Features

The GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS ELITE AX is a high-performance ATX motherboard designed to unleash the full potential of 12th to 14th Gen Intel Core processors on the LGA 1700 socket. Built on the powerful Intel Z790 chipset, it delivers cutting-edge connectivity, enhanced durability, and advanced thermal solutions, making it ideal for gamers, streamers, and professionals seeking peak performance.

Processor & Chipset Support

• Supports 12th to 14th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors.

• Powered by the Intel Z790 chipset with overclocking support.

Memory

• 4 x DDR5 DIMM slots with dual-channel support.

• Supports up to 128 GB DDR5 memory.

• Extreme memory speeds up to 7600 MHz (OC) for ultimate performance.

Expansion & Graphics

• 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with reinforced armor for next-gen GPUs.

• 2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (operating at x4).

• Integrated Intel UHD Graphics support (CPU dependent) with:

  • 1 x HDMI 2.1 port (up to 4K at 60Hz).

  • 1 x DisplayPort 1.4.

Storage

• 4 x M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 slots with thermal guards to prevent overheating.

• 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports with RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 support.

Networking & Wireless

• Intel 2.5GbE LAN for ultra-fast wired networking.

• Intel Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + Bluetooth 5.3 for advanced wireless connectivity.

Audio

• Realtek ALC897/ALC1220-VB HD Audio codec (varies by revision).

• Premium audio capacitors for crystal-clear, immersive sound.

Connectivity & Rear I/O

• USB Ports:

  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C.

  • 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A.

  • 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1.

  • 4 x USB 2.0.

• Rear panel includes:

  • 1 x HDMI port.

  • 1 x DisplayPort.

  • 1 x RJ-45 2.5GbE LAN port.

  • 2 x Antenna connectors (Wi-Fi 6E).

  • 5 x Audio jacks + Optical S/PDIF out.

Cooling & Durability

• Advanced Thermal Design with enlarged heatsinks and multi-layer thermal guards for M.2 SSDs.

• Smart Fan 6 technology with multiple temperature sensors and hybrid fan headers.

• Ultra Durable build quality, including reinforced PCIe slots, solid pin power connectors, and anti-sulfur resistors.

BIOS & Utilities

• Q-Flash Plus allows BIOS updates without CPU, RAM, or GPU.

• Easy-to-use BIOS interface with extensive overclocking options.

• AORUS software suite with system monitoring, RGB Fusion lighting, and performance tuning tools.

Form Factor & Build

• ATX form factor (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm).

• Stylish design with customizable RGB Fusion 2.0 lighting for a premium gaming look.

Conclusion

The GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS ELITE AX is a powerful and future-ready motherboard tailored for enthusiasts. With DDR5 support, PCIe 5.0, Gen4 M.2 storage, Wi-Fi 6E, and advanced thermal management, it ensures top-tier gaming, multitasking, and creative workflows.