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Asus Prime Z790-PDDR5

ASUS Prime series motherboards are meticulously crafted to fully harness the power of 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors. Featuring a solid power design, advanced cooling solutions, and smart tuning options, the PRIME Z790-P offers PC builders a variety of performance enhancements through user-friendly software and firmware features.

FLEXIBILITY:

Comprehensive controls are at the heart of the ASUS PRIME series. The PRIME Z790-P motherboard is equipped with versatile tools that allow you to fine-tune every aspect of your system, enabling performance adjustments to suit your workflow and maximize productivity.

Intelligent Control:

ASUS Intelligent Control enhances your PC's intelligence. It manages complex tuning and dynamically optimizes key system components, providing easy-to-use options for beginners in PC DIY, as well as advanced features for experienced users.

All-Around Energy Efficiency:

The Power Saving function offers various settings to optimize power consumption and maximize energy savings. You can set a CPU power limit, dim Aura lighting, and adjust the fan profile to a power-saving mode. Additionally, you can activate the Power Saver plan built into Microsoft Windows.

Flexible Air- and Liquid-Cooling Controls:

ASUS Fan Xpert 4 software offers extensive control over fans, water pumps, and all-in-one (AIO) coolers. Whether using air or water cooling, Auto-Tuning mode intelligently configures all settings with a single click. Additionally, Extreme Quiet mode lowers fan speeds below the default minimum to keep your system exceptionally quiet during light tasks. Fans, water pumps, and AIO coolers can also be managed through the UEFI BIOS.

Precise Digital Power Control:

The Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) provides real-time control over voltage fluctuations by automatically adjusting frequency and power-efficiency settings. It also enables fine-tuning of your CPU for optimal stability and performance.

AI Cooling ll:

AI Cooling II optimizes thermal and acoustic performance with just one click. Using a proprietary ASUS algorithm, it reduces unnecessary noise by running a quick stress test and then dynamically adjusts fan speeds based on CPU temperatures for optimal performance.

UEFI BIOS:

The acclaimed ASUS UEFI BIOS offers all the tools needed to configure, adjust, and fine-tune your system. It provides user-friendly options for PC DIY newcomers and advanced features for experienced builders.

Advanced Tuning for Serious Tweakers:

The intuitive Advanced mode in the UEFI provides full control over your system. A built-in search feature helps you quickly locate options, while various advanced functions allow for precise adjustments to fine-tune performance to your preferences.

Quick and Simple Setup:

EZ mode shows essential settings and statistics, offering guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and one-click application of key settings. These features help you get your system up and running quickly and easily.

Intuitive Graphical Fan Control:

Easily adjust individual fan settings by dragging a curve with your mouse.

Aura On/Off Mode (Stealth):

Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting and all onboard LEDs for a more subtle aesthetic.

COOLING:

The PRIME Z790-P motherboard is designed with multiple onboard heatsinks and a variety of hybrid fan headers to keep your system cool and stable, even under heavy workloads.

M.2 Heatsink:

The adjustable M.2 heatsink with removable captive screws can be used for the M.2_1 or M.2_3 slot, preventing throttling that can happen to M.2 storage during prolonged transfers.

VRM Heatsinks and Thermal Pads:

The large surface area of the massive heatsinks covers the VRMs and chokes, enhancing heat dissipation. Along with specially engineered thermal pads, these enhancements improve heat transfer from the MOSFETs and chokes, leading to superior cooling performance.

Cooler by Design:

The PRIME Z790-P offers comprehensive cooling controls, configurable through Fan Xpert 4 software or the UEFI BIOS.

Multiple Temperature Sources:

Each header can dynamically reference three thermal sensors. Fan Xpert 4 enables you to map the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards, optimizing cooling for both GPU- and CPU-intensive tasks.

AIO PumpHeader:

A dedicated PWM/DC header is available for self-contained water-cooling setups.

Smart Protection:

Each fan header is safeguarded by a dedicated integrated circuit that protects against overheating and overcurrent.

4-Pin PWM/DC Fan:

Each onboard header automatically detects whether a PWM or DC fan is connected.

PERFORMANCE:

The PRIME Z790-P motherboard is designed to manage the high core counts and bandwidth requirements of 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors. The ASUS Z790 motherboard delivers essential features to enhance daily productivity, ensuring your system is equipped with stable power, intuitive cooling, and versatile data transfer options.

Robust Power Design:

Stable power is crucial for maximizing performance from Intel processors. The PRIME Z790-P is designed to meet the demands of high-core-count CPUs, ensuring reliable power delivery.

ProCool Connectors:

Proprietary connectors enhance the motherboard's connection to the PSU with 4 + 8 pin connectors that deliver 12 volts of power directly to the processors. Each connector is equipped with solid pins capable of handling more current than hollow-pin connectors.

14(50A)+1(60A)+1 Power Stages:

The 14(50A)+1(60A)+1 power stages integrate high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into packages rated for up to 60 amperes each, providing power, efficiency, stability, and performance for the latest Intel processors.

