Asus Prime Z790-A WiFi 6E LGA 1700 ATX AI Gaming Motherboard

Asus PRIME Z790-A WIFI Motherboard

The ASUS Prime Z790-A WiFi 6E is expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 13th Gen Intel Core processors. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, the ASUS Prime Z790-A WiFi 6E provides daily users and DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features. The ASUS Prime Z790-A WiFi 6E is perfect for those seeking to create a sleek, futuristic-looking build, thanks to its black and white finish and iridescent metallic nameplate and PCB cover.

Product Highlights:

• Intel LGA 1700 Socket: Ready for 13th and 12th Gen Intel Core processors and Windows 11, support PCIe 5.0 and DDR5
• AI Motherboard: AI overclocking, AI cooling II and Two-way AI noise cancellation
• Enhanced Power Solution: 16 plus 1 DrMOS, ProCool sockets, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
• Comprehensive Cooling: Large VRM heatsink, M.2 heatsink, M.2 backplate with Q-Latch, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4
• Next-gen Connectivity: DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0, Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, front panel USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, Thunderbolt 4 header support

Product Features:

AI Cooling ll

AI Cooling II balances 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 it monitors CPU temperatures to dynamically adjust fans to optimal speeds.

M.2 Heatsinks

Three M.2 heatsinks cover four M.2 slots, warding off throttling that can occur with M.2 storage during sustained transfers. Removable captive screws reduce risk of drops or loss during heatsink removal.

VRM Heatsinks and Thermal Pads

The extensive surface area of the massive heatsinks cover the VRMs and chokes to improve heat dissipation. Together with specially engineered thermal pads, they improve heat transfer from the MOSFETs and chokes for better cooling performance.

Robust Power Design

Stable power is essential to extract every last bit of performance out of Intel processors. The PRIME Z790-A WIFI is geared to cater to the demands of these high-core-count CPUs.

1. ProCool Connectors: Proprietary connectors augment the motherboard's link to the PSU with 8+8 pin connectors that pass 12 volts of power directly to the processors. Each jack features solid pins that can handle more current than hollow-pin connectors.

2. 16 + 1 Teamed Power Stages: 16 + 1 power stages combine high-side and low-side MOSFETS and drivers into packages rated for 60 amperes each, delivering power, efficiency, stability and performance to latest Intel processors.

AEMP II for Ultimate DDR5 Performance

ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile II (AEMP II) is an exclusive firmware feature for PMIC-restricted memory modules. AEMP II is based on a CPU and memory module’s ability to train the memory chips on your kit, and it presents an optimized clock speed that can effortlessly unleash performance.

Built through a flexible training method, AEMP II makes it easy to not only tune the memory above baseline settings, but also maintain the stability of system operation, whether getting the most out of an entry-level module or priming a high-speed kit for ultimate performance.

Four M.2 slots (up to 64 Gbps)

Prime Z790-A WIFI offers a total of four M.2 slots that support data-transfer speeds of up to 64 Gbps via PCIe 4.0, enabling quicker boot-up and app load times with OS or application drives.

PCIe 5.0 Slot

Offers twice the data transfer speed of PCIe 4.0, making it robust enough to handle new data-heavy tasks. PCIe 5.0 also brings other benefits, such as electrical changes to improve signal integrity, backward-compatible CEM connectors for add-in cards, and compatibility with previous versions of PCI Express.

USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C

A batch of USB ports support high-end rigs loaded with peripherals, including both front and rear USB Type-C connectors with ultrafast USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 for transmission speeds of up to 20 Gbps.

WiFi 6E

Onboard WiFi 6E technology takes advantage of the newly available radio spectrum in the 6 GHz band. It provides up to three times the bandwidth of the 5 GHz band and up to seven 160 MHz bands to deliver ultrafast wireless networking speeds and improved capacity as well as better performance in dense wireless environments.

Product Specifications:

Processor & Chipset

Chipset Manufacturer: Intel

Chipset Model: Z790

Total Processor Supported: 1

Processor Socket: Socket LGA-1700

Processor Generation Supported:

13th Gen

12th Gen

Processor Supported:

Core

Pentium Gold

Celeron

Memory

Number of Memory Slots: 4

Memory Form Factor:

DIMM

UDIMM

Maximum Memory Supported: 128 GB

Memory Standard: DDR5-7200/PC5-57600

Memory Technology: DDR5 SDRAM

Memory Speed Supported:

7000 MHz

6800 MHz

6600 MHz

6400 MHz

6200 MHz

6000 MHz

5800 MHz

5600 MHz

5400 MHz

5200 MHz

5000 MHz

4800 MHz

I/O Controller

Controller Type: Serial ATA/600

RAID Supported: Yes

RAID Levels:

0

1

5

10

Video

Onboard Video: CPU Dependent Video

Audio

Audio Channels: 7.1

Network & Communication

Bluetooth: Yes

Bluetooth Standard: Bluetooth 5.3

Gigabit Ethernet: Yes

2.5 Gigabit Ethernet: Yes

Wireless LAN: Yes

Wireless LAN Standard: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax

I/O Expansions

Total Number of Expansion Slots: 5.0

PCI Express Standard:

PCI Express 5.0

PCI Express 4.0

PCI Express 3.0

Total Number of PCI Express Slots: 5

Number of PCI Express x1 Slots: 2

Number of PCI Express x4 Slots: 1

Number of PCI Express x16 Slots: 2

Interfaces/Ports

Total Number of USB Ports: 8

Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A Ports: 4

Number of USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Ports: 2

Number of USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Ports: 1

HDMI: Yes

HDMI Version: 2.1

DisplayPort: Yes

Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports: 1

Thunderbolt: Yes

Number of Thunderbolt 4 Ports: 1

Onboard Interfaces

Number of SATA Interfaces: 4

Number of M.2 Interfaces: 4

Total Number of Onboard USB Ports: 4

Number of Onboard USB 2.0 Ports: 4

Physical Characteristics

Form Factor: ATX

Width: 12"

Depth: 9.6"

Miscellaneous

Package Contents:

PRIME Z790-A WIFI Gaming Desktop Motherboard

2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables

1 x ASUS Wi-Fi Moving Antenna

1 x Q-connector

2 x M.2 Rubber Packages

1 x Screw Package for M.2 SSD

1 x User Guide

Brand Compatibility: Intel