Asus ROG Strix Z790-A Gaming WiFi LGA1700 DDR5 ATX Motherboard

Asus ROG Strix Z790-A Gaming WiFi - Description

LGA1700 DDR5 ATX Motherboard

A harmonious blend of style, performance, cooling, and connectivity defines the DDR5 version of the ROG Strix Z790-A motherboard, building upon the strengths of its DDR4 counterpart with an advanced memory upgrade. Its powerful VRM setup, enhanced with sturdy silver heatsinks, efficiently delivers power to the latest Intel® 14th Gen Core processors. With support for PCIe 5.0, WiFi 6E, and high-speed USB interfaces, the board excels in multiple performance areas. It also offers a wide array of tuning tools and features drawn from its ROG legacy, making it a well-rounded platform for demanding AI PC applications.

DIY-Friendly Design

PCIe Slot Q-Release:

A dedicated button allows for quick release of the first PCIe slot latch, making GPU or PCIe card upgrades easier without the need for tools.

M.2 Q-Latch:

This user-friendly latch system simplifies the installation and removal of M.2 SSDs, replacing the traditional screw mechanism with a secure and intuitive locking design.

Clear CMOS Button:

Instantly resets BIOS settings to default, helping recover from misconfigurations or incorrect settings.

BIOS FlashBack™:

Easily update the BIOS by inserting a USB drive containing the BIOS file into the dedicated port — no CPU or memory required.

Q-LED Diagnostic Lights:

Four LEDs provide real-time feedback on system status and help identify issues related to the CPU, RAM, GPU, or boot devices.

Performance:

This motherboard supports Intel® LGA 1700 socket CPUs, including 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Core™, Pentium® Gold, and Celeron® processors. It features a 16+1+2 power stage design and ProCool II power connectors for improved power delivery and system stability. Expansion capabilities include one PCIe 5.0 x16 Safeslot (driven by the CPU), two PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (x4/x4, chipset-based), and one PCIe 3.0 x1 slot. Memory is supported via four DDR5 DIMM slots in a dual-channel configuration, capable of reaching speeds above 7800 MT/s (overclocked). Storage options are plentiful with four M.2 slots: two M.2 22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4), one M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4), and one M.2 2280 supporting both PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA.

Cooling:

To maintain peak performance, the motherboard includes VRM and chipset heatsinks, three dedicated M.2 heatsinks for SSDs, and an AIO pump header for liquid cooling setups. Additionally, five 4-pin PWM fan headers allow for precise control over chassis cooling and airflow.

Gaming Immersion:

Enhance your gaming environment with customizable Aura RGB lighting, premium SupremeFX audio powered by the ALC4080 codec, and a Savitech SV3H712 amplifier. The audio system includes impedance detection and SupremeFX shielding for high-fidelity sound, delivering 120 dB SNR stereo playback and 113 dB SNR recording. It supports DTS® Sound Unbound™, Sonic Studio III with Virtual Mixer, Sonic Suite Companion, and Sonic Radar III for enhanced audio precision. Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation ensures clear voice communication during gameplay. For lighting customization, the board offers three Gen 2 addressable RGB headers and one 4-pin Aura RGB header.

Connectivity:

Connectivity options are extensive, including HDMI® and DisplayPort™ outputs, Intel® 2.5G Ethernet, and Wi-Fi 6E for fast and stable networking. The rear I/O includes two USB 2.0, four USB 3.2 Gen 1, three USB 3.2 Gen 2 (two Type-A and one Type-C®), and a high-speed USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® port. Internal headers support additional USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1, and USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 connections. Storage expansion is facilitated via four SATA 6Gb/s ports and a Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header. Audio connectivity includes five audio jacks and an optical S/PDIF out. The motherboard also includes user-friendly BIOS controls with Clear CMOS and BIOS FlashBack™ buttons.

All-Around Performance:

With a powerful power delivery system, high-speed DDR5 memory support, fast storage options, and comprehensive cooling solutions, the ROG Strix Z790-A provides a solid foundation for any high-performance build.

AI Overclocking:

ASUS AI Overclocking intelligently profiles your CPU and cooling setup to determine the best overclocking settings. These can be applied automatically or serve as a starting point for further manual tuning, making overclocking faster and more efficient.

PCIe 5.0 and High-Speed Storage:

The PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot is optimized for next-generation graphics cards, while four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots — each with dedicated heatsinks — ensure rapid storage performance.

Power Design

Power Architecture:

Equipped with a 16+1+2 power stage design, each rated for up to 70A, the motherboard delivers robust and stable power to 14th Gen Intel® Core™ processors under even the most demanding workloads.

Alloy Chokes and Durable Capacitors:

Premium alloy chokes and long-lasting capacitors are built to withstand high temperatures, ensuring reliable performance that surpasses standard industry benchmarks.

Dual 8-Pin ProCool II Power Connectors:

These precision-engineered connectors ensure a secure and stable link between the PSU and motherboard. The metal-reinforced sheath enhances thermal dissipation and reduces electrical resistance.

Six-Layer PCB:

The advanced six-layer board efficiently dissipates heat from the VRMs, improving system stability and offering greater headroom for CPU overclocking.

Memory

DDR5 Dominance:

With ROG's heritage of pushing memory performance to the limit, the Strix Z790-A sets the stage for DDR5 to exceed 7 GT/s and beyond. Optimized signal routing and robust design empower both experienced and novice users to fine-tune memory settings in the UEFI for maximum performance.

AEMP II (ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile II):

This exclusive ASUS hardware and firmware solution enables automatic overclocking of standard DDR5 memory modules at system boot. AEMP II leverages the motherboard's optimized PCB layout to unlock higher frequencies, even for mixed memory kits in a quad-DIMM configuration. It supports a wide variety of DDR5 modules, including those without XMP profiles.

Cooling

VRM Heatsinks:

Two substantial heatsinks with optimized airflow channels cover the power delivery components, ensuring efficient thermal management for high-performance Intel 14th Gen CPUs.

M.2 Backplate:

An integrated backplate helps maintain SSD performance during sustained workloads, especially in low-airflow environments.

M.2 Heatsinks:

Each M.2 slot is equipped with a dedicated heatsink to maintain optimal SSD temperatures for consistent speed and reliability.

CPU Fan Headers:

Two PWM/DC fan headers near the top of the board offer convenient connections for CPU coolers.

AIO Pump Header:

A dedicated PWM/DC header supports all-in-one liquid cooling pumps for advanced thermal solutions.

4-Pin Fan Headers:

Four 4-pin PWM/DC fan headers provide flexible cooling options, with automatic detection of connected fan types.

Leading Connectivity

Next-generation connectivity and low-latency networking are core elements of the ROG experience — and the Strix Z790-A delivers them in full. It also features a premium audio solution for immersive, high-fidelity sound.

WiFi 6E:

Built-in WiFi 6E technology taps into the new 6 GHz frequency band, offering up to seven 160 MHz channels for ultra-fast speeds and improved performance in crowded wireless environments.

Intel® 2.5G Ethernet:

For smooth, low-latency online gaming and fast file transfers, the motherboard includes Intel® 2.5 Gbps Ethernet for improved network performance.

USB 3.2 Gen 2x2:

Two USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® ports offer lightning-fast data transfer speeds of up to 20 Gbps. One is located on the rear I/O panel, while the second is a front-panel header that also supports USB Power Delivery (PD) 3.0 for fast charging up to 30W.

SupremeFX Audio:

ROG SupremeFX combines hardware and software enhancements for crystal-clear audio. Powered by the ALC4080 codec, it supports 32-bit/384 kHz high-resolution audio across all channels. The Savitech SV3H712 amplifier delivers powerful front-panel output for a wide range of speakers and headsets.

Play in Style

Personalize your system with customizable RGB lighting via onboard headers and Aura Sync compatibility, allowing seamless synchronization with other RGB-enabled components.

