Gigabyte
Aorus Series Intel Z790 Socket LGA1700 Micro-ATX Motherboard (Z790M AORUS ELITE AX)

GIGABYTE Z790M AORUS ELITE AX

KEY FEATURE

• Intel Socket LGA 1700：Support 13th and 12th Gen Series Processors
• Unparalleled Performance：Twin 12*+1+1 Phases Digital VRM Solution
• Dual Channel DDR5：4*SMD DIMMs with XMP 3.0 Memory Module Support
• Next Generation Storage：3*PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Connectors
• Advanced Thermal Design & M.2 Thermal Guard：To Ensure VRM Power Stability & M.2 SSD Performance
• EZ-Latch：PCIe x16 Slot & M.2 Connectors with Quick Release & Screwless Design
• Fast Networks：2.5GbE LAN & Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax
• Extended Connectivity：HDMI, DP, Rear USB-C® 20Gb/s, Front USB-C® 10Gb/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

* 6+6 phases parallel power design

UNPARALLELED PERFORMANCE

Twin Digital VRM Design

To ensure maximum Turbo Boost and overclocking performance of Intel's new generation CPU, GIGABYTE AORUS series motherboard equip the best VRM design ever built with the highest quality components.

PCIe 5.0 Design

Design Ready for PCIe 5.0

PCIe 5.0 Design supports double the bandwidth of PCIe 4.0 and ensures that compatible with cutting-edge GPUs released in the next few years to their full capability.

The New Generation Ultra Durable SMD PCIe 5.0 Armor

The new generation, Gigabyte's exclusive stainless-steel PCI-e shielding becomes 20% wider providing reinforced tensile strength

Unlock DDR5

XMP 3.0 User Profile

Define and create your own SPD profile into Native and XMP 3.0 memory modules or apply the pre-tuned profiles to XMP 3.0 User Profile. Two-user-defined profiles can be saved, loaded either locally or from/to an external storage device.

• Two empty SPD profiles can be defined by users and carry to next computer

• Transfer DDR5 XMP Booster profiles into XMP 3.0 User Profiles

• Quick memory performance simulation based on user input clock and timing parameters

• Profile save and load function to share your memory parameters online

DDR5 Overclocking Up to 7600 and Beyond

AORUS is offering a tested and proven platform that has memory overclocking capability up to 7600 and beyond. For DDR5 XMP Memory, all users need to do to attain high memory performance boost is to ensure that their memory module is XMP capable and that the XMP function is activated and enabled on their AORUS motherboard

Unlock DDR5 Voltage

Programmable Mode

GIGABYTE’s exclusive design unlocks Native DDR5 PMIC secure mode into programmable mode and control Native DDR5 voltage with wide range.

• Gigabyte exclusive circuit design unlocks Native DDR5 voltage control
• Transforms Native DDR5 memory module to Overclocked DDR5 memory
• Increases DDR5 memory overclocking performance and capability
• Supports all PMIC vendors for maximum compatibility

*Memory overclocking capabiblity will vary based on users' hardware configuration.

Shielded Memory Routing

All memory routing is under the PCB inner layer shielded by a large ground layer to protect from external interference.

Impedance Optimized Topology

By optimizing memory trace width, length and style from HPC simulation to actual implementation, overall impedance is lowered between CPU memory controller and memory modules to achieve higher DDR5 speed.

Low Signal Loss PCB

Server grade mid-loss or low-loss PCB material is chosen to lower signal loss inside PCB and maintain DDR5 high speed signal transmission.

OUTSTANDING THERMAL DESIGN

• Fully Covered Thermal Design
• 6-Layer & 2X Copper PCB
• 6mm Heatpipe
• 5 W/mK Thermal Pad
• M.2 Thermal Guard

Fully Covered MOSFET Heatsink

4X Large Surface

Increased surface area up to 4X larger compared to traditional heatsinks. It improves heat dissipation from the MOSFETs.

