GIGABYTE Z790 D AX (rev. 1.0) ATX Motherboard
The GIGABYTE Z790 D AX (rev. 1.0) motherboard delivers a solid platform for Intel Core 14th, 13th, and 12th Gen processors, combining high-speed DDR5 support, next-generation storage, robust power delivery, and advanced connectivity.
Key Features
- CPU Support
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Supports Intel Core 14th / 13th / 12th Gen, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors (LGA1700)
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Unparalleled Performance
- Twin 12 x +1+1 phases digital VRM solution
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Designed for stable VRM power delivery
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High-Speed DDR5 Memory
- Dual channel DDR5 with 4 x DIMM slots
- Supports XMP 3.0 memory modules
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DDR5 overclocking up to 7600 MT/s and beyond (CPU dependent)
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Next Generation Storage
- 3 x PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 connectors
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RAID 0/1/5/10 support for both NVMe and SATA storage
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Advanced Thermal Design
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M.2 Thermal Guard to help maintain VRM stability and M.2 SSD performance
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EZ-Latch PCIe Slot
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PCIe 4.0 x16 slot with quick release design for easier graphics card removal
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Fast Networking
- 2.5GbE LAN
- Intel Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax with 2.4/5/6 GHz band support
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Bluetooth 5.3
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Extended Connectivity
- DisplayPort & HDMI
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Rear USB-C 10Gb/s
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Smart Fan 6 Cooling
- Multiple temperature sensors
- Hybrid PWM/DC fan headers with FAN STOP functionality
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Extensive fan curve customization in BIOS
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Q-Flash Plus
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Update BIOS without installing CPU, memory, or graphics card
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Durable Performance
- GIGABYTE Ultra Durable design with selected components
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Digital VRM design focused on stability and reliability
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Hi-Fi Audio
- High-end audio capacitors
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Audio Noise Guard PCB design separation
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User-Friendly Design
- Innovative hardware, software, and BIOS interface for easier setup and personalization
Networking & Wireless
- 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E
- Dedicated 6 GHz band support
- Wireless speeds up to 2.4 Gbps
- Designed for smoother streaming, better gaming, and fewer dropped connections
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Bluetooth 5 with increased range over BT 4.2 and faster transmission
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2.5GbE LAN
- Realtek 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps)
- Aimed at low-latency, high-speed wired connectivity
PCIe & Storage
- PCIe 5.0 / 4.0 Ready
- PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for next-gen graphics
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PCIe 4.0 M.2 slot support for high-speed SSDs
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M.2 & SATA Storage
- 3 x M.2 connectors (PCIe 4.0 and SATA, CPU & chipset attached)
- 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
- RAID 0/1/5/10 support for NVMe and SATA devices
Smart Fan 6 Cooling Features
- High Current Support
- Fan headers support PWM/DC fans and water cooling pumps
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Up to 24W (12V x 2A) with over-current protection
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Precision Control
- Multiple temperature and fan speed control points for exact fan tuning
- Dual Curve Mode: Slope/Stair to match different usage scenarios
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Fan Stop: Fans can stop completely below user-defined temperatures
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Smart Fan 6 BIOS UI
- Enhanced fan curve control with 7 control points and larger graph
- Slope/Stair dual graph mode
- Manual input for advanced fan speed tuning
- EZ Tuning with 4-point setup for quick curve generation
- Fan Curve Profile stored in BIOS ROM, retained after BIOS updates
Q-Flash Plus – BIOS Update Without CPU
- Connect the 24-pin and 8-pin power supply cables to the motherboard.
- Download the motherboard BIOS file, rename it to “gigabyte.bin”, and save it to a FAT32 USB flash drive. Insert the drive into the Q-FLASH PLUS USB port.
- Press the Q-FLASH PLUS button to start automatic BIOS updating.
