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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO

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Intel^® Z790 LGA 1700 ATX motherboard with 20 + 1 power stages, DDR5, five M.2 slots, PCIe^® 5.0 NVMe^® SSD slot on Hyper M.2 Card, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots with Q-Release, Wi-Fi 6E, two Thunderbolt^™ 4 ports, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and Aura Sync RGB lighting

Intel^® LGA 1700 socket: Ready for 13^th Gen Intel^® Core^™ processors & 12^th Gen Intel Core^™, Pentium^® Gold and Celeron^® Processors
Robust Power Solution: 20 + 1 teamed power solution rated for 90A 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 integrated with the I/O cover, joined by an L-shaped heatpipe, and connected to the power stages with high-conductivity thermal pads
Next-Gen M.2 Support: PCIe^® 5.0 M.2 slot on the bundled ROG Hyper M.2 card, and four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots all with substantial cooling solutions
Abundant Connectivity: Dual Thunderbolt^™ 4 USB Type-C^® ports, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C^® front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W, six additional USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, two PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots, HDMI^® 2.1
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 Audio: ROG SupremeFX ALC4082 codec with ESS^® ES9218 Quad DAC for up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback
Unmatched Personalization: I/O cover with Polymo Lighting, three addressable Gen 2 headers and one RGB header, all configurable with ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting
DIY Friendly Design: PCIe Slot Q-Release, M.2 Q-Latch, pre-mounted I/O shield, Q-Code, Q-LED, FlexKey button, Start button, BIOS FlashBack^™ button, and Clear CMOS button
Renowned Software: Bundled 1-year AIDA64 Extreme trial subscription and intuitive UEFI BIOS dashboard with integrated MemTest86

Awards

Best of 2022 Gold

The combination of an excellent power supply, an extremely extensive feature set including niche features such as Thunderbolt, but above all the fact that we have been working primarily with Hero boards for years for their stability and headache-free bios and software features.

Best of 2022 Gold

Recommended

This product is suitable for those that live and breathe the ASUS ROG DNA and want nothing but the best...

Recommended

This product is suitable for those that live and breathe the ASUS ROG DNA and want nothing but the best...

A personal favourite of ours

The ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is a beautiful board...

A personal favourite of ours

The ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is a beautiful board...

Bronze Pokdeward

Here’s a feature that I felt like is an absolute life-saver and definitely should be a standard in future motherboards regardless of price – the Q-Latch and Q-Release. God knows how many times I dropped that tiny M.2 screws or even tried so hard shoving a stick just to push that PCIe slot release which is occupied by the sheer girth of the GPU itself… the RTX 4090 now comes with 4-slots as virtually the standard, mind you.

Bronze Pokdeward

8.5 Pokde rating

Gold

excellent three-way connectivity.

Gold

excellent three-way connectivity.

Platinum

Asus ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is a display of power and high-quality components for Raptor Lake, but at a higher price than the previous generation with few changes.

Platinum

Asus ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is a display of power and high-quality components for Raptor Lake, but at a higher price than the previous generation with few changes.

Video Reviews

We have secured a bunch of Z790 boards from ASUS to go over some things you should consider before buying, so you have all the features you need and leave the ones you don’t.

Intel 13700K is just so much better!

Benchmarking a BEAST of a PC! Intel 13900K + DDR5 7200 + RTX 4090 OC

The new ASUS Z790 motherboards for Intel's Core i9-13900K CPU and more

【i9-13900K】令和最強ゲーミングCPU？7950Xと頂上対決で意外な結果に..高画質録画配信テストで調教していく～！[超猫拳]

The RAM support for ROG Z790 Maximus Hero should be evaluated separately. Because the new Hero pushes the limits in this regard.

Like the Maximus models, the latest Z790 Hero allows us to easily overclock our Core i9-13900K processor and get even higher performance.

Up to 20Gbs usb-C on rear slots or power delivery front USB after 60W on new Intel boards. Three gaming boards of your choice.

The heroine of the new Inteel paintings Maximus Z790 Hero

Rog Maximus Z790 Hero explained in detail to the motherboard

Tuff Gaming PC 🫵🤩 A group at the end of the year and the experience of Nafidia technologies

Antle I9 13900K and RTX 4080

The new Intel process

A preview alone is one of the most important new generation paintings ROG Maximus Hero Z790

Intel i9 13900K preview the processor that cannot be cooled

The ASS Disorder Z790 for the 13th generation of Intel processors Asus Rog Maximus Z970 Hero

Finally, the new king arrived !!

Media Reviews

Hardware Cooking

Presentation : ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO

Hardware Cooking

Presentation : ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO

Techtesters.eu

Techgaming.nl

The ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is a beautiful board...

Techgaming.nl

The ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is a beautiful board...

Guru3d

This product is suitable for those that live and breathe the ASUS ROG DNA and want nothing but the best...

Guru3d

This product is suitable for those that live and breathe the ASUS ROG DNA and want nothing but the best...

Pokde

El Chapuzas Informatico

excellent three-way connectivity.

El Chapuzas Informatico

excellent three-way connectivity.

Profesional Review

Asus ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is a display of power and high-quality components for Raptor Lake, but at a higher price than the previous generation with few changes.

Profesional Review

Asus ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is a display of power and high-quality components for Raptor Lake, but at a higher price than the previous generation with few changes.

Geeknetic

Great performance and leave nothing to chance

Geeknetic

Great performance and leave nothing to chance

Self-made, games and hobby days

「ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO」をレビュー。7000MHz超のメモリOCにも対応！

Self-made, games and hobby days

「ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO」をレビュー。7000MHz超のメモリOCにも対応！

ASCII.jp

CINEBENCH番長は秒で奪還！Core i9-13900K/Core i7-13700K /Core i5-13600K速攻レビュー【前編】

ASCII.jp

CINEBENCH番長は秒で奪還！Core i9-13900K/Core i7-13700K /Core i5-13600K速攻レビュー【前編】

Toms Hardware Italy

The new ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is a niche motherboard for true overclocking enthusiasts and can be an ideal choice for building powerful configurations and for those who need maximum operational stability, even when overclocking. As the name implies, ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is based on the Z790 chipset and allows the installation of Intel processors based on the Alder Lake and Rocket Lake architectures.

Toms Hardware Italy

Pchocasi.com.tr

The RAM support for ROG Z790 Maximus Hero should be evaluated separately. Because the new Hero pushes the limits in this regard.

Pchocasi.com.tr

The RAM support for ROG Z790 Maximus Hero should be evaluated separately. Because the new Hero pushes the limits in this regard.

Technopat.net

Like the Maximus models, the latest Z790 Hero allows us to easily overclock our Core i9-13900K processor and get even higher performance.

Technopat.net

Like the Maximus models, the latest Z790 Hero allows us to easily overclock our Core i9-13900K processor and get even higher performance.

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ROG Maximus Z790 Hero

Buffed and ready with more power, robust cooling, and flexible I/O to scale up your rig at will. The ROG Maximus Z790 Hero puts it all at your disposal together with an arsenal of features and utilities to truly express the PC builder, overclocker, and gaming hero in you.

Click to check our Z790 Motherboard Guide

The ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is the ultimate partner for any Intel 13th Gen processor.

Effortless performance boost
One-click fan tuning
x2 PCIe 5.0 x16 slots
x1 PCIe 5.0 SSD or x2 4.0 SSDs

SPEC OVERVIEW

Performance
Cooling
Gaming Immersion
Connectivity
DIY friendly

DIY Friendly

SPEC OVERVIEW

Overclocking
Power Design
Memory

PERFORMANCE

Utilize the Hero’s immense power and control to take your 13^th Gen CPU and DDR5 memory kit to the next level.

Teamed Power Architecture

Today's CPU architectures place incredible demands on motherboard power design by transitioning from deep power-saving modes, going from lower-power mode to full load in an instant. The latest ROG VRM architecture rises to the challenge by utilizing teamed power stages to rapidly swing current, while maintaining exemplary thermal performance.

A brief history
A shift in CPU demands
Bucking the trend
Thermal performance
High-quality components

While doublers help extend the number of effective phases, they do so at the cost of a processing delay. The teamed architecture allows two power stages to work in tandem to provide more power to the CPU. The MOSFETs within the power stages generate the most heat as they are responsible for voltage conversion and delivery to the CPU from the 12-volt EPS connector.

ASUS became the first manufacturer to implement phase-doublers with the A8N32-SLI Deluxe motherboard, back in 2005. The board's VRM was lauded for elegantly overcoming the power handling capabilities of components that were available at the time while also reducing voltage ripple. Those benefits led to phase-doublers becoming universally accepted in the industry, and they are still used for similar purposes today.
Modern CPUs pack more cores than their predecessors, and the latest instruction sets allow them to crunch computationally dense workloads at an incredible pace. In addition, they consume less power at idle and can transition between load states much more quickly. These improvements necessitate a re-evaluation of power-design priorities because phase-doublers add a propagation delay that hampers transient response.
Fortunately, the latest integrated power components can handle higher currents than the devices of yesteryear, making it possible to implement a simple circuit topology that isn't hamstrung by the processing lag of phase-doublers. That's why the ROG Maximus Z790 Hero utilizes teamed power stages to deliver higher burst current per phase, while maintaining the thermal performance of phase-doubled designs.
Each VRM component serves a specific purpose. PWM controllers and phase-doublers control the circuit, and the power stages do the heavy lifting from an electrical and thermal standpoint. The power stages feature low RDSON to reduce switching and conduction losses, helping to improve overall thermal headroom.

MEMORY

Comprehensive memory tuning options are the cornerstone of ROG motherboards. With the ROG Maximus Z790 Hero, you can extract all of the potential out of your DDR5 modules, regardless of if they're from an extreme-speed kit or an entry-level set that would otherwise be locked.

DDR5 DOMINATION
AEMP II

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 Maximus Z790 Hero, 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.

The ROG Maximus Z790 Hero lets you overclock memory up to 7800+ MT/s.

The ROG Maximus Z790 Hero lets you unlock memory kits with 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 Maximus Z790 Hero 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.

SK HYNIX

AEMP AEMP II 6800
SAMSUNG

AEMP AEMP II 6000
MICRON

AEMP AEMP II 5800

Heatsinks
Headers
ROG Water-Cooling Zone
Compatibility

COOLING

Stacked with titanic heatsink arrays and surging with controls for liquid- and air-cooled setups, the Hero is fully armed to combat the fiery heat of the latest processors and high-speed drives.

PCIe 5.0
USB Ports
Networking
Audio

CONNECTIVITY

Next-gen connectivity for graphics, storage, peripherals, and networking, plus high-definition audio for all types of setups - it all combines to create a Hero that’s connected with now and the future.

SupremeFX

ROG SupremeFX audio technology delivers an exceptional 113 dB signal-to-noise ratio on the line-in connection to provide exceptional recording quality. There’s also a low-dropout regulator for cleaner power delivery to the SupremeFX ALC4082 codec, and an integrated ESS^® ES9218 QUAD DAC capable of reaching -115dB THD+N for superior front-panel output. The combined solution allows for end-to-end 32-bit 384 kHz resolution playback that conveys all the subtlety and nuances of each audio track.
››› Learn more about ROG audio technology

Audio line shielding
ESS^® ES9218 QUAD DAC
ALC4082 codec
Switching MOSFETS
Capacitors

Blocks electromagnetic interference from the motherboard or add-ons to provide cleaner audio.
The ESS^® ES9218 integrated QUAD DAC amplifier is capable of providing -114 dB total harmonic distortion (THD+N) for standard audio devices, and can ramp up to 2Vrms on supported audiophile hardware. In addition, the 121 dB dynamic range (DNR) provides an extremely low noise-floor, further accentuating dynamics and punch.
Instead of the conventional high definition audio (HDA) interface, the ALC4082 codec uses a USB interface to deliver studio-level sound reaching up to 32-bit 384 kHz audio resolution.
Unique design allows the codec's impedance-sensing function to be ported with either the front or rear headphone outputs.
Fine-quality components that produce a warmer, natural sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity.

The ROG Maximus Z790 Hero motherboard features SupremeFX audio.

