
Asus Prime Z790-A WIFI Desktop Motherboard - Intel Z790 Chipset - Socket LGA-1700 - ATX
Core, Pentium Gold, Celeron Processor Supported - 192 GB DDR5 SDRAM Maximum RAM - DIMM, UDIMM - 4 x Memory Slots - Gigabit Ethernet - 2.5Gigabit Ethernet - IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax - HDMI - DisplayPort - 4 x SATA Interfaces
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- 90MB1CS0-M0AAY0
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- Motherboards
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Overview
PRIME Z790-A WIFI
ASUS Prime series motherboards are expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 13th Gen Intel® Core? Processors. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, PRIME Z790-A WIFI provides users and PC DIY builders with a range of performance optimizations via intuitive software and firmware features.
The ASUS PRIME Z790-A WIFI offers this all in a sleek, futuristic-looking package centered around a spaceship design aesthetic, with a silver-toned nameplate and chipset cover.
16 + 1 Teamed Power Stages (60 A) with Enlarged Heatsinks
Gen 5 Slot for Graphics Card
AEMP II for Ultimate DDR5 Performance
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® & Thunderbolt (USB4®) Support
2.5 Gb Ethernet
Wi-Fi 6E
Intelligent Control
Al Cooling II
Customization
Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 13th Gen Intel® Core? Processors & 12th Gen Intel® Core?, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors
• Expansion Slots
• 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot
• 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
• 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 slot
• 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
• 16 + 1 Teamed Power Stages (60 A)
• 4 x M.2 Slots
• 2 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
• 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
• 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA mode)
VRM Heatsinks
• All M.2 Slots with Dedicated Heatsinks
• CPU / CPU OPT Fan Headers & AIO Pump Header
Chipset Heatsinks
• 4x Chassis Fan Headers
Aura Sync Shroud RGB LED | Crystal Sound 3
• Realtek S1220A 7.1 Codec
• DTS:X® Ultra
• Two-Way AI Noise-Cancellation
1 x 4-pin Aura RGB Header
1 x 3-pin Aura Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header
2 x 3-pin Aura Addressable Gen 2 RGB Headers
• DisplayPort
• HDMI®
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C®
• 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A)
• Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet
• 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (2 x Type-A, 1 x Type-C®)
• WI-FI 6E
• 3 x Audio Jacks
• 1 x Front USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®
• 11 x Front USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header
• 1 x Thunderbolt? (USB4®) Header
• 2 Front USB 2.0 headers
FLEXIBILITY
Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS PRIME series. The PRIME Z790-A WIFI motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling performance tweaks to perfectly match the way you work to maximize productivity.
Intelligent Control
ASUS Intelligent Control makes your PC smart. Along with taking care of complex tuning and dynamically optimizing essential aspects of your system, it offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as more comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
AI Cooling ll
AI Cooling II balances 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 it monitors CPU temperatures to dynamically adjust fans to optimal speeds.
UEFI BIOS
The renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure, tweak and tune your system. It offers intelligently simplified options for PC DIY beginners, as well as comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
Advanced Mode Advanced Tuning for Serious Tweakers
An intuitive Advanced mode offered via the UEFI lets you take complete control. A built-in search feature makes it
Highlights
- Core processors supported for enhanced, dependable system performance with maximum usability
- DDR5 SDRAM slot for convenient installation of memory
- RAID supported levels provide data reliability and fault tolerance
- Wireless support reduces the number of cables required to connect peripherals
- HDMI interface connects variety of HD devices including Gaming Controllers, Blu-ray players, laptops, PCs, digital cameras and many others for you to experience the ultimate HD display
- DisplayPort host interface allows audio and video signals to be shared in a single cable transmission to ensure maximum efficiency
- Features Thunderbolt I/O that lets you move data between your devices and computers with unprecedented speed
- ATX form factor brings a significant number of PCI slots, expansion slots, and peripheral ports with an enhanced heat dissipation capability
Specifications
| Package Contents |
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|---|---|
| Product Type | Desktop Motherboard |
| Error Checking | ECC |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 90MB1CS0-M0AAY0 |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 192 GB |
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Manufacturer | ASUS Computer International |
| Product Model | Z790-A WIFI |
| Product Name | PRIME Z790-A WIFI Desktop Motherboard |
| Processor Supported | Core, Pentium Gold, Celeron |
| Product Line | Prime |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Total Processor Supported | 1 |
| Controller Type | Serial ATA/600 |
| Processor Socket | Socket LGA-1700 |
| Brand Name | Asus |
| Memory Technology | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Width | 12" |
| Depth | 9.6" |
| Chipset Manufacturer | Intel |
| Chipset Model | Z790 |
| Number of Memory Slots | 4 |
| Audio Channels | 7.1 |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Gigabit Ethernet | Yes |
| Wireless LAN | Yes |
| Number of SATA Interfaces | 4 |
| Wireless LAN Standard | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Bluetooth Standard | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Number of PCI Express x1 Slots | 2 |
| Onboard Video | CPU Dependent Video |
| RAID Supported | Yes |
| Number of PCI Express x4 Slots | 1 |
| Number of PCI Express x16 Slots | 2 |
| HDMI | Yes |
| VGA | Yes |
| Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports | 1 |
| DisplayPort | Yes |
| Total Number of USB Ports | 8 |
| Total Number of Onboard USB Ports | 7 |
| Number of Onboard USB 2.0 Ports | 4 |
| PCI Express Standard | PCI Express 3.0, PCI Express 4.0, PCI Express 5.0 |
| Total Number of PCI Express Slots | 5 |
| Thunderbolt | Yes |
| Memory Form Factor | DIMM, UDIMM |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 5 |
| Number of M.2 Interfaces | 4 |
| Memory Speed Supported | 7600 MHz, 7200 MHz, 7000 MHz, 6800 MHz, 6666 MHz, 6600 MHz, 6400 MHz, 6200 MHz, 6000 MHz, 5600 MHz, 5200 MHz, 4800 MHz |
| Number of USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Ports | 1 |
| Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A Ports | 4 |
| Number of USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Ports | 2 |
| 2.5Gigabit Ethernet | Yes |
| Number of Thunderbolt 4 Ports | 2 |
| Processor Generation Supported | 14th Gen, 13th Gen, 12th Gen |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) |
| AI-powered | Yes |
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