ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO LGA 1700 ATX Gaming Motherboard

The ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO is an ATX motherboard built for the Intel LGA 1700 socket. Based on the Intel Z790 chipset, it gives builders a reliable platform for 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Core processors, making it a solid starting point for performance-driven gaming and creation rigs.

Four DDR5 DIMM slots accept up to 192 GB of memory. With careful tuning or the board’s AI assistance, data rates can reach 8000 MT/s, keeping frame rates smooth while streaming, editing, or running virtual machines.

Storage expansion is straightforward. One M.2 connector hooks into PCIe 5.0 lanes for the newest solid-state drives, while four additional M.2 slots rely on PCIe 4.0 for today’s high-speed SSDs. Four SATA III ports remain available for large capacity hard drives. For graphics, the board provides two slots that use the PCIe 5.0 x16 interface at full length, plus a PCIe 4.0 x4 slot for capture cards or other add-ins.

The rear panel offers two Thunderbolt 4 Type-C ports, allowing a single-cable connection to high-resolution displays, external drives, or docking stations. Networking options include Wi-Fi 7 with Bluetooth 5.4 for flexible wireless links and a 2.5 Gb Ethernet controller for low-latency wired play.

A 20+1+2 power stage design delivers clean current to the CPU, while large heatsinks help keep temperatures in check without pushing fan speeds. SupremeFX audio, driven by the ALC4082 codec and an ESS ES9218 DAC, provides clear positional sound for competitive matches and content production. AI-powered features in the UEFI firmware handle overclocking and fan calibration, making advanced tuning accessible even to newer enthusiasts.

Whether you are assembling a flagship gaming tower, a streaming workstation, or a multi-purpose PC that juggles creative workloads and esports titles, the ROG MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO supplies the speed, connectivity, and stability experienced builders expect.

• Intel LGA 1700 socket with Z790 chipset supports 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Core processors
• Four DDR5 DIMM slots accommodate up to 192 GB and can reach 8000 MT/s with overclocking
• Five M.2 connectors: one PCIe 5.0 and four PCIe 4.0, plus four SATA III ports
• Two full-length PCIe 5.0 x16 slots for high-bandwidth graphics or add-in cards
• Rear I/O includes two Thunderbolt 4 Type-C ports, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and 2.5 Gb Ethernet
• SupremeFX ALC4082 7.1-channel audio enhanced by an ESS ES9218 DAC
• 20+1+2 power stages with extensive heatsinks support stable operation under heavy loads
• AI-guided overclocking and cooling controls streamline system tuning