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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£440
  • Avg. price in US: ~$470
  • CPU socket: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel Z790
  • Form factor: Mini-ITX

ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi review. Compare 107 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among motherboards and if it is worth buying.

7.2

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the motherboard's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best motherboards on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

7.1

Technical Score

10.0%

8.7

User score

Very good
7.1

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the motherboard's technical performance, covering key areas such as power delivery, CPU and memory support, expansion, storage, connectivity, cooling, BIOS features, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare motherboards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

19.0%

5.7

Memory

16.0%

8.8

Platform & Features

16.0%

6.6

Storage

15.0%

9.5

Network

13.0%

7.5

Ports & USB

8.0%

4.4

Expansion

8.0%

5.8

Power & Cooling

5.0%

6.3

Audio

Very good
8.7

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the motherboard.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a motherboard performs in real-world builds and how reliable it is in terms of stability, BIOS usability, connectivity, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

8.3

User reviews

30.0%

9.6

Popularity

User score:
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  • 7.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    28.0%

    6.4

    VRM phases

    22.0%

    5.5

    N. of M.2 sockets

    18.0%

    10

    LAN speed

    17.0%

    9.4

    Maximum RAM speed

    15.0%

    10

    N. of PCIe 5.0 x16 slots

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Verdict

The ASUS ROG Strix Z790-I Gaming WiFi is a high-end Mini-ITX motherboard featuring the Intel LGA 1700 socket for 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen processors. It is equipped with a robust 10+1 power stage (105A) and supports up to 96GB of DDR5 memory at overclocked speeds exceeding 7600 MT/s. Key characteristics include dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, PCIe 5.0 support for both the x16 slot and one of its two M.2 slots, and the innovative external ROG Strix Hive, which houses a premium ESS SABRE9260Q DAC and manual overclocking controls. Main pros consist of exceptional connectivity for its size, effective active VRM cooling, and the space-saving ROG FPS-II card for vertical SATA and USB headers. However, its premium price point, limited internal storage with only two SATA ports, and potential thermal challenges when paired with flagship i9 CPUs in cramped SFF cases are notable cons.

Technical Specifications of ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the motherboard's technical performance, covering key areas such as power delivery, CPU and memory support, expansion, storage, connectivity, cooling, BIOS features, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare motherboards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

19.0%

5.7

Memory

16.0%

8.8

Platform & Features

16.0%

6.6

Storage

15.0%

9.5

Network

13.0%

7.5

Ports & USB

8.0%

4.4

Expansion

8.0%

5.8

Power & Cooling

5.0%

6.3

Audio

7.1
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has a technical score of 7.07 points, which is higher than that of 64.8% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the motherboard.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a motherboard performs in real-world builds and how reliable it is in terms of stability, BIOS usability, connectivity, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

8.3

User reviews

30.0%

9.6

Popularity

User score:
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8.7
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has a user score of 8.68 points, which is higher than that of 76.5% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the motherboard.
When it matters: When you prefer a motherboard that has already been bought and reviewed by many other users.
9.6
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has a popularity of 9.6 points, which is higher than 79.1% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the motherboard's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a motherboard that offers a strong balance of features, performance, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.2

Overall score

40.0%

8.2

Price

7.5
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.5 points, which is higher than 54% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The brand that makes the motherboard.
When it matters: When you have a brand preference for support, BIOS, or build quality.

Importance: MEDIUM

Asus
CPU socket
What it is: The socket type the motherboard is built to support.
When it matters: When you need the motherboard to match a specific CPU.

Importance: HIGH

LGA 1700
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi uses the LGA 1700 CPU socket, which is more advanced than that of 55% of motherboards and equal to that of 22.7% of motherboards.
CPU platform

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Chipset
What it is: The chipset that defines the motherboard platform and many of its features.
When it matters: When you compare platform features, connectivity, and CPU support.

