Product Type | Motherboard - ATX |
Chipset | Intel Z790 |
CPU Socket | LGA1700 |
Supported CPU Series | Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Core / Pentium Gold / Celeron |
Maximum Supported CPUs | 1 |
Form Factor | ATX |
Power Connectors | 24-pin main power, 2 x 8-pin ATX12V |
BIOS Type | AMI UEFI BIOS |
BIOS Features | WfM 2.0, UEFI BIOS, SMBIOS 2.7, DMI 2.7, ACPI 5.0, PnP 1.0a |
Supported Technologies | Intel Extreme Memory Profiles (XMP) 3.0, Dual channel memory architecture |
Included Software | Realtek Gaming LAN Bandwidth Control, GIGABYTE Control Center, Norton Internet Security (OEM) |
Special Features | Q-Flash Plus, EZ-Latch, Ultra Durable design, Smart Fan 6, VRM heatsink, M.2 Thermal Guard Ext., 6 Layer PCB, 12+1+1 Phase power |
Hardware Monitoring | System voltage, temperature, fan speed, fan control, fan fail warning, water cooling flow rate |
GIGABYTE Z790 EAGLE AX LGA1700 ATX Motherboard, DDR5, Wi-Fi 6E, PCIe 5.0





Key Benefits

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- Future-proof builds benefit from PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 support, enabling compatibility with next-gen GPUs and high-speed memory modules
- Integrated Intel Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5GbE Ethernet ensure seamless, lag-free networking for gaming or heavy data workloads
- DIY install is simplified with features like Q-Flash Plus BIOS update, tool-less M.2 EZ-Latch, and thermal guards, reducing setup time and heat risk
Product Overview
The GIGABYTE Z790 EAGLE AX is a feature-rich ATX motherboard using the Intel Z790 chipset and LGA1700 socket, compatible with Intel 12th–14th Gen CPUs. It supports up to 192GB DDR5 RAM across four DIMMs and offers advanced PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 expansion. Storage is handled by three M.2 slots with RAID support and heatsinks for optimal cooling. It includes Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and 2.5 GbE LAN for comprehensive connectivity. Key I/O includes USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, 8-channel HD Audio, and HDMI. Designed for builders, it’s equipped with Q-Flash Plus, EZ-LATCH, and thermal guards to simplify installation and ensure long-term stability. Ideal for high-performance setups and expansion-heavy workstations.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
Wireless Chipset | Intel AX211 |
Storage
SATA Ports | 4 x SATA 6Gb/s (SATA-600) |
M.2 Slots | 3 x M.2 (2280/22110), PCIe 4.0, supports RAID 0/1/5/10 |
RAID Support | RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 (SATA and M.2) |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | China |
TAA Compliant | No |
Advanced Security Features
Security Software (OEM) | Norton Internet Security |
Interfaces
USB Ports (Rear I/O) | 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 2 x USB 2.0 |
USB Ports (Internal Headers) | 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 header, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 headers, 4 x USB 2.0 headers |
Video Output | 1 x HDMI |
Audio Jacks | 1 x Line-in, 1 x Line-out, 1 x Microphone (mini-jack) |
Audio Codec | HD Audio (8-channel), High Definition Audio |
Expansion Slots | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16, 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16, 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1, 2 x M.2 (2280), 1 x M.2 (2280/22110) |
LAN Port | 1 x 2.5GbE LAN |
PS/2 Port | 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo |
Antenna Connectors | 2 x external antenna jacks |
Internal Interfaces | 2 x Thunderbolt headers, SPDIF, audio, SPI headers |
Memory
RAM Type | DDR5 |
Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB |
Memory Slots | 4 x 288-pin DIMM |
Supported RAM Frequencies | 4000 MHz, 4800 MHz, 5200 MHz, 5400 MHz, 5600 MHz, 5800 MHz (O.C.), 6000 MHz (O.C.), 6200 MHz (O.C.), 6400 MHz (O.C.), 6600 MHz (O.C.), 6800 MHz (O.C.), 7000 MHz (O.C.), 7200 MHz (O.C.), 7400 MHz (O.C.), 7600 MHz (O.C.) |
ECC Support | Non-ECC, ECC (non-ECC mode) |
Buffering Support | Unbuffered |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 12 in |
Depth | 9.6 in |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Bundled Software | GIGABYTE Control Center |