AORUS Z790 series gaming motherboards fully optimize the performance within the latest Intel® 13th generation processors with our most capable digital power design ever. Before you would notice, the heat generated from the beastly power consumption is already dealt with by the full metal thermal solution. Not to mention the lightning-fast track to the next-gen PCIe 5.0 and the top-tier compatibility of DDR5 memory. Be crowned the king of gaming.
Z790 AORUS ELITE AX ICE
Key Features
- Intel® Socket LGA 1700:Support 13th and 12th Gen Series Processors
- Unparalleled Performance:Twin 16+1+2 Phases Digital VRM Solution
- Dual Channel DDR5:4*SMD DIMMs with XMP 3.0 Memory Module Support
- Next Generation Storage:4*PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Connectors
- Advanced Thermal Design & M.2 Thermal Guard III: To Ensure VRM Power Stability & M.2 SSD Performance
- EZ-Latch Plus:M.2 Connectors with Quick Release & Screwless Design
- Fast Networks:2.5GbE LAN & Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax
- Extended Connectivity:DP, HDMI, Front USB-C® 10Gb/s, Rear USB-C® 20Gb/s
- Smart Fan 6:Features Multiple Temperature Sensors, Hybrid Fan Headers with FAN STOP
- Q-Flash Plus:Update BIOS Without Installing the CPU, Memory and Graphics Card
OVERVIEW
Performance
Thermal
Connectivity
DIY Friendly
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16*+1+2 Twin Digital VRM Design
- 6-Layer PCB
- Mid-Low Loss PCB
- 2X Copper PCB
- Premium Choke and Capacitor
*8+8 phases parallel power design
*Power stage maximum current capacity is based on VCORE Phase. -
4 x Gen 4 M.2 Slots
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Full-length PCIe slots
- 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 with PCIe UD Slot PG5
- 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot
- 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot
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UD Power Connector
- 24 pin ATX with UD Solid Pin
- 8+8 pin CPU with UD Solid Pin
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Intel Core™ 13th Processors Support
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4 x DIMMs, Dual Channel DDR5
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VRM Thermal Armor Advanced
- 6 mm Heatpipe
- 7.5 W/mk Thermal Pad
- Integrated IO Shield
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M.2 Thermal Guard L
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M.2 Thermal Guard Ext.
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4 x USB 2.0
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Wi-Fi 6E with Ultra-high gain Antenna
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2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
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HDMI
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DisplayPort
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1 x USB-C® 20Gb/s
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3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
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2.5 GbE LAN
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RGB Fusion
- 2 x Addressable LED Header
- 2 x RGB LED Header
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Front USB-C® 10Gb/s
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Thunderbolt™ Add-in Card Connector
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6 x SATA 6Gb/s
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Enjoy reliable gaming audio
- 8-ch HD Audio
- Audiophile Grade Capacitors
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M.2 EZ-Latch Plus
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PCIe EZ-Latch
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Clear CMOS Onboard Button
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Multi-Key
- RGB Switch
- Direct to BIOS
- Safe Mode
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Q-FLASH Plus Onboard Button
Robust VRM Design
Power
in number
All AORUS series gaming motherboards are equipped with an all-digital power design, which delivers the best stability under heavy workloads.
Digital Twin VRM Design
ensures stable high-power delivery for advanced overclocking.
to unleash full potential of multi-cores CPU performance
for CPU integrated GPU performance
provide stable power for CPU integrated PCIe & Memory controller
Memory
Memory,
to the future
All AORUS series gaming motherboards feature multiple techniques to enhance the performance of DDR5 memory with the best compatibility.
Best-in-class Compatibility
*Memory overclocking and XMP support may vary. Please refer to the qualified vendor list (QVL) for details and note that product features may vary by model.
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.
Efficient Thermal
Overall Thermal
Every AORUS motherboard is armored with the most advanced, full metal thermal design. These solid heatsinks are forged to keep your system cool while running fast.
M.2 Thermal Guard L
with M.2 Thermal Guard Backplate
M.2 Thermal Guard Ext.
DIY-friendly
Build effortless
Building your own PC is meant to be joyful and effortless. AORUS motherboards are designed to be the most DIY-friendly option available.
EZ-Latch Designs
Effortless mechanisms that enable easy installations of components.
Ultra Durable™
Get everythingUD
GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ Technology represents our highest standards to provide a platform for gamers that is not only powerful but also durable and reliable. AORUS series motherboard is built to last longer and stand stronger.
Connectivity
Connectivity versatile
Enable the ultimate connection experience with blazing data-transfer speeds through the next generation network, storage, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
Enjoy reliable gaming audio
Customization
Elevating Performance Together
AORUS series motherboard signifies our dedication to BIOS optimization. Through our community partnership, we're making next-gen performance more user-friendly.
BIOS
Enhancing VR Experiences with Wi-Fi 6E
Wi-Fi 6E enhances VR with faster speeds, lower latency, increased capacity, and stronger security, enabling seamless wireless streaming of high-quality VR games and improved multi-user experiences.
Lower latency ensures minimal delay between their actions and the corresponding response in online games, resulting in a more responsive and immersive gaming experience.
Wi-Fi 6E's increased capacity ensures smoother gameplay by minimizing congestion and maintaining consistent performance.
Faster transmission speeds enable quick downloads, seamless online gaming, and smooth video streaming without interruptions.
Wi-Fi 6E's use of the 6 GHz frequency band provides additional bandwidth, reducing congestion and interference from other devices.
GIGABYTE Ultra-high Gain Antenna
Experience enhanced signal strength with the GIGABYTE Ultra-high gain Antenna, which incorporates a smart antenna function to optimize Wi-Fi signal transmission.
