ASUS TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI DDR5 Motherboard - Black

ASUS TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI DDR5 ATX Motherboard - Black

TUF GAMING

Z790-PLUS WIFI

TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI takes all the essential elements of the latest Intel® processors and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive cooling system, this motherboard goes beyond expectations with rock-solid performance for marathon gaming. TUF GAMING motherboards also undergo rigorous endurance testing to ensure that they can handle conditions where others may fail. Aesthetically, this model incorporates an embossed nameplate and geometric design elements to reflect the dependability and stability that defines the TUF GAMING series.

INTELLIGENT CONTROL

The TUF GAMING Z790 motherboards pack flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling performance tweaks to expertly match the way you play.

AI Cooling II

Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click. An ASUS-exclusive algorithm slashes unnecessary noise while running a quick stress test, and then it monitors CPU temperatures to dynamically adjust fans to optimal speeds.

POWER SAVING

All-Around Energy Efficiency

The Power Saving function contains several settings that can easily optimize power consumption and maximize energy savings. You can enable a CPU power limit, darken Aura lighting, and set the fan profile to a power saving mode. You can also toggle the Power Saver plan that is built into Microsoft Windows.

UEFI BIOS

The renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure, tweak and tune your system. It offers intelligently simplified options for PC DIY beginners and comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.

Armoury Crate

The ASUS-exclusive Armoury Crate software centralizes control of all supported gaming products. A single intuitive interface lets you customize RGB lighting for all compatible devices and link them to Aura Sync for unified illumination. It also displays information from, and enables control of, a growing hardware ecosystem. Armoury Crate also enables easy product registration and features a news section to keep you in touch with the gaming community.

Rock-Solid Performance

With upgraded power delivery and comprehensive cooling options to fuel the latest Intel CPUs, plus support for DDR5 memory and PCIe 4.0 storage, the TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI is the perfect foundation for your next Intel battle rig.

Power Design

DrMOS Power Stages

16+1 power stages are each rated to handle 60 amperes, combining high-side and low-side MOSFETS and drivers into a single package to deliver power, efficiency and stable performance for all compatible Intel processors.

Memory & Storage

Unleash DDR5 With AEMP II

ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile 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.

Easy PC DIY

The TUF GAMING line offers easy setup for all builders. The TUF GAMING Alliance ecosystem grants compatibility, while Armoury Crate has Fan Xpert 4, hardware info, Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation, RGB options and peripheral settings. This platform has intuitive tools to build and optimize dream rigs.

TUF Gaming Alliance

Build With Confidence

TUF GAMING Alliance is a collaboration between ASUS and trusted PC component brands to ensure compatibility across a wide range of parts, such as PC cases, power supplies, CPU coolers, memory kits and more. With new partnerships and components being added regularly, the TUF GAMING Alliance will continue to grow even stronger.

TUF Protection

SafeSlot & SafeDIMM

SafeSlot is a reinforced metal sheath added to a PCIe slot to keep a card firmly installed. Because PCIe 5.0 is two times faster than PCIe 4.0, ASUS enhanced SMT manufacturing processes for the faster SafeSlot―all to ensure users get the highest-possible data speeds. In addition, the ASUS SafeDIMM sheath is added to support and protect memory modules on select ASUS motherboards, empowering you to insert modules with speed, accuracy and confidence.

Easy Configuration

PCIe Q-Release

A physical button unlocks the first PCIe slot’s security latch with one tap, greatly simplifying the process of detaching a PCIe card from the motherboard when it’s time to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device.

Immersive Gaming

TUF GAMING Z790 motherboards provide a feature-packed high-performance gaming package, with ultrafast networking for smoother online gameplay, pristine audio with positional cues for FPS Gaming, and onboard RGB lighting that syncs with attached gear to personalize your gaming atmosphere.

Networking

WIFI 6E

AI Noise Cancelation

Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation

This powerful ASUS-exclusive utility leverages a massive deep-learning database to reduce background noise from the microphone* and incoming audio while preserving voices. Distracting keyboard clatter, mouse clicks and other ambient noises are muffled so you can hear and be heard with excellent clarity while gaming or during calls.

*An audio splitter (3.5 mm audio jack Y-cable) is necessary when using a 3.5 mm headset.

Audio

Realtek 7.1 Channel Audio

S1220A Codec

The TUF GAMING Z790 series utilizes an audio codec designed in close collaboration with Realtek — the Realtek S1220A. It features an unprecedented 120 dB signal-to-noise (SNR) ratio for the stereo line out and a 113 dB SNR for the line in, providing pristine audio quality. Additionally, an impedance-sensing circuit automatically adjusts gain to ensure an optimal volume range for your headphones.

Lighting

Outshine The Competition

A well-tuned system deserves a matching aesthetic. The TUF GAMING Z790 series features edge lighting to enhance its rugged look, and ASUS Aura offers full RGB control with presets for built-in LEDs and third-party strips. It can all sync with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-compatible hardware.

