ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BTF

Z790 · LGA1700 · ATX · DDR5

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Chipset Z790
Form factor ATX
Memory slots 4
Max memory 192 GB
Socket LGA1700
Memory type DDR5

ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BTF is an ATX and Z790 chipset motherboard for LGA1700 processors and DDR5 memory. It came out in 2024.

Released: 2024-03-04
Socket: LGA1700

Specifications

Key specs

Chipset: Z790
Form factor: ATX
Memory slots: 4
Max memory: 192 GB
Socket: LGA1700
Memory type: DDR5
Released: 2024-03-04
Part number: 90MB1H50-M0EAY0
EAN / UPC: 4711387523803

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: 4
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: 192 GB
Unbuffered memory: Yes

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Storage controllers

Supported storage drive types: HDD & SSD
Supported storage drive interfaces: M.2, SATA III
Number of HDDs supported: 4
Number of storage drives supported: 9
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 2x2 connectors: 1
Number of SATA III connectors: 4
Front panel audio connector: Yes
ATX Power connector (24-pin): Yes
CPU fan connector: Yes
Number of chassis fan connectors: 4
EPS power connector (8-pin): Yes
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 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity: 1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 1
HDMI ports quantity: 1
HDMI version: 2.1
Headphone outputs: 1
Line-in: Yes
Microphone in: Yes
S/PDIF out port: Yes
Thunderbolt ports quantity: 2
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 7 (802.11be)
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), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Bluetooth: Yes
Bluetooth version: 5.4

Features

Motherboard chipset: Intel Z790
Audio chip: Realtek ALC4082
Audio output channels: 7.1 channels
Product colour: Black
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 x4 (Gen 4.x) slots: 1
PCI Express x16 (Gen 5.x) slots: 1
Number of M.2 (M) slots: 5

BIOS

BIOS type: UEFI AMI
BIOS memory size: 256 Mbit
Clear CMOS button: Yes

Weight & dimensions

Width: 305 mm
Depth: 244 mm

Other features

Back-to-BIOS button: Yes

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Compatible processors

LGA1700 socket

Intel Core i5-124006 cores · 12 threads
Intel Core i5-14400F10 cores · 16 threads
Intel Core i3-12100F4 cores · 8 threads
Intel Core i5-13400F10 cores · 16 threads
Intel Core i5-14600K14 cores · 20 threads
Intel Core i7-14700K20 cores · 28 threads
Intel Core i9-13900KS24 cores · 32 threads
Intel Core i3-131004 cores · 8 threads

Compatible memory

DDR5

Kingston FURY Beast 32GB (2x16) DDR5-6000 CL3632 GB (2x16) · DDR5
ADATA XPG Lancer RGB 32GB (2x16) DDR5-6000 CL3032 GB (2x16) · DDR5
Klevv Urbane V RGB32 GB (2x16) · DDR5
Klevv 32GB (2X16GB) 6000MHz CL28 DDR5 GAMING RAM MODULE 28-36-36-76 1.4V CRAS V RGB WHITE KIT32 GB (2x16) · DDR5
Klevv Bolt V32 GB (2x16) · DDR5
Klevv Fit V16 GB (1x16) · DDR5
Kingston 16GB 5600MT/s DDR5 CL40 DIMM FURY Beast White XMP16 GB (1x16) · DDR5
VeloxStor 7011-DDR, 16 GB, DDR5, 4800 MT/s, 288-pin UDIMM16 GB (1x16) · DDR5

About this product

ROG Maximus Z790 Hero BTF is the first ROG motherboard with a hidden-connector design and graphics card high-power slot that delivers up to 600 watts of power for BTF graphics cards through the motherboard, providing an unprecedented level of cable management to PC DIY enthusiasts. It also boasts robust cooling, WiFi 7 and ample PCIe® 5.0 slots for unmatched performance, plus full compatibility with 14th Gen Intel® Core™ processors.

ADVANCED BTF DESIGN

With the combination of a BTF graphics card, motherboard and chassis, you can enjoy a full hidden-connector experience. This Advanced BTF approach is achieved through the new graphics card high-power slot available on BTF motherboards, which can deliver up to 600 watts to BTF graphics cards. With a full set of BTF components, builders can eliminate visible cables for an extra-clean aesthetic.

DIY-FRIENDLY FEATURES PCIE® SLOT Q-RELEASE SLIM

With PCIe® Slot Q-Release Slim, simply tilt the card toward the latching mechanism to automatically unlock it from the PCIe slot. This makes upgrades and maintenance easier than ever before.

User manual (PDF)

ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BTF vs similar motherboards

	ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO BTF	ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-PLUS WiFi (ATX)	ASUS Z790-AYW WIFI W II	ASUS Z790 GAMING WIFI7
Chipset	Z790	Z790	Z790	Z790
Form factor	ATX	ATX	ATX	ATX
Memory slots	4	4	4	4
Max memory	192 GB	192 GB	192 GB	192 GB
Socket	LGA1700	LGA1700	LGA1700	LGA1700
Memory type	DDR5	DDR5	DDR5	DDR5
Released	2024	—	2025	2025