Well-versed in style, performance, cooling, and connectivity, the ROG Strix Z790-A exudes well-rounded balance inside and out.
  
  
  A robust VRM topped with stout silver heatsinks comfortably articulates power for the latest Intel® 13th Gen Core processors. PCIe 5.0, WiFi 6E, and high-speed USB flesh out the board's fluency across a variety of disciplines. And a vast collection of tuning options and utilities derived from its ROG heritage are the icing on top.
   
  
  
  18 + 1 Power Stages - Robust Power Stages
  
  AI Overclocking - Effortless performance boost
  
  AI Cooling II - One-click fan tuning
  
  PCIe 5.0 - x1 PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
  
  USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 - x1 I/O port, and x1 connector for PD 3.0 at 30W
  
  DIY Friendly
  
  WiFi 6E
  
  
   
  
   
  
  PCIe® Slot Q-Release
  
  A physical button unlocks the first PCIe slot’s security latch with one press, greatly simplifying the process of detaching a PCIe card from the motherboard when it’s time to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device.
  
   
  
  
  
  
   
  
  M.2 Q-LATCH
  
  
  The innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an SSD from an M.2 slot. The design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive, eliminating the need for a traditional screw.
  
  
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Clear CMOS
  
  
  The Clear CMOS button quickly resets BIOS settings to factory default. It can also be used to reboot the PC if incorrect BIOS settings have been selected.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  
   
  
  BIOS Flashback™
  
  
  BIOS FlashBack™ is a safe and simple way to update BIOS. Just drop the (UEFI) BIOS file onto a FAT32-formatted USB stick, plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack port, and press the button. Updates can even be performed without having memory or a CPU installed.
  
   
  
  
  
   
  
   
  
  Q-LED
  
  
  Four onboard LEDs indicate power status and identify problems with CPU, memory, graphics card, or boot device for quick diagnosis.
  
   
  
   
  
  
  
   
  
  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.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  PCIe 5.0
  
  
  The top PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot is well-equipped for the increased size and bandwidth of next-gen graphics cards. Zippy storage options abound with four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all featuring robust heatsinks to maximize performance.
  
   
  
  
  
  
   
  
  Power Design
  
   
  
  Power Architecture
  
  16 + 1 power stages rated to 70A each deliver ample current in order to drive 13th and 12th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors through any workload with ease.
  
   
  
  Alloy Chokes And Durable Capacitors
  
  Hi-end chokes and durable capacitors are engineered to resist extreme temperatures, enabling performance that exceeds industry standards.
  
   
  
  Dual Procool II Power Connectors
  
  ProCool II connectors are precision-built to ensure flush contact with PSU power lines. A metal sheath improves heat dissipation and lowers electrical impedance.
  
   
  
  Six-Layer PCB
  
  A multi-layered printed circuit board design quickly dissipates heat around the voltage regulators to improve overall system stability and provide the CPU with more overclocking headroom.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  
   
  
  OptiMem III
  
  
  With proprietary memory trace layout tweaks that improve signal integrity and mitigate noise, OptiMem III allows memory kits to run at lower latencies, reduced voltages, and operate at higher frequencies.
  
   
  
  
  
  
   
  
  Cooling
  
   
  
  VRM Heatsinks
  
  Covering the power solution are two thick heatsinks with strategic airflow channels for increased heat dissipation while powering high-performance Intel 13th Gen processors.
  
   
  
  M.2 Backplate
  
  An integrated backplate helps ensure that high-performance drives can deliver peak performance, even when airflow is restricted.
  
   
  
  M.2 Heatsinks
  
  Heatsinks cover every slot to help keep onboard NVME SSDs at optimal temperatures for consistent performance and reliability.
  
   
  
  CPU Fan Headers
  
  A dedicated pair of PWM/DC fan headers provides easy access to CPU coolers.
  
   
  
  AIO Pump Fan Header
  
  A dedicated PWM/DC header connects self-contained water-cooling setups.
  
   
  
  4-pin Fan Headers
  
  Each header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  
   
  
  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.
  
   
  
   
  
  
  
   
  
  USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
  
  
  The Strix Z790-A comes loaded with two USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® connectors for speedy data transfers up to 20 Gbps. One is a port on the rear I/O; the other can be attached to the chassis front panel and it also features Power Delivery (PD) 3.0 technology to quickly charge devices up to 30W.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  
   
  
  SupremeFX
  
  
  ROG SupremeFX is a unique blend of hardware and software technologies that provide superior audio. The S...