AEMP II for Ultimate DDR5 Performance:

ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile II (AEMP II) is a proprietary firmware feature tailored for PMIC-restricted memory modules. It utilizes the CPU and memory module’s capability to train memory chips, delivering an optimized clock speed that effortlessly boosts performance. This flexible training method allows for tuning memory beyond baseline settings while maintaining system stability, whether you're optimizing an entry-level module or pushing a high-speed kit for peak performance.

Results may vary depending on your CPU and memory modules. **The comparison chart is based on tests with an Intel® i9-13900K processor and 2x16 GB SK Hynix DDR5-4800 non-ECC UDIMMs, model HMCG78MEBUA081N. ***Ensure all memory modules come from a single validated kit. Mixing DIMMs from different kits, even if they are the same make and model, can lead to boot failures and compatibility issues. Always use DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For best compatibility, use memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with your retailer for the correct memory modules.

ASUS OptiMem II:

Revisions to the motherboard's trace routing provide the latest Intel® processors with unrestricted access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology meticulously maps memory signal pathways across various PCB layers, minimizing vias and incorporating shielding zones to significantly reduce crosstalk. The benefits of ASUS OptiMem II include:

Enhanced memory stability and compatibility Lower memory latencies at equivalent voltages Improved memory frequency margin

Storage Three M.2 slots (supporting speeds up to 64 Gbps) :

The PRIME Z790-P features three M.2 slots, each supporting data transfer speeds of up to 64 Gbps via PCIe® 4.0. This enables faster boot-up and application load times for OS or application drives.

PCIe® 5.0 Slot:

PCIe® 5.0 delivers double the data transfer speed of PCIe® 4.0, making it powerful enough to handle new data-intensive tasks. It also offers other advantages, including electrical enhancements for improved signal integrity, backward-compatible CEM connectors for add-in cards, and compatibility with previous PCI Express versions.

USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C®:

A suite of USB ports supports high-end rigs packed with peripherals, including rear USB Type-C connectors with ultrafast USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 for transmission speeds up to 20 Gbps.

Thunderbolt™ 4 (USB4® compliant):

The PRIME Z790-P motherboard includes USB4® support via a Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header. With an ASUS add-on card*, it can achieve bi-directional speeds of up to 40 Gbps on a single cable while providing power for fast-charging devices. Additionally, this card supports daisy-chaining for multi-screen connections and dual 4K displays.

LANGuard:

ASUS LANGuard is a hardware-level network protection feature that incorporates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium anti-EMI surface-mounted capacitors to enhance throughput and ensure a more reliable connection.

CUSTOMIZATION:

The PRIME Z790-P motherboard includes refined details that enhance every experience, from exclusive codecs that deliver pristine audio quality to intuitive RGB lighting controls that allow you to customize your system for a uniquely personal look.

Outstanding Audio:

The combination of onboard features delivers superior audio quality. Intelligent design and premium hardware provide an unparalleled audio experience.

Audio Shielding:

Audio shielding ensures precise analog/digital separation and significantly reduces multi-directional interference.

Dedicated Audio PCB Layers:

Separate layers for the left and right tracks ensure both channels deliver consistent, high-quality sound.

Premium Audio Capacitors:

Delivers warm, natural, and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity.

Aura Sync Outshine the Competition:

A finely-tuned enthusiast system deserves an equally impressive look. ASUS Aura provides comprehensive RGB lighting control with various presets for built-in RGB LEDs, as well as for strips and devices connected to the onboard RGB headers. It also syncs with an expanding range of Aura-capable hardware.

Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header:

Three addressable Gen 2 RGB headers can identify the number of LEDs on second-generation addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to automatically customize lighting effects for each device. These headers are also compatible with existing Aura RGB hardware.

Armoury Crate:

Armoury Crate provides a single, intuitive interface for easily customizing Aura Sync RGB settings across all compatible devices in your setup. It also offers controls for an expanding range of ASUS products, including keyboard and mouse preferences. Additionally, Armoury Crate features product registration and a news feed, ensuring you stay updated with the latest news and updates from the ASUS community.

Q-LED Core:

The Q-LED Core display uses light patterns from the power LED during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) to assist users in diagnosing potential issues.

SafeSlot Core+:

PCIe® 5.0 is twice as fast as PCIe® 4.0, so we’ve adapted our SMT manufacturing process to support the faster SafeSlot Core+. SafeSlot Core+ features a reinforced metal sheath around the PCIe slot, ensuring that your card remains securely installed and maintains the highest data speeds.

Overvoltage Protection:

World-class circuit protection design features an exclusive circuit with integrated voltage regulators to safeguard your motherboard from damage caused by unexpected high-level voltages from unstable or substandard power supplies.

Stainless-Steel Back I/O:

Three times more corrosion-resistant for enhanced durability, stainless-steel back I/O panels coated with chromium oxide have a lifespan that is three times longer than standard panels.