ASUS
ASUS Z790-AYW WiFi W II
A entry-level motherboard for PC builders, leading with Z790.
48/100
Z790LGA 170012+1ATXDDR5ProCool connectors
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Why we rate it
- XMP / EXPO support
- VRM heatsink
- Front USB-C header
- Above-average m.2 heatsinks
- Below-average max ram
Score profile
Scored against the motherboards classWhere the ASUS Z790-AYW WiFi W II 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 phases12
CPU power connectorsProCool connectors
VRM heatsinkYes
Expansion slots
PCIe 5.0 x16 slots1
M.2 slots (total)4
M.2 PCIe 5.0 slots1
M.2 heatsinks3
SATA ports4
Rear I/O
USB4 / Thunderbolt 41
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gb/s)1
HDMI1
Internal headers
Front USB-C headerYes
Networking
Ethernet2.5
Ethernet ports1
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E
Features
BIOS flashbackYes
Debug LED / postcode displayYes
RGB / ARGB headers1
Fan headers6
More specs
M2 slots0
Ethernet gbps2.5
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowASUS Z790-AYW WiFi W II vs ASUS ASUS TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI
ASUS Z790-AYW WiFi W IIASUS TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI
| ASUSASUS Z790-AYW WiFi W IIThis page | ASUSASUS TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48 /100 | 50 /100Better |
| Chipset | Z790 | B850 |
| Socket | LGA 1700 | AM5 |
| Form factor | ATX | ATX |
| Max RAM speed | — | 8000 MT/s |
| RAM slots | 4 | 4 |
| M2 slots total | 4Better | 3 |
Who it's for
Is the ASUS Z790-AYW WiFi W II 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.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the ASUS Z790-AYW WiFi W II worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 48/100 against other motherboards, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the ASUS Z790-AYW WiFi W II?
Its xmp / expo support stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the MSI B650 Gaming Plus WiFi?
The MSI B650 Gaming Plus WiFi scores 49/100 versus this one at 48/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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