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ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi review: 109 specs compared

Avg. price:~£300CPU socket:LGA 1700Chipset:Intel Z790Form factor:ATX

ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi Review: Compare 109 technical specifications and 14 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Motherboards category and whether it is worth buying.

ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi
8.2/10

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists, owners and ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 20%, List score 20%, Sentiment score 10%, User score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

40%

8.2

Technical score

20%

8.6

Reviews score

20%

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List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

7.8

Sentiment score

10%

8.5

User score

★Better than 93% of motherboards
8.4

Value for money

Value for money
8.4/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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Score components

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–²Better than 88%
8.2

Technical score

Technical score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

19%

8.9

Memory

16%

8.9

Platform

16%

7.5

Storage

15%

8.4

Network

13%

6.8

Ports

8%

7.2

Expansion

8%

9.1

Power & Cooling

5%

9.6

Audio

â–²Better than 88%
8.6

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
Share: Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 78% of models

80%

8.4

Average grade

20%

9.4

Popularity

Grades by review (14)
11 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
â–²Better than 78%
8.5

User score

User score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.9, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 10% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 55% of models

70%

8.6

Rating

30%

8.4

Popularity

â–²Better than 55%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 20% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi

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Reviewers like the tool-free installation and decent networking, but most feel the storage slots fall short.
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Technical Specifications of motherboard ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi

Technical score
Technical score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components:

19%

8.9

Memory

16%

8.9

Platform

16%

7.5

Storage

15%

8.4

Network

13%

6.8

Ports

8%

7.2

Expansion

8%

9.1

Power & Cooling

5%

9.6

Audio

8.2
Reviews score
8.6
User score
8.5
List score
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Value for money
Value for money
8.4/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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Score components:

