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ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEX
ASUS · Motherboard

ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEX

Z790 · LGA1700 · ATX · DDR5

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  • Chipset Z790
  • Form factor ATX
  • Memory slots 2
  • Max memory 64 GB
  • Socket LGA1700
  • Memory type DDR5

ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEX is an ATX and Z790 chipset motherboard for LGA1700 processors and DDR5 memory. It came out in 2022.

Released
2022-10-31
Socket
LGA1700

Specifications

Key specs

Chipset
Z790
Form factor
ATX
Memory slots
2
Max memory
64 GB
Socket
LGA1700
Memory type
DDR5
Released
2022-10-31
Part number
90MB1CF0-M0UAY0

Processor

Processor manufacturer
Intel
Processor socket
LGA 1700
Compatible processor series
Intel® Celeron®, Intel® Core™ i3, Intel® Core™ i5, Intel® Core™ i7, Intel® Core™ i9, Intel® Pentium® Gold
Supported processor sockets
LGA 1700

Memory

Supported memory types
DDR5-SDRAM
Number of memory slots
2
Memory slots type
DIMM
Memory channels
Dual-channel
ECC сompatibility
Non-ECC
Supported memory clock speeds
4800,5000,5200,5400,5600,5800,6000,6200,6400,6600,6800,7000,7200,7400,7600,7800,8000 MHz
Supported memory clock speed (max)
8000 MHz
Maximum internal memory
64 GB
Unbuffered memory
Yes
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Storage controllers

Supported storage drive types
HDD & SSD
Supported storage drive interfaces
M.2, SATA III
RAID support
Yes
RAID levels
0, 1, 5, 10

Graphics

Parallel processing technology support
Not supported

Internal I/O

USB 2.0 connectors
2
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors
2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors
1
Number of SATA III connectors
6
Front panel audio connector
Yes
ATX Power connector (24-pin)
Yes
CPU fan connector
Yes
Number of chassis fan connectors
3
EPS power connector (8-pin)
Yes
Thunderbolt headers
1
12V power connector
Yes
RGB LED pin header
Yes

Rear panel I/O ports

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity
4
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity
5
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports quantity
1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports
1
PS/2 ports quantity
2
HDMI version
1.3
Headphone outputs
1
Line-in
Yes
Microphone in
Yes
S/PDIF out port
Yes
WiFi-AP antenna jack
2

Network

Ethernet LAN
Yes
Ethernet interface type
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Wi-Fi
Yes
Top Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Wi-Fi standards
802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Bluetooth
Yes
Bluetooth version
5.3

Features

Motherboard chipset
Intel Z790
Audio chip
Realtek ALC4080
Audio output channels
7.1 channels
Component for
PC
Motherboard form factor
ATX
Motherboard chipset family
Intel
Power source type
ATX
Windows operating systems supported
Windows 10, Windows 11

Expansion slots

PCI Express x1 (Gen 4.x) slots
1
PCI Express x4 (Gen 4.x) slots
1
PCI Express x16 (Gen 5.x) slots
2
Number of M.2 (M) slots
2

BIOS

BIOS type
UEFI AMI
BIOS memory size
512 Mbit
Clear CMOS button
Yes

Weight & dimensions

Width
305 mm
Depth
244 mm

Other features

BIOS switch button
Yes
Back-to-BIOS button
Yes

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Compatible processors

LGA1700 socket

Compatible memory

DDR5

About this product

A relentless focus on overclocking makes the Maximus Apex Z790 a dream for upper-echelon enthusiasts. Bountiful power delivery and similarly capable cooling stack the odds in your favor for reaching 6 GHz and higher with the latest 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors. PCB trace optimizations allow DDR5 memory to strut timings and frequencies far beyond the capabilities of 4-DIMM-slot designs. A plethora of quality-of-life features and controls afforded by onboard components and software utilities make it all readily accessible for users of all stripes. Get ready for the highest performance numbers... ever.

OVERCLOCKING

ROG Maximus Apex boards are well-known as a record-setting platform for overclocking enthusiasts. From OC-centric components and design choices, to a massive power delivery system, the beast is back to rock new world records in multiple domains. Tuning is now faster and smarter than ever before. ASUS AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration and push the system to its limits. Predicted values can be engaged automatically or used as a launching ground for further experimentation.

ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEX vs similar motherboards

ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEXASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEX ENCOREMSI MPG Z790I EDGE WIFIASUS B760M-AYW WIFI D4
ChipsetZ790Z790Z790B760
Form factorATXATXMini-ITXmATX
Memory slots2222
Max memory64 GB96 GB64 GB64 GB
SocketLGA1700LGA1700LGA1700LGA1700
Memory typeDDR5DDR5DDR5DDR5
Released2022202320222026

Questions about the ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEX

What are the main specs of the ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEX?

Z790, LGA1700, ATX, DDR5, 2 RAM slots.

Which chipset does the ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEX use?

Z790.

What form factor is the ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEX?

ATX.

Which socket does the ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEX use?

LGA1700.

When did the ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEX come out?

It was released in 2022/10 (ASUS).

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