GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS ELITE DDR4 ATX Motherboard

The GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS ELITE DDR4 ATX Motherboard is engineered for users seeking high-end performance, stability, and expandability in their gaming or productivity rigs. Powered by the Intel Z790 chipset, it supports Intel’s 12th and 13th Gen Core processors, providing a flexible and future-proof platform for a wide range of tasks, from gaming to demanding workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.

This motherboard comes with a premium 12+1+2 Phases Digital VRM design, which ensures smooth power delivery to the CPU, offering enhanced stability during overclocking and reducing the risk of power fluctuations during heavy usage. The board is built with high-quality capacitors and features a large heatsink covering the power delivery system to ensure efficient cooling, even under heavy load.

With four DDR4 DIMM slots, the Z790 AORUS ELITE DDR4 supports up to 128GB of memory with speeds of up to 5333 MHz (OC), allowing for smooth multitasking and lightning-fast application performance. For storage, the motherboard offers an array of M.2 slots, including a direct CPU-connected PCIe 4.0 x4 slot for maximum SSD performance, as well as several SATA III connectors for traditional hard drives or additional storage drives.

For connectivity, this motherboard includes multiple high-speed USB 3.2 ports, including a Type-C 20Gbps port, enabling rapid data transfer between the motherboard and external devices. The board also features integrated Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 support, ensuring fast and reliable wireless connections for online gaming, streaming, and file transfers. It also includes 2.5Gb Ethernet LAN, offering high-speed wired internet connectivity.

The GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS ELITE DDR4 motherboard offers enhanced thermal management through a comprehensive cooling solution. The board is equipped with multiple fan headers, including support for high-performance PWM and DC fans, ensuring your system stays cool during intensive tasks. The board’s M.2 slots are fitted with thermal guards to prevent throttling, while the overall design incorporates heat sinks with extended surface areas to better dissipate heat.

Aesthetically, the Z790 AORUS ELITE DDR4 offers customizable RGB lighting through its RGB Fusion 2.0 software, allowing you to synchronize lighting effects across compatible components and peripherals. Its sleek, modern design is complemented by an integrated I/O shield that simplifies installation while offering additional durability and a clean, professional look.

Additional features include support for Intel’s Thunderbolt 4 via expansion cards, advanced security features like TPM 2.0 for hardware-based security, and BIOS support for easy system management, including automatic overclocking profiles and recovery options.

In all, the GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS ELITE DDR4 ATX Motherboard offers a comprehensive set of features for high-performance enthusiasts, gamers, and content creators, providing a stable, fast, and flexible foundation for a top-tier PC build.