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

8.4
CPU socket
LGA 1700
This motherboard uses LGA 1700, which is more up-to-date than 54.7% of Motherboards and the same as 22.7% of Motherboards.
CPU platform
Intel
Chipset
Intel Z790
This motherboard uses Intel Z790, which is more capable than 77% of Motherboards and as capable as 6.3% of Motherboards.
Form factor
ATX
Integrated graphics support
yes
This motherboard supports integrated graphics. 10.2% of motherboards support this feature.
Rear outputs: HDMI + DisplayPort.
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DDR memory version
DDR5
This motherboard uses DDR5, which is more modern than 63.8% of Motherboards and the same as 36.2% of Motherboards.
Memory slots
4
Market range: <2 – >4
This motherboard has 4 Memory slots, which is more than 21.9% of motherboards and equal to 72% of motherboards.
Maximum memory capacity
192 GB
Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
This motherboard supports up to 192 GB of memory, which is more than 72% of motherboards and equal to 10.4% of motherboards.
Memory channels
2
Maximum RAM speed
7,800 MT/s
Market range: <2.1k MT/s – >8k MT/s
This motherboard supports memory speeds up to 7,800 MT/s, which is higher than that of 83.2% of motherboards and equal to that of 1.6% of motherboards.
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What reviewers say
N. of M.2 sockets
4
Market range: <0 – >4
This motherboard has 4 M.2 sockets, which is more than 84.1% of motherboards and equal to 10.7% of motherboards.
M.2 slot interface per slot
3x PCIe 4.0 x4, 1x PCIe 4.0 x4/SATA
This motherboard offers M.2 slots: 3x PCIe 4.0x4, 1x PCIe 4.0x4/SATA, which is faster than 73.9% of Motherboards and the same as 1.9% of Motherboards.
N. of SATA 3 connectors
4
Market range: <4 – >8
This motherboard has 4 SATA 3 connectors, which is more than 6.1% of motherboards and equal to 46.8% of motherboards.
Supported RAID levels
0/1/5/10
This motherboard RAID support: 0/1/5/10, which is more flexible than 32.5% of Motherboards and the same as 67.5% of Motherboards.
NVMe RAID support
yes
This motherboard supports NVMe RAID. 40.2% of motherboards support this feature.
Intel RST support
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What reviewers say
N. of PCIe 5.0 x16 slots
1
Market range: <0 – >1
This motherboard has 1 PCIe 5.0x16 slots, which is more than 68.4% of motherboards and equal to 26.6% of motherboards.
N. of PCIe 4.0 x16 slots
1
Market range: <0 – >1
This motherboard has 1 PCIe 4.0x16 slots, which is more than 55.2% of motherboards and equal to 35.7% of motherboards.
runs at x4 mode
N. of PCIe 3.0 x16 slots
1
Market range: <0 – >3
This motherboard has 1 PCIe 3.0x16 slots, which is more than 40.5% of motherboards and equal to 26.8% of motherboards.
runs at x1 mode
PCIe slot electrical configuration
x16/x4/x4/x1/x1
This motherboard splits its PCIe lanes as x16/x4/x4/x1/x1, which is more generous than 90.3% of Motherboards and the same as 0.4% of Motherboards.
PCIe bifurcation support
yes
This motherboard supports PCIe bifurcation. 40.3% of motherboards support this feature.
x8/x8.
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Total USB ports (rear I/O)
8
Market range: <6 – >10
This motherboard has 8 USB ports (rear I/O), which is more than 40.6% of motherboards and equal to 30.3% of motherboards.
Total USB ports (including headers)
15
Market range: <11 – >19
This motherboard has 15 USB ports (including headers), which is more than 47.7% of motherboards and equal to 13.5% of motherboards.
Total USB-C ports (rear I/O)
2
Market range: <0 – >2
This motherboard has 2 USB-C ports (rear I/O), which is more than 84.2% of motherboards and equal to 12.2% of motherboards.
Total USB-C ports (including headers)
3
Market range: <0 – >3
This motherboard has 3 USB-C ports (including headers), which is more than 84.7% of motherboards and equal to 10.9% of motherboards.
N. of USB 3.2 Gen2x2 ports (USB-C)
1
Market range: <0 – >1
This motherboard has 1 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 ports (USB-C), which is more than 82.1% of motherboards and equal to 17.7% of motherboards.
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What reviewers say
LAN speed
2.5 Gbps
Market range: <1 Gbps – >2.5 Gbps
This motherboard supports LAN speeds up to 2.5 Gbps, which is higher than that of 49% of motherboards and equal to that of 41.4% of motherboards.
LAN controller
?
N. of RJ45 ports
1
Market range: <1 – >2
This motherboard has 1 RJ45 ports, which is fewer than 14.4% of motherboards and equal to 85.6% of motherboards.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This motherboard supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 50% of motherboards support this feature.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
This motherboard uses Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), which is newer than 71.5% of Motherboards and the same as 16.7% of Motherboards.
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What reviewers say
Audio codec
Realtek S1220A
This motherboard uses Realtek S1220A, which is higher-end than 85.8% of Motherboards and the same as 1.2% of Motherboards.
Audio channels
7.1
This motherboard offers 7.1 audio channels, which is more than 4.7% of motherboards and equal to 95.3% of motherboards.
Audio SNR
120 dB
Market range: <95 dB – >120 dB
This motherboard has an audio SNR of 120 dB, which is higher than that of 55.6% of motherboards and equal to that of 41% of motherboards.
Headphone amp support
yes
This motherboard supports a headphone amp. 41.2% of motherboards support this feature.
headphone amp on rear port.
N. of 3.5mm audio jacks
5
Market range: <2 – >6
This motherboard has 5 3.5mm audio jacks, which is more than 50.6% of motherboards and equal to 36.3% of motherboards.
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VRM phases
18
This motherboard has 18 VRM phases, which is more than 88.5% of motherboards and equal to 0.5% of motherboards.
N. of CPU power connectors
2
Market range: <1 – >2
This motherboard has 2 CPU power connectors, which is more than 54.9% of motherboards and equal to 44.8% of motherboards.
N. of fan headers
8
Market range: <3 – >8
This motherboard has 8 fan headers, which is more than 82.2% of motherboards and equal to 15% of motherboards.
Pump header
yes
This motherboard has a pump header. 22.1% of motherboards include this feature.
Pump header max current
1 A
Market range: <0 A – >3 A
This motherboard supports up to 1 A on the pump header, which is lower than that of 56.5% of motherboards and equal to that of 19.6% of motherboards.
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What reviewers say

ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi vs the average motherboard

