ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-PLUS

The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-PLUS, released in October 2022, is a robust and feature-rich motherboard designed for Intel CPUs, particularly those using th
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The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-PLUS, released in October 2022, is a robust and feature-rich motherboard designed for Intel CPUs, particularly those using the LGA1700 socket. This ATX motherboard is tailored for gamers and power users who demand high performance, extensive connectivity options, and durable build quality.

Key features of the ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-PLUS include:

  • Product Type: Intel CPU motherboard
  • CPU Socket: Intel LGA1700
  • Chipset: Intel Z790
  • Power Phase Design: 16+1 power phases, each delivering 60A for stable and efficient power delivery
  • Form Factor: ATX (30.5 x 24.4 cm)

Memory Support:

  • Type: DDR4
  • Speed: Up to 5333MHz (PC4-42600)
  • Slots: 4 DIMM slots
  • Channel: Dual-channel memory architecture
  • Maximum Capacity: 128GB
  • XMP: Supported for enhanced memory performance

Expansion Slots:

  • PCIe Slots:
    • One PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
    • One PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (running at x4)
    • One PCIe 4.0 x4 slot
    • Two PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
  • Multi-GPU Support: Not explicitly stated, but typically supports various multi-GPU configurations

Storage Options:

  • M.2 Slots: Four M.2 slots supporting PCIe 4.0, NVMe, and SATA interfaces, with form factors 2242, 2260, 2280, and 22110
  • SATA Ports: Four SATA3 (6Gb/s) ports
  • RAID Support: NVMe and SATA RAID configurations

Graphics Output:

  • HDMI: Yes
  • DisplayPort: Yes

Rear I/O Ports:

  • USB Ports:
    • One USB 3.x 20Gbps Type-A
    • One USB 3.x 10Gbps Type-C
    • Two USB 3.x 10Gbps Type-A
    • Four USB 3.x 5Gbps Type-A
  • Networking:
    • One Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet port
  • Audio:
    • Realtek S1220A chipset providing 7.1 channel audio
    • S/PDIF output
  • Other Ports:
    • RJ-45, audio jacks

Additional Features:

  • Cooling and Tuning:
    • Comprehensive cooling solutions including power phase heatsinks and M.2 heatsinks
    • Four system fan headers, one USB 4 header, USB 3.0, USB 2.0, and USB 3.1 Type-C headers
  • RGB Lighting:
    • AURA SYNC RGB lighting with customizable LED effects
    • Internal and front panel LED integration
    • Onboard RGB and ARGB headers for additional lighting customization
  • Software and BIOS:
    • UEFI BIOS for intuitive system configuration
    • DrMOS for efficient power delivery

The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-PLUS offers a balanced mix of performance, durability, and extensive connectivity, making it an excellent choice for gamers and PC enthusiasts looking to build a high-performance, future-proof system.