Asus is introducing three new Z790 boards at Gamescom 2023 for Intel’s upcoming Raptor Lake Refresh processors. We took a closer look at the Asus ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero, ROG Strix Z790-A Gaming WiFi II and TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi and tell you what’s really new.
Fall and stand up again New Intel processor Fittingly, Asus now has three new motherboards with the Z790 chipset and the LGA1700 socket. However, the trio is designed not only for the 14th core generation, but also for Raptor Lake (13th gen) and Alder Lake (12th gen). Meaning: Even with one Core i9-12900K (Test) You can get a new board and get a more modern design as well as a few new features in your computer.
The main focus of all three motherboards is upgrading The new Wi-Fi 7 standard (802.11be). This not only significantly increases the maximum data transmission rate, but also improves the signal strength. with “multi-link operation” (MLO). A bundle of several channels of different frequencies To prevent network interference and “congestion”. Ultimately, you’ll benefit from better latency when gaming and streaming smooth videos.
For the first time with Wi-Fi 7 and directional antenna
So that the board can establish the best possible connection with the WLAN, Built in WiFi Q-Antenna. Not only does it get a new design, but it is also said to improve signal throughput for the 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands. Since this is a directional antenna, the signal quality and range can be viewed in the Armory Crate software and improved by adjusting the position. It is only important for this Another Wi-Fi 7 routerCome on, of course Already in portfolio AVM has already launched a Fritz!box with Wi-Fi 7, and other companies will soon follow.
Since the new boards natively support PCI-Express 5.0, Asus has donated it among other things ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero A Slot for a PCIe 5.0 M.2 SSD. The ROG Strix Z790-A Gaming WiFi II A full five SSD slots with coolers, so all your game library has a place on board.
Dynamic DDR5 performance
For even higher DDR5 frequencies, since DDR4 bars are not supported on all three motherboards, AEMP II is added. Main memory performance can be increased with one click through automatic memory profiles. When a feature called “DIMM Flex” is enabled, the BIOS can even read the DRAM temperature and Dynamically push the performance of the bars to the limit.
A similar function is already available for processors with AI overclocking, which is now available for the first time On a TUF Gaming motherboard Available with an Intel chipset. AI Cooling II to automatically adjust fan speed is also part of the game.
USB-C mit 20 Gbit/s und 60W power delivery
In addition, there is a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 connector on the board, which is combined with a compatible housing – with, for example das ROG Hyperion – Enables up to 20 gigabits per second. If you then connect the 6-pin PCIe connector, you can charge your smartphone at up to 60 watts via Power Delivery 3.0. New to this USB Wattage Watcherwhich informs you about the current wattage while charging.
The trio is rounded off by functions that you already know from previous Asus boards. These include Q-Latch for easy installation of M.2 SSDs and Q- Release button For easy removal of the graphics card in the top PCIe slot – two practical ideas.
When and at what price the new Asus motherboards will be available is unfortunately still unclear at the moment. You can find more details about the board, for example, including all connections, power supply and other special features Read the product page.
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