DIY-FRIENDLY FEATURES
PCIE® SLOT Q-RELEASE
A physical button unlocks the first PCIe slot’s security latch with one press, greatly simplifying the process of detaching a PCIe card from the motherboard when it’s time to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device.
Q-ANTENNA
With Q-Antenna, attaching a WiFi antenna to your PC is now easy and fast. Instead of slowly rotating two fasteners until they finally lock in, they just snap into place. Less hassle, and more consistent performance.
M.2 Q-LATCH
The innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an SSD from an M.2 slot. The design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive, eliminating the need for a traditional screw.
CLEAR CMOS & BIOS FLASHBACK™
The Clear CMOS button quickly resets BIOS settings to factory default. It can also be used to reboot the PC if incorrect BIOS settings have been selected.
BIOS FlashBack™ is a safe and simple way to update BIOS. Just drop the (UEFI) BIOS file onto a FAT32-formatted USB stick, plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack port, and press the button. Updates can even be performed without having memory or a CPU installed.
START BUTTON
This convenient button removes the need to manually jump hard-to-reach pins during testing and troubleshooting.
Q-LED
The on-board Q-LED troubleshooting lights give PC builders a quick indicator to confirm that key components ― CPU, RAM, graphics card, storage devices ― are functioning normally during startup. Builders can use the Q-LED feature to correct power delivery issues affecting their motherboard, and it can also alert them when memory modules have not been properly installed–even before attempting to boot a newly built PC.
PERFORMANCE
ProCool II Power Connectors
Intel® Socket LGA1700 for Intel® Core™ 14th & 13th Gen Processors, Intel® Core™ 12th Gen, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors
Expansion Slots
- 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot (x16) [CPU]
- 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot (x4) [CHIPSET]
- 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot [CHIPSET]
16(90A)+1(90A)+2 Power Stages
DDR5 8000+ MT/s (OC)
- 4 x DIMM
- Dual Channel
5 x M.2 Slots
- 2 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
- 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
- 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4, SATA)
COOLING
VRM Heatsinks
3 x M.2 Heatsinks
AIO Pump Header
Chipset Heatsink
5 x 4-pin PWM Chassis Fan Headers
GAMING IMMERSION
SupremeFX ALC4080 Codec + Savitech SV3H712 AMP
- Impedance Sense
- 120 dB SNR Stereo Playback Output
- 110 dB SNR Recording Input
SupremeFX Shielding
Sonic Studio
DTS® Sound Unbound™
Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation
3 x 3-Pin Addressable Gen 2 RGB Headers
1 x 4-Pin Aura RGB Header
CONNECTIVITY
Strix Z790-F II connectivity specifications
Clear CMOS Button
BIOS FlashBack™ Button
1 x DisplayPort™
1 x HDMI™ Port
6 x USB 2.0 ports (6 x Type-A)
4 x USB 5Gbps Ports (4 x Type-A)
1 x USB 20Gbps Port (USB Type-C®)
3 x USB 10 Gbps Ports (2 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
Intel® 2.5G Ethernet Port
Wi-Fi 7
Optical S/PDIF Out Port
2 x Gold-plated Audio Jacks
1 x USB 20Gbps (supports USB Type-C® with up to 30W PD Fast-charge)
1 x USB 5Gbps Header (Supports 2 x USB 5Gbps Ports)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s Ports
2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Supports 4 x USB 2.0 Ports)
1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header
ALL-ROUND PERFORMANCE
AI OVERCLOCKING
Tuning is now faster and smarter than ever before. ASUS AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration and push the system to its limits. Predicted values can be engaged automatically or used as a launching ground for further experimentation.
PCIE 5.0
The top PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot is well-equipped for the increased size and bandwidth of next-gen graphics cards. Zippy storage options abound with four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all featuring robust heatsinks to maximize performance.
MEMORY
DDR5 DOMINATION
ROG has a long legacy of flexing the fastest memory performance, and DDR5 is no outlier. Thanks to improved signal routing, now enthusiast-grade kits have been driven far beyond the 8 GT/s mark on the Strix Z790-F II, and who knows how far future DIMMs can go? Seasoned veterans can test their mettle by tinkering with the extensive array of tuning options in the UEFI.
DIMM FLEX
DIMM Flex provides enthusiasts with a powerful new way to overclock their DDR5 memory modules. It employs specialized circuitry that can boost performance or address potential stability issues, depending on temperature readings. When temperatures are nominal, it can use the extra headroom to increase speeds and efficiency. And when temperatures increase, it can adjust memory behavior downward to maintain stability.
AEMP II
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile II (AEMP II) is an exclusive firmware feature that allows users to achieve supreme memory performance and compatibility with optimized clock speeds, even when they’re using PMIC-restricted memory modules that do not provide an XMP or EXPO profile. Developed through a flexible training method, AEMP II simplifies the process of fine-tuning memory settings beyond the baseline configuration, all while ensuring system stability. This applies whether you are maximizing the potential of an entry-level module or preparing a high-speed kit for ultimate performance.
Now, AEMP II offers even more flexibility. With the latest firmware update, AEMP II allows users to optimize the performance of a four-DIMM DDR5 RAM configuration, even with a mixture of different brands and dies. Increasing the memory capacity of your build by adding additional DIMMs has never been easier — with AEMP II, you can get optimized memory performance even when all four memory modules are not an exact match, provided that all four DIMMs have the same capacity.
COOLING
VRM HEATSINK ARRAY
Covering the power solution are two thick heatsinks connected by a heatpipe, sharing cooling capacity across VRMs and providing ample surface area and mass to handle the power needs of high-performance Intel 14th Gen processors.
M.2 BACKPLATE
An integrated backplate helps ensure that high-performance drives can deliver peak performance, even when airflow is restricted.
M.2 HEATSINKS
Heatsinks cover every slot to help keep onboard NVME SSDs at optimal temperatures for consistent performance and reliability.
CPU FAN HEADERS
A dedicated pair of PWM/DC fan headers provides easy access to CPU coolers.
AIO PUMP FAN HEADER
A dedicated PWM/DC header connects self-contained water-cooling setups.
4-PIN FAN HEADERS
Each header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.
LEADING CONNECTIVITY
The ROG Strix Z790-F II delivers next-gen connectivity for ultrafast data transfers and low-latency networking. Those perks are joined by an advanced audio solution that allows you to pick out the smallest cues and home in on your opponents.
WIFI 7
With Multi-Link Operation (MLO)*, WiFi 7** can outperform WiFi 6E to deliver faster speeds, higher reliability and increased data transfer efficiency.
Learn more about Multi-Link Operation (MLO) and WiFi 7 technology. https://www.asus.com/content/wifi7/
* MLO (Multi-link Operation) full functions support will be ready in Windows 11 2024 Platform (Windows 11 24H2) or later.
** WiFi 7 features require onboard WiFi chipset, WiFi AP, and WiFi 7-supported operating systems to support the corresponding features.
USB 20GBPS
The Strix Z790-F II comes loaded with two USB 20Gbps Type-C® connectors for speedy data transfers up to 20Gbps. One is a port on the rear I/O; the other can be attached to the chassis front panel and it also features Power Delivery (PD) 3.0 technology to quickly charge devices up to 30W.
SUPREMEFX
ROG SupremeFX is a unique blend of hardware and software technologies that provide superior audio. The Strix Z790-F II implementation features the ALC4080 codec for high-resolution playback up to 32-bit/384 kHz across all channels. Front-panel output is streamed through the integrated Savitech amplifier that can drive high-fidelity acoustics to a wide variety of speakers and headsets.
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