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ROG MAXIMUS Z790 EXTREME
Intel® Z790 LGA 1700 EATX motherboard with 24+1+2 power stages, DDR5, five M.2 slots, on-board PCIe® 5.0 NVMe® SSD slot, two PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots, Wi-Fi 6E, Thunderbolt™ 4 port and front-panel connector, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® port and front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W, PCIe Slot Q-Release, 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
- Dominant Power Solution: 24 + 1 teamed power stages rated for 105A with dual ProCool II power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes, and premium metallic 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: On-board PCIe® 5.0 M.2 slot and two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots all with front and back heatsinks, and two additional PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots on the ROG DIMM.2
- Abundant Connectivity: Thunderbolt™ 4 USB Type-C® port and front-panel connector, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® port and front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W, eight 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), Marvell® AQtion 10Gb, Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet, and 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: AniMe Matrix™ LED display, 2” LiveDash Color OLED, three addressable Gen 2 headers and one RGB header, all configurable with ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting
- DIY Friendly Design: ROG Water Cooling Zone, 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
ROG Maximus Z790 Extreme
Every PCIe lane and I/O port made available for your choice in cutting-edge hardware. Heavyweight heatsinks and cooling options to tame the thermals of any and all configurations. And the overclocking chops to easily take Intel 14th Gen processors well beyond 6GHz.
Intel Z790 performance gloriously raised to the absolute Maximus.
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, and x1
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Adds x2 M.2 slots in a DIY-friendly shell
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Neatly manages x6 fan &
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With Intel® Double Connect Technology
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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 - 24+1+2 POWER STAGES
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EXPANSION SLOTS
・ 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Safeslots (x16, x8/x8)
・ 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 slot
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INTEL® SOCKET LGA 1700
For Intel® Core™ 14th＆13th Gen Processors, Intel® Core™ 12th Gen, 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 5.0 x4)
・ 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
・ 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA)
ROG DIMM.2・ 2 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA)
Comprehensive Cooling
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INTEGRATED I/O COVER &
VRM HEATSINKS - HEATSINK FOR GEN 5.0 M.2 SLOT
- HEATSINK FOR TWO M.2 SLOTS
- MULTIPLE 4-PIN PWM FAN HEADERS
- ROG DIMM.2
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ROG WATER-COOLING ZONE
・ W_FLOW tachometer
・ W_IN/OUT T-sensor
Total Gaming Immersion
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ANIME MATRIX™ LED
AURA LIGHTING
- 2” LIVEDASH COLOR oLED
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SUPREMEFX ALC4082 AUDIO CODEC
・ ESS® ES9218 QUAD DAC
・ 120 dB SNR stereo playback output
・ 113 dB SNR recording input
・ LED-illuminated audio jacks
SONIC STUDIO III + SONIC STUDIO VIRTUAL MIXER + SONIC SUITE COMPANION SONIC RADAR III DTS® SOUND UNBOUND - 3 X 3-PIN ADDRESSABLE GEN 2 RGB HEADERS
- Edge zone lighting
- Rog logo lighting
- 1 X 4-PIN AURA RGB HEADER
Full Connectivity
- BIOS FLASHBACK™ BUTTON
- CLEAR CMOS BUTTON
- 1 X HDMI® PORT
- MARVELL® AQTION 10G ETHERNET
- INTEL® 2.5G ETHERNET
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1 X THUNDERBOLT™ 4 USB
TYPE-C® PORT -
8 X USB 3.2 GEN 2 PORTS
(7 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
1 X USB 3.2 GEN 2x2 PORT(1 x USB Type-C®)
- WIFI 6E
- OPTICAL S/PDIF OUT
- 5 X led-illuminated AUDIO JACKS
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1 X USB 3.2 GEN 2X2
USB Type-C® front panel connector supports QC4+
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1 X Thunderbolt™ 4
USB Type-C® front panel connector
- 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” LIVEDASH COLOR OLED
Indicates power status and potential problems with the CPU, memory, graphics card or boot device for quick diagnosis.
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2 x SAFESLOTS
Provides stronger PCIe device retention and greater shearing resistance.
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V_LATCH SWITCH
Makes tuning more intuitive by recording both the true highest and lowest core voltage and then passing the data to HWiNFO, AI Suite 3 and the onboard LiveDash OLED.
