Overview
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Plus Wi-Fi motherboard is engineered to be the bedrock of your next high-performance PC build. Combining military-grade durability with cutting-edge Intel Z790 chipset technology, this ATX motherboard provides the reliability and power delivery required to push 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Intel Core processors to their limits. With its robust 16+1 DrMOS power stage design and six-layer PCB, it ensures consistent energy delivery even during intense overclocking or sustained gaming sessions.
Beyond raw power, this board is built for the future. It features native support for high-speed DDR5 memory and a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, ensuring your system remains compatible with the latest and upcoming hardware releases. The inclusion of Wi-Fi 6E and Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet provides ultra-low latency networking, while the extensive M.2 storage options allow for lightning-fast load times across your entire game library.
Key Features & Benefits
- Robust Power Delivery: 16+1 DrMOS power stages and ProCool sockets provide clean, efficient power to the CPU for maximum stability.
- Next-Gen Connectivity: Equipped with Wi-Fi 6E and Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet for superior online gaming performance and rapid data transfers.
- Advanced Thermal Management: Enlarged VRM heatsinks and dedicated M.2 heatsinks keep critical components cool under heavy workloads.
- DDR5 Optimization: ASUS OptiMem II technology improves signal integrity, allowing for higher memory frequencies and lower latencies.
- DIY-Friendly Design: Features like the M.2 Q-Latch, PCIe Slot Q-Release, and pre-mounted I/O shield make the building process seamless and stress-free.
Performance & Best Use Cases
This motherboard is designed for users who refuse to compromise on stability or speed. Whether you are a competitive gamer, a content creator rendering high-resolution video, or a power user multitasking across heavy applications, the Z790-Plus delivers the bandwidth and reliability you need.
- Best For: Enthusiast-level gaming PCs and high-performance workstation builds.
- Use Case: Demanding AAA gaming, professional video editing, and streaming.
- Practical Advantage: The PCIe 5.0 slot ensures your system is ready for the next generation of high-bandwidth graphics cards.
- Why Choose It: It balances premium features with the legendary TUF Gaming durability, backed by a 36-month warranty.
Connectivity, Cooling & Power
The board is packed with I/O versatility, including a USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C port for rapid external storage access. Cooling is managed through a comprehensive array of hybrid fan headers and the Fan Xpert 4 utility, allowing for precise control over your system’s thermals. The board also features Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation, which leverages deep learning to reduce background noise from your microphone and incoming audio, ensuring crystal-clear communication during intense matches.
Compu-Fi Expert Opinion
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Plus Wi-Fi is a standout choice for builders who want a premium feature set without the unnecessary fluff of ultra-high-end enthusiast boards. It hits the “sweet spot” of the Z790 lineup by providing excellent VRM cooling, broad connectivity, and the structural integrity that the TUF line is famous for. If you are building a system around a high-tier Intel processor and want a board that will last for years, this is a top-tier recommendation.
Detailed Technical Specifications
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Technical Overview
- CPU
Intel® Socket LGA1700 for Intel® Core™ 14th & 13th Gen Processors
Intel® Core™ 12th Gen, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors
Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
Chipset: Intel® Z790 Chipset
Memory
4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5 7200(OC)/7000(OC)/6800(OC)/6600(OC)/6400(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5800(OC)/ 5600/ 5400/ 5200/ 5000/ 4800 Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
OptiMem II
Graphics
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI® port
Expansion Slots
Intel® Core™ Processors (14th & 13th & 12th Gen)
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
Intel® Z790 Chipset
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 slot
2 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
Storage
Total supports 4 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Intel® Core™ Processors (14th & 13th & 12th Gen)
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110
Intel® 13th & 12th Gen processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode
Intel® Z790 Chipset
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Ethernet
1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet
TUF LANGuard
Wireless & Bluetooth
Wi-Fi 6E
2×2 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band
Bluetooth® v5.3
USB
Rear USB (Total 8 ports)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 port (1 x USB Type-C®)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (2 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A)
Front USB (Total 7 ports)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (supports USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
2 x USB 2.0 headers support an additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
Audio
Realtek S1220A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC
Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphones and speakers
Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in)
Supports up to 32-bit/192 kHz playback”
Audio Features
Audio Shielding
Rear optical S/PDIF out port
Premium audio capacitors
Dedicated audio PCB layers
Audio Cover
Back Panel I/O Ports
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 port (1 x USB Type-C®)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (2 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A)
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI® port
1 x Wi-Fi Module
1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet port
5 x Audio jacks
1 x Optical S/PDIF out port
Internal I/O Connectors
Fan and Cooling related
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
Power related
1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
2 x 8-pin +12V Power connectors
Storage related
4 x M.2 slots (Key M)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
USB
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (supports USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
2 x USB 2.0 headers support an additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
Miscellaneous
3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
1 x Aura RGB header
1 x Clear CMOS header
1 x COM Port header
1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP)
1 x 20-3-pin System Panel header with Chassis intrusion function
1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header
Special Features
ASUS TUF PROTECTION
DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)
ESD Guards
TUF LANGuard
Overvoltage Protection
Safeslot
Stainless-Steel Back I/O
ASUS Q-Design
M.2 Q-Latch
PCIe Slot Q-Release
Q-DIMM
Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])
Q-Slot
ASUS Thermal Solution
M.2 heatsink
VRM heatsink design
ASUS EZ DIY
CPU Socket lever protector
ProCool
Pre-mounted I/O shield
SafeDIMM
AURA Sync
Aura RGB header
Addressable Gen 2 headers
Software Features
ASUS Exclusive Software
Armoury Crate
Aura Creator
Aura Sync
Fan Xpert 4 (with AI Cooling II)
Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation
Power Saving
AI Suite 3
TurboV EVO
DIGI+ VRM
PC Cleaner
TUF GAMING CPU-Z
DTS Audio Processing
MyAsus
Norton 360 for Gamers
WinRAR
UEFI BIOS
ASUS EZ DIY
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS EZ Flash 3
ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
BIOS: 192 (128+64) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
Manageability: WOL by PME, PXE
Operating System: Windows® 11, Windows® 10 64-bit
Form Factor:
ATX Form Factor
30.5 cm x 24.4 cm
36-Month Warranty
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