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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO
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 13th Gen Intel® Core™ processors & 12th 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
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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
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Effortless performance boost
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One-click fan tuning
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x2 PCIe 5.0 x16 slots
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x1 PCIe 5.0 SSD or x2 4.0 SSDs
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SPEC OVERVIEW
- Performance
- Cooling
- Gaming Immersion
- Connectivity
- DIY friendly
Extreme Power & Performance
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DUAL PROCOOL II POWER
CONNECTORS - 20 + 1 POWER STAGES
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EXPANSION SLOTS
・ 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Safeslots (x16, x8/x8)
・ 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (x4, x4/x4 via ROG Hyper M.2 Card)
- INTEL® SOCKET LGA 1700 For 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors, and 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold, and Celeron® Processors
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DDR5, 4 X DIMM
・ 7800+ MT/s
・ Dual Channel
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3 X M.2 SLOTS
・ 1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
・ 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
・ 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA)
ROG HYPER M.2 CARD・ 1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4/PCIe 4.0 x4)
・ 1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
Comprehensive Cooling
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INTEGRATED I/O COVER &
VRM HEATSINKS -
HEATSINKS FOR THREE M.2 SLOTS
With backplates and thermal pads
ROG HYPER M.2 CARD WITH HEATSINKS AND THERMAL PADS
- MULTIPLE 4-PIN PWM FAN HEADERS
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ROG WATER-COOLING ZONE
・ W_FLOW tachometer
・ W_IN/OUT T-sensor
Total Gaming Immersion
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I/O ZONE POLYMO LIGHTING
Polymo Lighting
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SUPREMEFX ALC4082 AUDIO CODEC
・ ESS® ES9218 QUAD DAC
・ 120 dB SNR stereo playback output
・ 113 dB SNR recording input
・ Gold-plated audio jacks
SONIC STUDIO III + SONIC STUDIO VIRTUAL MIXER + SONIC SUITE COMPANION SONIC RADAR III DTS® SOUND UNBOUND - 1 X 4-PIN AURA RGB HEADER
- 3 X 3-PIN ADDRESSABLE GEN 2 RGB HEADERS
Full Connectivity
- BIOS FLASHBACK™ BUTTON
- CLEAR CMOS BUTTON
- 1 X HDMI® PORT
- 4 X USB 3.2 GEN1 PORTS
- 2 X THUNDERBOLT™ 4 USB TYPE-C® PORTS
- INTEL® 2.5G ETHERNET PORT
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6 X USB 3.2 GEN 2 ports
(5 X Type-A + 1X USB Type-C®)
- Wi-Fi 6E
- OPTICAL S/PDIF OUT
- 5 X GOLD-PLATED AUDIO JACKS
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1 X USB 3.2 GEN 2X2
USB Type-C® front panel connector supports QC4+
- 6 X SATA 6GB/S
DIY Friendly
- ROG PATENTED PRE-MOUNTED I/O SHIELD
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ESD GUARDS
Providing greater electrostatic protection than the industry standard, ESD Guards cover the USB, audio and LAN ports.
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TRUEVOLT USB
Supplies steady 5-volt power delivery to all USB ports, minimizing power fluctuations to prevent data loss.
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2 X SAFESLOTS
Provides stronger PCIe device retention and greater shearing resistance.
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Q-CODE
LED panel shows a 2-digit code to reflect system status.
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4 x Q-DIMM
One-sided clips for super simple and secure handling of memory modules.
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FLEXKEY
At its default, FlexKey functions as a system reset button, but it can also be easily reassigned to quickly turn Aura lighting on or off, activate Safe Boot, or enter the BIOS.
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PCIE SLOT Q-RELEASE
A physical button unlocks the first PCIe slot’s security latch with one tap, greatly simplifying the process of detaching a PCIe card from the motherboard when it’s time to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device.
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M.2 Q-LATCH
The innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools. The design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive and neatly eliminate traditional screws.
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Q-CONNECTOR
Simple adapter that helps arrange front-panel cables in an orderly manner.
SPEC OVERVIEW
- Overclocking
- Power Design
- Memory
PERFORMANCE
Utilize the Hero’s immense power and control to take your 13th Gen CPU and DDR5 memory kit to the next level.
ROG OVERCLOCKING TECHNOLOGIES
Psyche up and engage the Hero overclocker in you, with onboard intelligence to scan, predict, and adapt CPU performance parameters, and tools to command and track system vitals.
