Asus ROG MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO WiFi 7 LGA1700 ATX Motherboard

The ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO is an ATX motherboard built on the Intel Z790 chipset. It features the LGA1700 socket, providing compatibility with Intel Core 12th, 13th, and 14th Generation processors. The board is designed with a robust power delivery system and substantial VRM heatsinks to maintain stable performance during demanding tasks and overclocking. Its construction is tailored for high-end PC builds, accommodating extensive cooling solutions with multiple fan and power connectors, including dual 8-pin EPS connectors for the CPU.

This motherboard supports up to 128 GB of dual-channel DDR5 memory across four DIMM slots, with overclocked speeds reaching up to 8000 MHz. For expansion, it includes two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots, allowing for high-bandwidth configurations with modern graphics cards. Storage options are extensive, with three M.2 slots and six SATA 6Gb/s ports that support RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 arrays. Networking is handled by a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port and integrated Wi-Fi 7 with Bluetooth 5.4, providing high-speed wired and wireless connectivity.

• Supports Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Core processors
• Features the Intel Z790 high-performance chipset
• Accommodates up to 128 GB of dual-channel DDR5 memory
• Provides two PCIe 5.0 x16 expansion slots
• Includes three M.2 slots and six SATA 6Gb/s storage ports
• Offers 2.5Gb Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4
• Equipped with a Realtek ALC4082 audio chip
• Features multiple USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C ports
• Built on the standard ATX form factor
• Includes onboard RGB and addressable RGB headers