ASUS TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI LGA1700 Max128GB DDR5 ATX Retail

Description TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI 16(60A) 1(60A) 1 power stages with enlarged VRM heatsinks PCIe® 5.0 for graphics cards 7200 MT/s, AEMP II USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C® and a front-panel USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® header PCIe Q-Release 2.5 Gb Ethernet PERFORMANCE Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 14th, 13th & 12th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors Expansion Slots » 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot » 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot (max @x4) » 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 » 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1 16(60A) 1(60A) 1 Power Stages 4 x DIMM » DDR5 7200 (OC) » Dual Channel » OptiMem II 4 x M.2 Slots » 1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 » 2 x M.2 22110 PCIe 4.0 X4 » 1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 & SATA Modes COOLING VRM Heatsinks Two M.2 Heatsinks for Three M.2 Slots CPU / CPU OPT Fan Headers & AIO Pump Header Chipset Heatsink 4x Chassis Fan Headers GAMING IMMERSION Realtek® S1220A Codec Exclusive DTS Audio Processing » TUF Gaming Audio Cover » Audio Shielding » Dedicated Audio PCB Layers » Premium Audio Capacitors Aura Edge Lighting 3 x 3-pin Addressable Gen2 RGB Header 1 x 4-pin Aura RGB Header CONNECTIVITY HDMI® Port DisplayPort 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C® Port 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Ports Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® Port WiFi 6E Optical S/PDIF Out Port 5 x Audio Jacks 1 x Front USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® Port 1 x Front USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header 2 x Front USB 2.0 Headers Thunderbolt Header INTELLIGENT CONTROL The TUF GAMING Z790 motherboards pack flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling performance tweaks to expertly match the way you play. AI Cooling II Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click. An ASUS-exclusive algorithm slashes unnecessary noise while running a quick stress test, and then it monitors CPU temperatures to dynamically adjust fans to optimal speeds. All-Around Energy Efficiency The Power Saving function contains several settings that can easily optimize power consumption and maximize energy savings. You can enable a CPU power limit, darken Aura lighting, and set the fan profile to a power saving mode. You can also toggle the Power Saver plan that is built into Microsoft Windows. 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 and 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 easy to find options, and various advanced functions let you intelligently make nuanced adjustments, so you can dial in performance just the way you want. Search Function Quickly and easily find the option or setting you need. ASUS User Profile Transfer configuration settings between different BIOS versions, or share them with friends. EZ Mode Quick and Simple Setup EZ mode displays vital settings and stats, and it offers guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and one-click application of important settings — all to help you get your rig up and running in no time. Intuitive Graphical Fan Control Fine-tune individual fan settings simply by dragging a curve with the mouse. Aura On/Off Mode (Stealth) Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LEF, for a subdued aesthetic touch. Armoury Crate The ASUS-exclusive Armoury Crate software centralizes control of all supported gaming products. A single intuitive interface lets you customize RGB lighting for all compatible devices and link them to Aura Sync for unified illumination. It also displays information from, and enables control of, a growing hardware ecosystem. Armoury Crate also enables easy product registration and features a news section to keep you in touch with the gaming community. Hardware Information Fan Xpert 4 Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation Aura Sync Driver & Manual Download Account Management ROCK-SOLID PERFORMANCE With upgraded power delivery and comprehensive cooling options to fuel the latest Intel® CPUs, plus support for DDR5 memory and PCIe® 4.0 storage, the TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI is the perfect foundation for your next Intel® battle rig. POWER DESIGN 16(60A) 1(60A) 1 Power Stages 16(60A) 1(60A) 1 power stages are rated to handle up to 60 amperes, combining high-side and low-side MOSFETS and drivers into a single package to deliver power, efficiency and stable performance for all compatible Intel processors. Six-Layer PCB Design The 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. 8 8 PIN ProCool Power Connectors Compared to traditional power inputs, ASUS ProCool connectors are built to tight specifications to ensure full contact with PSU power cables. The resulting lower impedance helps prevent hotspots and connector failure. TUF Components TUF Chokes Certified military-grade TUF chokes deliver rock-solid power to the CPU, improving system stability.   TUF Capacitors The TUF 5K black metallic capacitors provide 52% wider temperature tolerance and a 2.5X-longer lifespan than standard motherboard capacitors. Controller Digi VRM The integrated Digi voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the industry, optimized for ultra-smooth and ultra-clean power delivery to the CPU at all times.   