Gigabyte Z790M Aorus Elite AX ICE DDR5 Motherboard
Feature
Key Features
- Intel® Socket LGA 1700:Support 14th and 13th Gen Series Processors
- Unparalleled Performance:Twin 12+1+1 Phases Digital VRM Solution
- Dual Channel DDR5:4*SMD DIMMs with XMP 3.0 Memory Module Support
- Next Generation Storage:3*PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Connectors
- Advanced Thermal Design & M.2 Thermal Guard: To Ensure VRM Power Stability & M.2 SSD Performance
- EZ-Latch Plus:M.2 Connectors with Quick Release & Screwless Design
- Fast Networks:2.5GbE LAN & Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax
- Extended Connectivity:DP, HDMI, Front USB-C® 10Gb/s, Rear USB-C® 20Gb/s
- Smart Fan 6:Features Multiple Temperature Sensors, Hybrid Fan Headers with FAN STOP
- Q-Flash Plus:Update BIOS Without Installing the CPU, Memory and Graphics Card

THE SINGULARITY OF POWER
Gigabyte AORUS Z790 series gaming motherboards fully optimize the performance within the latest Intel® 14th generation processors with our most capable digital power design ever. Before you would notice, the heat generated from the beastly power consumption is already dealt with by the full metal thermal solution. Not to mention the lightning-fast track to the next-gen PCIe 5.0 and the top-tier compatibility of DDR5 memory. Be crowned the king of gaming.
OVERVIEW
Performance

Thermal

Connectivity

DIY Friendly

All Digital
Power
Full Metal
Thermal
DIY-Friendly
Design
Best DDR5
Compatibility
Intel® 14th Gen
Optimized

Robust VRM Design
Power in number
All AORUS series gaming motherboards are equipped with an all-digital power design, which delivers the best stability under heavy workloads.
Digital Twin VRM Design
Ensures stable high-power delivery for advanced overclocking.
* 6+6 phases parallel power design
VCORE Phases 60A Dr.MOS
to unleash the full potential of multi-core CPU performance.
VCCGT Phase 60A Dr.MOS
for CPU integrated GPU performance.
VCCAUX Phase
provide stable power for CPU integrated PCIe & Memory controller.
Memory
Memory, to the future
All AORUS series gaming motherboards feature multiple techniques to enhance the performance of DDR5 memory with the best compatibility.
Best-in-class Compatibility
DDR5 Overclocking Up to
7600 MT/s
* Memory overclocking and XMP support may vary. Please refer to the qualified vendor list (QVL) for details and note that product features may vary by model.
BIOS Engineering
Feature-rich BIOS functions that enable easy access to the best-in-class DDR5 performance.
DDR5 XMP Booster
one click to auto boost your DDR5 module by the highest profile
DDR5 Auto Booster
one click to boost native DDR5-5600 to 6000
High Bandwidth
one click to increase DDR5 bandwidth
Low Latency
one click to shorten DDR5 latency
XMP 3.0 User Profile
optimizes memory settings and achieve the best performance for the system
Hardware Craftsmanship
Maximize DDR5 performance with our advanced technology for an unparalleled gaming experience.
Shielded Memory Routing

Heatsink
Overall Thermal
Every AORUS motherboard is armored with the most advanced, full metal thermal design. These solid heatsinks are forged to keep your system cool while running fast.

VRM Thermal Armor Advanced
- These solid heatsinks are forged to keep your system cool.
- Real One-piece Build
- Multi-Cut Design
- 4X Large Surface

M.2 Thermal Guard
prevents throttling and bottlenecks from high speed M.2 SSD
Smart Fan 6
Cool. Quiet. Customized.

DIY-friendly
Build effortless
Building your own PC is meant to be joyful and effortless. AORUS motherboards are designed to be the most DIY-friendly option available.
EZ-Latch Designs
Effortless mechanisms that enable easy installations of components.
* For reference only; actual appearance may vary.
M.2 EZ-Latch Plus
screwless installation for M.2 SSDs
PCIe EZ-Latch
easy detachment for graphics cards

Quick Control Elements
Reset. Update. Convenient.
Multi-key
Q-FLASH PLUS
Ultra Durable
Get everythingUD
GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ Technology represents our highest standards to provide a platform for gamers that is not only powerful but also durable and reliable. AORUS series motherboard is built to last longer and stand stronger.


