Motherboards

Z790I AORUS ULTRA

Model Z790I AORUS ULTRA

Intel Z790 Mini-ITX motherboard for Socket LGA1700 processors, with 2 DDR5 slots (up to 128 GB) and Wi-Fi 6E.

Socket
LGA1700
Chipset
Intel Z790
Form factor
Mini-ITX
Memory
2 x DDR5, up to 128 GB
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6E

Overview

Highlights

  • Supports Intel Core 14th, 13th and 12th Gen processors
  • Direct 10+1+2 Phases Digital VRM Solution
  • Dual Channel DDR5: 2 x SMD DIMMs with XMP 3.0 Memory Module Support
  • Storage: 2 x PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Connectors
  • Cooling: Extended MOSFET Heatsink and Multi-Layered PCH M.2 Heatsink, Aluminium Baseplate
  • Networking: 2.5GbE LAN & Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax

Platform

Socket
LGA1700
Chipset
Intel Z790
Form factor
Mini-ITX 17.0 x 17.0 cm
Memory
DDR5
  • 2 DIMM slots
  • Up to 128 GB
  • Up to 8000 MT/s (OC)
Dual channel
Processor support
  • 14th, 13th, and 12th Generation Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors
Expansion slots
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot, PCIe 5.0 at x16
Storage
2 x M.2
  • 2 x SATA 6Gb/s
Fastest M.2 slot: PCIe 4.0 x4
LAN
  • Intel 2.5GbE LAN
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690
Display outputs
1 x HDMI, 1 x DisplayPort For processors with integrated graphics
Power inputs
  • 24-pin ATX
  • 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V

At a glance

Platform
Intel
Socket
LGA1700
Chipset
Z790
Form factor
Mini-ITX
Memory
DDR5
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6E
Series
AORUS
Full specifications

Specifications

Platform

CPU
LGA1700 socket: Support for the 14th, 13th, and 12th Generation Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron ProcessorsL3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset
Intel Z790 Express Chipset
Memory
Support for DDR5 8000(O.C.) /7800(O.C.) /7600(O.C.) /7200(O.C.) /7000(O.C.) /6800(O.C.) /6600(O.C.) / 6400(O.C.) / 6200(O.C.) / 6000(O.C.) / 5600(O.C.) / 5400(O.C.) / 5200(O.C.) / 4800 / 4400 MT/s memory modules2 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 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 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.1 x DisplayPort port, supporting a maximum resolution of 5120x2160@60 Hz* Support for DisplayPort 1.4 version and HDCP 2.3* The DisplayPort does not support HDMI connection by adapter(Graphics specifications may vary depending on CPU support.)
Audio
Realtek ALC4080 CODECSupport for DTS:X UltraHigh Definition Audio2-channel

Networking

LAN
Intel 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps)
Wireless communication module
Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690WIFI 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* The PCIEX16 slot can only support a graphics card or an NVMe SSD.
Storage interface
CPU:1 x M.2 connector on the back of the GC-Z790I BTB PLUG (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU)Chipset:1 x M.2 connector on the front of GC-Z790I BTB PLUG (Socket 3, M key, type 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2P_SB)2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectorsRAID 0 and RAID 1 support for NVMe SSD storage devicesRAID 0 and RAID 1 support for SATA storage devices

Ports and connectors

USB
Chipset:1 x USB Type-C port on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support, available through the internal USB header3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header)2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports on the back panelChipset+USB 2.0 Hub:4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the USB headers on the front of GC-Z790I BTB PLUG
Internal I/O connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector1 x external power connector (Note 1)1 x CPU fan header1 x fan/water cooling pump header2 x system fan headers (SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 (Note 1))1 x addressable LED strip header (Note 1)1 x RGB LED strip header2 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors (M2A_CPU (Note 2)/M2P_SB (Note 1))2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors1 x front panel header1 x front panel audio header (routed from the adapter card on the rear panel)1 x speaker header1 x USB Type-C header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header1 x USB 2.0/1.1 header (Note 1)1 x reset button (Note 1)1 x reset jumper1 x Clear CMOS jumper(Note 1) The connector is on the front of GC-Z790I BTB PLUG.(Note 2) The connector is on the back of GC-Z790I BTB PLUG.
Back panel connectors
2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)1 x DisplayPort1 x HDMI port1 x USB Type-C port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports1 x Q-Flash Plus button1 x RJ-45 port2 x audio jacks
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.
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
Operating system
Support for Windows 11 64-bitSupport for Windows 10 64-bit

Board

Form factor
Mini-ITX Form Factor; 17.0cm x 17.0cm

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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Platform and pairing

Processor and memory

Supplied by brand rather than listed by model. Name the part you need in your enquiry.

Graphics cards

A spread of current cards, from top tier to entry level. Each card page lists its length and recommended power supply.

Power supplies

Ratings from 400 W to 3000 W. This board's power inputs: 24-pin ATX and 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V. Size the supply to the recommended PSU of the graphics card you fit.

CPU coolers for LGA1700

Coolers whose specifications list socket LGA1700.

  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE GME 240

    GIGABYTE

    GAMING 240

    GP-GIGABYTE GME 240

    • 240 mm
    • 2 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details
  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE GME 240I

    GIGABYTE

    GAMING 240 ICE

    GP-GIGABYTE GME 240I

    • 240 mm
    • 2 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details
  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE EAGLE 360

    GIGABYTE

    EAGLE 360

    GP-GIGABYTE EAGLE 360

    • 360 mm
    • 3 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details

Cabinets for Mini-ITX boards

Cabinets whose specifications list Mini-ITX motherboard support.

Parts to plan with this motherboard

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Support

Warranty and repairs

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From GIGABYTE

Practical notes

  1. Update the BIOS only from the official support page, following the brand’s instructions.
  2. Check the CPU support list for the BIOS version before buying a processor.
  3. Install chipset, LAN and audio drivers from the official support page.

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