Asus Rog Strix Z790-A Gaming Wifi D4 Motherboard
Overview:
ALL-ROUND PERFORMANCE
Robust power delivery, speedy storage and memory, and comprehensive cooling elevate any build with the Asus Rog Strix Z790-A Gaming Wifi D4 at its center.
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 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.
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 Asus Rog Strix Z790-A Gaming Wifi D4 comes loaded with two USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 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 Strix Z790-A implementation features the ALC4080 codec for high-resolution playback up to 32-bit/384 kHz across all channels. Front-panel output is streamed through the integrated Savitech amplifier that can drive high-fidelity acoustics to a wide variety of speakers and headsets.
UNDENIABLY ROG STRIX
The Asus Rog Strix Z790-A Gaming Wifi D4 boldly embraces the light, for an alternate take on build themes to its dark and brooding brother, the Strix Z790-F. Silver metallic heatsinks pop against a dark PCB backdrop and call attention to the board’s high capacity for thermal management. A transparent layer on the I/O shield adds a unique touch and emphasizes the customizable RGB logo below. The whole design is tied together with ROG-centric detailing on the board, heatsinks, and I/O shield for a vibrant and futuristic outlook. Pair the Asus Rog Strix Z790-A Gaming Wifi D4 with other products from the diverse ROG ecosystem to create a fully-customized gaming setup that reflects your personal style.
OUTSHINE THE COMPETITION
ROG Strix motherboards feature ASUS Aura technology, enabling full lighting control and a variety of presets for both onboard RGB LEDs and third-party accessories. Effects can be easily synced across compatible ROG graphics cards, monitors, keyboards, and mice to give your setup a unified look.
COOLER COMPATIBILITY
The Asus Rog Strix Z790-A Gaming Wifi D4 bears the same LGA 1700 socket as the Z690 models, so it is backward compatible with all coolers that supported the previous generation, including all AIO offerings from ASUS and ROG.
THE ROG STRIX ECOSYSTEM AWAITS
Level up your game with ROG Strix. Enjoy complementary aesthetics, control, and compatibility across AIO coolers, cases, peripherals, and much more. ROG offers more choices than any other brand.
AI COOLING II
Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click. A proprietary ASUS algorithm slashes unnecessary noise while running a quick stress test, and then monitors CPU temperatures to dynamically adjust fans to optimal speeds.
TWO-WAY AI NOISE CANCELATION
This utility leverages a massive deep-learning database to reduce over 5 million types of background noise from incoming or outgoing audio, helping ensure crystal-clear communication in games or calls
AI NETWORKING
GameFirst VI optimizes networking performance by allocating bandwidth in real time based on application usage scenarios and corresponding learning algorithms. The latest update includes dedicated support for GeForce NOW to ensure the lowest latency possible during intense game streaming sessions.
MEMTEST86
For diagnostic convenience, MemTest86 has been pre-installed into the ROG UEFI. Run the test to pinpoint memory issues without the need to start up the OS or attach a USB drive. Memory test results are stored in the BIOS archives for later reference.
SONIC STUDIO LINK
Easily apply Sonic Studio effects on all playback devices. Simply press the Sonic Studio Link button to enjoy the effect on any playback device.
Specifications:
CPU | Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors & 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors* |
Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0** | |
* Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. | |
** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types. | |
Chipset | Intel® Z790 Chipset |
Memory | Intel® 13th Gen Processors |
4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR5 7800+(OC)/7600(OC)/7400(OC)/7200(OC)/7000(OC)/6800(OC)/6600(OC)/6400(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5800(OC)/ 5600/ 5400/ 5200/ 5000/ 4800 Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory* | |
Dual Channel Memory Architecture | |
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) | |
OptiMem II | |
* Supported memory types, data rate(Speed), and number of DRAM module vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information refer to www.asus.com for memory support list. | |
** Non-ECC, Un-buffered DDR5 Memory supports On-Die ECC function. | |
Graphics | 1 x DisplayPort** |
1 x HDMI®*** | |
* Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to www.intel.com for any updates. | |
** Support 8K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4. | |
*** Support 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1. | |
Expansion Slots | Intel® 13th & 12th Gen Processors* |
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot** | |
Intel® Z790 Chipset | |
2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode) | |
* Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/). | |
** When M.2_1 is occupied with SSD device, PCIEX16(G5) will run x8 only. | |
*** To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/ for the list of supported peripherals. | |
Storage | Total supports 5 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* |
Intel® 13th & 12th Gen Processors* | |
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode) | |
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) | |
Intel® Z790 Chipset** | |
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) | |
M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) | |
M.2_5 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode & SATA modes) | |
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports | |
* Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10. | |
Ethernet | 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet |
ASUS LANGuard | |
Wireless & Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 6E 2×2 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band* Bluetooth® v5.2 * WiFi 6E 6GHz regulatory may vary between countries. |
USB | Rear USB (Total 12 ports) |
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 port (1 x USB Type-C®) | |
7 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (6 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®) | |
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A) | |
Front USB (Total 9 ports) | |
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 connector (supports USB Type-C®with up to 30W PD Fast-charge) | |
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header support additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports | |
2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports | |
Audio | ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080 – Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs – Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking – High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input – Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback |
Audio Features | |
– SupremeFX Shielding Technology | |
– ALC4080 + Savitech SV3H712 AMP | |
– Gold-plated audio jacks | |
– Rear optical S/PDIF out port | |
– Premium audio capacitors | |
– Audio cover | |
Back Panel I/O Ports | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 port (1 x USB Type-C®) |
7 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (6 x Type-A, 1 x USB Type-C® ) | |
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A) | |
1 x HDMI™ port | |
1 x DisplayPort | |
1 x Wi-Fi Module | |
1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet port | |
5 x Gold-plated audio jacks* | |
1 x Optical S/PDIF out port | |
1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button | |
1 x Clear CMOS button | |
*The rear panel Lime (Line out) port does not support spatial audio. If you wish to use spatial audio make sure to connect your audio output device to the audio jack on the front panel of your chassis. | |
Internal I/O Connectors | Fan and Cooling related |
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header | |
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header | |
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header | |
5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers | |
Power related | |
1 x 24-pin Main Power connector | |
2 x 8-pin +12V Power connector | |
Storage related | |
5 x M.2 slots (Key M) | |
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports | |
USB | |
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 connector (supports USB Type-C®with up to 30W PD Fast-charge) | |
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header support additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports | |
2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports | |
Miscellaneous | |
3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers | |
1 x Alternative PCIe Mode Switch | |
1 x AURA RGB header | |
1 x CPU Over Voltage jumper | |
1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) | |
1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function | |
1 x Start button | |
1 x Thermal Sensor header | |
1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header | |
Special Features | Extreme Engine Digi+ |
– 5K Black Metallic Capacitors | |
ASUS Q-Design | |
– M.2 Q-Latch | |
– PCIe Slot Q-Release | |
– Q-DIMM | |
– Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green]) | |
– Q-Slot | |
ASUS Thermal Solution | |
– M.2 heatsink backplate | |
– M.2 heatsink | |
– VRM heatsink design | |
ASUS EZ DIY | |
– BIOS FlashBack™ button | |
– BIOS FlashBack™ LED | |
– Clear CMOS button | |
– CPU Socket lever protector | |
– ProCool II | |
– Pre-mounted I/O shield | |
– SafeSlot | |
– SafeDIMM | |
AURA Sync | |
– AURA RGB header | |
– Addressable Gen 2 RGB headers | |
Front Panel USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 with PD Fast-charge Support | |
– Support: up to 30W charging | |
– Output: 5/9V max. 3A, 12V max 2.5A | |
– Compatible with PD3.0 | |
Software Features | ROG Exclusive Software |
– ROG CPU-Z | |
– GameFirst VI | |
– Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer + Sonic Suite Companion | |
– Sonic Radar III | |
– DTS® Sound Unbound | |
– Anti-virus software | |
ASUS Exclusive Software | |
Armoury Crate | |
– AIDA64 Extreme (60 days free trial) | |
– AURA Creator | |
– AURA Sync | |
-Fan Xpert 4 (with AI Cooling II) | |
– Power Saving | |
– Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation | |
AI Suite 3 | |
– Easy Optimization with AI Overclocking | |
TPU | |
DIGI+ VRM | |
Turbo app | |
– PC Cleaner | |
MyAsus | |
Norton 360 for Gamers | |
WinRAR | |
UEFI BIOS | |
AI Overclocking Guide | |
ASUS EZ DIY | |
– ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 | |
– ASUS EZ Flash 3 | |
– ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode | |
FlexKey | |
MemTest86 | |
BIOS | 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS |
Manageability | WOL by PME, PXE |
Accessories | Cables |
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables | |
Additional Cooling Kit | |
1 x DDR5 Fan holder | |
1 x VRM Fan holder | |
1 x Thermal pad for M.2 | |
Miscellaneous | |
1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas | |
1 x Cable ties package | |
1 x M.2 backplate Q-Latch package | |
1 x M.2 Q-Latch package | |
1 x ROG Graphics card holder | |
1 x ROG key chain | |
1 x ROG Strix stickers | |
1 x ROG Strix thank you card | |
2 x M.2 Rubber Packages | |
1 x M.2 backplate Rubber Package | |
Documentation | |
1 x User manual | |
Operating System | Windows® 10 64-bit, Windows® 11 64-bit |
Form Factor | ATX Form Factor |
12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm ) | |
Dimension | Motherboard: 30.5cm x 24.4cm |
Color Box: 34.3cm x 27.3cm x 7.7cm | |
Weight | Motherboard: 1.717Kg |
Color Box: 2.68Kg |