Specifications

Model

• TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI

CPU

• Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ & 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors*
• Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0**
• ** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types.

Chipset

• Intel® Z790 Chipset

Memory

• 4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5 7200(OC)/7000(OC)/6800(OC)/6600(OC)/6400(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5800(OC)/ 5600/ 5400/ 5200/ 5000/ 4800 Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory*
• Dual Channel Memory Architecture
• Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
• OptiMem II
• * Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/
• 4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR5 7200(OC)/7000(OC)/6800(OC)/6600(OC)/6400(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5800(OC)/ 5600/ 5400/ 5200/ 5000/ 4800 Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory*
• Dual Channel Memory Architecture
• Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
• OptiMem II
• * Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/

Graphics

• 1 x DisplayPort**
• 1 x HDMI® port***
• * Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to www.intel.com for any updates.
• ** Supports max. 4K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.
• *** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1.
• **** VGA resolution support depends on processors' or graphic cards' resolution.
• 1 x DisplayPort**
• 1 x HDMI® port***
• * Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types.
• ** Supports max. 4K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.
• *** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1.
• **** VGA resolution support depends on processors' or graphic cards' resolution.

Expansion Slots

• Intel® 13th & 12th Gen Processors*
• 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
• Intel® Z790 Chipset
• 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
• 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 slot
• 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
• * Please check the PCIe bifurcation table
• - To ensure compatibility of the device installed

Storage

• Total supports 4 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports*
• Intel® 13th & 12th Gen Processors
• M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110
• - Intel® 13th & 12th Gen processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode
• Intel® Z790 Chipset
• M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
• M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110  (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
• M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes)
• 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
• * Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10.

Ethernet

• 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet
• TUF LANGuard

Wireless & Bluetooth

• Wi-Fi 6E
• 2x2 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
• Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band*
• Bluetooth® v5.3**
• * WiFi 6E 6GHz regulatory may vary between countries.
• ** The Bluetooth version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications.

USB

• Rear USB (Total 8 ports)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (1 x USB Type-C®)
• 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (2 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
• 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A)
• Front USB (Total 7 ports)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (supports USB Type-C®)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
• 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports

Audio

• Realtek S1220A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC*
• - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
• - Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers
• - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
• - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in)
• - Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback*"
• Audio Features
• - Audio Shielding
• - Rear optical S/PDIF out port
• - Premium audio capacitors
• - Dedicated audio PCB layers
• - Audio Cover
• * Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1 Surround Sound audio.

Back Panel I/O Ports

• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (1 x USB Type-C®)
• 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (2 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
• 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A)
• 1 x DisplayPort
• 1 x HDMI® port
• 1 x Wi-Fi Module
• 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet port
• 5 x Audio jacks
• 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port

Internal I/O Connectors

• Fan and Cooling related
• 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
• 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
• 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
• 4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
• Power related
• 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
• 2 x 8-pin +12V Power connectors

Storage related

• 4 x M.2 slots (Key M)
• 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
• USB
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (supports USB Type-C®)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
• 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
• Miscellaneous
• 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
• 1 x Aura RGB header
• 1 x Clear CMOS header
• 1 x COM Port header
• 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP)
• 1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function
• 1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header

Special Features

• ASUS TUF PROTECTION
• - DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)
• - ESD Guards
• - TUF LANGuard
• - Overvoltage Protection
• - Safeslot
• - Stainless-Steel Back I/O
• ASUS Q-Design
• - M.2 Q-Latch
• - PCIe Slot Q-Release
• - Q-DIMM
• - Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])
• - Q-Slot
• ASUS Thermal Solution
• - M.2 heatsink
• - VRM heatsink design
• ASUS EZ DIY
• - CPU Socket lever protector
• - ProCool
• - Pre-mounted I/O shield
• - SafeDIMM
• AURA Sync
• - Aura RGB header
• - Addressable Gen 2 headers

Software Features

• ASUS Exclusive Software
• Armoury Crate
• - Aura Creator
• - Aura Sync
• - Fan Xpert 4 (with AI Cooling II)
• - Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation
• - Power Saving
• AI Suite 3
• - TurboV EVO
• - DIGI+ VRM
• - PC Cleaner
• TUF GAMING CPU-Z
• DTS Audio Processing
• MyAsus
• Norton 360 for Gamers
• WinRAR
• UEFI BIOS
• ASUS EZ DIY
• - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
• - ASUS EZ Flash 3
• - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode

BIOS

• 192 (128+64) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS

Manageability

• WOL by PME, PXE

Accessories

• Cables
• 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
• Miscellaneous
• 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna
• 1 x TUF GAMING sticker
• 2 x M.2 Rubber Packages
• 1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD
• Documentation
• 1 x TUF Certification card
• 1 x User guide

Operating System

• Windows® 11, Windows® 10 64-bit

Form Factor

• ATX Form Factor
• 12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )