ASUS ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WiFi D4 DDR4
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Product information
Pros and cons
According to our motherboard expert
- Thanks to the 1700 socket, you can install 12th, 13th, and 14th generation Intel processors in this motherboard.
- You can monitor the performance of the motherboard via the various included software programs.
- You can game with a super fast internet connection both wirelessly and wired, thanks to the WiFi 6 module and 2.5GB Ethernet port.
- The socket isn't suitable for Intel processors older than the 12th generation.
- The Z790-A doesn't have PCIe 5.0 M.2 SSD slots and doesn't provide DDR5 support.
Description
Note: this motherboard only works with 12th generation Intel processors or newer, with a 1700 socket. In addition, this motherboard only works with DDR4 RAM.
Build a powerful gaming PC with the ASUS ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WiFi D4 DDR4. This ATX motherboard has the LGA1700 socket and Z790 chipset, which you can use with 12th, 13th, and 14th generation Intel processors. Place up to 128GB DDR4 RAM on this motherboard via the 4 DIMM slots. Want a fast storage space in addition to large RAM? No worries, you get 5 M.2 slots to easily place multiple NVMe SSDs on the motherboard. As part of the Z790 series, this motherboard is suitable for overclocking. Thanks to the heatsinks and CPU fan headers, you have plenty of options for active cooling. This way, you keep your components cool so you stay focused on your game. You can connect it wired or wirelessly. The WiFi 6E module and 2.5Gbps Ethernet port both offer a powerful and stable internet connection. To connect your accessories and components, you have plenty of choice. You can find 10 USB 3.2 ports at the back on the I/O shield, of which 2 USB-C ports. This means you never have to choose between which accessories you want to connect. Want to monitor the performance? This motherboard offers various software programs to cool and optimize your audio, for example. As a result, you can adjust all settings to your own liking.
This is what you get
- Manual
- I/O shield
Key specs
Socket (CPU) | 1700 (12th gen Intel), 1700 (13th gen Intel) | |
Motherboard chipset | Intel Z790 | |
Form factor (motherboards) | ATX | |
Total number of RAM slots | 4 | |
Nubmber of M.2 connectors | 4 | |
PCI Express x16 slots | 3 | |
Built-in WiFi | ||
Support for overclocking |
Suitable accessories
Specifications
Product
Product number | 916769 | |
Manufacturer code | 90MB1CN0-M0EAY0 | |
Brand | ASUS | |
Warranty | 3 years | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue |
General properties
Compatible with Windows version | Windows 10, Windows 11 | |
Revision | 1.0 | |
Suitable casings | Full Tower, Mid Tower | |
Form factor (motherboards) | ATX |
Chipset properties
Chipset brand | Intel | |
Motherboard chipset | Intel Z790 | |
Socket (CPU) | 1700 (12th gen Intel), 1700 (13th gen Intel) | |
Support for overclocking | ||
Chipset cooler (motherboards) | Passive |
Memory slot properties
Total number of RAM slots | 4 | |
Memory type | DDR4 | |
Memory speed | 2133 MHz | |
Maximum memory speed | 5333 MHz | |
Maximum internal memory | 128 GB | |
Number of memory channels | Dual channel (2) |
PCIe connectors
PCI Express x1 slots | 1 | |
Version PCIe x1 slots | PCIe 3.0 | |
PCI Express x16 slots | 3 | |
Number of PCIe 5.0 (x16/x16) connectors | 1 | |
Number of PCIe 4.0 (x16/x4) connectors | 2 |
Storage properties
Supported M.2 SSD formats | 22x80mm | |
Nubmber of M.2 connectors | 4 | |
Number of cooled M.2 SSD slots | 4 | |
Number of M-key (PCIe 4.0 + SATA III) slots | 1 | |
Number of M-key (PCIe 4.0) slots | 3 | |
Number of SATA connectors | 4 |
WiFi and Bluetooth properties
Built-in WiFi | ||
WiFi standards | Wireless AXE (WiFi 6E) | |
Bluetooth | ||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
Video connections
DisplayPort connector | ||
Number of Female Standard DisplayPort 1.4 ports | 1 | |
HDMI connector | ||
Number of Female HDMI type A 2.1 ports | 1 | |
Thunderbolt connector | ||
DVI connector | ||
VGA connector |
USB connectors
USB-C ports back panel | ||
Number of USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) ports back panel | 1 | |
Number of USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps) ports back panel | 1 | |
USB-A ports back panel | ||
Number of USB-A 2.0 (480Mbps) ports back panel | 2 | |
Number of USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) ports back panel | 4 | |
Number of USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) ports back panel | 2 |
Audio and Ethernet connectors
Headphone jack | ||
Microphone connector | ||
Number of microphone connectors | 1 | |
Ethernet port | ||
Number of 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports | 1 | |
Digital optical connector | ||
Audio processor | ALC4080 |
Power connectors
Fan headers | ||
Number of 4-pin CPU fan headers | 1 | |
Number of 4-pin CPU optional headers | 1 | |
Number of 4-pin system fan headers | 5 | |
Number of 4-pin CPU water cooling fan headers | 1 | |
Type of power connector for motherboard | 24-pin ATX connector | |
Type of power connector for CPU | 8+8 pin ATX connector | |
RGB headers | ||
Number of RGB headers | 4 | |
USB headers on the motherboard | ||
Number of USB 2.0 (480Mbps) headers on the motherboard | 2 | |
Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) headers on the motherboard | 1 |
Other connectors
USB-A ports on the motherboard | 1 | |
BIOS flash button on the motherboard | ||
Clear CMOS button on the motherboard | ||
Power button on the motherboard |
RGB lighting
RGB lighting | ||
Number of colors lighting | Multicolor |