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  • 2 more M.2 sockets
    This motherboard has more M.2 sockets than the average motherboard (4 vs 2). The average motherboard has 2 M.2 socket/s.
    4 vs 2
  • More modern memory type
    This motherboard uses a more modern memory type than the average motherboard (DDR5 vs DDR4).
    DDR5 vs DDR4
  • 1 more PCIe 5.0x16 slots
    This motherboard 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
    This motherboard 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
  • More up-to-date socket
    This motherboard uses a more up-to-date socket than the average motherboard (LGA 1700 vs LGA 1151).
    LGA 1,700 vs LGA 1,151
  • More capable onboard audio
    This motherboard has a higher-end audio codec than the average motherboard (Realtek S1220A vs Realtek ALC897).
    Realtek S1220A vs Realtek ALC897
  • 1 more rear USB-C ports
    This motherboard has more rear USB-C ports than the average motherboard (2 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 rear USB-C port/s.
    2 vs 1
  • More VRM phases
    This motherboard has more VRM phases than the average motherboard (18 vs 10). The average motherboard has 10 VRM phase/s.
    18 vs 10
  • 17.8% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    â–² Better than 78% of models

    80%

    8.4

    Average grade

    20%

    9.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (14)
    11 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    8.6 vs 7.3
  • 9% better value for money
    ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi has better value for money than the average motherboard (8.39 vs 7.7).
    8.39 vs 7.7
  • 14.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.9, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 10% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
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    â–² Better than 55% of models

    70%

    8.6

    Rating

    30%

    8.4

    Popularity

    8.5 vs 7.4
  • More up-to-date socket
    This motherboard uses a more up-to-date socket than the average motherboard (LGA 1700 vs LGA 1151).
    LGA 1,700 vs LGA 1,151
  • Integrated I/O shield
    This motherboard has an integrated I/O shield, while the average motherboard does not. 46.6% of motherboards include an integrated I/O shield.
  • More modern memory type
    This motherboard uses a more modern memory type than the average motherboard (DDR5 vs DDR4).
    DDR5 vs DDR4
  • 50% more maximum memory capacity
    This motherboard has more maximum memory capacity than the average motherboard (192 GB vs 128 GB). The average motherboard supports 128 GB of memory.
    192 GB vs 128 GB
  • 66% higher maximum RAM speed
    This motherboard has a higher maximum RAM speed than the average motherboard (7,800 MT/s vs 4,699.5 MT/s). The average motherboard supports RAM speed of 4,699.5 MT/s.
    7,800 MT/s vs 4,699.5 MT/s
  • 56% higher overclocked RAM speed
    This motherboard has a higher overclocked RAM speed than the average motherboard (7,800 MT/s vs 5,000 MT/s). The average motherboard supports overclocked RAM speed of 5,000 MT/s.
    7,800 MT/s vs 5,000 MT/s
  • 2 more M.2 sockets
    This motherboard has more M.2 sockets than the average motherboard (4 vs 2). The average motherboard has 2 M.2 socket/s.
    4 vs 2
  • 1 more PCIe 5.0x16 slots
    This motherboard 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 PCIe 4.0x16 slots
    This motherboard has more PCIe 4.0x16 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe 4.0x16 slot/s.
    runs at x4 mode
    1 vs 0
  • 1 more PCIe x4 slots
    This motherboard has more PCIe x4 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe x4 slot/s.
    1 vs 0
  • More generous lane split
    This motherboard splits its PCIe lanes more generously than the average motherboard (x16/x4/x4/x1/x1 vs x16/x0/x4, x8/x8/x4).
    x16/x4/x4/x1/x1 vs x16/x0/x4, x8/x8/x4
  • 1 more USB 3.2 Gen2x2 USB-C ports
    This motherboard 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
  • 1 more rear USB-C ports
    This motherboard has more rear USB-C ports than the average motherboard (2 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 rear USB-C port/s.
    2 vs 1
  • 1 more USB 3.2 Gen2 USB-C ports
    This motherboard has more USB 3.2 Gen2 USB-C ports than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 USB 3.2 Gen2 USB-C port/s.
    1 vs 0
  • 1 more USB 3.2 Gen2 ports
    This motherboard has more USB 3.2 Gen2 ports than the average motherboard (2 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 port/s.
    2 vs 1
  • 2 more total USB-C connections
    This motherboard has more total USB-C connections than the average motherboard (3 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 total USB-C connections.
    3 vs 1
  • 1 more USB4 or Thunderbolt headers
    This motherboard has more USB4 or Thunderbolt headers than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 USB4 or Thunderbolt header/s.
    1 vs 0
  • 1 more USB 3.2 Gen2 headers
    This motherboard 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.
    Gen 2x2 Type-C header
    1 vs 0
  • More recent Wi-Fi standard
    This motherboard has a more recent Wi-Fi standard than the average motherboard (Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Supports Bluetooth
    This motherboard supports Bluetooth, while the average motherboard does not. 49% of motherboards support Bluetooth.
  • More capable onboard audio
    This motherboard has a higher-end audio codec than the average motherboard (Realtek S1220A vs Realtek ALC897).
    Realtek S1220A vs Realtek ALC897
  • 5 dB higher audio SNR
    This motherboard has a higher audio SNR than the average motherboard (120 dB vs 115 dB). The average motherboard has audio SNR of 115 dB.
    120 dB vs 115 dB
  • 2 more 3.5mm audio jacks
    This motherboard has more 3.5mm audio jacks than the average motherboard (5 vs 3). The average motherboard has 3 3.5mm audio jacks.
    5 vs 3
  • More VRM phases
    This motherboard has more VRM phases than the average motherboard (18 vs 10). The average motherboard has 10 VRM phase/s.
    18 vs 10
  • 1 more CPU power connectors
    This motherboard has more CPU power connectors than the average motherboard (2 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 CPU power connectors.
    2 vs 1
  • 2.5 more fan headers
    This motherboard has more fan headers than the average motherboard (8 vs 5.5). The average motherboard has 5.5 fan header/s.
    8 vs 5.5
  • 1 more ARGB headers
    This motherboard has more ARGB headers than the average motherboard (3 vs 2). The average motherboard has 2 ARGB header/s.
    3 vs 2
  • Includes onboard RGB lighting
    This motherboard has onboard RGB lighting, while the average motherboard does not. 50% of motherboards include onboard RGB lighting.
  • Slower NVMe storage slots
    This motherboard has slower M.2 slots than the average motherboard (3x PCIe 4x4, 1x PCIe 4x4/SATA vs 1x PCIe 5x4, 2x PCIe 4x4).
    3x PCIe 4.0x4, 1x PCIe 4.0x4/SATA vs 1x PCIe 5.0x4, 2x PCIe 4.0x4
  • More basic chipset
    This motherboard uses a more basic chipset than the average motherboard (Intel Z790 vs Intel B860).
    Intel Z790 vs Intel B860
  • 2x more expensive
    ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi is more expensive than the average motherboard (£300 vs £150).
    £300 vs £150
  • 1 A lower pump header current limit
    This motherboard 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.
    1 A vs 2 A
  • 2x more expensive
    ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi is more expensive than the average motherboard (£300 vs £150).
    £300 vs £150
  • More basic chipset
    This motherboard uses a more basic chipset than the average motherboard (Intel Z790 vs Intel B860).
    Intel Z790 vs Intel B860
  • Slower NVMe storage slots
    This motherboard has slower M.2 slots than the average motherboard (3x PCIe 4x4, 1x PCIe 4x4/SATA vs 1x PCIe 5x4, 2x PCIe 4x4).
    3x PCIe 4.0x4, 1x PCIe 4.0x4/SATA vs 1x PCIe 5.0x4, 2x PCIe 4.0x4
  • 1 A lower pump header current limit
    This motherboard 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.
    1 A vs 2 A

