Asus TUF Gaming Z790-PLUS WIFI D4 Socket 1700 Motherboard

TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI D4 takes all the essential elements of the latest Intel® processors and combines them with gaming-ready features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, an improved power solution, and a comprehensive cooling system, this motherboard exceeds expectations with rock-solid performance for marathon gaming. TUF GAMING motherboards also undergo rigorous endurance testing to ensure they can withstand conditions where others may fail. Aesthetically, this model incorporates an embossed nameplate and honeycomb design elements to reflect the reliability and stability that defines the TUF GAMING series.
 
INTELLIGENT CONTROL
The TUF GAMING Z790 motherboard includes flexible tools to fine-tune every aspect of your system, allowing performance settings to expertly match the way you play.
 
AI II Cooling
Balance the temperature and acoustics of any building with a single click. An exclusive ASUS algorithm reduces unnecessary noise while running a quick stress test and then monitors CPU temperatures to dynamically adjust fans to optimal speeds.
 
Comprehensive energy efficiency
The power saving function contains several settings that can easily optimize power consumption and maximize power savings. You can enable a CPU power cap, dim the Aura lighting, and set the fan profile to a power saving mode. You can also toggle the built-in power saving plan in Microsoft Windows.
 
UEFI BIOS
The renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure, modify and tune your system. It offers cleverly simplified options for PC DIY beginners and comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
 
Armory Crate
ASUS-exclusive Armory Crate software centralizes control of all compatible gaming products. A single intuitive interface allows you to customize RGB lighting for all compatible devices and link them to Aura Sync for unified lighting. It also displays information and allows control of a growing hardware ecosystem. Armory Crate also allows for easy product registration and features a news section to keep you in touch with the gaming community.
 
ROCK SOLID PERFORMANCE
With enhanced power delivery and comprehensive cooling options to power the latest Intel CPUs, plus support for DDR4 memory and PCIe 4.0 storage, the TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI D4 is the perfect foundation for your next Intel battle rig.
 
DrMOS power stages
The 16+1 power stages are rated to handle 60 amps, combining high- and low-side MOSFETS and drivers in a single package to deliver power, efficiency, and stable performance for all compatible Intel processors.
 
ProCool 8+4 pin power connectors
Compared to most power inputs, ASUS ProCool connectors are designed to strict specifications to ensure full contact with the power cables of the power supply. The resulting lower impedance helps prevent hotspots and connector failures.

DRAM overclocking performance
Improvements in trace routing design give the latest Intel processors better access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal paths across different PCB layers to reduce path distance and adds buffer zones that significantly reduce crosstalk.
 
PCIe 4.0 support
The four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots support up to two 22110 devices and also provide NVMe SSD RAID support for incredible performance potential. Create a RAID configuration with up to four PCIe 4.0 storage devices for the fastest data transfer speeds.
 
Cooler by design
The TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI D4 is armed with an enlarged VRM heatsink, while three M.2 slots and the PCH feature heatsinks that provide the perfect balance between mass and surface area for heat dissipation.
 
Connectivity
The TUF-GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI D4 reaches new heights of performance potential with the latest version of PCI Express, while an arsenal of USB ports includes three Type-C connections, and Thunderbolt 4 further expands compatibility and bandwidth. band.
 
SafeSlot and SafeDIMM
SafeSlot is a reinforced metal sleeve that is added to a PCIe slot to keep a card firmly installed. Because PCIe 5.0 is twice as fast as PCIe 4.0, ASUS improved SMT manufacturing processes for the faster SafeSlot, all to ensure users get the highest possible data speeds. Additionally, the ASUS SafeDIMM sleeve is added to support and protect memory modules on select ASUS motherboards, allowing you to insert modules with speed, precision, and confidence.
 
2.5GB Ethernet
The integrated 2.5Gb Ethernet connection improves your LAN connection by improving bandwidth speeds by up to 2.5 times. Using your existing LAN cable, you can take advantage of this network upgrade to reduce lag, experience smoother high-resolution video streams, and enjoy faster file transfers.
 
Realtek 7.1 channel audio
The TUF GAMING Z790 series uses an audio codec designed in close collaboration with Realtek: the Realtek S1220A. It features an unprecedented 120 dB signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) for the stereo line output and 113 dB SNR for the line input, delivering pristine audio quality. Additionally, an impedance sensing circuit automatically adjusts gain to ensure an optimal volume range for your headphones.

Specifications

CPU
- Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors & 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors
- Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
Chipset
- Intel® Z790 Chipset
Memory
- 4 x DIMMs, Max. 128GB, DDR4 5333(OC) / 5133(OC) / 5066(OC) / 5000(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4700(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4500(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4266( OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3400(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3200 /3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 /2400 / 2133 Non-ECC, Unbuffered Memory
- Dual Channel Memory Architecture
- Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
- OptiMem II
Graphics
- 1 x DisplayPort
- 1 x HDMI® port
Expansion slots
- Intel® 13th & 12th Gen Processors
- 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
- Intel® Z790 Chipset
- 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
- 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 slot
- 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
Storage
- Total supports 4 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
- Intel® 13th & 12th Gen Processors
- M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110
- Intel® 13th & 12th Gen processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode
- Intel® Z790 Chipset
- M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
- M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes)
- 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Ethernet
- 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet
- TUF LANGuard
Wireless & Bluetooth
- Wi-Fi 6
- 2x2 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
- Supports 2.4/5GHz frequency band
- Bluetooth® v5.2
USB
- Rear USB (Total 8 ports)
   1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (1 x USB Type-C®)
   3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (2 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
   4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A)
- Front USB (Total 7 ports)
   1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (supports USB Type-C®)
   1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
   2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
Audio
- Realtek S1220A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC
   Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
   Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers
   Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
   High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in)
   Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback*"
- Audio Features
   Audio Shielding
   Rear optical S/PDIF out port
   Premium audio capacitors
   Dedicated audio PCB layers
   Audio Cover
Rear panel I/O ports
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (1 x USB Type-C®)
- 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (2 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
- 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A)
- 1 x DisplayPort
- 1 x HDMI® port
- 1 x Wi-Fi Module
- 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet port
- 5 x Audio jacks
- 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port
Internal I/O connectors
- Fan and Cooling related
   1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
   1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
   1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
   4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
- Power related
   1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
   1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector
   1 x 4-pin +12V Power connector
- Storage related
   4 x M.2 slots (Key M)
   4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
- USB
   1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (supports USB Type-C®)
   1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
   2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
- Miscellaneous
   3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
   1 x Aura RGB header
   1 x Clear CMOS header
   1 x COM Port header
   1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP)
   1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function
   1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header
- Fan and Cooling related
   1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
   1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
   1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
   4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
- Power related
   1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
   1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector
   1 x 4-pin +12V Power connector
-Storage related
   4 x M.2 slots (Key M)
   4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Accessories
- Cables
   2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
- Miscellaneous
   1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna
   1 x TUF GAMING sticker
   2 x M.2 Rubber Packages
   1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD
- Documentation
   1 x TUF Certification card
   1 x User guide
OS
- Windows® 11, Windows® 10 64-bit
Form factor
-ATX Form Factor
- 12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)