ASUS ROG STRIX Z790-E GAMING WIFI

Overview

Intel Z790 LGA 1700 ATX motherboard with 18 + 1 power stages, Advanced AI PC ready, DDR5, five M.2 slots, PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD slot with M.2 Combo-Sink, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot with Q-Release, WiFi 6E, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C rear I/O port and front-panel connector with PD 3.0 up to 30W, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and Aura Sync RGB lighting

Reasons To Buy

✓ Latest and Greatest Intel 13th Gen with DDR5 and PCIE Gen 5
✓ Generous I/O, M.2 slots, USB Ports, and Network Connectivity
✓ Creative and functional design (Great VRM, Q-Release, etc)

Reasons To Avoid

✗ Only 4 SATA Ports, and No USB 4, Not meant for a workstation use
✗ Intel 13th Gen is likely the last CPU Upgrade before a new socket

Expert Reviews

Asus ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming Wifi review: This motherboard packs a punch —All aboard the next-gen hype train.

The Asus ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming Wifi comes with all of the next-gen features to help hit peak performance without any of those extraneous gimmicks that drive up the price tag. It's time to hop on the next-gen bandwagon.

By PCWorld · 2 years, 5 months ago