Z790 AERO G
Intel Z790 ATX motherboard for Socket LGA1700 processors, with 4 DDR5 slots (up to 256 GB) and Wi-Fi 6E.
- Socket
- LGA1700
- Chipset
- Intel Z790
- Form factor
- ATX
- Memory
- 4 x DDR5, up to 256 GB
- Wireless
- Wi-Fi 6E
- Download drivers, BIOS and manuals
- Warranty as per GIGABYTE terms. Claims are handled through our service team.
Overview
Highlights
- Supports Intel Core 14th, 13th and 12th Gen processors
- VisionLINK: One USB-C Port for Video, Data Transfer and Charging
- Dual Channel DDR5: 4 x SMD DIMMs with XMP Memory Module Support
- Storage: 1 x PCIe 5.0 x4 and 4 x PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Connectors
- EZ-Latch Plus: PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 Connector with Quick Release & Screwless Design
- Networking: Intel 2.5GbE LAN & Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax
Platform
- Socket
- LGA1700
- Chipset
- Intel Z790
- Form factor
- ATX 30.5 x 24.4 cm
- Memory
- DDR5
- 4 DIMM slots
- Up to 256 GB
- Up to 7600 MT/s (OC)
- Processor support
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- 14th, 13th, and 12th Generation Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors*
- Expansion slots
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- 1 x PCIe x16 slot, PCIe 5.0 at x16
- 1 x PCIe x16 slot, PCIe 4.0 at x4
- 1 x PCIe x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 (BIOS setting required) and running at x4
- Storage
- 5 x M.2
- 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- LAN
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- Intel 2.5GbE LAN
- Wireless
- Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211
- Display outputs
- 1 x HDMI, 1 x DisplayPort For processors with integrated graphics
- Power inputs
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- 24-pin ATX
- 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V
- 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V
At a glance
- Platform
- Intel
- Socket
- LGA1700
- Chipset
- Z790
- Form factor
- ATX
- Memory
- DDR5
- Wireless
- Wi-Fi 6E
- Series
- AERO
Specifications
Platform
- CPU
- LGA1700 socket: Support for the 14th, 13th, and 12th Generation Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors*L3 cache varies with CPU
- Chipset
- Intel Z790 Express Chipset
- Memory
- Support for DDR5 7600(O.C.) /7400(O.C.) /7200(O.C.) /7000(O.C.) /6800(O.C.) /6600(O.C.) / 6400(O.C.) / 6200(O.C.) / 6000(O.C.) / 5800(O.C.) / 5600(O.C.) / 5400(O.C.) / 5200(O.C.) / 4800 / 4000 memory modules4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 256 GB (64 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memoryDual channel memory architectureSupport for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode)Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modulesSupport for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules(The CPU and memory configuration may affect the supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules, please refer to "Memory Support List" for more information.)
Graphics and audio
- Onboard graphics
- Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel HD Graphics support:1 x USB Type-C port, supporting USB 3.2 Gen 2 and DisplayPort video outputs and a maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60 Hz* Support for drawing tablets and 20V@3A of power delivery.* Support for DisplayPort 1.4 version and HDR.1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@60 Hz* Support for HDMI 2.1 version and HDCP 2.3.** Support native HDMI 2.1 TMDS compatible ports.(Graphics specifications may vary depending on CPU or graphics card support.)
- Audio
- Realtek ALC1220-VB CODEC* The back panel line out jack supports DSD audio.High Definition Audio2/4/5.1/7.1-channel* You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings.Support for S/PDIF Out
Networking
- LAN
- Intel 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps)
- Wireless communication module
- Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211WIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bandsBLUETOOTH 5.3Support for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard and up to 2.4 Gbps data rate(Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment.)
