Elevate your gaming and overclocking experience with the ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO ATX motherboard—the ultimate choice for enthusiasts seeking top-tier performance and cutting-edge customization. Designed by ASUS under the renowned Republic of Gamers (ROG) brand, this motherboard is engineered to meet the demands of high-performance gaming, advanced content creation, and power users who require exceptional speed and reliability.
The ROG MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO
features the Intel® Z790 chipset and supports a wide range of Intel® processors, including 14th, 13th, and 12th Gen Intel® Core™, along with Pentium® Gold and Celeron® CPUs. Enhanced by Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, it delivers rapid responsiveness and robust processing power for demanding tasks—perfect for gamers, creators, and professionals.
Memory capabilities are outstanding, with four DIMM slots supporting up to 192GB DDR5 RAM at blazing speeds of 6000MHz to 8000+MHz (OC). The motherboard includes Dual Channel architecture and supports Intel® XMP, ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile II (AEMP II), and DIMM Flex, allowing users to fine-tune their memory for maximum performance and stability, ideal for high-end gaming rigs and advanced workstations.
Expansion and connectivity are unmatched, featuring two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots (supporting x16 or x8/x8 modes) and a PCIe 4.0 x4 slot for installing the latest graphics cards or high-speed storage devices. Storage options include five M.2 slots and four SATA 6Gb/s ports, with Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enabling advanced RAID configurations (RAID 0/1/5/10) for data protection and speed.
Networking is future-proof with Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet and ASUS LANGuard for secure, high-speed wired connections. The board also supports Intel® Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) across 2.4/5/6GHz bands and Bluetooth® v5.4, ensuring stable and fast wireless connectivity for online gaming, streaming, and device pairing.
The audio experience is immersive, thanks to ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound HD Audio CODEC (ALC4082) and ESS® ES9218 QUAD DAC, delivering crystal-clear, high-fidelity sound for gaming, movies, and music. The motherboard offers extensive USB connectivity: 12 rear ports (including Thunderbolt™ 4 and USB 20Gbps) and 9 front ports, ensuring rapid access and flexibility for all your peripherals and devices.
Special
features abound, including the Extreme OC Kit with FlexKey, ReTry, and Start buttons for ultimate overclocking control, ASUS Q-Design and Thermal Solution for efficient cooling, EZ DIY
features, AURA Sync RGB lighting support, and exclusive software such as Armoury Crate, AI Suite 3, and MyASUS for comprehensive system management.
Manufactured in Taiwan, the ATX form factor (12" x 9.6" / 30.5cm x 24.4cm) fits seamlessly into gaming rooms, offices, or content studios. The package comes with essential accessories—SATA cables, an additional cooling kit, ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, M.2 backplate Q-Latch packages, ROG stickers, USB drive with drivers/utilities, and a quick start guide.
For optimal performance, regularly clean the motherboard with gentle compressed air, avoid liquid contact, and ensure secure connections for all components. With the ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO, experience unrivaled stability, speed, and customization for every task. Order now from GNM and unlock your system’s full potential.