- AI Overclocking
- Differential Sensing
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.
DIFFERENTIAL SENSING
Conventional motherboards use single-ended sensing tapped from a location that isn't ideal, leading to a large disparity between the actual voltage fed to the CPU and the value reported to software. The ROG Maximus Z790 Hero features a differential-sensing circuit and delicate IC that simplify overclocking and tuning by allowing you to track voltages more accurately.
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
Teamed
Power Stage Design
12V EPS IN
12V EPS IN
Conventional
Phase-doubled Design
12V EPS IN
12V EPS IN
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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8 + 8-pin ProCool II power connectors
Dual ProCool connectors ensure a snug and reliable connection to the EPS 12V power lines.
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20 + 1 power stages
The VRM features 20 + 1 power stages, each rated to handle 90 amps.
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MicroFine alloy chokes
Each power stage is accompanied by a high-permeability alloy-core choke rated to handle 45 amps.
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10K black metallic capacitors
Input and output filtering is provided by solid-polymer capacitors rated to last thousands of hours at high operating temperatures.
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
DR5 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 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.
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.
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- 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.
Cooler by Design
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VRM and aluminum I/O heatsink
A VRM heatsink on the MOSFETs and chokes is connected to the aluminum I/O cover via an embedded heatpipe to increase mass and surface area for dissipation.
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M.2 heatsink and backplates
Large aluminum heatsinks provide extensive surface area to cool mounted M.2 drives, and each of the three onboard slots has a dedicated backplate for additional heat dissipation.
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High-conductivity thermal pads
Each thermal pad improves overall heat transfer from the system by bridging the heat generated by the power stages to the heatsink. For future maintenance, a replacement thermal pad can also be found in the package.
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Solid steel backplate
A plate of electro-galvanized steel strengthens the spine of the ROG Maximus Z790 Hero to prevent bending.
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Chipset heatsink
A dedicated heatsink draws heat away from the chipset to maintain optimum operating temperature.
THERMAL MANAGEMENT
An extensive array of headers line the ROG Maximus Z790 Hero for precise cooling control and monitoring.
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Multiple temperature sources
Each header can be set to monitor and react to three user-configurable thermal sensors for workload-based cooling, and all settings can be easily managed by Fan Xpert 4 or UEFI.
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4-pin fan headers
In addition to the pair of CPU fan headers, the Maximus Z790 Hero features four chassis headers, and each supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.
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AIO pump header
An additional PWM/DC fan header offers dedicated control of self-contained water-cooling setups.
ROG WATER-COOLING ZONE
Dual water-temperature headers and a flow-rate header feed information straight into Armoury Crate, allowing you to track coolant temperatures and the flow rate of the entire loop.
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Water pump+
A dedicated header can supply over 3 amps to a high-performance PWM or DC water pumps.
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Water in/out
A dedicated header enables monitoring of temperatures at the input/output points of any component.
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Water flow
A dedicated header enables constant monitoring of flow rate throughout the entire loop.
COOLER COMPATIBILITY
The ROG Maximus Z790 Hero 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.
- 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.
PCIE 5.0
Fully embracing the new standard, the ROG Maximus Z790 Hero offers abundant Gen 5 support to give unfettered bandwidth to the fastest SSDs and graphics cards available.
- Storage
- Expansion Slots
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Three Onboard M.2 Slots
The ROG Maximus Z790 Hero features three onboard M.2 slots, all of which can deliver impressive read and write speeds of up to 8 GB/s.
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ROG HYPER M.2 CARD
PCIE 5.0 READYTwo additional slots ride on the ROG Hyper M.2 Card, providing the option to deploy both a PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 drive under a large heatsink that ensures optimal temperatures.
Expansion Slots
Both of the x16 expansion slots have the PCIe 5.0 treatment to offer incredible speeds up to 64 GB/s for compatible devices. To bear the brunt of massive graphics cards, they are also protected with SafeSlot retention brackets, and the top slot can be released easily thanks to the Q-Release button.
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TWO THUNDERBOLT 4 TYPE-C® PORTS
Each port delivers up to 40 Gbps of bidirectional bandwidth for the latest super-speed devices and drives. Both ports can be employed for up to two external 4K displays, and PCIe bandwidth extends to up to 32 Gbps.
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USB 3.2 GEN 2X2 TYPE-C® FRONT-PANEL CONNECTOR WITH QUICK CHARGE 4+
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 adds an additional lane that can boost Type-C data transfers with speeds of up to 20 Gbps. The port also features Quick Charge 4+ technology that can quickly charge devices up to 60W*.
* Requires a PCIe power supply cable to be plugged into the nearby 6-pin connector.
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WIFI 6E
Onboard WiFi 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.
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2.5G ETHERNET
Low-latency gaming, speedy file transfers, and high-resolution video streaming are among the many perks of onboard Intel® 2.5 Gbps Ethernet.
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WiFi 6E Antenna
The antenna has two built-in transmitters and receivers to enable faster throughput, and it supports the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands.
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Adjustable Design
Four-way positioning enables better signal reception.
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Magnetic Base
A powerful magnetic base secures the antenna on the top or side of the PC case.
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.
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- Audio line shielding
- ESS® ES9218 QUAD DAC
- ALC4082 codec
- Switching MOSFETS
- Capacitors
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Blocks electromagnetic interference from the motherboard or add-ons to provide cleaner audio.
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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.
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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.
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Unique design allows the codec's impedance-sensing function to be ported with either the front or rear headphone outputs.
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Fine-quality components that produce a warmer, natural sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity.
- Intelligent Control
- AI Suite 3
- BIOS
OPTIMIZATION
Flexible utilities and firmware provide everything needed to optimize the performance of your system loadout.
AI SUITE 3
The AI Suite 3 dashboard contains a set of intuitive controls that boost CPU performance while maintaining system stability.
- TPU INSIGHT
- Digital Power Control
- Turbo Core app
CPU PERFORMANCE BOOST
The TurboV Processing Unit (TPU) is an intelligent onboard micro-controller that provides an array of system-tuning features, including the ability to fine-tune voltages, monitor system stats and adjust overclocking parameters.
PRECISE DIGITAL POWER CONTROL
The Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) delivers real-time control over voltage droop, switching frequency and power-efficiency settings, allowing you to fine-tune CPU voltage regulation for ultimate stability and performance.
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.
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
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My Favorites
Quickly locate tuning options and add preferred tools to your favorites list.
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EZ Flash 3
Flash the latest BIOS via the internet from within the BIOS.
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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.
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GPU POST
Automatically detect selected ASUS graphics cards to view detailed information.
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Secure Erase
Restore your SSDs and NVMe storage to factory settings.
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Last Modified Log
Track the last change and save preferred profiles to a USB drive.
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SATA Port Renaming
Rename SATA ports for easy identification.
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ASUS User Profile
Port configuration settings between different BIOS versions or share them with friends.
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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.
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Aura On/Off mode (Stealth)
Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LED, for a more subdued aesthetic.
EZ mode
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Intuitive Graphical Fan Controls
Fine-tune individual fans simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.
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Storage Information
View SATA port details for easy device recognition.
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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
- TWO-WAY AI NOISE CANCELATION
- AI Networking
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
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Static
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Breathing
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Strobing
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Rainbow
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Color cycle
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Starry night
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Music effect
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Smart
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Adaptive color
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Dark
ADDRESSABLE GEN 2 RGB HEADERS
The addressable Gen 2 RGB headers can be controlled with Aura software, which automatically tailors your preferred lighting effects to the number of LEDs present in the connected gear or strip. The new headers also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB components.
- Sonic Studio III
- DTS SOUND UNBOUND
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.
››› 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
DTS SOUND UNBOUND
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.
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Stereo Sound
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Surround Sound
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Spatial Sound
Armoury Crate
Armoury Crate is a software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products, making it easy to tune the look and feel of your system. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate helps you customize RGB lighting and effects for compatible devices and synchronize them with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme across your system. In addition, Armoury Crate’s Fan Xpert4 tool provides comprehensive control over fans, water pumps, and all-in-one (AIO) coolers.
You can use Armoury Crate to download drivers, tools, and user manuals, and to register products. It also taps into a special news feed that connects you to the global ASUS gaming community.
*Windows 10 or 11 required for full Aura Sync functionality within Armoury Crate. For Windows 8 and earlier versions, standalone Aura Sync software is available for free download from the product support site.Download Link ›››
- AURA SYNC
- Devices
- Tools
- Fan Controls
- Gaming News Highlights
- ASUS Account Management
AIDA64 Extreme
The ROG Maximus Z790 Hero includes a one-year 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*.
*Support available for ROG Ryujin II and later models.
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- ROG x AIDA64 Extreme
- Hardware Monitor Display
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