Real One-piece Build

TMOS is a TRUE single piece heatsink. Its one-piece design and larger surface drastically improve the cooling performance against competitors’ multi-piece design.

Multi-Cut Design

TMOS features several channels and inlets on the heatsink. This design allows for the air flow to go through which leads to a great improvement of the heat transfer performance.

CONNECTIVITY

First adopter on 2.5GbE LAN onboard

2X Faster than ever

Adoption of 2.5G LAN provide up to 2.5GbE network connectivity, with at least 2 times faster transfer speeds compared to general 1GbE networking, perfectly designed for gamers with ultimate online gaming experience.

Support Multi-Gig(10/100/1000/2500Mbps) RJ-45 Ethernet

Connecting the Future - USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C

Featuring the USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 design which is doubled the performance than previous generation of USB 3.2 Gen 2. It works up to 20Gbps ultra-fast data transfer while connecting to USB 3.2 compliant peripherals. Through the USB Type-C® connector, users can enjoy the flexibility of reversible connection to access and store massive amounts of data rapidly.

Connecting the Future - Front USB3.2 Gen 2 Type-C

USB 3.2 Gen 2 provides USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports with speeds up to 10Gbps. With twice the bandwidth compared to its previous generation as well as backwards compatibility with USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 Gen1, the much improved USB 3.2 Gen 2 protocol is available over the new reversible USB Type-C and the traditional USB Type-A connector for better compatibility over a wider range of devices.

High-End Audio Capacitors

GIGABYTE motherboards use high-end audio capacitors. These high quality capacitors help deliver high resolution and high fidelity audio to provide the most realistic sound effects for gamers.

Audio Noise Guard

GIGABYTE motherboards feature an audio noise guard that essentially separates the board’s sensitive analog audio components from potential noise pollution at the PCB level.

PERSONALIZATION

RGB Fusion Multi-Zone Light Show Design

Now offering more LED customizations than ever, users can truly adapt their PC to represent their lifestyle. With full RGB support and a redesigned RGB Fusion 2.0 application, the user has complete control over the LEDs which surround the motherboard.

Note: Lighting effects depicted are for demonstration purposes only. Actual lighting effects may vary by model

UEFI BIOS

New User Interface

All new EASY MODE shows important hardware information in one page including CPU clock, Memory, Storage, Fan.

Changelog

List all changes before saving and exiting bios. Quickly review overall settings modification.

My Favorites

Add constantly used items into the favorite menu for quick access.

Intuitive Load Line Curve

Clearly show each loadline calibration setting in an intuitive curve graph.

Storage Information

Show all kinds of storage information including SATA, PCIE and M.2 interface.

Gigabyte Control Center

GIGABYTE CONTROL CENTER (GCC) is a unified software for all GIGABYTE supported products. It provides newly designed intuitive user interface to control all essential function.

• Unified software platform for all Gigabyte supported products
• Intuitive user interface for an eased experience
• Modularized control components only for installed hardware
• Auto update function to keep system up to date and support future products

Multi-key

A multi-function reset button that can be reconfigured to other function in BIOS for different user scenarios.

RGB Switch

Turn off all lighting effect on motherboard.

Direct-To-BIOS

Boot into BIOS menu directly without pressing any keyboard button.

Safe Mode

Boot into BIOS safe mode to change specific option without losing other BIOS settings.

* Photo for reference only.

ULTRA DURABLE

EZ-Latch

With GIGABYTE EZ-Latch, you can DIY your PC in no time, quick and easy.

Q-Flash Plus

Update the BIOS easily without installing the CPU, memory and graphics card.

With GIGABYTE Q-Flash Plus, you don't need to install the CPU, memory and graphics card nor enter the BIOS menu to flash the BIOS. Just download and save a new BIOS file (rename to gigabyte.bin) on the USB flash drive, then press the dedicated Q-Flash Plus button and you’re good to go!