Z790
PG Lightning

Supports 13^th Gen & 12^th Gen Intel^® Core™ Processors
14+1+1 Phase Power Design, Dr.MOS for VCore+GT
4 x DDR5 DIMMs, supports up to 7200+(OC)
1 PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 PCIe 4.0 x16, 3 PCIe 3.0 x1, 1 M.2 Key-E for WiFi
Graphics Output Options: 1 HDMI, eDP
7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec), Nahimic Audio
1 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4 & SATA3), 3 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4), 4 SATA3
1 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Rear), 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear), 1 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (Front), 9 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (5 Rear, 4 Front), 3 USB 2.0 (1 Rear, 2 Front)
Realtek 2.5G LAN

Dr.MOS is the integrated power stage solution which is optimized for synchronous buck-set down voltage applications! Compared to traditional discrete MOSFETs, it intelligently delivers higher current for each phase, thus providing improved thermal result and superior performance.

Dr. MOS

DDR5 XMP & EXPO Support

Derived from the “built for stable and reliable” designing concept, ASRock does not compromise on any details. This motherboards is built with low-loss materials, enthusiasts are able to enjoy the boost of DDR5 memory overclocking performance by enabling the pre-tested profiles. Make sure the memory modules are Intel^® XMP/AMD EXPO™ capable and overclocking can be made so affordable, satisfying and absolutely no sweat at all.

* There are certain risks involved with memory overclocking and may affect your system’s stability. Please realize that overclocking should be done at your own risk and expense. EXPO/XMP profile support may vary by different system configuration, memory modules and motherboard models. Please refer to Memory QVL for the completed support list.

Reinforced Steel Slot [PCIe 5.0 Version]

Whether you are using headphones, a headset, external or internal speakers, via USB, Wi-Fi, analog output or even HDMI, Nahimic Audio offers you the most engaging listening experience, vibrant and rich with details.

POLYCHROME RGB

This motherboard features onboard RGB headers and an addressable RGB header that allow motherboard to be connected to compatible LED devices such as strip, CPU fans, coolers, chassis and so on. Users may also synchronize RGB LED devices across the Polychrome RGB Sync-certified accessories to create their own unique lighting effects

*The addressable RGB LED header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strip (5V/Data/GND), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V), a max of 80 LEDs and length within 2 meters.
*The RGB LED header supports standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V) and length within 2 meters.

Supports PCI Express 4.0 M.2 SSDs, it is capable of perform twice the speed compared to previous 3rd generation, giving a lightning fast data transferring experience.

Built in eDP Signal Connector

Supports ASRock 13.3” Side Panel kit

An eDP signal connector is built with ASRock selected motherboards and supports two functions simultaneously – power and transmission of digital display signal. The connector reserves the room for upgrading with ASRock’s exclusive 13.3” Side Panel Kit.. The ideal 13.3″ Side Panel size will be perfectly matched standard form factor chassis and users can easily build a LCD display inside the PC, adding a sub-screen for monitoring PC status, or watching videos, doing streaming or working personalized tasks. This whole new concept of customization enables new possibilities for personalizing designs – doubles productivity or entertainment.

*ASRock 13.3” Side Panel kit is not included on motherboard package.

Optical drive or driver DVD is no longer needed! ASRock motherboard already has its Ethernet driver prepacked in BIOS ROM, once finish installing the operation system, simply follow the instructions and allow ADI to download and install all necessary drivers automatically!
Step1: Install Auto Driver Installer
Step2: ADI will automatically download and install all necessary drivers.
Step3: Done!

- Unique Feature
  
  Superb Productivity
  – PCIe Gen5 (Graphics)
  – Dual Channel DDR5
  Rock-Solid Durability
  – 14+1+1 Power Phase, 50A Dr.MOS for VCore+GT
  – Pre-Installed I/O Shield
  Ultrafast Connectivity
  – 2.5G LAN EZ Update
  – ASRock Auto Driver Installer
  EZ Troubleshooter
  – ASRock Post Status Checker
- CPU
  
  – Supports 13^th Gen & 12^th Gen Intel^® Core™ Processors (LGA1700)
  – Supports Intel^® Hybrid Technology
  – Supports Intel^® Turbo Boost Max 3.0 Technology
  – Supports Intel^® Thermal Velocity Boost (TVB)
  – Supports Intel^® Adaptive Boost Technology (ABT)
- Chipset
  