Importance: HIGH

Intel Z790
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi uses the Intel Z790 chipset, which is more advanced than that of 77.2% of motherboards and equal to that of 6.5% of motherboards.
Form factor
What it is: The physical size standard of the motherboard, such as ATX or Micro-ATX.
When it matters: When you need the board to fit a specific case size.

Importance: HIGH

Mini-ITX
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has the Mini-ITX form factor, which is less versatile than that of 84.6% of motherboards and equal to that of 7.3% of motherboards.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the motherboard supports, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the board to match a certain memory platform.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: DDR5

DDR5
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi uses DDR5 memory, which is newer than that of 64.7% of motherboards and equal to that of 35.3% of motherboards.
Memory slots
What it is: The number of RAM slots on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want more room for future memory upgrades.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4

2
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 2 Memory slots, which is fewer than 78.6% of motherboards and equal to 21.4% of motherboards.
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of RAM the motherboard supports.
When it matters: When you plan a build with very high memory capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

96 GB
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi supports up to 96 GB of memory, which is less than 59.6% of motherboards and equal to 2.9% of motherboards.
requires BIOS update for full capacity
Memory channels
What it is: The memory channel configuration supported by the motherboard platform.
When it matters: When memory bandwidth matters for your build.

Importance: MEDIUM

2
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi supports 2 memory channels, which is more than 0.2% of motherboards and equal to 92.5% of motherboards.
Maximum RAM speed
What it is: The highest officially supported memory speed for the motherboard.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=6400 MT/s

7,600 MT/s
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi supports memory speeds up to 7600 MT/s, which is higher than that of 80.9% of motherboards and equal to that of 2.4% of motherboards.
maximum depends on CPU configuration
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N. of M.2 sockets
What it is: The number of M.2 slots available on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want room for more NVMe or M.2 drives.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=3

2
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 2 M.2 sockets, which is more than 30.8% of motherboards and equal to 34.6% of motherboards.
M.2 slot interface per slot
What it is: The storage or PCIe interface available for each M.2 slot on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want to check which drives each M.2 slot can use.

Importance: HIGH

1x PCIe 5.0 x4, 1x PCIe 4.0 x4
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi offers 1x PCIe 5.0x4, 1x PCIe 4.0x4 for M.2 slot interfaces, which is faster than that of 80.1% of motherboards and equal to that of 2.8% of motherboards.
N. of SATA 3 connectors
What it is: The number of SATA 6Gb/s connectors on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you plan to connect multiple SATA drives.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6

2
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 2 SATA 3 connectors, which is fewer than 95.3% of motherboards and equal to 3.9% of motherboards.
Supported RAID levels
What it is: The RAID modes officially supported by the motherboard storage platform.
When it matters: When you plan to use multiple drives in a RAID setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

0/1/5/10
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi supports RAID levels 0/1/5/10, which is broader than 31.8% of motherboards and equal to 68.2% of motherboards.
NVMe RAID support
What it is: Shows whether the board supports RAID configurations that use NVMe SSDs.
When it matters: When you plan to use multiple NVMe drives in RAID.

Importance: LOW

yes
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi supports NVMe RAID. 40.3% of motherboards support this feature.
Intel RST support
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N. of PCIe 5.0 x16 slots
What it is: The number of PCIe 5.0 x16 physical slots on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want the newest high-bandwidth expansion slots.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1

1
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 1 PCIe 5.0x16 slots, which is more than 68.6% of motherboards and equal to 26.6% of motherboards.
N. of PCIe 4.0 x16 slots
What it is: The number of PCIe 4.0 x16 physical slots on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want more room for modern expansion cards.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1

0
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 0 PCIe 4.0x16 slots, which is equal to 55.6% of motherboards.
N. of PCIe 3.0 x16 slots
What it is: The number of PCIe 3.0 x16 physical slots on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need more full-length expansion slots.