UC BIOS & PerfDrive
- Redesigned UC BIOS
- Intuitive UI and UX with a refined visual design
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Quick Access with 9 customizable option slots in Easy Mode
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PerfDrive
- Exclusive BIOS settings to optimize performance according to cooling configuration
Specifications
General
| Category | Details |
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| Form Factor | ATX, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| Chipset | Intel Z790 Express Chipset |
| Supported OS | Windows 11 64-bit, Windows 10 64-bit |
CPU Support
| Detail | Description |
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| Supported CPUs | 14th, 13th, and 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron Processors |
| L3 Cache | Varies with CPU |
Memory
| Detail | Description |
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| Architecture | Dual channel DDR5 |
| Slots | 4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets |
| Max Capacity | Up to 192 GB (48 GB per DIMM) |
| 14th & 13th Gen Core i9/i7 | DDR5 7600(O.C.) / 7400(O.C.) / 7200(O.C.) / 7000(O.C.) / 6800(O.C.) / 6600(O.C.) / 6400(O.C.) / 6200(O.C.) / 6000(O.C.) / 5800(O.C.) / 5600 / 5400 / 5200 / 4800 / 4400 MT/s |
| 13th Gen Core i5/i3 & 12th Gen Core/Pentium Gold/Celeron | DDR5 4800 / 4400 MT/s |
| ECC Support | ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 (operate in non-ECC mode) |
| Non-ECC Support | Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 |
| XMP Support | Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules |
Onboard Graphics
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Intel HD Graphics (CPU dependent) |
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI, max 4096x2160@60 Hz |
| DisplayPort | 1 x DisplayPort, max 4096x2304@60 Hz |
Audio
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Codec | Realtek Audio CODEC |
| Audio Channels | 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel (7.1 via audio software settings) |
| Output | Support for S/PDIF Out |
| Design | High-end audio capacitors, Audio Noise Guard |
LAN & Wireless
| Detail | Description |
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| LAN | Realtek 2.5GbE LAN (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps) |
| Wireless | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (PCB rev. 1.0) |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz (a/b/g/n/ac/ax) |
| Wireless Standard | 11ax 160 MHz support |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
Expansion Slots
| Source | Slots |
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| CPU | 1 x PCI Express x16 (PCIEX16), PCIe 5.0, runs at x16 |
| Chipset | 1 x PCI Express x16 (PCIEX4), PCIe 4.0, runs at x4 |
| Chipset | 1 x PCI Express x16 (PCIEX1_4), PCIe 3.0, runs at x1 |
| Chipset | 2 x PCI Express x1 (PCIEX1_2, PCIEX1_3), PCIe 3.0, run at x1 |
Storage
| Source | Connectors |
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| CPU | 1 x M.2 (M2A_CPU, Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280, PCIe 4.0 x4/x2) |
| Chipset | 1 x M.2 (M2P_SB, Socket 3, M key, type 2280, PCIe 4.0 x4/x2) |
| Chipset | 1 x M.2 (M2M_SB, Socket 3, M key, type 2280, SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2) |
| Chipset | 4 x SATA 6Gb/s |
RAID Support
- NVMe SSD: RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
- SATA: RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
USB Connectivity
| Controller | Ports |
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| Chipset (Back) | 1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2), 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (red), 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 |
| Chipset (Internal) | 1 x USB-C header (USB 3.2 Gen 1), 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header (2 ports), 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers (4 ports via hub) |
Internal I/O Connectors
- 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
- 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
- 1 x CPU fan header
- 1 x CPU fan/water cooling pump header
- 3 x system fan headers
- 1 x system fan/water cooling pump header
- 2 x addressable LED strip headers
- 3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
- 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
- 1 x front panel header
- 1 x front panel audio header
- 1 x S/PDIF Out header
- 1 x USB Type-C header (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
- 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
- 2 x Thunderbolt add-in card connectors
- 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (GC-TPM2.0 SPI series)
- 1 x reset button
- 1 x Q-Flash Plus button
- 1 x reset jumper
- 1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Back Panel Connectors
- 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
- 1 x USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (red)
- 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
- 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
- 2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)
- 1 x HDMI port
- 1 x DisplayPort
- 1 x RJ-45 LAN port
- 3 x audio jacks
I/O Controller & Monitoring
- iTE I/O Controller chip
- Voltage, temperature, fan speed, and water cooling flow rate detection
- Fan fail warning and fan speed control
BIOS
- 1 x 256 Mbit flash
- AMI UEFI BIOS
- Supports PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Software & Unique Features
- GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC) support
- Q-Flash & Q-Flash Plus
- Smart Backup
- Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
- LAN bandwidth management software
The GIGABYTE Z790 D AX (rev. 1.0) delivers a feature-rich, DDR5-ready Intel platform with strong power delivery, high-speed storage, advanced cooling controls, and extensive connectivity for modern PC builds.
