- Intel Socket LGA 1700: Support for 13th and 12th generation processors
- Unmatched performance: Twin 16*+1+2 phase digital VRM solution
- Dual channel DDR5: 4*SMD DIMMs with XMP 3.0 memory module support
- Next-generation storage: 4*PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Connectors
- Advanced thermal design & M.2 Thermal Guard III: To ensure VRM power stability and M.2 SSD performance
- EZ-Latch Plus: M.2 Connectors with Quick Release & Screwless Design
- Fast networks: 2.5GbE LAN & Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax
- Extended connectivity: DP, HDMI, front USB-C 10Gb/s, rear USB-C® 20Gb/s
- Smart Fan 6: Features multiple temperature sensors, hybrid fan headers with FAN STOP
- Q-Flash Plus: Update BIOS without installing the CPU, memory, and graphics card
Product Details
- Size
- ATX
- Type
- Desktop
Processor
- Supported Processors
- Intel
- Models
- Celeron Dual Core, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, Core i9, Pentium Dual Core
- Supported CPU Generation
- Alder Lake, Raptor Lake
- Socket
- 1700
Chipset
- Model
- Intel Z790
Memory
- Memory type
- DDR5
- Quantity
- 4 DIMM Slots
- Memory Speeds
- 4000, 4800, 5200OC, 5400OC, 5600OC, 5800OC, 6000OC, 6200OC, 6400OC, 6600OC, 6800OC, 7000OC, 7200OC, 7400OC, 7600OC
- Memory Channels
- Dual Channel
Internal Connectors
- PCI Express x16 4.0
- 1 Slot
- PCI Express x16 5.0
- 1 Slot
- SATA III 6Gb/s
- 6 Port
- M.2 Type
- 4 PCIe 4.0 Ports
- M.2 Slots
- 0
External Connectors
- Rear USB-A outputs
- 4 USB 2.0 Ports, 5 USB 3.2 Ports
- Rear USB-C outputs
- 1 USB 3.2 Port
- Ethernet (LAN)
- 1
- Screen Connections
- DisplayPort, HDMI
Specifications
- RGB Lighting
- No
- WiFi/Bluetooth
- Yes
- Extra
- Bios Flashback, RGB Header
Sound
- Sound Card Channels
- 7.1
- Additional Audio Connections
- Optical S/PDIF
Top Specs
- Memory
- 4x DDR5
Important information
Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.
Description
The Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Elite AX is a motherboard aimed at users who wish to build a high-performance computer with Intel Core 12th and 13th generation processors.
It is a motherboard suitable for use in gaming, professional applications, and general use.
It supports technologies such as Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and has many ports for connecting devices. It is also suitable for overclocking and features security functions such as password control and data encryption.
- Intel Socket LGA 1700: Support for 13th and 12th generation processors
- Unmatched performance: Twin 16*+1+2 phase digital VRM solution
- Dual channel DDR5: 4*SMD DIMMs with XMP 3.0 memory module support
- Next-generation storage: 4*PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Connectors
- Advanced thermal design & M.2 Thermal Guard III: To ensure VRM power stability and M.2 SSD performance
- EZ-Latch Plus: M.2 Connectors with Quick Release & Screwless Design
- Fast networks: 2.5GbE LAN & Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax
- Extended connectivity: DP, HDMI, front USB-C 10Gb/s, rear USB-C® 20Gb/s
- Smart Fan 6: Features multiple temperature sensors, hybrid fan headers with FAN STOP
- Q-Flash Plus: Update BIOS without installing the CPU, memory, and graphics card
Dual Digital VRM Design
To ensure maximum Turbo Boost performance and overclocking of the new generation of Intel CPUs, the GIGABYTE AORUS series motherboard equips the best VRM design ever built with the highest quality components.
PCIe 5.0 Ready Design
PCIe 5.0 design supports double the bandwidth of PCIe 4.0 and ensures compatibility with the latest technology GPUs that will be released in the coming years with their full capabilities.
DDR5 Overclocking up to 7600
AORUS offers a tested and proven platform that has the capability to overclock memory up to 7600. For DDR5 XMP memory, all users need to do to achieve a high increase in memory performance is to ensure that their memory module is XMP capable and that the XMP function is enabled and activated on the AORUS motherboard.
