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.
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.
*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.
Feature-rich BIOS functions that enable easy access to the best-in-class DDR5 performance.
one click to auto boost your DDR5 module by the highest profile
one click to boost native DDR5-5600 to 6000
one click to increase DDR5 bandwidth
one click to shorten DDR5 latency
optimizes memory settings and achieve the best performance for the system
Maximize DDR5 performance with our advanced technology for an unparalleled gaming experience.
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.
to unleash full potential of multi-cores CPU performance
for CPU integrated GPU performance
provide stable power for CPU integrated PCIe & Memory controller
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.
with M.2 Thermal Guard Backplate
* Test results are for reference only and may vary in different circumstances.
with M.2 Thermal Guard Backplate
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.
Effortless mechanisms that enable easy installations of components.
*For reference only; actual appearance may vary.
screwless installation for M.2 heatsink.
screwless installation for M.2 SSDs
screwless installation for PCIe SSDs
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.
Enables dense integration, signal quality, power integrity, and low EMI for high-performance systems.
Enhances system performance with improved heat dissipation, power handling, and seamless overclocking support.
Elevate signal integrity in high-frequency circuits with our pioneering technology, setting a new standard for high-speed electronic design.
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.
PCIe UD Slot X
The latest PCIe UD Slot X offers unprecedented strength, providing enhanced protection for your graphics card.
Memory UD Slot D5
The one-piece, stainless-steel shielding design reinforces the Memory Slots, and maximizies signal integrity and overclocking potential.
M.2 UD Slot PG5
The one-piece, stainless-steel shielding design reinforces the M.2 Slots, and maximizies signal integrity.
UD Nanocarbon Backplate
Experience the ultimate in support, protection, and heat dissipation with the UD Backplate.
UD Power Connector
The unique design provides better conductivity for power and better dissipation for the heat generated from it.
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.
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.
UC BIOS
Redesigned as user-centered and provides intuitive performance tweakers.
Wi-Fi 7 provides significant benefits to the realm of virtual reality (VR). With its high bandwidth and low latency capabilities, Wi-Fi 7 ensures a smooth and immersive VR experience.
Wi-Fi 7 supports up to 320 MHz channels, providing a significant increase in bandwidth for faster data rates.
With MLO(Multi-Link Operation) technology, you can allocate the 2.4GHz band for streaming and the 5/6GHz band for gaming, resulting in a higher quality network experience with fewer interruptions.
With 4K-QAM technology, Wi-Fi 7 improves data throughput, resulting in faster file transfers and seamless streaming.
Deterministic low latency ensures minimal delays, making it ideal for real-time applications like video conferencing and online gaming.
Experience enhanced signal strength with the GIGABYTE Ultra-high gain Antenna, which incorporates a smart antenna function to optimize Wi-Fi signal transmission.
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.
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.
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.
Monitor device noise levels in real time using our accurate sound pressure measurement and privacy-respecting Noise Detection cable, allowing you to adjust fan speeds accordingly for optimal noise control.
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.
GIGABYTE's Fins-Array Heatsink Design, featuring irregular fins, louvered stacked-fins, and Nanocarbon coatingdelivers exceptional thermal performance by maximizing surface area for improved heat efficiency.
Extended Irregular fins design to increase more surface area 10X total heatsink surface area.
Applying a 200μm Nanocarbon coating to the entire Fins-Array heatsink improves thermal radiation and accelerates heat dissipation, leading to a notable 10% temperature reduction in tests.
Direct-Touch 8mm Heatpipe with refined manufacturing minimizes the gap between the heatpipe and heatsink, ensuring efficient MOSFET heat transfer and enhancing thermal performance.
Achieve unparalleled cooling capabilities with our top-of-the-line 12 W/mK thermal pad for high-performance systems.
Efficient thermal management is achieved through improved heat conduction, optimized heat dissipation via Direct-Touch Heatpipe, and eco-friendly practices that eliminate soldering and plating, reducing pollutants and solder paste.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Memory routing isolated on dedicated inner layer to prevent 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.
Selecting server-grade PCB material minimizes signal loss within the PCB, ensuring high-speed transmission for DDR5.
Enhances signal integrity in high-speed PCB designs by reducing signal reflections and timing issues, thereby improving system performance and reliability.
ESS SABRE reference DAC (ESS 9118)
Hyperstream Dynamic Range (SNR 125dB)
High-Res music (32bit, 192KHz PCM)
Super low THD+N (THD+N -112db)
Experience immersive surround sound audio and enjoy DSD-enabled music with Realtek's ALC1220 Codec.
WIMA and Premium Grade Audio capacitors provide stable current, delivering a studio-quality experience.
TXC OSCILLATOR offers precise time triggers for Digital-Analog Converters, while also providing excellent resistance to corrosion and oxidation.
Exceptional audio quality with frequencies up to 40kHz or higher, giving you a competitive edge with precise and detailed sound.
DTS Sound Unbound delivers immersive 3D audio for gaming on headphones or speakers. It supports various formats, calibrates devices, and utilizes Microsoft Spatial and DTS Headphone:X for precise and immersive sound. Explore the immersive gaming sound of DTS Sound Unbound at https://dts.com/sound-unbound.
*DTS Sound Unbound requires the latest Windows fixes in Windows 10 (Build 18898 or later). Please upgrade your Windows 10 OS to ensure compatibility with DTS Sound Unbound.
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.
*AORUS skin auto-applies when detecting a GIGABYTE motherboard.
Unleash your creativity with GCC's customizable lighting effects for your motherboard. Personalize your system with stunning visuals that reflect your individuality and style.
Addressable RGB LED headers allow you to customize each LED individually (for ARGB GEN2 devices), and you can easily accomplish this using GCC.
up to XMP-8266 support
new I/O Vent Design
new EZ-Latch for heatsink
up to 56% loss reduction
up to 10x load bearing
new UC BIOS
2x faster or more
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