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product_id: 584674770
title: "ASUS Rog Maximus Z790 DDR5 Ram Dark Hero (Wifi 7) Lga 1700(Intel13Th&12Th Gen) Atx Gaming Motherboard"
brand: "asus"
price: "$3585.04"
currency: USD
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reviews_count: 5
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# 20+1+2 power stages for rock-solid stability Supports up to 192GB DDR5 RAM for ultimate multitasking PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot for blazing-fast storage speeds ASUS Rog Maximus Z790 DDR5 Ram Dark Hero (Wifi 7) Lga 1700(Intel13Th&12Th Gen) Atx Gaming Motherboard

**Brand:** asus
**Price:** $3585.04
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Power, speed, and connectivity redefined for the elite gamer & pro builder

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ASUS Rog Maximus Z790 DDR5 Ram Dark Hero (Wifi 7) Lga 1700(Intel13Th&12Th Gen) Atx Gaming Motherboard by asus
- **How much does it cost?** $3585.04 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- asus enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted asus brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Cutting-Edge Storage:** Experience lightning-fast load times with one PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot plus four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all cooled by advanced thermal solutions to keep your drives running cool.
- • **Advanced Thermal Design:** Massive heatsinks integrated with I/O cover and L-shaped heatpipe ensure optimized VRM thermals, maintaining stability during intense workloads and gaming marathons.
- • **Next-Gen Memory Support:** Harness the speed and capacity of DDR5 RAM up to 192GB, future-proofing your rig for demanding professional and gaming workloads.
- • **Unmatched Power Delivery:** 20+1+2 robust power stages with dual ProCool II connectors ensure your multi-core Intel 13th & 12th Gen CPUs run at peak performance without compromise.
- • **Premium Connectivity Suite:** Dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, USB 20Gbps front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+, and six USB 10Gbps ports keep you connected and powered up effortlessly.

## Overview

The ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero is a high-end ATX gaming motherboard designed for Intel 13th and 12th Gen processors, featuring DDR5 RAM support up to 192GB, advanced 20+1+2 power stages, PCIe 5.0 M.2 storage, and comprehensive connectivity including Thunderbolt 4 and USB 20Gbps. Its robust thermal design ensures sustained performance, making it the ultimate choice for professionals and gamers seeking cutting-edge technology and reliability.

## Description

ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero (WiFi 7) is designed for gaming enthusiasts and extreme overclockers and built to unleash the maximum performance of 13th &12th generation Intel® Core™ processors. ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero continues to build on the legacy of its predecessors by packing upgraded power and lightspeed connectivity under an all-new ROG ID design exterior, the latest Hero is ready to take the helm of your high-end gaming build.

Review: I've been using Asus ROG motherboards for several years when I build a computer and all have been of the highest quality, the ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Formula is no exception! It is one of the heaviest motherboards I have ever put into a computer build but I am not complaining. I mounted the Formula into a Corsair 5000D case, so I had plenty of room, mounting the MB was easy, standoffs matched the MB screw holes perfectly. Installing the 2 M.2 2TB SSDs was easy (Samsung 2TB 990 Pro), make sure to remove all of the protective tape on the M.2 heatsinks. First SSD I forgot to remove the protective tape; second SSD I did then realized I did not remove it from the first SSD I installed so I had to go back and remove the SSD, and the protective tape. If you are wondering why I used 2, 2TB SSDs instead of one 4TB, well it was price, the 4TB cost more than 2 2TB SSDs combined. I also prefer to keep data files on the D drive and programs on the C drive. For cooling, I used a CORSAIR H150i RGB Elite Liquid CPU Cooler. Many times, the CPU cooler that mounts on top of the CPU is a bit cumbersome to mount because of there not being enough space due to the MBs design; this was not the case with this MB, cooler mounted easily with plenty of space for the water lines to route to the radiator. It's nice to have the extra PCIe 4 M.2 slots (4 total) plus one PCIe 5 slot. As I am sure the reader knows that PCIe 5 is new technology and is pretty pricey, so, because it's new tech, and pricey, I'm going to hold off on that for now. For memory, I installed 64GB of Corsair Vengeance 6400MHz DDR5 RAM. I am referencing the components I used in this build because too many people go high-end on some components and cheap on other components in the same build. If you are going to build a high-end machine and spend this kind of money, do it right, spend the extra money for the good stuff! I'm not go into all the specs of the new machine I built, but suffice it to say, it is fast!! My old machine, i9 9900K with a ROG Formula XI MB, and 2 Samsung SSD 860s, its fast but the new machine is super-fast. I copied files to a flash drive on the old machine, took about 6 minutes, I copied the same files from the flash drive to the new machine, they transferred in less than 15 seconds. That's it for now, I hope this helps others if they are considering this motherboard.
Review: J’adore tres efficace