Triple SSD M.2 PCIe Gen4 7G/s in RAID 0
The exclusive 3 PCIe 4.0 M.2 from CPU and 2nd generation SSD 7000 MB/s provide unparalleled read/write performance up to 21053 and 15499 MB/s.
Gigabyte PerfDrive
The PerfDrive technology incorporates multiple exclusive GIGABYTE BIOS settings to allow users to easily balance between different levels of performance, power consumption, and temperature according to their needs when using Intel Core 13th generation processors.
Fully Covered MOSFET Heatsink
- 4X Larger Surface Area
Increased surface area up to 4X larger compared to traditional heatsinks. Improves heat dissipation from MOSFETs.
- True One-Piece Construction
TMOS is a true one-piece heatsink. Its one-piece design and larger surface area drastically improve cooling performance compared to the multi-piece design of competitors.
- Multi-Cut Design
TMOS features multiple channels and inlets in the heatsink. This design allows for airflow passage, which leads to a significant improvement in heat transfer performance.
M.2 Thermal Guard III
The M.2 Thermal Guard III is built with an optimized 6X heat dissipation surface to prevent throttling and bottlenecking that high-speed/high-capacity M.2 SSDs can cause, especially under heavy workloads. The special design of the heatsink grooves towards the CPU direction further enhances airflow within the chassis and optimizes heat convection performance.
Smart Fan 6
Smart Fan 6 contains several unique cooling features that ensure the gaming PC maintains its performance while staying cool and quiet. Multiple fan headers can support both PWM/DC fans and pumps, and users can easily set each fan curve based on different temperature sensors across the system through an intuitive user interface.
Connectivity
Gigabyte motherboards offer the ultimate connectivity experience with amazing data transfer speeds through next-generation network, storage, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax card
- 2.5GbE LAN
- Rear USB-C 20Gb/s
- Front USB-C 10Gb/s
- Hi-Fi Audio
Customization
Gigabyte motherboards include various useful and intuitive software that help users control every aspect of the motherboard and provide customizable lighting effects with excellent aesthetics to match your unique personality.
- RGB FUSION
- UEFI BIOS
- Gigabyte Control Center
- Multi-Key
RGB Fusion 2.0
Now offering more LED customizations than ever before, users can truly personalize their computer to represent their lifestyle. With full RGB support and a redesigned RGB Fusion 2.0 application, the user has complete control over the LEDs surrounding the motherboard.
UEFI Bios
- New User Interface
The new EASY MODE feature displays important hardware information on a single page, such as CPU clock, memory, storage, fan.
- My Favorites
Add frequently used items to the favorite menu for quick access.
- Storage Information
Displays all kinds of storage information, including SATA, PCIE, and M.2 interfaces.
- Intuitive Load Line Curve
Clearly show each load line calibration setting in an intuitive curve graph.
Gigabyte Control Center
The Gigabyte Control Center (GCC) is a unified software for all products supported by Gigabyte. It provides a newly designed intuitive user interface for controlling all essential functions.
- Unified software platform for all supported Gigabyte products
- Intuitive user interface for an easy experience
- Modular control elements only for installed hardware
- Auto-update function to keep the system updated and support future products
Multi-Key
- Multi-Key
A multi-function reset key that can be configured to other functions in the BIOS for different user scenarios.
- RGB Switch
Turn off all lighting effects on the motherboard.
- Direct-To-BIOS
Boot into the BIOS menu directly without pressing any keyboard button.
- Safe Mode
Boot into BIOS safe mode to change a specific option without losing other BIOS settings.
Extremely Durable
The Gigabyte Ultra Durable design provides durability to the product and a high-quality manufacturing process. Gigabyte motherboards use the best components and reinforce each slot to make each one stable and durable.
- Q-Flash Plus
Easily update the BIOS without installing the CPU, memory, and graphics card.
With Gigabyte Q-Flash Plus, there is no need to install the CPU, memory, and graphics card or enter the BIOS menu to flash the BIOS. Simply download and save a new BIOS file (rename it to gigabyte.bin) to the USB flash drive, then press the dedicated Q-Flash Plus button and you are ready to go!