Direction signal
Omnidirectional signal
Multi-key
A multi-function reset button that can be reconfigured to other function in BIOS for different user scenarios.
Turn off all lighting effect on motherboard.
Boot into BIOS menu directly without pressing any keyboard button.
Boot into BIOS safe mode to change specific option without losing other BIOS settings.
Q-FLASH PLUS
Update the BIOS easily without installing the CPU, memory and graphics card.
Plug 24pin & 8pin power supply cable on motherboard.
Download motherboard BIOS file and rename to "gigabyte.bin", save to USB flashdrive, and plug USB flashdrive into Q-FLASH PLUS USB port.
Press Q-FLASH PLUS button, and motherboard will start updating BIOS automatically.
Smart Fan 6
ensures optimal cooling and quiet operation for your gaming PC, with support for PWM/DC fans and pumps, customizable settings, and intuitive temperature monitoring.
Each fan headers support PWM and DC fan and Water Cooling Pump , and up to 24W (12V x 2A) with Over-Current Protection.
Multiple temperature/fan speed control points for precise fan curve.
Slope/Stair dual mode for different user scenario.
Fan can stop completely below users' specified temperature point.
Smart Fan 6 BIOS UI
Enhance fan curve control with an expanded number of control points, from 5 to 7, and a larger fan speed graph, enabling users to have more precise and effortless control over fan curve settings.
Switch between Slope and Stair modes to adapt to various user scenarios. Slope mode provides a linear fan speed curve, while Stair mode maintains a constant fan speed within specified temperature intervals.
For advanced users, manual input of fan speeds is available for fine-tuning and precise control over the cooling system.
Simplify the process with EZ Tuning by setting 4 points on a rough temperature/fan speed scale. Smart Fan 6 will quickly generate a fan curve based on these points.
Save your customized fan curve profile in the BIOS ROM, ensuring it remains intact even after BIOS updates.
VRM Thermal Armor Advanced
High coverage MOSFETs and integrated molded heatsinks improve thermal efficiency by enhancing airflow and heat exchange.
The surface area has been increased up to 4X larger compared to traditional heatsinks, resulting in improved heat dissipation from the MOSFETs.
The TRUE single-piece heatsink offers superior cooling performance compared to competitors' multi-piece designs, thanks to its one-piece construction and larger surface area.
With its Multi-Cut Design, this heatsink includes multiple channels and inlets to enhance airflow, resulting in improved heat transfer performance.
6mm heatpipe helps to transfer heat between two heatsinks which improves overall thermal balance of the MOSFETs.
Optimize hardware performance with our advanced 7.5 W/mK thermal pad for efficient heat dissipation.
Enhances system performance with improved heat dissipation, power handling, and seamless overclocking support.
Digital Direct VRM design
GIGABYTE's DIRECT VRM DESIGN excels in temperature control and current capacity. Coupled with the Tantalum Polymer Capacitor boosts efficiency, reduces ripple, and maintains lower temperatures. This strengthens AORUS motherboards, enhancing response, stability, and overclocking performance.
30% reduced voltage spikes
Achieve Higher DDR5 Memory Frequencies with Ease
Boost memory performance instantly.
Easily overclock Native and XMP 3.0 DDR5 memory to higher frequencies.
No need to manually configure multiple memory parameters like clock, voltage, and timings.
Built-in database of pre-tuned profiles for different memory IC vendors.
Maximize DDR5 performance with your memory settings
Users can define two empty SPD profiles and transfer them to another computer.
Simulate memory performance quickly by inputting clock and timing parameters.
Save and load memory profiles for online sharing.
Increase the frequency of non-overclockable DDR5 memory.
Reset memory settings conveniently.
Revolutionary DDR5 Technology
Maximize DDR5 performance with our advanced technology for an unparalleled gaming experience.
Memory routing is shielded within the PCB's inner layer to protect against interference.
Optimized memory trace width, length, and style lower the overall impedance between the CPU memory controller and modules, enabling higher DDR5 speeds.
Optimized routing eliminates the stub effect, enabling higher memory frequencies and providing professional gamers with a faster and denser system memory experience.
Server grade mid-loss or low-loss PCB material is chosen to lower signal loss inside PCB and maintain DDR5 high speed signal transmission.
UEFI BIOS
EASY MODE shows important hardware information in one page including CPU clock, Memory, Storage, Fan.
Add constantly used items into the favorite menu for quick access.
Show all kinds of storage information including SATA, PCIE and M.2 interface.
List all changes before saving and exiting bios. Quickly review overall settings modification.
Clearly show each loadline calibration setting in an intuitive curve graph.
GIGABYTE PerfDrive
PerfDrive technology integrates exclusive BIOS settings from GIGABYTE, enabling easy balance of performance, power consumption, and temperature with Intel® Core™ processors.
Ensuring high-speed operation of Intel® Core™ CPUs without throttling due to overheating.
Enabling easy overclocking beyond 6GHz on compatible Intel® Core™ CPUs (i9-13900K, i9-13900KF, i7-13700K, and i7-13700KF) through a simple BIOS setting.
Allowing Intel® Core™ CPUs to achieve a fine balance between performance and temperature.
Exclusively allocating CPU resources to the P-core to enhance overclocking and gaming performance while reducing overall power consumption.
Default AORUS skin
*AORUS skin auto-applies when detecting a GIGABYTE motherboard.
Memory Timings Monitor
Detailed BIOS information
Showcase your style
Unleash your creativity with GCC's customizable lighting effects for your motherboard. Personalize your system with stunning visuals that reflect your individuality and style.
Supercharge your lighting options
Addressable RGB LED headers allow you to customize each LED individually (for ARGB GEN2 devices), and you can easily accomplish this using GCC.
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