## Features

- Intel LGA 1700 socket: Ready for Intel Core 13th Gen processors, Intel Core 12th Gen, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors, 192GB RAM
- Robust Power Solution: 20+1+2 power stages with dual ProCool II power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes, and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors
- Optimized VRM Thermals: Massive heatsinks integrated with the I/O cover, joined by an L-shaped heatpipe, and connected to the power stages with high-conductivity thermal pads
- Latest M.2 Support: Onboard PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot, and four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots all with substantial cooling solutions
- Abundant Connectivity: Dual Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C ports, USB 20Gbps Type-C front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W and USB Wattage Watcher, six additional USB 10Gbps ports, two PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots, HDMI 2.1
- Item package weight 3.856 pounds

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | ASUS |
| Manufacturer | ASUS |
| Model | ROG MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO |
| Model Name | ROG MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO |
| Package Dimensions | 37.29 x 30.99 x 11.61 cm; 680.39 g |
| Item model number | ROG MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 64 GB |
| Memory Slots Available | 3 |
| RAM memory maximum size | 192 GB |
| Ram Memory Technology | DDR5 |
| Operating System | Windows |
| Processor Type | Pentium |
| Processor Socket | LGA 1700 |
| Compatible Processor Types | Intel Core 14th & 13th Gen |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Graphics Card Description | Integrated |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI Express |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Chipset Type | Intel Z790 |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Batteries Included | No |
| Batteries Required | No |
| Number of Ports | 6 |
| Total USB ports | 6 |
| Material | INTEL |
| Does it contain liquid? | No |
| Manufacturer | ASUS |
| Item Weight | 680 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** ASUS
- **CPU Socket:** LGA 1700
- **Compatible Devices:** Personal Computer
- **Compatible Processors:** Intel Core 14th & 13th Gen
- **RAM Memory Technology:** DDR5

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by L***9 on 27 November 2023*

I've been using Asus ROG motherboards for several years when I build a computer and all have been of the highest quality, the ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Formula is no exception! It is one of the heaviest motherboards I have ever put into a computer build but I am not complaining. I mounted the Formula into a Corsair 5000D case, so I had plenty of room, mounting the MB was easy, standoffs matched the MB screw holes perfectly. Installing the 2 M.2 2TB SSDs was easy (Samsung 2TB 990 Pro), make sure to remove all of the protective tape on the M.2 heatsinks. First SSD I forgot to remove the protective tape; second SSD I did then realized I did not remove it from the first SSD I installed so I had to go back and remove the SSD, and the protective tape. If you are wondering why I used 2, 2TB SSDs instead of one 4TB, well it was price, the 4TB cost more than 2 2TB SSDs combined. I also prefer to keep data files on the D drive and programs on the C drive. For cooling, I used a CORSAIR H150i RGB Elite Liquid CPU Cooler. Many times, the CPU cooler that mounts on top of the CPU is a bit cumbersome to mount because of there not being enough space due to the MBs design; this was not the case with this MB, cooler mounted easily with plenty of space for the water lines to route to the radiator. It's nice to have the extra PCIe 4 M.2 slots (4 total) plus one PCIe 5 slot. As I am sure the reader knows that PCIe 5 is new technology and is pretty pricey, so, because it's new tech, and pricey, I'm going to hold off on that for now. For memory, I installed 64GB of Corsair Vengeance 6400MHz DDR5 RAM. I am referencing the components I used in this build because too many people go high-end on some components and cheap on other components in the same build. If you are going to build a high-end machine and spend this kind of money, do it right, spend the extra money for the good stuff! I'm not go into all the specs of the new machine I built, but suffice it to say, it is fast!! My old machine, i9 9900K with a ROG Formula XI MB, and 2 Samsung SSD 860s, its fast but the new machine is super-fast. I copied files to a flash drive on the old machine, took about 6 minutes, I copied the same files from the flash drive to the new machine, they transferred in less than 15 seconds. That's it for now, I hope this helps others if they are considering this motherboard.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***L on 23 September 2024*

J’adore tres efficace

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by K***E on 6 October 2024*

I love this ASUS Motherboard because it is nice to look at, and all the features is new. Kevin

## Frequently Bought Together

- ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero (WiFi 7) LGA 1700(Intel 14th &13th&12th Gen) ATX Gaming Motherboard(PCIe 5.0x16, 5xM.2 Slots,DDR5,2X Thunderbolt 4 Ports, USB Type-C Front-Panel)
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