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Q-CODE
LED panel shows a 2-digit code to reflect system status.
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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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4 X Q-DIMM
One-sided clips for super simple and secure handling of memory modules.
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PCIE 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
Boundless power and advanced ROG firmware allow you to impose your will on Intel 14th Gen processors and DDR5 memory.
ROG OVERCLOCKING TECHNOLOGIES
Performance optimization made accessible for new recruits and thoroughly scalable for seasoned veterans - the ROG Maximus Z790 Extreme gives you it all with complete control. Engage onboard intelligence to automatically adapt CPU performance or get a headstart on manual tuning, and then utilize advanced tools and utilities to stay on the pulse and push boundaries.
- AI Overclocking
- Overclocker's Toolkit
- ROG True Voltician
- 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.
OVERCLOCKER’S TOOLKIT
The ROG Overclocker’s Tooklit is a powerful set of hardware-level controls to enhance your overclocking experience. Some are quick and easy time savers, while others offer masterful functionality to help you smash benchmarks and break records.
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SAFE BOOT BUTTON
Instantly reset the PC and boot directly into Safe mode.
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BCLK BUTTONS
Adjust the BCLK frequency to improve system performance.
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PROBEIT
Includes twelve integrated measurement points for advanced tuning.
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RETRY BUTTON
Instantly initiates a hard reset with just a press.
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SLOW MODE SWITCH
Reduces the CPU ratio to 8X to keep the system stable during setup for extreme overclocking.
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RSVD SWITCH
Helps the system boot under extreme temperatures (≤ -120°C)
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LN2 MODE
Jumper to enable special options and functions for liquid-nitrogen (LN2) overclocking.
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BIOS SWITCH
Switches between BIOS 1 and 2.
ROG TRUE VOLTICIAN
For truly advanced performance optimization, the ROG Maximus Z790 Extreme includes the ROG True Voltician, a miniature oscilloscope that connects to an onboard USB header and displays waveforms for the CPU Vcore, VCCIN, and System Agent rails. It can also be used to monitor a video card or power supply, and users can even run the True Voltician software on one PC while they get readings from another.
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 Extreme 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 Extreme 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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24+1+2 power stages
The VRM features 24+1+2 power stages, each rated to handle up to 105 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 Extreme, 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 Extreme, 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 Extreme 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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SK HYNIX
AEMP AEMP II 6800 -
SAMSUNG
AEMP AEMP II 6000 -
MICRON
AEMP AEMP II 5800
- Heatsinks
- Headers
- ROG Water-Cooling Zone
- ROG Fan Controller
- Compatibility
COOLING
All the headers and controls needed for complex fan setups and custom loops, and large heatsinks to keep high-speed drives and power components at optimum temperatures. Deploy your choice in CPU and GPU cooling and rock menacing horsepower with minimal noise.
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 heatsinks and backplates
Large heatsinks and backplates provide extensive surface area to keep mounted M.2 drives cool.
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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 metal backplate
A plate of electro-galvanized metal strengthens the spine of the ROG Maximus Z790 Extreme 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 Extreme 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 Extreme features two chassis and two radiator headers, and each supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.
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 Extreme 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.
ROG FAN CONTROLLER
The ROG Fan Controller offers an additional six headers that can be controlled via FanXpert 4. The card features two temperature-sensor headers, along with two thermistors that can be attached to various components. There are also six ARGB headers to illuminate ARGB fans.
- PCIe 5.0
- USB Ports
- Networking
- Audio
CONNECTIVITY
Take system bandwidth to the extreme with future-ready ports for graphics, storage, and peripherals, and light up network connections with ultraspeed WIFI and Ethernet. Plug in to your heart’s content and then get deeper into the game with high-fidelity onboard audio.
PCIE 5.0
Fully embracing the new standard, the ROG Maximus Z790 Extreme 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 Extreme features three onboard M.2 slots, one of which is PCIe 5.0-ready to offer blistering 16 GB/s speeds, while the others offer still-impressive 8 GB/s over PCIe 4.0 interfaces.
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ROG DIMM.2
The ROG DIMM.2 module allows you to easily mount two M.2 drives next to the memory slots, where its large heatsinks convect directly into the path of chassis airflow.
