Gigabyte Z790 GAMING PLUS AX LGA1700 Motherboard

Gigabyte Z790 GAMING PLUS AX Overview

Whether builders are looking to replace their current motherboard or designing a wallet-friendly system, the Gigabyte Z790 GAMING PLUS AX LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard provides users with ample connectivity options, support for gaming-level components, and solid thermal solutions suitable for a wide range of Intel processors.

Equipped with an Intel LGA 1700 socket and Z790 chipset, you can leverage a wide range of 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen processors, enhancing performance and responsiveness. Four dual-channel DDR5 RAM slots enable you to install up to 256GB of memory to enhance multitasking and rendering speeds. Install an array of storage drives for your media assets with four SATA III and three M.2 PCIe interfaces. The GAMING PLUS AX also has one PCIe 4.0 x16 and two PCIe 3.0 x16 (in x1 mode) expansion slots so you can equip your system with various graphics and utility cards. Connect your low-powered peripherals such as mice, keyboards, and controllers to the GAMING PLUS AX with USB-A 2.0 ports while USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2 ports are reserved for resource-demanding devices such as external drives, audio interfaces, and more. You can also use Bluetooth 5.3 technology to support wireless devices for a true cable-free experience. Quickly access online assets with Wi-Fi 6 technology for wireless connectivity or use the wired 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port for a strong and reliable connection.

Electrical Design

Twin Digital Power design leverages 8+1+1 phases 60A DrMOS to deliver ample power throughout your system while balancing electrical loads. All solid capacitors improve transient response and minimize oscillation for cleaner energy delivery.

Performance Layout

An enhanced memory layout promotes faster render speeds and multitasking capabilities thanks to the optimized daisy-chain routing. PCIe 4.0 technology is built into the PCIe x16 expansion slot and M.2 interface, giving you over double the bandwidth of PCIe 3.0, enhancing your GPU and storage throughput.

Enhanced Thermal Design

Designed to maintain thermal performance and prevent system throttling, the GAMING PLUS AX's enlarged MOSFET heat sink and M.2 Thermal Guard work together to ensure that onboard components are safe under heavy loads. Smart Fan 6 application gives users the ability to monitor and operate connected fans to assist with cooling capabilities.

Front Panel USB-C Connector

The USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2 ports offer a maximum throughput up to 5 and 10 Gb/s, respectively, while connected to USB 3.2 compliant peripherals. With the USB Type-C connector, users can enjoy the flexibility of a reversible connection to access and store massive amounts of data rapidly.

Hi-Fi Audio

With enhanced audio capacitors, you can enjoy high-quality sound whether you are listening to your favorite media or talking to your in-game allies. Audio noise guard separates the board's sensitive analog audio components from noise pollution for cleaner audio.

Personalization & Customization

With an array of RGB headers, you can use GIGABYTE's RGB Fusion and Control Center software to customize your rig with a wide range of colors and lighting effects, turning your rig into the centerpiece of your gaming room. UEFI BIOS settings can be easily accessed and allow you to fine-tune your performance profile according to your needs.

Ultra Durable

Sporting an easy DIY design, the GAMING PLUS AX provides you with several enhancements that make the installation of components a breeze. Q-Flash Plus enables you to update the BIOS settings with only a few power cables, RAM, and processor. PCIe Armor reinforces the GPU slot to withstand heavier graphics cards.