ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-PLUS Motherboard
Best reliable foundation for high-performance Intel gaming builds.
This board is built for those who prioritize long-term reliability over flashy aesthetics. While it skips the over-the-top enthusiast extras, it delivers a rock-solid foundation for high-performance gaming with excellent thermal management and future-proof connectivity that just works.
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Who it's for
- Power users pushing high-end Intel CPUs to their limits
- Gamers building future-proof systems with the latest hardware standards
- Content creators needing massive, high-speed storage for large media files
Who should skip it
- Professionals requiring multiple high-bandwidth expansion cards for specialized tasks
- Audiophiles seeking top-tier sound quality for immersive listening experiences
- System builders who frequently swap out their primary graphics cards
Performance breakdown
Power Delivery Stability
Robust 16+1+1 power stages handle high-end Intel processors with ease.
Thermal Management
Comprehensive heatsinks and AI Cooling II keep components running reliably cool.
Memory Overclocking Potential
DDR5 support up to 7200+ MT/s offers significant performance headroom.
Connectivity Versatility
WiFi 6E and 2.5 Gb Ethernet ensure fast, future-proof network speeds.
Build Accessibility
PCIe Q-Release makes swapping out graphics cards quick and painless.
Future-Proofing
PCIe 5.0 support ensures compatibility with next-generation high-speed hardware.
Key Specs
CPU Socket
Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 14th, 13th & 12th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors
Form Factor
ATX
Chipset
Intel Z790
Power Stages
16(60A)+1(60A)+1
Memory Slots
4 x DIMM, DDR5 7200 (OC), Dual Channel
Memory Channels
2
Expansion Slots
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot, 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot (max @x4), 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4, 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1
PCIe Generation
PCIe 5.0, PCIe 4.0, PCIe 3.0
M.2 Slots
4
M.2 Interface
PCIe 4.0
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