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 takes advantage of the 6 GHz band for lower latency in dense wireless environments and wide 160 MHz channels to speed up data transfers. For an even more seamless experience, the 5 or 6 GHz band can connect simultaneously alongside the 2.4 GHz band courtesy of Intel® Double Connect Technology.
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10G ETHERNET
Meeting the demands of power users and content creators, onboard Marvell® AQtion 10 Gbps Ethernet provides a new level of home networking. With virtually boundless throughput, file transfers and system backups are faster than ever before.
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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.
››› Learn more about ROG audio technology
- 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
A bevy of innovative tools are at your fingertips to control every aspect of your extreme system.
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.
- Anime Matrix LED
- Aura Sync
- LiveDash Color OLED
- Gaming Audio
- Armoury Crate
- AIDA64 Extreme
PERSONALIZATION
Uniquely you. Customizable lighting and onboard displays allow you to subtly accent system components or boldly cast a unified theme through your build.
AniMe Matrix™ LED display
This innovative display features an RGB grid of mini LEDs that can be programmed with custom lighting designs and unique animations. For added immersion, sound-triggered effects can be selected to add visualizations to live audio or even pulse to the rhythm of a person’s voice.
- Default Animation
- Text Animation
- Loop Animation
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.
LiveDash Color OLED
The ROG Maximus Z790 Extreme includes LiveDash, a built-in 2-inch color OLED panel that adds life and flavor to the center of your rig. During startup, the display shows traditional POST codes to help with monitoring and troubleshooting, and while the system is running it can be programmed to show system metrics, such as CPU frequency and temperature. But if you want to add a personal touch, the default GIF can be replaced with a custom image or animation.
- Hardware Monitor
- Extreme Exclusive
- BIOS Update
- Custom Content
- 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 Extreme 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 Extreme 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.
Learn More About AIDA64 >
- ROG x AIDA64 Extreme
- Hardware Monitor Display
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Intel® Z790 LGA 1700 ATX motherboard with 16 + 1 power stages, DDR5 memory support, four M.2 slots, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot with Q-Release, WiFi 6E, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® rear I/O port and additional front-panel connector with PD 3.0 up to 30W, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and Aura Sync RGB lighting
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Intel® Z790 LGA 1700 ATX motherboard with 20 + 1 + 2 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
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, WiFi 6E, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® rear I/O port and front-panel connector with PD 3.0 up to 30W, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and Aura Sync RGB lighting
ROG STRIX Z790-I GAMING WIFI
Intel® Z790 LGA 1700 Mini-ITX motherboard with 10 + 1 power stages, DDR5, two M.2 slots, PCIe® 5.0 NVMe® SSD slot, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot, ROG Strix Hive with AI Overclocking button, Wi-Fi 6E, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® rear I/O port and front-panel connector, two Thunderbolt™ 4 ports, and AI Cooling II
ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEX
Intel® Z790 LGA 1700 ATX motherboard with 24 + 0 + 2 power stages, DDR5 memory support, five M.2 slots, PCIe® 5.0 M.2 Card with a PCIe 5.0 NVMe® SSD slot, two PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots, PCIe slot Q-Release, WiFi 6E, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® rear I/O port and additional front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and Aura Sync RGB lighting
ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO EVA-02 EDITION
Intel® Z790 LGA 1700 ATX motherboard with 20 + 1 + 2 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 20Gbps Type-C® front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and Aura Sync RGB lighting
ROG MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO
Intel® Z790 LGA 1700 ATX motherboard with 20+1+2 power stages, Advanced AI PC ready, DDR5 support with AEMP II & DIMM Flex, Intel® Wi-Fi 7 with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, five M.2 slots, PCIe® 5.0 NVMe® SSD slot onboard, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots with PCIe Slot Q-Release, two Thunderbolt™ 4 ports, USB 20Gbps Type-C® front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking, Two-way AI Noise Cancelation, and Aura Sync RGB lighting
ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI II
ASUS ROG Strix Z790-A Gaming WiFi II, Advanced AI PC ready, Intel® Z790 LGA 1700 ATX motherboard, 16 + 1 power stages, DDR5, Five M.2 slots, PCIe® 5.0x16 SafeSlot with Q-Release, WiFi 7 with new White Wi-Fi Antenna, USB 20Gbps Type-C® with PD 3.0 up to 30W, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and Aura Sync RGB
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