Importance: MEDIUM

0
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 0 PCIe 3.0x16 slots, which is fewer than 59.5% of motherboards and equal to 40.5% of motherboards.
PCIe slot electrical configuration
What it is: The actual lane wiring used by the motherboard PCIe slots.
When it matters: When you need to know how much bandwidth each slot really gets.

Importance: HIGH

x8/x8
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi uses x8/x8 for PCIe slot electrical configuration, which is less flexible than that of 96.8% of motherboards and equal to that of 1.3% of motherboards.
Depends on slot/M.2 population.
PCIe bifurcation support
What it is: Shows whether the board can split PCIe lanes across multiple devices from one slot or link.
When it matters: When you plan multi-SSD adapters or more advanced expansion setups.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi supports PCIe bifurcation. 39.1% of motherboards support this feature.
x8/x8.
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Total USB ports (rear I/O)
What it is: The total number of rear USB ports available on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you use many USB devices directly from the back of the PC.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=8

9
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 9 USB ports (rear I/O), which is more than 71% of motherboards and equal to 4.6% of motherboards.
Total USB ports (including headers)
What it is: The total number of USB ports supported when rear ports and internal headers are counted together.
When it matters: When you want to know the board's full USB expansion potential.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=14

17
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 17 USB ports (including headers), which is more than 72.1% of motherboards and equal to 10.8% of motherboards.
Total USB-C ports (rear I/O)
What it is: The total number of rear USB-C ports on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want more USB-C devices connected without adapters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=1

3
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 3 USB-C ports (rear I/O), which is more than 96.6% of motherboards and equal to 2.7% of motherboards.
Total USB-C ports (including headers)
What it is: The total number of USB-C ports supported when rear ports and internal headers are counted together.
When it matters: When you want more USB-C connectivity across the whole build.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=2

4
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 4 USB-C ports (including headers), which is more than 95.8% of motherboards and equal to 2.7% of motherboards.
N. of USB 3.2 Gen2x2 ports (USB-C)
What it is: The number of rear USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C ports on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want very fast USB-C connectivity on the rear I/O.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1

1
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 1 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 ports (USB-C), which is more than 81.7% of motherboards and equal to 18.1% of motherboards.
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LAN speed
What it is: The maximum wired Ethernet speed supported by the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want faster wired networking.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 2.5GbE

2.5 Gbps
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi supports LAN speeds up to 2.5 Gbps, which is higher than that of 49.2% of motherboards and equal to that of 41.5% of motherboards.
LAN controller
What it is: The model of onboard Ethernet controller used by the motherboard.
When it matters: When you compare networking hardware quality and features.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel I226-V
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi uses the Intel I226-V LAN controller, which is more advanced than that of 92.5% of motherboards and equal to that of 1.9% of motherboards.
N. of RJ45 ports
What it is: The number of wired Ethernet ports on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need one or more wired network connections.

Importance: LOW

1
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 1 RJ45 ports, which is equal to 85.6% of motherboards.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Shows whether the motherboard includes onboard Wi-Fi hardware instead of requiring a separate adapter.
When it matters: When you want wireless networking without adding an extra card.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 50.9% of motherboards support this feature.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: The supported Wi-Fi generation, such as Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 7.
When it matters: When you care about wireless speed and router compatibility.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi supports Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), which is newer than that of 72.1% of motherboards and equal to that of 16.6% of motherboards.
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Audio codec
What it is: The onboard audio codec used by the motherboard.
When it matters: When sound quality from the built-in audio matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Realtek ALC4050
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi uses the Realtek ALC4050 audio codec, which is less advanced than that of 98.4% of motherboards and equal to that of 0.1% of motherboards.
with ESS DAC.
Audio channels
What it is: The audio channel configuration supported by the onboard sound solution.
When it matters: When you want surround sound from the motherboard audio outputs.