Memory & Storage Unleash DDR5 With AEMP II ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile II is an exclusive firmware feature for PMIC-restricted memory modules. AEMP II is based on a CPU and memory module’s ability to train the memory chips on your kit, and it presents an optimized clock speed that can effortlessly unleash performance. Built through a flexible training method, AEMP II makes it easy to not only tune the memory above baseline settings but also maintain the stability of system operation, whether getting the most out of an entry-level module or priming a high-speed kit for ultimate performance. PCIe 4.0 Support The four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots support up to two 22110 devices and also provide NVMe SSD RAID support for incredible performance potential. Create a RAID configuration with up to four PCIe 4.0 storage devices to enjoy the fastest data transfer speeds. Bandwidth (Gbps) *Actual transmission speed will be lower than theoretical maximum speed. COOLING Cooler By Design The TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI is armed with an enlarged VRM heatsink, while three M.2 slots and the PCH feature heatsinks that provide the perfect balance of mass and surface area for heat dissipation. Comprehensive Fan Controls TUF GAMING Z790 motherboards feature comprehensive fan controls that can be configured via the Fan Xpert 4 utility in Armoury Crate or via the award-winning ASUS UEFI BIOS. Multiple Temperature Source Each header can be set to monitor and react to three user-configurable thermal sensors for workload-based cooling, and all settings can be easily managed by Fan Xpert 4 or via the UEFI. Pump Header An integrated AIO management system enables full control of PWM or DC water pumps, making it perfect for custom or self-contained cooling setups. Smart Fan Protection A dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from excess heat and electrical currents. 4-Pin PWM/DC Fan All onboard chassis fan headers support auto-detection of PWM or DC fans. CONNECTIVITY The TUF-GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI reaches new heights of performance potential with the latest version of PCI Express, while an arsenal of USB ports includes two Type-C® connections, and Thunderbolt 4 expands compatibility and bandwidth even further. EASY PC DIY The TUF GAMING line offers easy setup for all builders. The TUF GAMING Alliance ecosystem grants compatibility, while Armoury Crate has Fan Xpert 2 , hardware info, Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation, RGB options and peripheral settings. This platform has intuitive tools to build and optimize dream rigs. TUF GAMING ALLIANCE Build With Confidence TUF GAMING Alliance is a collaboration between ASUS and trusted PC component brands to ensure compatibility across a wide range of parts, such as PC cases, power supplies, CPU coolers, memory kits and more. With new partnerships and components being added regularly, the TUF GAMING Alliance will continue to grow even stronger. TUF PROTECTION SafeSlot & SafeDIMM SafeSlot is a reinforced metal sheath added to a PCIe slot to keep a card firmly installed. Because PCIe 5.0 is two times faster than PCIe 4.0, ASUS enhanced SMT manufacturing processes for the faster SafeSlot―all to ensure users get the highest-possible data speeds. In addition, the ASUS SafeDIMM sheath is added to support and protect memory modules on select ASUS motherboards, empowering you to insert modules with speed, accuracy and confidence. ESD Guards ESD Guards prolong the life of components while preventing damage from electrostatic discharge, providing protection for up to /- 10 kV of air discharge and /- 6 kV of contact discharge — greatly surpassing the respective industry standards of /- 6 kV and /- 4 kV. Surface-mounted TVS diodes in a dual in-line package help protect your PC from voltage spikes. USB Connectors Additional on-circuit ESD transient-voltage-suppression TUF LANGuard TUF LANGuard is a military-grade innovation that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput, protecting the motherboard from lightning strikes and static electricity. Stainless Steel Back I/O Panel TUF GAMING motherboards have a corrosion-resistant stainless steel back I/O panel bonded with chromium oxide to provide a lifespan that’s three times longer than traditional panels. With this protective feature, TUF GAMING motherboards passed 72-hour salt fog testing, while other brands only passed 24-hour testing. EASY CONFIGURATION PCIe Q-Release A physical button unlocks the first PCIe slot’s security latch with one tap, greatly simplifying the process of detaching a PCIe card from the motherboard when it’s time to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device. M.2 Q-Latch The innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools. The design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the M.2 SSD, neatly eliminating the need for screws. Removable Captive Screws Specialized M.2 slot screws reduce the risk of dropping or losing a screw somewhere in your case during M.2 heatsink removal. Q-LED The on-board Q-LED troubleshooting lights give PC builders a quick indicator to confirm that key components ― CPU, RAM, graphics card, storage devices ― are functioning normally during startup. IMMERSIVE GAMING TUF GAMING Z790 motherboards provide a feature-packed high-performance gaming package, with ultrafast networking for smoother online gameplay, pristine audio with positional cues for FPS Gaming, and onboard RGB lighting that syncs with attached gear to personalize your gaming atmosphere. NETWORKING WiFi 6 Onboard WiFi 6E technology takes advantage of the newly available radio spectrum in the 6 GHz band. It delivers ultrafast wireless networking speeds and improved capacity, as well as better performance in dense wireless environments.* * WiFi 6E availability and features are dependent on regulatory limitations and co-existence with 5 GHz WiFi. MyASUS MyASUS offers a variety of support features to help you contact customer service, troubleshoot issues and optimize product performance. You can also use MyASUS to enable the Wi-Fi SmartConnect function to automatically connect to the wireless router with the best signal. Intel®2.5 Gb Ethernet On-board 2.5 Gb Ethernet kicks your LAN connection up a notch by improving bandwidth speeds by up to 2.5X. Using your existing LAN cable, you can take advantage of this networking upgrade to reduce lag, experience smoother high-resolution video streams, and enjoy faster file transfers. AI NOISE-CANCELATION Two-Way AI Noise-Cancelation This powerful ASUS-exclusive utility leverages a massive deep-learning database to reduce background noise from the microphone* and incoming audio, while preserving voices. Distracting keyboard clatter, mouse clicks and other ambient noises are muffled, so you can hear and be heard with excellent clarity while gaming or during calls. *An audio splitter (3.5 mm audio jack Y-cable) is necessary when using a 3.5 mm headset. AUDIO Realtek 7.1 Channel Audio S1220A Codec The TUF GAMING Z790 series utilizes an audio codec designed in close collaboration with Realtek — the Realtek S1220A. It features an unprecedented 120 dB signal-to-noise (SNR) ratio for the stereo line out and a 113 dB SNR for the line in, providing pristine audio quality. Additionally, an impedance-sensing circuit automatically