| Product Overview | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ASUS ROG (Republic of Gamers) |
| Category | High-Performance Gaming ATX Motherboard |
| Model | ROG STRIX Z790-E GAMING WIFI |
| Form Factor | ATX (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) |
| Chipset | Intel® Z790 |
| Technical Specifications | |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1700 for Intel® 14th, 13th & 12th Gen Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors |
| Memory Support | 4 x DIMM slots, Max. 192GB, DDR5 Supports up to 7800+ MT/s (OC) Dual Channel Memory Architecture, Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP), ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile II (AEMP II) |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot (from CPU) 2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (support x4 mode, from Chipset) 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot (from Chipset) |
| Storage Support | Total 5 x M.2 slots: 1 x M.2 2242/2260/2280/22110 (from CPU, supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode) 4 x M.2 2242/2260/2280 (from Chipset, supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode, one also supports SATA) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Supports RAID 0/1/5/10 for NVMe and SATA |
| USB Ports (Rear I/O) | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C® port (20Gbps) 7 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (10Gbps) 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A ports |
| USB Ports (Front Headers) | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 connector (supports 1 x USB Type-C® with Quick Charge 4+ up to 30W) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header (supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports) 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports) |
| Network | 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet (with ASUS LANGuard) Intel® Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) 2×2 with MU-MIMO support (2.4/5/6GHz frequency bands) Bluetooth® v5.3 |
| Audio | ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080 Savitech SV3H712 AMP 120 dB SNR stereo playback output, 113 dB SNR recording input Gold-plated audio jacks, Optical S/PDIF out, DTS® Sound Unbound™, Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation |
| Power Delivery | 18 + 1 + 2 Power Stages (each rated up to 90A) Dual ProCool II Power Connectors (2 x 8-pin +12V) High-quality alloy chokes, durable metallic capacitors, Six-layer PCB Massive VRM Heatsinks with integrated I/O cover and L-shaped heatpipe, Multiple M.2 heatsinks with backplates, Chipset heatsink |
| Special Features | Polymo Lighting on I/O Cover AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking, Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation, GameFirst VI Aura Sync RGB lighting (1 x RGB header, 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers) PCIe Slot Q-Release, M.2 Q-Latch, Pre-mounted I/O Shield, Q-LED, BIOS FlashBack™ button, Clear CMOS button |
| Display Output | 1 x HDMI™ port 1 x DisplayPort™ *Graphics specifications vary between CPU types. Requires a CPU with integrated graphics. |
| Operating System Support | Windows® 11 64-bit, Windows® 10 64-bit |
| Bundled Accessories | ASUS Wi-Fi Moving Antenna, SATA cables, M.2 screw packages, Thermal pads for M.2 SSD, Q-Connector, ROG key chain, ROG Strix stickers, Documentation. |
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The **ASUS ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming WiFi** is a top-tier ATX motherboard designed for high-performance gaming and enthusiast PC builds. It provides a robust foundation for Intel’s 12th, 13th, and 14th Generation Core processors, balancing cutting-edge features with a premium aesthetic, often featuring stylish RGB lighting elements like Polymo Lighting on the I/O cover.
Key to its performance is a powerful **18+1+2 teamed power stage design**, each rated up to 90 Amps, ensuring stable and efficient power delivery to the CPU, even under heavy loads or during overclocking. This is complemented by an **extensive thermal solution**, including massive VRM heatsinks with an L-shaped heatpipe, and dedicated M.2 heatsinks for all five M.2 slots, ensuring optimal component temperatures.
For speed and expansion, the Z790-E Gaming WiFi boasts a **PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot** for the latest graphics cards and a primary **PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 slot** for next-generation NVMe SSDs, alongside four additional PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots. It supports high-speed **DDR5 memory up to 7800+ MT/s (OC)** across four DIMM slots, enabling rapid data access and smooth multitasking.
Connectivity is comprehensive, featuring **Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet** for reliable wired gaming and **Intel Wi-Fi 6E** for ultra-fast, low-latency wireless connections across the 2.4, 5, and 6GHz bands. The board offers a wide array of USB ports, including a **USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C** (20Gbps) on the rear I/O and a front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ support, providing ample connectivity for all peripherals. The ROG SupremeFX audio solution ensures immersive gaming audio.
Finally, the motherboard integrates ASUS’s suite of **AI-driven optimization technologies** (AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation) and convenient **DIY-friendly features** (like PCIe Slot Q-Release and M.2 Q-Latch), making it easier for users to build, tune, and maintain their high-performance systems.

















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