The TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI incorporates all the essential elements of the latest Intel® processors and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. With military-quality components, an improved power supply solution and a comprehensive cooling system, this motherboard exceeds all expectations and offers a rock solid performance for marathon gaming. TUF GAMING boards are also subjected to rigorous endurance tests to ensure that they can withstand conditions where others may fail. Aesthetically, this model comes with an embossed name plate and geometric design elements that reflect the reliability and stability of the TUF GAMING series.OVERVIEW OF INTELLIGENTCONTROL SPECIFICATIONSThe TUF GAMING Z790 boards offer flexible tools to optimize every aspect of your system and to adapt the performance optimally to your playing style.AI cooling IIMatch the temperatures and noise levels of each build with a single click. An ASUS exclusive algorithm suppresses unnecessary noise while performing a quick stress test, and then monitors the CPU temperatures, in order to dynamically adjust the fans to optimum speeds.POWER-SAVINGAll-round energy efficiencyThe power-saving feature includes several settings that make it easy to optimize power consumption and maximize energy savings. You can activate a CPU power limiter, darken the Aura lighting, and set the fan profile to a power save mode. You can also switch the power-saving plan that is built into Microsoft Windows.UEFI BIOSThe renowned Asus UEFI BIOS provides everything WAS you need to configure, optimize and tune your system. It offers intelligently simplified options for PC craft beginners and comprehensive functions for experienced veterans.Advanced modeAdvanced tuning for passionate TweakerAn intuitive advanced mode, offered via the UEFI, lets you take full control. A built-in search feature makes it easy to find options and various advanced features allow you to make smart adjustments so you can adjust the performance exactly as you want it.Search functionFind the option or setting you need quickly and easily.Asus user profileTransfer configuration settings between different BIOS versions or share them with friends.EZ modeFast and easy setupEZ Mode displays important settings and statistics, and provides guided wizards, drag-and-drop functions, and the ability to take important settings with a single click - so you can get your system up and running in no time at all.Intuitive graphical fan controlFine tuning of individual fan settings is carried out simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.Aura on/off mode (Stealth)Activate or deactivate the Aura RGB lighting or each LED on board to improve aesthetics.Armoury CratThe ASUS-exclusive Armoury Crate software centralizes control over all supported gaming products. By means of a single intuitive interface you can adjust the RGB-lighting for all compatible devices and connect them with Aura Sync for a uniform lighting. It also displays information from a growing hardware ecosystem and gives you control over it. Armoury Crate also enables easy product registration and offers a news section to keep you up to date with the gaming community.UNWAVERING PERFORMANCEWith improved power supply and full cooling options for the latest Intel CPUs, plus support for DDR5 memory and PCIe® 4.0 memory, the TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI is the perfect foundation for your next Intel Battle Rig.Power DESIGNDriver and MOSFETDrMOS Power stageThe 16+1 Power Stages are each designed for 60 amps and combine high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers in a single enclosure to provide performance, efficiency and stable performance for all compatible Intel processors.Multi-layered PCB (PCB)Six-layer printed circuit board designThe multi-layer board design quickly dissipates the heat around the voltage regulators to improve the overall stability of the system and give the CPU more over-clocking room.Power connector8+8 PIN ProCool power connectionCompared to conventional power connectors, the Asus ProCool sockets are built to strict specifications to ensure complete contact with the power cables of the power supply. The resulting lower impedance helps to avoid hotspots and connection problems.System stabilityTUF componentsTUF coilsCertified military-quality TUF coils provide the CPU with rock-solid performance and improve system stability.TUF capacitorsThe black TUF 5K metal capacitors offer 52% greater temperature