * Support for DisplayPort 1.2 version and HDCP 2.3 (Graphics specifications may vary depending on CPU support.) |
| Audio | Realtek® ALC1220-VB CODEC * The front panel line out jack supports DSD audio. ESS ES9118 DAC chip Support for DTS:X® Ultra High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1-channel * You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software. To configure 5.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings. Support for S/PDIF Out |
| LAN | Marvell® AQtion AQC113C 10GbE LAN chip 10 Gbps/5 Gbps/2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps |
| Wireless Communication module | Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 6E AX1690 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.) |
| Expansion Slots | CPU: 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x16 (PCIEX16) * The PCIEX16 slot can only support a graphics card or an NVMe SSD. If only one graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot. * The PCIEX16 slot shares bandwidth with the M2C_CPU connector. The PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x8 mode when a device is installed in the M2C_CPU connector. Chipset: 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x4 (PCIEX4) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x1 (PCIEX1) |
| Storage Interface | CPU: 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 25110/2280 PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2C_CPU) 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU) Chipset: 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2Q_SB) 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280/2260 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2P_SB) 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280/2260 SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2M_SB) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID5, and RAID 10 support for NVMe SSD storage devices RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID5, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices |
| USB | Chipset: 3 x USB Type-C® ports, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support (2 ports on the back panel, 1 port available through the internal USB header) Chipset+2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Hubs: 1 x USB Type-C® port on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 1 support 7 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel Chipset+2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hubs: 8 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers) Chipset+USB 2.0 Hub: 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers |
| Internal I/O Connectors | Power connectors: 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector, 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors Cooling connectors: 1 x CPU fan header, 1 x water cooling CPU fan header, 4 x system fan headers, 4 x system fan/water cooling pump headers Lighting connectors: 2 x addressable LED strip headers, 2 x RGB LED strip headers Storage connectors: 5 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors, 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors Miscellaneous: 1 x front panel header, 1 x front panel audio header, 1 x USB Type-C® header (USB 3.2 Gen 2x2), 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 headers, 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers, 1 x noise detection header, 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 power button, 1 x reset button, 1 x reset jumper, 1 x Clear CMOS jumper, 2 x temperature sensor headers Voltage Measurement Points |
| Back Panel Connectors | USB Ports: 1 x Q-Flash Plus button, 1 x Clear CMOS button, 2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R), 1 x DisplayPort, 1 x USB Type-C® port (USB 3.2 Gen 1), 2 x USB Type-C® ports (USB 3.2 Gen 2x2), 7 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red), 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports LAN & Audio: 1 x RJ-45 port, 1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector, 2 x audio jacks |
| I/O Controller | iTE® I/O Controller Chip |
| H/W Monitoring | Monitoring Capabilities: Voltage detection, Temperature detection, Fan speed detection, Water cooling flow rate detection Control Capabilities: Fan fail warning, Fan speed control (* Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install), Noise detection |
| BIOS | Flash & BIOS Specs: 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 |
| Unique Features | Software & Support: 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, Q-Flash Plus, Smart Backup |
| Bundled Software | Norton® Internet Security (OEM version), LAN bandwidth management software |
| Operating System | Support for Windows 11 64-bit, Support for Windows 10 64-bit |
| Form Factor | E-ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 26.0cm |