adjusts gain to ensure an optimal volume range for your headphones. Better Audio Effects DTS Audio Processing DTS® Audio Processing enhances gaming headset and speaker audio experiences by reducing distortion and by providing deeper bass, so games, movies, and music sound better. It also allows you to customize audio settings. LIGHTING Lighting effects Outshine The Competition A well-tuned system deserves a matching aesthetic. The TUF GAMING Z790 series features edge lighting to enhance its rugged look, and ASUS Aura offers full RGB control with presets for built-in LEDs and third-party strips. It can all sync with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-compatible hardware. Gen 2 RGB headers AUDIO Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header Three addressable Gen 2 RGB headers will support up to 500 LEDs on Gen 2 RGB devices, empowering Aura Sync to automatically tailor lighting effects across your whole system. The new headers also offer full backward compatibility with existing Aura Sync gear.     Tech Specs Model TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI CPU Intel® Socket LGA1700 for Intel® Core™ 14th & 13th Gen Processors, Intel® Core™ 12th Gen, 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 4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5 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 modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/ Graphics 1 x DisplayPort** 1 x HDMI® port*** * Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to www.intel.com for any updates. ** Supports max. 4K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4. *** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1. **** VGA resolution support depends on processors’ or graphic cards’ resolution. Expansion Slots   Intel® Core™ Processors (14th & 13th & 12th Gen)* 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot Intel® Z790 Chipset 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 slot 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots * Please check the PCIe bifurcation table at the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/). – To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/ for the list of supported peripherals. Storage Total supports 4 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* Intel® Core™ Processors (14th & 13th & 12th Gen) M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 – Intel® 13th & 12th Gen processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode Intel® Z790 Chipset M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110  (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & 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 TUF 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® v5.3** * WiFi 6E 6GHz regulatory may vary between countries. ** The Bluetooth version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer’s website for the latest specifications. USB     Rear USB (Total 8 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 port (1 x USB Type-C®) 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (2 x Type-A 1 x USB Type-C®) 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A) Front USB (Total 7 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (supports USB Type-C®) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports Audio Realtek S1220A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* – Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs – Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers – Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking – High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in) – Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback*” Audio Features – Audio Shielding – Rear optical S/PDIF out port – Premium audio capacitors – Dedicated audio PCB layers – Audio Cover * Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1 Surround Sound audio. Back Panel I/O Ports     1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 port (1 x USB Type-C®) 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (2 x Type-A 1 x USB Type-C®) 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI® port 1 x Wi-Fi Module 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet port 5 x Audio jacks 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 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 4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers Power related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 2 x 8-pin 12V Power connectors Storage related 4 x M.2 slots (Key M) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports USB 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (supports USB Type-C®) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports 2 additional 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 Aura RGB header 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x COM Port header 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function 1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header Special Features     ASUS TUF PROTECTION – DIGI VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS) – ESD Guards – TUF LANGuard – Overvoltage Protection – Safeslot – Stainless-Steel Back I/O 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 – VRM heatsink design ASUS EZ DIY – CPU Socket lever protector – ProCool – Pre-mounted I/O shield – SafeDIMM AURA Sync – Aura RGB header – Addressable Gen 2 headers Software Features   ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate – Aura Creator – Aura Sync – Fan Xpert 4 (with AI Cooling II) – Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation – Power Saving AI Suite 3 – TurboV EVO – DIGI VRM – PC Cleaner TUF GAMING CPU-Z DTS Audio Processing MyAsus Norton 360 for Gamers WinRAR UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY – ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 – ASUS EZ Flash 3 – ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode BIOS 192 (128 64) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS Manageability WOL by PME, PXE Accessories   Cables 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables Miscellaneous 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna 1 x TUF GAMING sticker 2 x M.2 Rubber Packages 1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD Documentation 1 x TUF Certification card 1 x User guide Operating System Windows® 11, Windows® 10 64-bit Form Factor ATX Form Factor 12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )