Gigabyte Z790 D AX ATX Motherboard - DDR5, Wi-Fi 6E, LGA1700
GIGABYTE
Gigabyte Z790 D AX ATX Motherboard - DDR5, Wi-Fi 6E, LGA1700
The Gigabyte Z790 D AX ATX Motherboard is built for system builders who want a stable, well-connected Intel 12th, 13th, or 14th Generation platform without compromise. It pairs a 12+1+1 phase digital VRM with DDR5 memory support, three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, and integrated Wi-Fi 6E plus 2.5GbE networking, covering performance, storage expansion, and connectivity in a single board. Whether you are building a productivity workstation or a capable desktop rig, it provides the connectivity and power delivery to support demanding modern workloads.
Why this product
12+1+1 Phase Digital VRM
A twin 12+1+1 phase digital VRM with low RDS(on) MOSFETs delivers stable, clean power to the CPU, supporting the latest Intel Core 14th, 13th, and 12th Generation processors.
DDR5 with XMP 3.0 support
Four DIMM slots support up to 192 GB of DDR5 memory with speeds up to DDR5-7600 (O.C.) and Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 3.0 module support for tuned performance.
Three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots
Three M.2 Socket 3 connectors running at PCIe 4.0 x4 allow multiple high-speed SSDs to run simultaneously, each protected by M.2 Thermal Guards to maintain drive performance.
Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5GbE networking
The Intel AX211 Wi-Fi 6E module covers 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands with Bluetooth 5.3, while the Realtek 2.5GbE LAN chip handles wired connections up to 2.5 Gbps.
Smart Fan 6 thermal control
Multiple temperature sensors and hybrid fan headers with FAN STOP capability allow granular fan curve management across CPU and system cooling zones, including water-cooling pump headers.
EZ-Latch quick-release PCIe slot
The primary PCIe 5.0 x16 slot features a quick-release latch, making graphics card removal straightforward without needing to reach behind a large GPU.
- SocketLGA1700
- ChipsetIntel Z790 Express
- Memory4 x DDR5 DIMM, up to 192 GB
- M.2 Slots3 x PCIe 4.0 x4
- Networking2.5GbE LAN + Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
- Form FactorATX (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
- Primary PCIe SlotPCIe 5.0 x16
- Rear USB-CUSB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gb/s)
- SKUGIG-6480
- EAN4719331860592
- Compatible with Intel Core 14th, 13th, and 12th Generation processors using the LGA1700 socket, as well as Intel Pentium Gold and Celeron processors on the same socket.
- Compatible with DDR5 Un-buffered DIMMs in 1Rx8, 2Rx8, and 1Rx16 configurations; also supports ECC Un-buffered DIMMs (1Rx8/2Rx8) operating in non-ECC mode.
- Works with Windows 11 64-bit and Windows 10 64-bit operating systems.
- Fits standard ATX cases — board dimensions are 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm.
- CPU compatibility may vary by specific model; consult GIGABYTE's official support list for confirmation before purchasing.
- Not compatible with DDR4 memory modules; the four DIMM slots are DDR5 only.
Best for
- Builders moving to DDR5 who want XMP 3.0 support and room for up to 192 GB across four slots on a mature Intel Z790 platform.
- Storage-heavy workloads where three PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slots plus four SATA 6 Gb/s ports provide ample room for fast SSDs and bulk storage simultaneously.
- Wireless-first setups that benefit from integrated Wi-Fi 6E (2.4/5/6 GHz) and Bluetooth 5.3 without needing a separate expansion card.
- Multi-fan and liquid-cooling rigs where Smart Fan 6 with multiple temperature sensors, hybrid fan headers, and dedicated water pump headers are needed for precise thermal control.
- Users needing versatile rear I/O including USB-C 10 Gb/s, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.2, 2.5GbE, and legacy PS/2, covering a wide range of peripheral needs from a single board.
Trade-offs
- AMD platform users — the LGA1700 socket is Intel-exclusive and will not accept any AMD Ryzen or Threadripper processor.
- DDR4 memory owners looking to reuse existing RAM; this board supports DDR5 only and has no DDR4 slots.
- Builders needing USB4 or Thunderbolt on the rear panel — the highest rear USB speed is USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gb/s) on the Type-C port.
- Small form-factor cases — at 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm this is a full ATX board and will not fit Micro-ATX or Mini-ITX enclosures.
GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ motherboards built with optimal components inside out provide the prime performance and timeless platform.
- Unparalleled Performance：Twin 12*+1+１ Phases Digital VRM Solution
- Dual Channel DDR5：4*DIMMs with XMP 3.0 Memory Module Support
- Next Generation Storage：3*PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Connectors
- Advanced Thermal Design & M.2 Thermal Guard: To Ensure VRM Power Stability & M.2 SSD Performance
- EZ-Latch：PCIe 4.0x16 Slot with Quick Release Design
- Fast Networks：2.5GbE LAN & Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax
- Extended Connectivity：DP, HDMI, Rear USB-C® 10Gb/s
- Smart Fan 6：Features Multiple Temperature Sensors, Hybrid Fan Headers with FAN STOP
12+1+1 Phases digital PWM + Low RDS(on) MOSFETs • Support the latest CPUs, and deliver enhanced system performance and ultimate hardware scalability.
Unlock DDR5
Shielded Memory Routing All memory routing is under the PCB inner layer shielded by a large ground layer to protect from external interference.
Impedance Optimized Topology By optimizing memory trace width, length and style from HPC simulation to actual implementation, overall impedance is lowered between CPU memory controller and memory modules to achieve higher DDR5 speed.
Low Signal Loss PCB Server grade mid-loss or low-loss PCB material is chosen to lower signal loss inside PCB and maintain DDR5 high speed signal integrity.
General
| Brand | GIGABYTE |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Dimensions | 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm |
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| Chipset | Intel Z790 Express |
| CPU Compatibility | Intel Core 14th, 13th, 12th Gen; Pentium Gold; Celeron (LGA1700) |
| Operating System | Windows 11 64-bit, Windows 10 64-bit |
Memory & Storage
| Memory Slots | 4 x DDR5 DIMM |
|---|---|
| Max Memory | 192 GB (48 GB per DIMM) |
| Memory Architecture | Dual Channel |
| DDR5 Speed (O.C.) | Up to DDR5-7600 |
| XMP Support | XMP 3.0 |
| ECC Support | ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 (operates in non-ECC mode) |
| M.2 Slots | 3 x M.2 Socket 3 (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| SATA Ports | 4 x SATA 6 Gb/s |
| M.2 Thermal Guard | Yes |
Connectivity & Expansion
| LAN | Realtek 2.5GbE (2.5 Gbps / 1 Gbps / 100 Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4/5/6 GHz |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| PCIe Slots | 1x PCIe 5.0 x16 (CPU), 1x PCIe 4.0 x4, 1x PCIe 3.0 x1, 2x PCIe 3.0 x1 |
| Video Output | 1 x HDMI 2.1 (up to 4096x2160@60 Hz), 1 x DisplayPort 1.2 |
| Rear USB | 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gb/s), 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB 2.0 |
| Audio | Realtek HD Audio, 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel, 3 x rear audio jacks, S/PDIF Out |
| Legacy Port | 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse |
Power & Cooling
| VRM Phases | 12+1+1 Digital PWM with Low RDS(on) MOSFETs |
|---|---|
| CPU Power Connectors | 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V |
| ATX Power Connector | 24-pin |
| Fan Headers | 1x CPU fan, 1x CPU fan/water pump, 3x system fan, 1x system fan/water pump |
| Fan Control | Smart Fan 6 with multiple temperature sensors, FAN STOP, hybrid headers |
| ARGB Headers | 2 x addressable LED strip headers |
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