  – Intel^® Z790
- Memory
  
  – Dual Channel DDR5 Memory Technology
  – 4 x DDR5 DIMM Slots
  – Supports DDR5 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 7200+(OC)*
  – Max. capacity of system memory: 192GB
  – Supports Intel^® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 3.0
  
  *1DPC 1R Up to 7200+ MHz (OC), 4800 MHz Natively.
  1DPC 2R Up to 6000+ MHz (OC), 4400 MHz Natively.
  2DPC 1R Up to 5600+ MHz (OC), 4000 MHz Natively.
  2DPC 2R Up to 4800+ MHz (OC), 3600 MHz Natively.
- BIOS
  
  – 128Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support
- Graphics
  
  – Intel^® Xe Graphics Architecture (Gen 12)
  – 1 x eDP 1.4, supports max. resolution up to Full HD 60Hz
  – 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS Compatible, supports HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 4K 60Hz
  
  *Intel^® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated.
- Audio
  
  – 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec)
  – Nahimic Audio
- LAN
  
  – 2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s
  – Dragon RTL8125BG
  – Supports Phantom Gaming LAN Software
  – Smart Auto Adjust Bandwidth Control
  – Visual User Friendly UI
  – Visual Network Usage Statistics
  – Optimized Default Setting for Game, Browser, and Streaming Modes
  – User Customized Priority Control

Slots

CPU:
– 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode*
Chipset:
– 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot (PCIE4), supports x4 mode*
– 3 x PCIe 3.0 x1 Slots (PCIE2, PCIE3 and PCIE5)*
– 1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module and Intel^® CNVio/CNVio2 (Integrated WiFi/BT)- Supports AMD CrossFire™

*Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
Storage

CPU:
– 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
Chipset:
– 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2242/2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
– 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_3, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s & PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) modes*
– 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_4, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
– 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors

*Supports Intel^® Volume Management Device (VMD)
Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
RAID

– Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices
– Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 5 for M.2 NVMe storage devices
USB

– 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Rear)
– 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear)
– 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (Front)
– 9 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (5 Rear, 4 Front)
– 3 x USB 2.0 (1 Rear, 2 Front)

*All USB ports support ESD Protection
Connector

– 1 x eDP Signal Connector
– 1 x SPI TPM Header
– 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header
– 1 x RGB LED Header*
– 3 x Addressable LED Headers**
– 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)***
– 1 x CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)****
– 5 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)*****
– 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector
– 2 x 8 pin 12V Power Connectors (Hi-Density Power Connector)
– 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector
– 1 x Thunderbolt™ AIC Connector (5-pin) (Supports ASRock Thunderbolt™ 4 AIC Card)
– 1 x USB 2.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 2.0 ports)
– 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (Support 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports)
– 1 x Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen1 Header

*Supports in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip

**Support in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip

***CPU_FAN1 supports the fan power up to 1A (12W).
**** CPU_FAN2/WP supports the fan power up to 2A (24W).

*****CHA_FAN1~5/WP support the fan power up to 2A (24W).
CPU_FAN2/WP and CHA_FAN1~5/WP can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use.
Rear Panel I/O

– 2 x Antenna Mounting Points
– 1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port
– 1 x HDMI Port
– 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Port (10 Gb/s)
– 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Port (20 Gb/s)
– 5 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports
– 1 x USB 2.0 Port
– 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port
– HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone
Software and UEFI

Software
– ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning)
– ASRock Phantom Gaming LAN Software
– ASRock Polychrome SYNC*
UEFI
– ASRock EZ Mode
– ASRock Full HD UEFI
– ASRock My Favorites in UEFI
– ASRock Auto Driver Installer
– ASRock Instant Flash
– ASRock Easy RAID Installer

*These utilities can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop.
Accessories

– 1 x User Manual
– 2 x SATA Data Cables
– 5 x Screws for M.2 Sockets
– 1 x Standoff for M.2 Socket
Form Factor

– ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 9.6-in, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm
OS

– Microsoft^® Windows^® 10 64-bit / 11 64-bit

*Windows^® 10 only supports version 21H2 or later
Certifications

– FCC, CE
– ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)

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