tolerance and 2.5 times longer life than standard board capacitors.ControllerDigi+ VRMThe integrated Digi+ voltage controller module (VRM) is one of the best in the industry, optimized for an extremely uniform and clean power supply to the CPU at all times.STORAGE & DRIVESDRAM overclocking performanceUnleash DDR5 with AEMP II.Asus Enhanced Memory Profile II is an exclusive firmware feature for PMIC-restrictive memory modules. AEMP II is based on the ability of a CPU and a memory module to train the memory chips of your kit and offers an optimized clock rate, which can release the performance easily. A flexible training method makes it easy to not only optimize the memory beyond the basic settings, but also maintain the stability of the system, whether you get the best out of an entry-level module or prepare a high-speed kit for the ultimate performance.Results may vary depending on the capabilities of your CPU and memory modules.The comparison table is based on a test with an Intel i9-13900K processor and 2x16 GB SK Hynix DDR5-4800 non-ECC UDIMMs model HMCG78MEBU081NPlease ensure that all memory modules come from a single validated kit. Do not combine DIMMs from multiple kits, even if they are the same brand and model. If you mix and match DIMMs, booting may fail and compatibility cannot be guaranteed.Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimal compatibility, Asus recommend installing memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C) from the same manufacturer. Check with your dealer for the correct memory modules.PCIe® 4.0 M.2PCIe® 4.0 supportThe four PCIe® 4.0 M.2 slots support up to two 22110 devices and also provide support for NVMe SSD RAID for incredible performance potential. Create a RAID configuration with up to four PCIe 4.0 storage devices to benefit from the fastest data transfer speeds.COOLINGCooler by designThe TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI has an enlarged VRM heat sink, while three M.2 slots and the PCH have heatsinks that provide a perfect balance between the ground and surface for heat dissipation.Comprehensive fan controlTUF GAMING Z790 motherboards have a comprehensive fan controller that can be configured via the Fan Xpert 4 utility in Armoury Crate or via the award-winning Asus UEFI BIOS.CONNECTIVITYThe TUF-GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI with the latest version of PCI Express achieves new heights of performance potential, while an arsenal of USB ports includes three type C connections and Thunderbolt 4 further increases compatibility and bandwidth.SIMPLE PC-DIYThe TUF GAMING line offers a simple setup for all PC builders. The TUF GAMING Alliance ecosystem provides compatibility, while the Armoury Crate Fan Xpert 4 provides hardware info, two-way AI noise cancellation, RGB options, and peripheral settings. This platform has intuitive tools to help you build and optimize dream rigs.TUF GAMING ALLIANCEAssemble with confidenceThe TUF GAMING Alliance is a collaboration between Asus and trusted PC component brands to ensure compatibility of a wide range of parts such as PC chassis, power supplies, CPU coolers, memory kits and more. With new partnerships and components that are regularly added, the TUF Gaming Alliance will become even stronger.TUF PROTECTIONSafeSlot & SafeDIMMSafeSlot is a reinforced metal casing that is added to a PCIe® slot to secure a card. Since PCIe® 5.0 is twice as fast as PCIe® 4.0, Asus has improved SMT manufacturing processes for the faster SafeSlot – all to ensure that users get the highest possible data speeds. In addition, the Asus SafeDIMM covers support and protect memory modules on selected ASUS motherboards and enable you to use modules quickly, precisely and safely.ESD-protection devicesESD protection devices extend the life of components and prevent damage from electrostatic discharge. They provide protection for air discharges up to +/- 10 kV and contact discharges up to +/- 6 kV, exceeding the corresponding industry standards of +/- 6 kV and +/- 4 kV. Surface-mounted TVS diodes in a dual inline housing protect your PC from voltage spikes.USB portsAdditional ESD transient voltage protection in the circuitTUF LANguardTUF LANguard is a military-standard innovation that integrates advanced signal coupling technology and high-quality surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput and protect the motherboard from lightning and static discharge.