Intelligent Control
AI Suite 3
BIOS

OPTIMIZATION

Flexible utilities and firmware provide everything needed to optimize the performance of your system loadout.

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
EZ mode
MEMTEST86

Advanced mode

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.

MEMTEST86 PRE-INSTALLED

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.

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

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.

Aura Sync
Gaming Audio
Armoury Crate
AIDA64 Extreme

PERSONALIZATION

Illuminating the I/O shroud of the ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is a colorful microstructural array called Polymo Lighting. Two stylish patterns are available for builders to tinker with in Armoury Crate and sync up with the rest of their system for a brilliant display of individuality.

GROW YOUR GAMING WORLD WITH AURA SYNC

Up your game with complementary Aura Sync enhanced aesthetics, featuring preset lighting effects that can be easily synchronized across compatible ROG graphics cards, monitors, keyboards, and mice to give your setup a unified look.

Learn more about Aura Sync

Static
Breathing
Strobing
Rainbow
Color cycle
Starry night
Music effect
Smart
Adaptive color
Dark

The ROG Maximus Z790 Hero features Aura Sync.

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.

››› Learn more about Sonic Studio III

SONIC STUDIO LINK

Easily apply Sonic Studio effects on all playback devices. Simply press the Sonic Studio Link button to enjoy the effect on any playback device.

APP-SPECIFIC PROFILES

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

SONIC STUDIO VIRTUAL MIXER

Combine audio output from selected apps with audio from the microphone input and stream the compiled mix

*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.

Through the pre-loaded DTS^® Sound Unbound™ app, the ROG Maximus Z790 Hero 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
Surround Sound
Spatial Sound

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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO

Awards

Video Reviews

Media Reviews

ROG Maximus Z790 Hero

SPEC OVERVIEW

Extreme Power & Performance

Comprehensive Cooling

Total Gaming Immersion

Full Connectivity

DIY Friendly

SPEC OVERVIEW

PERFORMANCE

ROG OVERCLOCKING TECHNOLOGIES

AI OVERCLOCKING

DIFFERENTIAL SENSING

Teamed Power Architecture

8 + 8-pin ProCool II power connectors

20 + 1 power stages

MicroFine alloy chokes

10K black metallic capacitors

MEMORY

DR5 DOMINATION

AEMP II

COOLING

Cooler by Design

THERMAL MANAGEMENT

Multiple temperature sources

4-pin fan headers

AIO pump header

ROG WATER-COOLING ZONE

Water pump+

Water in/out

Water flow

COOLER COMPATIBILITY

CONNECTIVITY

PCIE 5.0

Three Onboard M.2 Slots

ROG HYPER M.2 CARD PCIE 5.0 READY

Expansion Slots

TWO THUNDERBOLT 4 TYPE-C® PORTS

USB 3.2 GEN 2X2 TYPE-C® FRONT-PANEL CONNECTOR WITH QUICK CHARGE 4+

WIFI 6E

2.5G ETHERNET

WiFi 6E Antenna

Adjustable Design

Magnetic Base

SupremeFX

OPTIMIZATION

AI SUITE 3

CPU PERFORMANCE BOOST

PRECISE DIGITAL POWER CONTROL

TURBO CORE APP

UEFI BIOS

Advanced mode

EZ mode

MEMTEST86 PRE-INSTALLED

AI Cooling II

TWO-WAY AI NOISE CANCELATION

Hear the difference

AI NETWORKING

PERSONALIZATION

GROW YOUR GAMING WORLD WITH AURA SYNC

ADDRESSABLE GEN 2 RGB HEADERS

Sonic Studio III

SONIC STUDIO LINK

APP-SPECIFIC PROFILES

SONIC STUDIO VIRTUAL MIXER

DTS SOUND UNBOUND

Stereo Sound

Surround Sound

Spatial Sound

Armoury Crate

AIDA64 Extreme

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

ASUS Footer

ROG HYPER M.2 CARD
PCIE 5.0 READY

TWO THUNDERBOLT 4 TYPE-C^® PORTS

USB 3.2 GEN 2X2 TYPE-C^® FRONT-PANEL CONNECTOR WITH QUICK CHARGE 4+