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ASUS TUF GAMING Z790-PRO WIFI
The ASUS TUF GAMING Z790-PRO WIFI lands as a entry-level motherboard, built around Z790.
54/100
Z790LGA 170016+1ATXDDR52x 8-pin
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Why we rate it
- XMP / EXPO support
- VRM heatsink
- Front USB-C header
- Above-average m.2 slots (total)
- Below-average max ram
Score profile
Scored against the motherboards classWhere the ASUS TUF GAMING Z790-PRO WIFI wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Platform
SocketLGA 1700
ChipsetZ790
Form factorATX
Supported CPU generationsIntel Core 14th Gen, 13th Gen, 12th Gen
Memory
RAM typeDDR5
RAM slots4
Max RAM128 GB
XMP / EXPO supportYes
Power delivery
VRM phases16
CPU power connectors2
VRM heatsinkYes
Expansion slots
PCIe 5.0 x16 slots1
M.2 slots (total)5
M.2 PCIe 5.0 slots2
M.2 heatsinks2
SATA ports4
Rear I/O
USB4 / Thunderbolt 41
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gb/s)1
Rear USB-C1
HDMI1
DisplayPort1
Internal headers
Front USB-C headerYes
Front USB-C generationGen 2x2 (20 Gb/s)
Front audio headerYes
Networking
Ethernet2.5
Ethernet ports1
Ethernet controllerIntel 2.5 Gb Ethernet
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.3
Audio
Audio codecRealtek ALC4080
Audio channels7.1
Features
BIOS flashbackYes
Debug LED / postcode displayYes
RGB / ARGB headers2
Fan headers7
Onboard RGB lightingYes
More specs
M2 slots5
USB c ports2
PCIE 5 count1
Ethernet gbps2.5
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowASUS TUF GAMING Z790-PRO WIFI vs ASUS ASUS ROG Strix X870-F Gaming WiFi
ASUS TUF GAMING Z790-PRO WIFIASUS ROG Strix X870-F Gaming WiFi
| ASUSASUS TUF GAMING Z790-PRO WIFIThis page | ASUSASUS ROG Strix X870-F Gaming WiFi | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54 /100 | 58 /100Better |
| Chipset | Z790 | X870 |
| Socket | LGA 1700 | AM5 |
| Form factor | ATX | ATX |
| RAM slots | 4 | 4 |
| M2 slots total | 5Better | 4 |
Who it's for
Is the ASUS TUF GAMING Z790-PRO WIFI right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable motherboard for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need flagship-tier performance, in which case a higher-tier motherboard is the better call.
Performance builder
Chasing frames and headroom in a high-end rig.
okay
Mainstream builder
Wants strong value in a balanced build.
good
Budget builder
Stretching every pound in an entry rig.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the ASUS TUF GAMING Z790-PRO WIFI worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 54/100 against other motherboards, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the ASUS TUF GAMING Z790-PRO WIFI?
Its xmp / expo support stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Z790 AORUS Elite AX?
The Z790 AORUS Elite AX scores 56/100 versus this one at 54/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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