Slash the 6GHz barrier in style with the Strix Z790-E. Translucent shrouds outline its RGB ignition panel, alluding to its ability to jump into lightspeed under the guidance of AI Overclocking and a hyper-reactive VRM. DDR5 enhancements and an assortment of PCIe 5.0 options ramp up velocity even further, and setup is a breeze thanks to its unique Q-Design feature set.
  
   
  
   
  
  
  AI Overclocking - Effortless performance boost
  
  AI Cooling II - One-click fan tuning
  
  PCIe 5.0 - x1 PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, and x1 onboard M.2
  
  USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 - x1 I/O port, and x1 connector for PD 3.0 at 30W
  
  18 + 1 Power Stages - Robust Power Solution
  
  DDR5 Memory -  7800+ MT/s, AEMP II, XMP
  
  WiFi 6E
  
  DIY Friendly
  
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  DIY-Friendly Features
  
   
  
  PCIe Slot 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 drive and neatly eliminate traditional screws.
  
  
  
  
   
  
  Clear CMOS
  
  
  The Clear CMOS button quickly resets BIOS settings to factory default. It can also be used to reboot the PC if incorrect BIOS settings have been selected.
  
  
  
  
   
  
  BIOS Flashback
  
  
  BIOS FlashBack is a safe and simple way to update BIOS. Just drop the (UEFI) BIOS file onto a FAT32-formatted USB stick, plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack port, and press the button. Updates can even be performed without having memory or a CPU installed.
  
  
  
  
   
  
  Q-Code
  
  
  The on-board LED panel shows 2-digit diagnostic codes, providing a valuable reference for troubleshooting common boot problems and hardware issues.
  
  
  
  
   
  
  Start Button
  
  
  This convenient button removes the need to manually jump hard-to-reach pins during testing and troubleshooting.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  
  
  
   
  
  All-Round Performance
  
  
  Every aspect of the Strix Z790-E is finely tuned so the processor, memory, and connected devices can run in lockstep in order to achieve breakneck speeds.
  
  
  
  
   
  
  Overclocking
  
  
  Tuning is now faster and smarter than ever before. ASUS AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration and push the system to its limits. Predicted values can be engaged automatically or used as a launching ground for further experimentation.
  
  
  
  
   
  
  PCIe 5.0
  
  
  Fully embracing the new standard, the Strix Z790-E offers end-to-end PCIe 5.0 support. The topmost x16 expansion slot is Gen 5-ready, and is protected with a SafeSlot retention bracket to bear the weight of the latest graphics cards. One of the onboard M.2 slots is geared for blistering 16 GB/s read and write speeds thanks to its PCIe 5.0 interface, while all the rest can deliver still-impressive 8 GB/s transfers. Every M.2 slot is covered with substantial heatsinks to dispatch the heat of next-gen drives.
  
   
  
   
  
  
   
  
  Power Design
  
   
  
  Power Architecture
  
  18 + 1 power stages each rated to 90A deliver ample current to drive the most powerful Intel 13th Gen processors through any workload with ease.
  
   
  
  Alloy Chokes And Durable Capacitors
  
  Hi-end chokes and durable capacitors are engineered to resist extreme temperatures, enabling performance that exceeds industry standards.
  
   
  
  Dual 8-pin Procool Ii Power Connectors
  
  ProCool II connectors are precision-built to ensure flush contact with PSU power lines. A metal sheath improves heat dissipation and lowers electrical impedance.
  
   
  
  Eight-Layer PCB
  
  A 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.
  
   
  
   
  
  
  
  
  
   
  
  Memory
  
  
  ROG has a long legacy of flexing the fastest memory performance, and DDR5 is no outlier. Thanks to improved signal routing, now enthusiast-grade kits have been driven far beyond the 7 GT/s mark on the Strix Z790-E, and who knows how far future DIMMs can go? Seasoned veterans can test their mettle by tinkering with the extensive array of tuning options in the UEFI.
  
   
  
  DDR5 domin$Ation
  
  ROG has a long legacy of flexing the fastest memory performance, and DDR5 is no outlier. Thanks to improved signal routing, now enthusiast-grade kits have been driven far beyond the 7 GT/s mark on the Strix Z790-E, and who knows how far future DIMMs can go? Seasoned veterans can test their mettle by tinkering with the extensive array of tuning options in the UEFI.
  
   
  
  AEMP II
  
  ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) is an exclusive hardware and firmware solution to overclock generic memory modules. AEMP's second version allows for automatic tuning of kits during system startup and leverages the PCB trace optimizations of the Strix Z790-E to push frequencies higher than ever before. AEMP II can even overclock mixed kits in a quad-DIMM arrangement, and the vast library of support now extends to nearly every DDR5 module that does not otherwise have XMP support.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
   
  
  Cooling
  
  
  ROG has a long legacy of flexing the fastest memory performance, and DDR5 is no outlier. Thanks to improved signal routing,