ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-PLUS WIFI

The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-PLUS WIFI is a robust motherboard designed to support Intel CPUs, utilizing the Intel LGA 1700 socket. Released in December 2022, it features the advanced Intel Z790 chipset and is built in the ATX form factor, measuring 30.5×24.4cm. This motherboard is engineered for durability and performance, with a 16+1 phase power delivery system, each phase capable of handling 60A, ensuring stable power distribution even under heavy loads.

For memory, the board supports DDR5 RAM with speeds up to 7200MHz (PC5-57600) and can accommodate up to 128GB across 4 slots in a dual-channel configuration. It also features XMP (Extreme Memory Profile) support for easier overclocking.

In terms of expansion slots, the TUF Gaming Z790-PLUS WIFI offers a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for high-speed graphics cards, along with additional slots including PCIe4.0 and PCIe3.0 versions. Specifically, it has 1 PCIe x16, 1 PCIe x16 (at x4), 1 PCIe x4, and 2 PCIe x1 slots, providing ample flexibility for various expansion cards.

Storage options are extensive, with 4 M.2 slots supporting PCIe 4.0 and NVMe, as well as 4 SATA3 (6Gb/s) ports. The M.2 slots support multiple form factors, including 2242, 2260, 2280, and 22110, and the motherboard also supports NVMe and SATA RAID configurations.

The motherboard is well-equipped for connectivity, featuring a variety of USB ports including USB 3.x 20Gbps, USB 3.x 10Gbps, and USB 3.x 5Gbps. It offers 6 USB A-type ports and 2 USB C-type ports on the rear, ensuring extensive peripheral compatibility. Networking capabilities include a 2.5Gb Intel LAN chipset and support for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Audio is handled by the Realtek S1220A chipset, delivering 7.1-channel sound, and various headers such as USB4, USB3.0, USB2.0, and USB3.1 Type C are available for front panel connectivity. Additionally, the motherboard supports RGB lighting with AURA SYNC technology, featuring both onboard and front LED lighting options, along with several headers for RGB and ARGB devices.

Key features include DrMOS power stages, extensive heatsinks for power delivery and M.2 slots, and UEFI BIOS for easy configuration. The combination of these features makes the ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-PLUS WIFI a versatile and powerful choice for gamers and power users looking to build a high-performance system.