ASUS Z790 PLUS TUF GAMING DDR4
ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Plus DDR4 offers durability and performance with Intel 12th-14th Gen CPU support, PCIe 5.0, enhanced power stages, DDR4 memory, triple M.2 slots, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, AI cooling, and military-grade reliability.
Features
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Plus DDR4 is designed for gamers, power users, and PC builders seeking unmatched durability, performance, and value. Engineered on the Intel Z790 chipset, this motherboard supports 12th to 14th Gen Intel Core processors with LGA1700 socket compatibility, delivering exceptional processing power for gaming and multitasking.
Key Features and Specifications:
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Robust Power Design – Equipped with 16+1 DrMOS power stages, high-quality alloy chokes, and durable capacitors to ensure stable power delivery, even under heavy loads.
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DDR4 Memory Support – Supports up to 5333 MHz (OC) DDR4 memory with optimized performance tuning and improved overclocking potential.
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Next-Gen Connectivity – Offers PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for cutting-edge GPUs, triple PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots with heatsinks for high-speed NVMe storage, and SATA 6Gb/s ports for additional drives.
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Advanced Cooling – Features large VRM heatsinks, hybrid fan headers, AI cooling, and M.2 heatsinks to keep temperatures under control during intensive workloads or extended gaming sessions.
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High-Speed USB – Integrated USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C, multiple USB 3.2 Gen 2 and Gen 1 ports, and legacy USB 2.0 support to connect a wide range of devices.
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Networking – Comes with 2.5Gb Ethernet for ultra-fast and reliable wired connections, ensuring low latency for gaming and streaming.
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Enhanced Audio – Powered by Realtek 7.1 surround sound with AI Noise Cancelation technology for crystal-clear communication and immersive gaming audio.
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TUF Durability – Built with military-grade components, reinforced PCIe SafeSlot for heavy GPUs, stainless-steel back I/O panel, and rigorous testing for long-term reliability.
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Customization & Aesthetics – Features Aura Sync RGB lighting with addressable headers to synchronize effects across compatible devices for a unified build appearance.
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User-Friendly BIOS & AI Tools – Includes AI overclocking, AI cooling, Q-Latch for M.2 installation, BIOS FlashBack, and intuitive UEFI BIOS interface for effortless system setup and tuning.
Conclusion:
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Plus DDR4 is an ideal motherboard for enthusiasts who need uncompromising stability, fast performance, and advanced features without moving to DDR5 memory. It’s a future-ready platform optimized for gaming, content creation, and heavy productivity tasks.
Specifications
| CPU | INTEL SOCKET LGA1700 FOR INTEL CORE 14TH & 13TH GEN PROCESSORS , INTEL CORE 12TH GEN , PENTIUM GOLD AND CELERON PROCESSORS |
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| CHIPSET | Z690 |
| MEMORY | 4 X DIMM , MAX. 128GB, DDR4 5333(OC) /5133(OC) /5066(OC) /5000(OC) /4800(OC) /4700(OC) /4600(OC) /4500(OC) /4400(OC) /4266(OC) /4133(OC) /4000(OC) /3866(OC) /3733(OC) /3600(OC) /3466(OC) /3400(OC) /3333(OC) /3200 /3000 /2933 /2800 /2666 /2400 /2133 NON-ECC UN-BUFFERED MEMORY |
| LAN + WIFI + BLUETOOTH | 1 X REALTEK 2.5GB ETHERNET , VERTICAL M.2 SLOT ONLY (KEY E CNVi & PCIe) WI-FI MODULE IS SOLD SEPARATELY |
| AUDIO | REALTEK 7.1 SURROUND SOUND HIGH DEFINITION AUDIO CODEC |
| EXPANSION SLOTS | 1 X PCIe 5.0 X16 SLOTS , 3 X PCIe 4.0 X16 SLOTS (SUPPORT X4 MODE ) , 1 X PCIe 3.0 X1 SLOT |
| STORAGE INTERFACES | M.2_1 SLOT (KEY M ) , TYPE 2242/2260/2280/22110 (SUPPORTS PCIe 4.0 X4 MODE ) , M.2_2 SLOT TYPE (KEY M ), TYPE 2242/2260/2280 (SUPPORTS PCIe 4.0 X4 MODE ) , M.2_3 SLOT (KEY M ), TYPE 2242/2260/2280/22110 (SUPPORTS PCIe 4.0 X4 & SATA MODES ) , 4 X SATA 6GB/S PORTS |
| INTERNAL I/O CONNECTORS | 1 X 4 PIN CPU FAN HEADER , 1 X 4 PIN CPU OPT FAN HEADER , 1 X 4 PIN AIO PUMP HEADER , 3 X 4 PIN CHASSIS FAN HEADERS , 1 X 24 PIN MAIN POWER CONNECTOR , 1 X 8 PIN +12V POWER CONNECTOR , 1 X 4 PIN +12V POWER CONNECTOR , 3 X M.2 SLOTS (KEY M ), 4 X SATA 6GB/S PORTS , 1 X USB 3.2 GEN 1 CONNECTOR (SUPPORTS USB TYPE-C) , 2 X USB 3.2 GEN 1 HEADERS SUPPORT ADDITIONAL 4 USB 3.2 GEN 1 PORTS , 2 X USB 2.0 HEADERS SUPPORT ADDITIONAL 4 USB 2.0 PORTS , 3 X ADDRESSABLE GEN 2HEADERS , 1 X AURA RGB HEADER , 1 X CLEAR CMOS HEADER , 1 X COM PORT HEADER , 1 X FRONT PANEL AUDIO HEADER (AAFP) , 1 X S/PDIF OUT HEADER , 1 X SPI TPM HEADER (14-1PIN) , 1 X 20-5 SYSTEM PANEL HEADER , 1 X THUNDERBOLT (USB4) HEADER |
| BACK PANEL CONNECTORS | 1 X USB 3.2 GEN 2X2 PORT (1 X USB TYPE-C) , 1 X USB 3.2 GEN 2 PORT (1 X TYPE-A ) , 2 X USB 3.2 GEN 1 PORTS (2 X TYPE -A) , 4 X USB 2.0 PORTS (4 X TYPE A ) , 1 X DISPLAYPORT , 1 X HDMI PORT , 1 X VERTICAL M.2 SLOT (KEY E) , 1 X REALTEK 2.5GB ETHERNET PORT , 3 X AUDIO JACKS , 1 X PS/2 KEYBOARD/MOUSE COMBO PORT |
| SIZE | FULL ATX |
| UNIQUE FACTORS | DIGI+ VRM (DIGITAL POWER DESIGN WITH DrMOS) , LANGUARD, OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION , SAFESLOT CORE+, STAINLESS STEEL BACK I/O , Q-DIMM , Q-SLOT , Q-LED CORE , FLEXIBLE M.2 HEATSINK , VRM HEATSINK DESIGN , PROCOOL , AURA RGB HEADER , ADDRESSABLE GEN 2 HEADERS |