PCIe UD Slot PG5
GIGABYTE widens stainless-steel shielding by 20% to reinforce PCIe slots, addressing Gen 5 SMD technology’s lower weight-bearing capacity and supporting heavy-duty graphics cards.
2.2x
stronger shearing test
1.7x
stronger retention force test


UD Power Connector
The unique design provides better conductivity for power and better dissipation for the heat generated from it.
Solid Pins
provides superior conductivity & signal transmission, reducing metal loss from repeated plugging.

Connectivity
Connectivity versatile
Enable the ultimate connection experience with blazing data-transfer speeds through the next generation network, storage, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
Seamless Connectivity
High Quailty Sound
Enjoy a high-quality sound experience, which supports 7.1 channel playback, features an advanced microphone array, and offers versatile connectivity options for gaming and entertainment.
Audiophile Grade Capacitors
Premium Grade Audio capacitors provide stable current, delivering a studio-quality experience.

Customization
Elevating Performance Together
AORUS series motherboard signifies our dedication to BIOS optimization. Through our community partnership, we’re making next-gen performance more user-friendly.
UC BIOS
Redesigned as user-centered and provides intuitive performance tweakers.
Redesigned UI and UX
an intuitive operation interface with an aesthetically pleasing design.
Quick Access
9 customizable option slots for effortless access in Easy Mode.
PerfDrive
exclusive BIOS settings that optimize the performance based on the cooling configuration
HWiNFO
Exclusive Partnership
introduces innovative features for computer enthusiasts and professionals
GIGABYTE Control Center
a unified software platform across a variety of GIGABYTE products.
Brand | GIGABYTE |
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Model | Z790M AORUS ELITE AX ICE |
CPU Socket Type | LGA 1700 |
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CPU Type | Celeron / Intel Core 12th Gen (LGA 1700) / Intel Core 13th Gen (LGA 1700) / Intel Core 14th Gen (LGA 1700) / Pentium Gold |
Chipset | Intel Z790 |
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Number of Memory Slots | 4x288pin (DDR5) |
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Memory Standard | DDR5 4800 |
Maximum Memory Supported | 192GB |
Channel Supported | Dual Channel |
Memory Feature | Support 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 modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules |
PCI Express 5.0 x16 | 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x16 (PCIEX16) * The PCIEX16 slot can only support a graphics card or an NVMe SSD. If only one graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot. |
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PCI Express 4.0 x16 | 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x4 (PCIEX4) |
SATA 6Gb/s | 6 x SATA 6Gb/s |
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M.2 | 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU) 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2Q_SB) 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2P_SB) |
SATA RAID | RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices |
Additional RAID Controller | RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for NVMe SSD storage devices |
Audio Chipset | Realtek ALC1220 |
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Audio Channels | 7.1 Channels |
Max LAN Speed | 2.5Gbps |
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Wireless LAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 ax |
Bluetooth | BLUETOOTH 5.3 |
Back I/O Ports | 1 x USB Type-C port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 support 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port (red) 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R) 1 x HDMI 2.0 port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x RJ-45 port 1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector 2 x audio jacks |
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Onboard USB | 1 x USB Type-C header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers |
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Other Connectors | 1 x CPU fan header 1 x water cooling CPU fan header 3 x system fan headers 1 x system fan/water cooling pump header 2 x addressable LED strip headers 2 x RGB LED strip headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 2 x Thunderbolt add-in card connectors 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0 module only) 1 x serial port header 1 x reset button 1 x Q-Flash Plus button 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x reset jumper |
Form Factor | Micro ATX |
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Dimensions (W x L) | 9.6″ x 9.6″ |
Power Pin | 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector |
Windows 11 | Support for Windows 11 64-bit Support for Windows 10 64-bit |
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Features | Support for GIGABYTE Control Center Support for Q-Flash Support for Q-Flash Plus Support for Smart Backup |
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