Undeniably ROG Strix:

The ROG Strix Z790-A offers a bold and striking design, contrasting with its darker sibling, the Strix Z790-F. Its silver metallic heatsinks stand out against a black PCB, highlighting the board's advanced thermal capabilities. A semi-transparent I/O shield adds a modern flair and showcases the customizable RGB logo underneath. The board’s aesthetic is enhanced with ROG-themed elements across the PCB, heatsinks, and I/O armor, giving it a futuristic and dynamic look. Pair it with other ROG products to build a fully synchronized, high-performance gaming rig that reflects your unique style.

Outshine the Competition:

ROG Strix motherboards come equipped with ASUS Aura RGB lighting technology, offering full customization of onboard LEDs and compatibility with third-party RGB accessories. Easily sync lighting effects across a wide range of compatible ROG components — including graphics cards, monitors, keyboards, and mice — for a visually cohesive and stunning gaming setup.

Cooler Compatibility:

The motherboard features the LGA 1700 socket, ensuring full backward compatibility with all coolers designed for previous Z690-based platforms. This includes a full lineup of ASUS and ROG AIO coolers, giving you flexibility in cooling solutions without the need for new hardware.

Join the ROG Strix Ecosystem:

Elevate your system with the ROG Strix lineup, where seamless aesthetics, intuitive control, and full compatibility come together across a wide array of components — from AIO coolers and PC cases to gaming peripherals. ROG delivers more integration and customization options than any other brand in the industry.

Software Utilities:

A suite of ROG-exclusive software tools empowers users with advanced system control, tuning, and optimization.

Intelligent Control

AI Cooling II:

Automatically optimizes fan speeds to strike the perfect balance between cooling performance and noise levels. The system runs a quick stress test, analyzes CPU temperatures, and dynamically adjusts fan speeds for optimal thermal efficiency — all with the click of a button.

Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation:

This intelligent feature uses a deep-learning database to filter out over 5 million types of background noise from both incoming and outgoing audio, ensuring crystal-clear voice communication during gaming or calls.

AI Networking:

Powered by GameFirst VI technology, this utility intelligently manages bandwidth based on real-time application needs and usage patterns. It now includes optimized support for GeForce NOW, minimizing latency during cloud gaming sessions.

Optimization

UEFI BIOS:

The award-winning ROG UEFI BIOS offers a powerful and user-friendly interface for system configuration, tuning, and overclocking. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced builder, the BIOS includes both simplified and advanced settings to suit your needs.

AI Suite 3:

This all-in-one control center features intuitive tools to boost system performance while maintaining stability. Easily manage power settings, monitor hardware, and tweak performance parameters from a single dashboard.

Gaming Audio

Sonic Studio III:

Enhance your audio experience with virtual surround sound using HRTF (Head-Related Transfer Function) technology. Sonic Studio III delivers immersive 3D audio for headsets, along with customizable EQ settings and one-click presets tailored to your listening preferences.

DTS Sound Unbound™:

Enjoy a more immersive soundscape with DTS Sound Unbound, which uses Microsoft spatial sound technology to create a 3D audio environment. Experience pinpoint audio accuracy in games, allowing you to detect the direction and distance of in-game sounds like footsteps, gunfire, and more.

AIDA64 Extreme:

Included with the motherboard is a 60-day trial of AIDA64 Extreme — a comprehensive system diagnostic and benchmarking tool. Monitor real-time system vitals such as temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds directly on your desktop or through external displays and ROG AIO cooler LCD panels. The software also helps detect and prevent hardware issues before they become critical.

Armoury Crate:

Armoury Crate offers centralized control over your ROG gaming ecosystem. From a single, intuitive interface, you can manage RGB lighting, synchronize effects with Aura Sync, and customize lighting across all compatible devices.

The Fan Xpert4 tool provides detailed control over system fans, water pumps, and AIO coolers. Additionally, Armoury Crate simplifies driver and software updates, user manual access, and product registration. It also connects you to the ASUS gaming community through a dedicated news feed.

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