GIGABYTE AORUS Z790 AORUS MASTER X DDR5 Motherboard - Black

GIGABYTE AORUS Z790 MASTER X DDR5 WIFI-7 E-ATX Motherboard - Black

X Gen Designed for 14th Gen

X marks the 14th generation! Introducing the AORUS Z790 X Gen Motherboards, the most powerful platforms ever built for the Intel® Core™ 14th Gen processors. With the leading performance in DDR5 memory, the upgraded DIY-friendly innovations, and the all-new BIOS redesigned as user-centered, the AORUS Z790 X Gen Motherboards are built to fully unleash the next-gen power.

Memory Xceed in DDR5

Performance

GIGABYTE is committed to enabling the unparalleled performance of the Intel® Core™ 14th Gen processors. That is why every Z790 AORUS MASTER X motherboard is engineered with industry-leading technologies to achieve the best-in-class DDR5 performance on the market.

Best-in-class Compatibility

DDR5 Overclocking Up to 8266 MT/s

BIOS Engineering

Feature-rich BIOS functions that enable easy access to the best-in-class DDR5 performance.

DDR5 XMP Booster

one click to auto boost your DDR5 module by the highest profile

DDR5 Auto Booster

one click to boost native DDR5-5600 to 6000

High Bandwidth

one click to increase DDR5 bandwidth

Low Latency

one click to shorten DDR5 latency

XMP 3.0 User Profile

optimizes memory settings and achieve the best performance for the system

Hardware Craftsmanship

Maximize DDR5 performance with our advanced technology for an unparalleled gaming experience.

Robust VRM Design

Xtraordinary power delivery

The Z790 AORUS MASTER X motherboard is equipped with the all-digital power design to achieve peak performance of the next-gen processor while providing the best stability under heavy workloads.

Digital Direct VRM Design

Ensures stable high-power delivery for advanced overclocking.

Efficient Overall Thermal

Xpress your cool

Every Z790 AORUS MASTER X motherboard is armored with the most advanced, full metal thermal design. These solid heatsinks are forged to keep your system cool while running fast.

DIY-friendly Innovations

Xpeditious building process

Building your own PC is meant to be joyful and effortless. Now we introduce a variety of innovations to make the Z790 AORUS MASTER X motherboard the most DIY-friendly ever.

PCB Crafting

Xtra layers for excellent players

As the very foundation of the motherboard, the PCB plays a subtle yet critical role in the capabilities. No gamers should overlook the details lie within the PCB layers.

8-Layer PCB

Enables dense integration, signal quality, power integrity, and low EMI for high-performance systems.

2X Copper Enhancement

Enhances system performance with improved heat dissipation, power handling, and seamless overclocking support.

56% Lower Dissipation Factor

Elevate signal integrity in high-frequency circuits with our pioneering technology, setting a new standard for high-speed electronic design.

Ultra Durable™

Xpect everything UD

GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ Technology represents our highest standards to provide a platform for gamers that is not only powerful but also durable and reliable. The Z790 AORUS MASTER X motherboard is built to last longer and stand stronger.

Connectivity

Xtensively versatile

The Z790 AORUS MASTER X motherboard offers a wide range of versatilities from the cutting-edge Wi-Fi 7 support with a redesigned antenna, to an array of USB ports.

• Seamless Connectivity
• Wi-Fi 7
• Ultra-high Gain Antenna
• 10GbE LAN

Intuitive Customization

Xplore infinite utilities

The Z790 AORUS MASTER X motherboard is the embodiment of our relentless pursuit of BIOS optimization. And thanks to our new partnership from the community, we now make the next-gen performance more accessible in even more intuitive ways.

Specifications

CPU 

• LGA1700 socket : Support for the 14th, 13th, and 12th Generation Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors*
• L3 cache varies with CPU
  

Chipset

• Intel® Z790 Express Chipset

Memory

•  Support for DDR5 8266(O.C) / 8200(O.C) / 8000(O.C) / 7950(O.C) / 7900(O.C) / 7800(O.C) / 7600(O.C.) / 7400(O.C.) / 7200(O.C.) / 7000(O.C.) / 6800(O.C.) / 6600(O.C.) / 6400(O.C.) / 6200(O.C.) / 6000(O.C.) / 5800(O.C.) / 5600(O.C.) / 5400(O.C.) / 5200(O.C.) / 4800 / 4000 MT/s memory modules
• 4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 192 GB (48 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memory Dual channel memory architecture
• Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode)
• Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules
• Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules

Onboard Graphics

• (The CPU and memory configuration may affect the supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules, please refer to "Memory Support List" for more information.)
• Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel® HD Graphics support:
• - 1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60 Hz
• * Support for DisplayPort 1.2 version and HDCP 2.3
• Realtek® ALC1220-VB CODEC
• * The front panel line out jack supports DSD audio.

Audio

• ESS ES9118 DAC chip
• Support for DTS:X® Ultra
• High Definition Audio
• 2/4/5.1-channel

* You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software. To configure 5.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings

LAN

• Marvell® AQtion AQC113C 10GbE LAN chip
  (10 Gbps/5 Gbps/2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps)

Wireless Communication module

• Qualcomm® Wi-Fi 7 QCNCM865 (PCB rev. 1.0)
• - 802.11a, b, g, n, ac, ax, be, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bands
• - BLUETOOTH 5.3
• - Support for 11be 320MHz wireless standard
• (Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment.)

Expansion Slots

        CPU:

• - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x16 (PCIEX16)
• * The PCIEX16 slot shares bandwidth with the M2C_CPU connector. The PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x8 mode when a device is installed in the M2C_CPU connector.
• * For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.

        Chipset:

• - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x4 (PCIEX4)
• - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x1 (PCIEX1)

Storage Interface

        CPU:

• - 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 25110/2280 PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2C_CPU)
• - 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU)

        Chipset:

• - 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2Q_SB)
• - 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support)(M2P_SB)
• - 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280 SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2M_SB)
• - 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
• RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID5, and RAID 10 support for NVMe SSD storage devices
• RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID5, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices

USB

          Chipset:

• - 3 x USB Type-C® ports, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support (2 ports on the back panel, 1 port available through the internal USB header)

            Chipset+2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Hubs:

• - 1 x USB Type-C® port on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 1 support
• - 7 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel
• Chipset+2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hubs:
• - 8 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers)

        Chipset+USB 2.0 Hub:

• - 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers

Internal I/O Connectors

• 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
• 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
• 1 x CPU fan header
• 1 x CPU fan/water cooling pump header
• 4 x system fan headers
• 4 x system fan/water cooling pump headers
• 3 x addressable RGB Gen2 LED strip headers
• 1 x RGB LED strip header
• 5 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
• 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
• 1 x front panel header
• 1 x front panel audio header
• 1 x USB Type-C® header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 headers
• 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
• 1 x noise detection header
• 2 x Thunderbolt™ add-in card connectors
• 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0/GC-TPM2.0 SPI V2 module only)
• 1 x power button
• 1 x reset button
• 1 x reset jumper
• 1 x Clear CMOS jumper
• 2 x temperature sensor headers
• Voltage Measurement Points

Back Panel Connectors

• 1 x Q-Flash Plus button
• 1 x Clear CMOS button
• 2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)
• 1 x DisplayPort
• 1 x USB Type-C® port, with USB 3.2 Gen 1 support
• 2 x USB Type-C® ports, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support
• 7 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)
• 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
• 1 x RJ-45 port
• 1 x optical S/PDIF Out Connector
• 2 x audio jacks

I/O Controller

• iTE® I/O Controller Chip

H/W Monitoring

• Voltage detection
• Temperature detection
• Fan speed detection
• Water cooling flow rate detection
• Fan fail warning
• Fan speed control
• * Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install.
• Noise detection

BIOS

• 1 x 256 Mbit flash
• Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
• PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0

Unique Features

• Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC)
• * Available applications in GCC may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications.
• Support for Q-Flash
• Support for Q-Flash Plus
• Support for Smart Backup

Bundled Software

• Norton® Internet Security (OEM version)
• LAN bandwidth management software

Operating System

• Support for Windows 11 64-bit

Form Factor

• E-ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 26.0cm