Importance: LOW

Good value: 7.1

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Audio SNR
What it is: The signal-to-noise ratio of the onboard audio solution.
When it matters: When you care about cleaner onboard audio output.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=120 dB

118 dB
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has an audio SNR of 118 dB, which is higher than that of 54.8% of motherboards and equal to that of 0.2% of motherboards.
Headphone amp support
What it is: Shows whether the onboard audio path includes dedicated headphone amplification for harder-to-drive headsets.
When it matters: When you use harder-to-drive headphones from the onboard audio.

Importance: LOW

yes
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi supports a headphone amp. 37% of motherboards support this feature.
N. of 3.5mm audio jacks
What it is: The number of rear 3.5mm audio jacks on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want more analog audio connection options.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5

0
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 0 3.5mm audio jacks, which is fewer than 99.8% of motherboards and equal to 0.3% of motherboards.
audio via external ROG Strix Hive
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VRM phases
What it is: The number of power-delivery phases used by the motherboard VRM.
When it matters: When you care about CPU power delivery and overclocking headroom.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=12

10+1+1
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 10+1+1 VRM phases, which is more than 52.5% of motherboards and equal to 0.9% of motherboards.
N. of CPU power connectors
What it is: The number of CPU power connectors on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you care about power delivery for higher-end CPUs.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=2

1
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 1 CPU power connectors, which is equal to 54.5% of motherboards.
N. of fan headers
What it is: The number of headers available for case or CPU fans.
When it matters: When your build uses several fans.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6

3
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has 3 fan headers, which is fewer than 76.7% of motherboards and equal to 15% of motherboards.
Pump header
What it is: Shows whether the motherboard includes a dedicated header designed for a liquid-cooling pump.
When it matters: When you build with an AIO or custom liquid cooling loop.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has a pump header. 23.1% of motherboards include this feature.
Pump header max current
What it is: The maximum current the dedicated pump header can supply.
When it matters: When you want to make sure the pump header can power your cooling setup.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2 A

1 A
ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi supports up to 1 A on the pump header, which is lower than that of 58.4% of motherboards and equal to that of 15.9% of motherboards.
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ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi vs the average motherboard

  • Newer DDR memory generation
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has newer DDR memory generation than the average motherboard (DDR5 vs DDR4). The average motherboard supports DDR4 memory.
    What it is: The RAM generation the motherboard supports, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
    When it matters: When you need the board to match a certain memory platform.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: DDR5

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has newer DDR memory generation than the average motherboard (DDR5 vs DDR4). The average motherboard supports DDR4 memory.DDR5 vs DDR4
  • 2 more USB 3.2 Gen2 ports
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more USB 3.2 Gen2 ports than the average motherboard (3 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 port/s.
    What it is: The number of rear USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you want faster USB-A ports for storage or accessories.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more USB 3.2 Gen2 ports than the average motherboard (3 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 port/s.3 vs 1
  • 1 more PCIe 5.0x16 slots
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more PCIe 5.0x16 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe 5.0x16 slot/s.
    What it is: The number of PCIe 5.0 x16 physical slots on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you want the newest high-bandwidth expansion slots.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more PCIe 5.0x16 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe 5.0x16 slot/s.1 vs 0
  • 1 more USB 3.2 Gen2x2 USB-C ports
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more USB 3.2 Gen2x2 USB-C ports than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 USB-C port/s.
    What it is: The number of rear USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C ports on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you want very fast USB-C connectivity on the rear I/O.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more USB 3.2 Gen2x2 USB-C ports than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 USB-C port/s.1 vs 0
  • Newer CPU socket
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has newer CPU socket than the average motherboard (LGA 1,700 vs LGA 1,151). The average motherboard uses LGA 1,151 CPU socket.
    What it is: The socket type the motherboard is built to support.
    When it matters: When you need the motherboard to match a specific CPU.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has newer CPU socket than the average motherboard (LGA 1,700 vs LGA 1,151). The average motherboard uses LGA 1,151 CPU socket.LGA 1700 vs LGA 1151
  • 2 more rear USB-C ports
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more rear USB-C ports than the average motherboard (3 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 rear USB-C port/s.
    What it is: The total number of rear USB-C ports on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you want more USB-C devices connected without adapters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=1

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more rear USB-C ports than the average motherboard (3 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 rear USB-C port/s.3 vs 1
  • Integrated I/O shield
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has an integrated I/O shield, while the average motherboard does not. 46.1% of motherboards include an integrated I/O shield.
    What it is: Shows whether the rear I/O shield comes pre-mounted on the motherboard instead of being installed separately.
    When it matters: When you want an easier motherboard installation process.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has an integrated I/O shield, while the average motherboard does not. 46.1% of motherboards include an integrated I/O shield.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average motherboard does not. 49.1% of motherboards support Wi-Fi connectivity.
    What it is: Shows whether the motherboard includes onboard Wi-Fi hardware instead of requiring a separate adapter.
    When it matters: When you want wireless networking without adding an extra card.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average motherboard does not. 49.1% of motherboards support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Newer CPU socket
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has newer CPU socket than the average motherboard (LGA 1,700 vs LGA 1,151). The average motherboard uses LGA 1,151 CPU socket.
  • Integrated I/O shield
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has an integrated I/O shield, while the average motherboard does not. 46.1% of motherboards include an integrated I/O shield.
  • Rear-panel CMOS reset button
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has a rear-panel CMOS reset button, while the average motherboard does not. 26.5% of motherboards include a rear-panel CMOS reset button.
  • Newer DDR memory generation
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has newer DDR memory generation than the average motherboard (DDR5 vs DDR4). The average motherboard supports DDR4 memory.
  • 65.2% higher maximum RAM speed
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has a higher maximum RAM speed than the average motherboard (7,600 MT/s vs 4,600 MT/s). The average motherboard supports RAM speed of 4,600 MT/s.
  • 54.1% higher overclocked RAM speed
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has a higher overclocked RAM speed than the average motherboard (7,600 MT/s vs 4,933 MT/s). The average motherboard supports overclocked RAM speed of 4,933 MT/s.
  • 1 more PCIe 5.0x16 slots
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more PCIe 5.0x16 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe 5.0x16 slot/s.
  • 2 more USB 3.2 Gen2 ports
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more USB 3.2 Gen2 ports than the average motherboard (3 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 port/s.
  • 1 more USB 3.2 Gen2x2 USB-C ports
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more USB 3.2 Gen2x2 USB-C ports than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 USB-C port/s.
  • 2 more rear USB-C ports
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more rear USB-C ports than the average motherboard (3 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 rear USB-C port/s.
  • 1 more rear USB ports
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more rear USB ports than the average motherboard (9 vs 8). The average motherboard has 8 rear USB port/s.
  • 3 more total USB-C connections
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more total USB-C connections than the average motherboard (4 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 total USB-C connections.
  • 2 more total USB connections
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more total USB connections than the average motherboard (17 vs 15). The average motherboard has 15 total USB connections.
  • 2 more USB4 40Gbps ports
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more USB4 40Gbps ports than the average motherboard (2 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 USB4 40Gbps port/s.
  • 2 more Thunderbolt 3 ports
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more Thunderbolt 3 ports than the average motherboard (2 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 Thunderbolt 3 port/s.
  • 1 more USB 3.2 Gen2 headers
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more USB 3.2 Gen2 headers than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 USB 3.2 Gen2 header/s.
  • 2 more Thunderbolt 4 ports
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more Thunderbolt 4 ports than the average motherboard (2 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 Thunderbolt 4 port/s.
  • 1 more USB 3.2 Gen2x2 headers
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more USB 3.2 Gen2x2 headers than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 header/s.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average motherboard does not. 49.1% of motherboards support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi supports Bluetooth, while the average motherboard does not. 47% of motherboards support Bluetooth.
  • 135 mm shorter
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi is shorter than the average motherboard (170 mm vs 305 mm). The average motherboard height is 305 mm.
  • 74 mm narrower
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi is narrower than the average motherboard (170 mm vs 244 mm). The average motherboard width is 244 mm.
  • More VRM phases
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more VRM phases than the average motherboard (10+1+1 vs 10). The average motherboard has 10 VRM phase/s.

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  • More basic motherboard chipset
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more basic motherboard chipset than the average motherboard (Intel Z790 vs Intel B860). The average motherboard uses Intel B860 chipset.
  • No TPM connector
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi does not have a TPM connector, while the average motherboard does. 86.7% of motherboards include a TPM connector.
  • 2 fewer memory slots
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer memory slots than the average motherboard (2 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 memory slot/s.
  • 25% less maximum memory capacity
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average motherboard (96 GB vs 128 GB). The average motherboard supports 128 GB of memory.
    requires BIOS update for full capacity
  • Slower M.2 slot interfaces
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has slower M.2 slot interfaces than the average motherboard (1x PCIe 5.0x4, 1x PCIe 4.0x4 vs 1x PCIe 5.0x4, 2x PCIe 4.0x4). The average motherboard uses 1x PCIe 5.0x4, 2x PCIe 4.0x4 M.2 slot interfaces.
  • No multi-GPU support
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi does not support multi-GPU, while the average motherboard does. 54.6% of motherboards support multi-GPU.
  • Less flexible PCIe lane configuration
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has less flexible PCIe lane configuration than the average motherboard (x8/x8 vs x16/x1). The average motherboard uses x16/x1 PCIe slot lane configuration.
    Depends on slot/M.2 population.
  • 1 fewer PCIe x1 slots
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer PCIe x1 slots than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 PCIe x1 slot/s.
  • 1 fewer PCIe 3.0x16 slots
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer PCIe 3.0x16 slots than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 PCIe 3.0x16 slot/s.
  • 3 fewer USB 3.2 Gen1 ports
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer USB 3.2 Gen1 ports than the average motherboard (1 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 port/s.
  • 1 fewer DisplayPort outputs
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 DisplayPort outputs.
  • 1 fewer PS/2 ports
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer PS/2 ports than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 PS/2 port/s.
  • More basic audio codec
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more basic audio codec than the average motherboard (Realtek ALC4,050 vs Realtek ALC898). The average motherboard uses Realtek ALC898 audio codec.
    with ESS DAC.
  • 5 fewer 3.5mm audio jacks
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer 3.5mm audio jacks than the average motherboard (0 vs 5). The average motherboard has 5 3.5mm audio jacks.
    audio via external ROG Strix Hive
  • No front-panel audio header
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi does not have a front-panel audio header, while the average motherboard does. 99.7% of motherboards include a front-panel audio header.
  • No rear line-out
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi does not have rear line-out, while the average motherboard does. 99.4% of motherboards include rear line-out.
    audio via external ROG Strix Hive
  • No rear microphone input
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi does not have a dedicated rear microphone input, while the average motherboard does. 97.3% of motherboards include a dedicated rear microphone input.
    audio via external ROG Strix Hive
  • No rear line-in
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi does not have rear line-in, while the average motherboard does. 95.5% of motherboards include rear line-in.
    audio via external ROG Strix Hive
  • 2 fewer fan headers
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer fan headers than the average motherboard (3 vs 5). The average motherboard has 5 fan header/s.
  • No onboard RGB lighting
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi does not have onboard RGB lighting, while the average motherboard does. 50.3% of motherboards include onboard RGB lighting.
  • 1 fewer ARGB headers
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer ARGB headers than the average motherboard (1 vs 2). The average motherboard has 2 ARGB header/s.
  • 1 A lower pump header current limit
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has a lower pump header current than the average motherboard (1 A vs 2 A). The average motherboard provides pump header current of 2 A.
  • 2 fewer memory slots
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer memory slots than the average motherboard (2 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 memory slot/s.
    What it is: The number of RAM slots on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you want more room for future memory upgrades.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=4

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer memory slots than the average motherboard (2 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 memory slot/s.2 vs 4
  • More basic audio codec
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more basic audio codec than the average motherboard (Realtek ALC4,050 vs Realtek ALC898). The average motherboard uses Realtek ALC898 audio codec.
    with ESS DAC.
    What it is: The onboard audio codec used by the motherboard.
    When it matters: When sound quality from the built-in audio matters to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has more basic audio codec than the average motherboard (Realtek ALC4,050 vs Realtek ALC898). The average motherboard uses Realtek ALC898 audio codec.Realtek ALC4050 vs Realtek ALC898
  • 3 fewer USB 3.2 Gen1 ports
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer USB 3.2 Gen1 ports than the average motherboard (1 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 port/s.
    What it is: The number of rear USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you want more standard USB ports with faster transfer speeds.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=4

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer USB 3.2 Gen1 ports than the average motherboard (1 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 port/s.1 vs 4
  • No multi-GPU support
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi does not support multi-GPU, while the average motherboard does. 54.6% of motherboards support multi-GPU.
    What it is: Shows whether the board can run more than one graphics card in a supported multi-GPU configuration.
    When it matters: When you plan to run more than one graphics card.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi does not support multi-GPU, while the average motherboard does. 54.6% of motherboards support multi-GPU.
  • 25% less maximum memory capacity
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average motherboard (96 GB vs 128 GB). The average motherboard supports 128 GB of memory.
    requires BIOS update for full capacity
    What it is: The largest total amount of RAM the motherboard supports.
    When it matters: When you plan a build with very high memory capacity.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=128 GB

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average motherboard (96 GB vs 128 GB). The average motherboard supports 128 GB of memory.96 GB vs 128 GB
  • 5 fewer 3.5mm audio jacks
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer 3.5mm audio jacks than the average motherboard (0 vs 5). The average motherboard has 5 3.5mm audio jacks.
    audio via external ROG Strix Hive
    What it is: The number of rear 3.5mm audio jacks on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you want more analog audio connection options.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=5

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer 3.5mm audio jacks than the average motherboard (0 vs 5). The average motherboard has 5 3.5mm audio jacks.0 vs 5
  • 1 fewer DisplayPort outputs
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 DisplayPort outputs.
    What it is: The number of DisplayPort video outputs on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you want to connect compatible displays through the rear I/O.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=1

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 DisplayPort outputs.0 vs 1
  • 2 fewer fan headers
    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer fan headers than the average motherboard (3 vs 5). The average motherboard has 5 fan header/s.
    What it is: The number of headers available for case or CPU fans.
    When it matters: When your build uses several fans.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=6

    ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi has fewer fan headers than the average motherboard (3 vs 5). The average motherboard has 5 fan header/s.3 vs 5
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What customers like about ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi?

  • Comprehensive high-end feature set in a compact Mini-ITX form factor
  • Includes innovative external ROG Strix Hive for audio controls and convenient desktop I/O
  • Robust power delivery (10+1 phases) capable of handling flagship Intel i9 processors
  • Excellent connectivity options, including two Thunderbolt 4 ports and Wi-Fi 6E
  • Support for both PCIe 5.0 for the primary GPU slot and a PCIe 5.0 M.2 SSD
  • User-friendly DIY features like the M.2 Q-Latch and ROG FPS-II vertical expansion card

What customers dislike about ASUS ROG Strix Z790 I Gaming WiFi?

  • Premium pricing makes it one of the most expensive Mini-ITX options on the market
  • Physical Mini-ITX constraints limit it to only two DDR5 RAM slots and a maximum of 64GB
  • Internal storage is limited to two M.2 slots and two SATA ports, which may be insufficient for some users
  • Can experience longer boot times due to extensive memory training and feature-rich BIOS
  • Some users report the board can be finicky with specific high-speed RAM stability and training over time

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