Expansion and storage
- Expansion slots
- CPU:1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x16 (PCIEX16)* The PCIEX16 slot shares bandwidth with the M2C_CPU connector. The PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x8 mode when a device is installed in the M2C_CPU connector* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.Chipset:1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x4 (PCIEX4_1)1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 (BIOS setting required) and running at x4 (PCIEX4_2)
- Storage interface
- CPU:1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 25110/2280 PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2C_CPU)1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU)Chipset:1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2Q_SB)1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2P_SB)1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280 SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2M_SB)4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectorsRAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for NVMe SSD storage devicesRAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices
Ports and connectors
- USB
- Chipset:2 x USB Type-C ports, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support (1 port on the back panel, 1 port available through the internal USB header)1 x USB Type-C port on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB header2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports on the back panelChipset+USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub:4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on the back panelChipset+USB 2.0 Hub:4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers
- Internal I/O connectors
- 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector1 x CPU fan header1 x water cooling CPU fan header4 x system fan headers2 x system fan/water cooling pump headers2 x addressable LED strip headers2 x RGB LED strip headers5 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors1 x front panel header1 x front panel audio header1 x USB Type-C header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers1 x noise detection header2 x Thunderbolt add-in card connectors1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI V2 module only)1 x serial port header1 x Q-Flash Plus button1 x reset button1 x reset jumper2 x temperature sensor headers1 x Clear CMOS jumper
- Back panel connectors
- 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports1 x DisplayPort In port1 x HDMI port (Note)2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)1 x USB Type-C port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support1 x USB Type-C port (DisplayPort), with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support1 x RJ-45 port1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector2 x audio jacks(Note) Actual support may vary by CPU.
- I/O controller
- iTE I/O Controller Chip
Firmware and software
- H/W monitoring
- Voltage detectionTemperature detectionFan speed detectionWater cooling flow rate detectionFan fail warningFan speed control* Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install.Noise detection
- BIOS
- 1 x 256 Mbit flashUse of licensed AMI UEFI BIOSPnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
- Unique features
- Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC)Support for Q-FlashSupport for Q-Flash PlusSupport for Smart Backup
- Bundle software
- Norton Internet Security (OEM version)LAN bandwidth management software* Service discontinued as a result of contract termination by the software provider
- Operating system
- Support for Windows 11 64-bitSupport for Windows 10 64-bit
Board
- Form factor
- ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm
Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's published information and may change. Confirm critical values with our sales desk before ordering.
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Official information
GIGABYTE product page for Z790 AERO GPlatform and pairing
Processor and memory
Supplied by brand rather than listed by model. Name the part you need in your enquiry.
Graphics cards
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Power supplies
Ratings from 400 W to 3000 W. This board's power inputs: 24-pin ATX, 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V and 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V. Size the supply to the recommended PSU of the graphics card you fit.
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ECO400 400 W non-modular power supply
- 400 W
- Non-modular
- 1 x 8-pin
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B700H 700 W power supply
- 700 W
- 80 PLUS Bronze
- Semi-modular
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RM1200x SHIFT 1200 W 80 PLUS Gold fully modular power supply
CP-9020254
- 1200 W
- 80 PLUS Gold
- Fully modular
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WS3000 3000 W 80 PLUS Platinum fully modular power supply
CP-9020312
- 3000 W
- 80 PLUS Platinum
- Fully modular
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CPU coolers for LGA1700
Coolers whose specifications list socket LGA1700.
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Cabinets for ATX boards
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Parts to plan with this motherboard
- Processors 202 models
- Memory (RAM) 555 models
- Graphics cards 68 models
- Power supplies 229 models
- Cabinets 10 models
- CPU coolers 8 models
Check sockets, memory type, power connectors and dimensions against the specifications before ordering, or ask our sales desk to confirm a build.
Support
Warranty and repairs
Warranty is as per GIGABYTE’s terms for this model. For products bought from us, call our service team with the invoice number, the model and the product’s serial number.
From GIGABYTE
Practical notes
- Update the BIOS only from the official support page, following the brand’s instructions.
- Check the CPU support list for the BIOS version before buying a processor.
- Install chipset, LAN and audio drivers from the official support page.
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