*ESD result is obtained by individual LANguard.Rear connection panel made of stainless steelTUF GAMING boards have a corrosion-resistant stainless steel cover for the back connectors, which is coated with chrome oxide and has a three times longer life span than conventional panels. With this protection function, the TUF GAMING mainboards have passed the 72-hour salt fog test, while other brands have passed only a 24-hour test.SIMPLE CONFIGURATIONPCIe® Q-releaseA physical button unlocks the first PCIe® slot security latch with a tap of your finger, WAS makes it much easier to remove a PCIe® card from the motherboard when it's time to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device.M.2 Q latchThe innovative Q-latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for special tools. The design uses a simple locking mechanism to secure the M.2-SSD, so screws are needed.Removable captive screwsSpecialized M.2 slot screws reduce the risk of dropping or losing a screw anywhere in your enclosure when you remove the M.2 heat sink.Q-LEDWith the integrated Q-LED troubleshooting lights, PC farmers can quickly determine if the most important components - CPU, memory, graphics card, drives - are functioning normally during start-up.IMMERSIVE GAMINGThe TUF GAMING Z790 motherboards offer a feature-rich high-performance gaming package with ultra-fast networks for smooth online game play, first-class audio with position information for FPS gaming and integrated RGB lighting, which synchronizes itself with the connected devices in order to personalize your gaming atmosphere.NETWORKWi-Fi 6EThe integrated Wi-Fi 6E technology uses the newly available radio spectrum in the 6 GHz band. It offers ultra-fast wireless network speeds and improved capacity and better performance in dense wireless environments.**Wi-Fi 6E availability and functionality depend on legal restrictions and co-existence with 5 GHz Wi-Fi.The Wi-Fi antenna has a four-way positioning for better signal reception and a magnetic base that can be used to attach the antenna to the top or side of a PC chassis.My ASUSMyASUS offers a variety of support features to help you contact customer service, troubleshoot problems, and optimize product performance. You can also use MyASUS to activate the Wi-Fi SmartConnect function in order to automatically connect to the WLAN router with the best signal.Intel 2.5 GB EthernetIntegrated 2.5-Gbit Ethernet improves your LAN connection by up to 2.5-times the bandwidth. If you use your existing LAN cable, you can take advantage of this network upgrade to reduce delays, experience smoother high-resolution video streams and enjoy faster file transfers.AI-NOISE-CANCELINGTwo-way AI-noise-cancelingThis powerful, ASUS-exclusive utility uses an extensive deep-learning database to reduce background noise from the microphone* and incoming audio signals while maintaining the voices. Disturbing keyboard chatter, mouse clicks and other ambient noises are damped, so that you can hear and be heard with excellent clarity while playing or telephoning.*If you are using a 3.5 mm headset, an audio splitter (3.5 mm audio jack Y cable) is required.AUDIORealtek 7.1 channel audioS1220A codecThe TUF GAMING Z790 series uses an audio codec that was developed in close cooperation with Realtek - the Realtek S1220A. With an unprecedented signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of 120 dB for the stereo line-out and 113 dB SNR for the line-in it offers an undistorted audio quality. In addition, an impedance detection switch automatically adjusts the gain to ensure an optimal volume range for your headphones.Better audio effectsDTS audio processingDTS® Audio Processing improves the sound experience of gaming headsets and speakers by reducing distortion and delivering deeper bass to make games, movies and music sound better. You can also use it to adjust the audio settings.LIGHTLight EffectsOUTSHINE THE COMPETITIONA well-tuned system deserves a suitable aesthetic. The TUF GAMING Z790 series features edge lighting to enhance the rugged look, and Asus Aura provides full RGB control with pre-settings for built-in LEDs and third-party stripes. All this can be synchronized with a constantly growing portfolio of Aura-compatible hardware.Gen 2 RGB headerAddressable Gen 2 RGB headerThree addressable Gen 2 RGB headers support up to 500 LEDs on Gen 2 RGB devices and allow Aura Sync to automatically adjust the lighting effects throughout your entire system. The new headers also offer full backwards compatibility with existing Aura Sync devices.
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