ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Formula (Intel 14th, 13th & 12th Gen), LGA 1700 ATX motherboard, HybridChill VRM Cooling, 20+1+2 power stages, DDR5, five M.2 slots, PCIe 5.0, TB4 USB Type-C port, and WiFi 7

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Last Updated: Aug 23, 2024 14:23:36 UTC

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ROG Maximus Z790 Formula

ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Formula (Intel 14th, 13th & 12th Gen), LGA 1700 ATX motherboard, HybridChill VRM Cooling, 20+1+2 power stages, DDR5, five M.2 slots, PCIe 5.0, TB4 USB Type-C port, and WiFi 7

Intel LGA 1700 socket: Ready for Intel Core 14th & 13th Gen processors, Intel Core 12th Gen, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors Robust Power Solution: 20+1+2 teamed power stages with dual ProCool II power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes, and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors Optimized VRM Thermals: Enlarged VRM heatsinks with premium HybridChill cooling, M.2 heatsinks with triple embedded backplates, high-conductivity thermal pads, and ROG Water-Cooling Zone Latest M.2 Support: Onboard PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot and four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all with substantial cooling solutions Abundant Connectivity: Dual Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C ports, USB 20Gbps Type-C front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W and USB Wattage Watcher, six additional USB 10Gbps ports, two PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots, HDMI 2.1 High-Performance Networking: On-board Intel Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) and Realtek 5 Gb Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking, Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation, AEMP II and DIMM Flex to simplify setup and improve performance Immersive Audio: ROG SupremeFX ALC4082 codec with ESS ES9218 Quad DAC for up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback

AI OVERCLOCKING​

Tuning is now faster and smarter than ever before. ASUS AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration and push the system to its limits. Predicted values can be engaged automatically or used as a launching ground for further experimentation.

DDR5 DOMINATION

ROG has a long legacy of flexing the fastest memory performance, and DDR5 is no outlier. Thanks to improved signal routing, now enthusiast-grade kits have been driven far beyond the 8 GT/s mark on the Maximus Z790 Formula, and who knows how far future DIMMs can go? Seasoned veterans can test their mettle by tinkering with the extensive array of tuning options in the UEFI.

TEAMED POWER ARCHITECTURE

1. 8 + 8-pin ProCool II power connectors

Dual ProCool connectors ensure a snug and reliable connection to the EPS 12V power lines.

2. 20+1+2 power stages

The VRM features 20+1+2 power stages, each rated to handle up to 105 amps.

3. MicroFine alloy chokes

Each power stage is accompanied by a high-permeability alloy-core choke rated to handle 45 amps.

4. 10K black metallic capacitors

Input and output filtering is provided by solid-polymer capacitors rated to last thousands of hours at high operating temperatures.

NETWORKING

1. WIFI 7

Next-gen WiFi 7* chipset introduces all-new ultrawide 320 MHz channel bandwidth in the 6 GHz band and 4096 QAM, delivering up to 2.4X ultra-fast WiFi speeds**. The revolutionary Multi-Link Operation (MLO) provides a more stable WiFi connection and lower latency, unlocking the realms of the unknown in gaming, streaming, and industrial IoT.

* WiFi 7 features require onboard WiFi chipset, WiFi AP, and WiFi 7-supported operating systems to support the corresponding features. The 320 Mhz in the 6 GHz band may be unavailable in some regions / countries due to regulatory restrictions. Expected support for Multi-Link Operation (MLO) will be available later this year (October 2023). Please visit the ASUS support page for more information.

** Compared to WiFi 6E.

2. 5Gb ETHERNET

Low-latency gaming, speedy file transfers, and high-resolution video streaming are among the many perks of onboard Realtek 5 Gbps Ethernet.

ASUS WIFI Q-ANTENNA

Dual transceivers support the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands to enable faster throughput, with directional sensitivity to improve signal quality and cover greater distances.

PCIE 5.0

Fully embracing the new standard, the ROG Maximus Z790 Formula offers abundant Gen 5 support to give unfettered bandwidth to the fastest SSDs and graphics cards available.

COOLER BY DESIGN

1. HybridChill thermal design

Engineered with full copper design, 10 μm thick electroless nickel to provide highly effective and superior heat dissipation.

2. M.2 heatsinks and backplates

Large aluminum heatsinks provide extensive surface area to cool mounted M.2 drives, and each of the three onboard slots has a dedicated backplate for additional heat dissipation.

3. High-conductivity thermal pads

Each thermal pad improves overall heat transfer from the system by bridging the heat generated by the power stages to the heatsink. For future maintenance, a replacement thermal pad can also be found in the package.

4. Solid metal backplate

A plate of electro-galvanized metal strengthens the spine of the ROG Maximus Z790 Formula to prevent bending.

5. Chipset heatsink

A dedicated heatsink draws heat away from the chipset to maintain optimum operating temperature.

TWO THUNDERBOLT 4 TYPE-C PORTS

Each port delivers up to 40 Gbps of bidirectional bandwidth for the latest super-speed devices and drives. Both ports can be employed for up to two external 4K displays, and PCIe bandwidth extends to up to 32 Gbps.

M.2 Q-LATCH

The innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools. The design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive and neatly eliminate traditional screws.

Intel LGA 1700 socket: Ready for Intel Core 14th & 13th Gen Processors, Intel Core 12th Gen, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
Robust Power Solution: 20+1+2 teamed power stages with dual ProCool II power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes, and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors
Optimized VRM Thermals: Enlarged VRM heatsinks with premium HybridChill cooling, M.2 heatsinks with triple embedded backplates, high-conductivity thermal pads, and ROG Water-Cooling Zone
Latest M.2 Support: Onboard PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot and four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all with substantial cooling solutions
Abundant Connectivity: Dual Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C ports, USB 20Gbps Type-C front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W and USB Wattage Watcher, six additional USB 10Gbps ports, two PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots, HDMI 2.1
High-Performance Networking: On-board Intel Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) and Realtek 5 Gb Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard
Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking, Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation, AEMP II and DIMM Flex to simplify setup and improve performance
Immersive Audio: ROG SupremeFX ALC4082 codec with ESS ES9218 Quad DAC for up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback
Unmatched Personalization: 2-inch LiveDash OLED, three addressable Gen 2 headers and one RGB header, all configurable with ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting
DIY Friendly Design: PCIe Slot Q-Release, M.2 Q-Latch, Q-Antenna, pre-mounted I/O shield, Q-Code, Q-LED, FlexKey button, Start button, BIOS FlashBack button, and Clear CMOS button