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Last Updated: Oct 31, 2023 10:23:40 UTC
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Republic of Gamers (ROG), part of the ASUS family, is dedicated to creating innovative hardcore gaming hardware for gamers. ROG is committed to providing the absolute best performance and quality from its complete line of products. ROG is for those keen on the finest gaming hardware and software, it enables the ultimate computing experience for gamers and enthusiasts worldwide. All the while incorporating a stylish gamer-focused design merging the excitement of gaming with a unique premium style
ROG Maximus Z790 Hero
ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero Intel Z790 LGA 1700 ATX motherboard, 20 + 1 power stages, DDR5, five M.2 slots, PCIe 5.0, Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C port, Wi-Fi 6E, AI Overclocking, and Aura Sync RGB
Intel LGA 1700 socket: Ready for 13th Gen Intel Core processors & 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors Robust Power Solution: 20 + 1 teamed power solution rated for 90A per stage with dual ProCool II power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes, and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors Optimized VRM Thermals: Massive heatsinks integrated with the I/O cover, joined by an L-shaped heatpipe, and connected to the power stages with high-conductivity thermal pads Next-Gen M.2 Support: PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot on the bundled ROG Hyper M.2 card, and four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots all with substantial cooling solutions Connectivity: Dual Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C ports, USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W, six additional USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, two PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots, HDMI 2.1 High-Performance Networking: On-board Intel WI-FI 6E (802.11ax) and Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking and Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation 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.
TEAMED POWER ARCHITECTURE
Today’s CPU architectures place incredible demands on motherboard power design by transitioning from deep power-saving modes, going from lower-power mode to full load in an instant. The latest ROG VRM architecture rises to the challenge by utilizing teamed power stages to rapidly swing current, while maintaining exemplary thermal performance.
MEMORY
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 7 GT/s mark on the Maximus Z790 Hero, 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.
COOLER BY DESIGN
1.VRM and aluminum I/O heatsink: A VRM heatsink on the MOSFETs and chokes is connected to the aluminum I/O cover via an embedded heatpipe to increase mass and surface area for dissipation.
2.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.
Solid steel backplate: A plate of electro-galvanized steel strengthens the spine of the ROG Maximus Z790 Hero to prevent bending.
3.Chipset heatsink: A dedicated heatsink draws heat away from the chipset to maintain optimum operating temperature.
4.M.2 heatsink 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.
PCIE 5.0 STORAGE
ROG HYPER M.2 CARD
Two additional slots ride on the ROG Hyper M.2 Card, providing the option to deploy both a PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 drive under a large heatsink that ensures optimal temperatures.
PCIE 5.0 EXPANSION SLOTS
Both of the x16 expansion slots have the PCIe 5.0 treatment to offer incredible speeds up to 64 GB/s for compatible devices. To bear the brunt of massive graphics cards, they are also protected with SafeSlot retention brackets, and the top slot can be released easily thanks to the Q-Release button.
NETWORKING
WIFI 6E
Onboard WiFi 6E technology takes advantage of newly available spectrum in the 6 GHz band to provide up to seven 160 MHz channels for ultrafast throughput and better performance in dense wireless environments.
2.5G ETHERNET
Low-latency gaming, speedy file transfers, and high-resolution video streaming are among the many perks of onboard Intel 2.5 Gbps Ethernet.
SUPREMEFX
ROG SupremeFX audio technology delivers an exceptional 113 dB signal-to-noise ratio on the line-in connection to provide exceptional recording quality. There’s also a low-dropout regulator for cleaner power delivery to the SupremeFX ALC4082 codec, and an integrated ESS ES9218 QUAD DAC capable of reaching -115dB THD+N for superior front-panel output. The combined solution allows for end-to-end 32-bit 384 kHz resolution playback that conveys all the subtlety and nuances of each audio track.
GROW YOUR GAMING WORLD WITH AURA SYNC
Up your game with complementary Aura Sync enhanced aesthetics, featuring preset lighting effects that can be easily synchronized across compatible ROG graphics cards, monitors, keyboards, and mice to give your setup a unified look.
CPU Socket
LGA1700 LGA1700 LGA1700
CPU Power Connector
8-pin + 8-pin 8-pin + 8-pin 8-pin + 8-pin
Power Architecture
24 + 1 (105A) 20 + 1 (90A) 24 + 0 (105A)
Memory
4 x DIMM; Max. 128GB DDR5 4 x DIMM; Max. 128GB DDR5 2 x DIMM; Max. 64GB DDR5
Graphics Output
HDMI 2.1 (4K@60Hz)/ Thunderbolt HDMI 2.1 (4K@60Hz)/ Thunderbolt N/A
Expansion slots
2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots (@x16 or x8/x8) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Safeslots (x16, x8/x8) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (x4, x4/x4 via ROG Hyper M.2 Card) 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16 or x8/x8) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1
SATA 6Gb/s
6 6 6
M.2
3 X M.2 SLOTS – 1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4) – 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) – 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA) ROG DIMM.2 – 2 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA) 3 X M.2 SLOTS – 1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4) – 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) – 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA) ROG HYPER M.2 CARD – 1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4 / PCIe 4.0 x4) – 1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4) 1 x PCIe 5.0 M.2 Card (PCIe 5.0 x4) 1 x 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) 1 x 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA) 1 x ROG DIMM.2 (2 x PCIe 4.0 x4)
USB
2x Thunderbolt 4, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2, 8x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 4x USB 2.0 2x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2, 6x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 8x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 4x USB 2.0 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2, 5x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 8x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 4x USB 2.0
Ethernet
1 x Intel 2.5Gb 1 x Marvell 10Gb 1 x Intel 2.5Gb 1 x Intel 2.5Gb
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