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product_id: 490365741
title: "Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX motherboard Intel Z790 LGA 1700 ATX"
brand: "gigabyte"
price: "R8001"
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# 16+1+2 Phase VRM Power 4x PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Slots Wi-Fi 6E & 2.5 GbE LAN Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX motherboard Intel Z790 LGA 1700 ATX

**Brand:** gigabyte
**Price:** R8001
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your rig with elite power and speed — don’t get left behind!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX motherboard Intel Z790 LGA 1700 ATX by gigabyte
- **How much does it cost?** R8001 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- gigabyte enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted gigabyte brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Powerhouse VRM Design:** Twin 16+1+2 digital power phases deliver rock-solid stability under heavy workloads.
- • **Next-Gen Storage Ready:** Four PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 connectors for blazing-fast SSD setups and future-proof expandability.
- • **Cutting-Edge Connectivity:** Integrated Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5 GbE LAN ensure lightning-fast, low-latency network performance.
- • **DDR5 Dual Channel Support:** Up to 128GB DDR5 RAM at 7600 MHz with XMP 3.0 for ultra-responsive multitasking.
- • **Advanced Thermal Solutions:** M.2 Thermal Guard III and optimized VRM cooling keep your system cool and stable during intense sessions.

## Overview

The Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX is a high-performance ATX motherboard designed for Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen processors. Featuring a robust 16+1+2 phase digital VRM, support for ultra-fast DDR5 memory up to 128GB at 7600 MHz, and four PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slots, it delivers exceptional speed and expandability. Advanced thermal design and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity ensure stable, cutting-edge performance for gamers, creators, and professionals seeking future-ready reliability.

## Description

Elevate your computing experience with GIGABYTE's renowned motherboard series: AORUS, AERO, and GIGABYTE. Featuring innovative designs and advanced features, these boards offer exceptional performance and reliability. Whether you're a gamer, content creator, or professional, our series cater to your needs, ensuring uncompromising quality and cutting-edge technology.

Review: La carte fonctionne très bien et semble stable pour l’instant . Je recommande ce produit de très bonne qualité .
Review: Adquirí la GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS Elite AX y estoy encantado con su rendimiento y facilidad de uso. Una de las características que más me sorprendió es la aplicación integrada para la actualización de drivers, que simplifica enormemente el proceso y mantiene mi sistema siempre al día. Desde que la instalé, he notado una mejora significativa en la velocidad y estabilidad de mi PC. La placa base cuenta con un diseño de energía digital de 16+1+2 fases, lo que garantiza una entrega de energía eficiente y estable, incluso bajo cargas de trabajo intensas . Además, ofrece soporte para procesadores Intel® Core™ de 14ª, 13ª y 12ª generación, memoria DDR5 de doble canal y múltiples ranuras M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4, lo que proporciona una gran flexibilidad para futuras actualizaciones . La conectividad también es destacable, con soporte para Wi-Fi 6E y LAN de 2.5 GbE, asegurando conexiones rápidas y estables .

## Features

- Intel Socket LGA 1700: Support 13th and 12th Gen Series Processors.
- Unparalleled Performance: Twin 16+1+2 Phases Digital VRM Solution.
- Dual Channel DDR5: 4 x SMD DIMMs with XMP 3.0 Memory Module Support.
- Next Generation Storage: 4 x PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Connectors.
- Advanced Thermal Design and M.2 Thermal Guard III: To Ensure VRM Power Stability and M.2 SSD Performance.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BH28M64J |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Best Sellers Rank | #64,920 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #543 in Motherboards |
| Brand | Gigabyte |
| Color | Black |
| Computer Memory Type | DIMM |
| Connectivity Type | Wi-Fi |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (544) |
| Date First Available | 11 November 2022 |
| Form Factor | ATX Form Factor |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| Item Weight | 1.5 Kilograms |
| Item model number | Z790 AORUS ELITE AX |
| Lithium Battery Packaging | Batteries contained in equipment |
| Lithium Battery Weight | 0.07 Grams |
| Manufacturer | China |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 128 GB |
| Memory Clock Speed | 7600 MHz |
| Memory Technology | DDR5 |
| Number of HDMI Ports | 1 |
| Number of Lithium Metal Cells | 1 |
| Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 4 |
| Processor Brand | Gigabyte |
| Processor Socket | LGA 1700 |
| Processor Type | Celeron |
| Product Dimensions | 24.4 x 30.5 x 3.5 cm; 1.5 kg |
| Series | GIGABYTE Z790 Aorus Elite |
| Wireless Type | 802.11a |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Gigabyte
- **CPU socket:** LGA 1700
- **Compatible devices:** Personal Computer
- **Compatible processors:** Intel Celeron,Intel Core i3,Intel Core i5,Intel Core i7,Intel Core i9,Intel Pentium Gold
- **Ram memory technology:** DDR5

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by B***T on 17 November 2025*

La carte fonctionne très bien et semble stable pour l’instant . Je recommande ce produit de très bonne qualité .

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by T***N on 24 May 2025*

Adquirí la GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS Elite AX y estoy encantado con su rendimiento y facilidad de uso. Una de las características que más me sorprendió es la aplicación integrada para la actualización de drivers, que simplifica enormemente el proceso y mantiene mi sistema siempre al día. Desde que la instalé, he notado una mejora significativa en la velocidad y estabilidad de mi PC. La placa base cuenta con un diseño de energía digital de 16+1+2 fases, lo que garantiza una entrega de energía eficiente y estable, incluso bajo cargas de trabajo intensas . Además, ofrece soporte para procesadores Intel® Core™ de 14ª, 13ª y 12ª generación, memoria DDR5 de doble canal y múltiples ranuras M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4, lo que proporciona una gran flexibilidad para futuras actualizaciones . La conectividad también es destacable, con soporte para Wi-Fi 6E y LAN de 2.5 GbE, asegurando conexiones rápidas y estables .

### ⭐⭐ Review
*by S***U on 16 April 2023*

Opis produktu na stronie amazon.pl nie prawidłowy według opisu miała to być płyta z790 ddr4 a przyszła ddr5

## Frequently Bought Together

- GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS Elite AX 1.0 Intel LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard, 4X DDR5~128GB, 3X PCI-E x16, 4X M.2, 6X SATA, 5X USB 3.2, 1x USB-C, 4X USB 2.0
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