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
ErockOnTech
≈ estimated
31/03/2024
Feature overview · benchmark and convenience features
Verdict
ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi is a feature-rich board for PC newcomers and console switchers, though a few convenience features are missing.
9.0
Tech Man Pat
≈ estimated
07/01/2024
Overview · board layout, connectors and features
Verdict
ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi is a recommended board, especially for overclocking, though it is overkill for most users.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
thefpsreview.com
✓ explicit
18/12/2023
Hands-on test · Mid-range board
Verdict
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi is a capable mid-range board with plenty of expansion and easy-to-use M.2 slots, suited to gamers who don't need PCIe 5.0 storage.
7.0
alktech.co
≈ estimated
08/10/2023
Lab test · Z790 Refresh board
Verdict
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi is a decent mid-range board with a solid power setup, PCIe 5.0 graphics and good audio, but it lacks Wi-Fi 7.
8.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
24/12/2023
Hands-on test · Budget Z790 board
Verdict
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi is a budget-priced Z790 board with four M.2 sockets and memory support up to DDR5-7800, but it has no PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot.
8.0
digitalcitizen.life
✓ explicit
05/10/2025
Hands-on test · Mid-range Z790 board
Verdict
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi is a solid, good-looking mid-range board with five PCIe slots and fast USB ports, suited to gamers building around a 14th-Gen Intel chip.
6.6
geekawhat.com
✓ explicit
17/10/2023
Review · Mid-range Z790 board
Verdict
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi is a solid mid-range board with plenty of fast rear USB, but it lacks PCIe 5.0 SSD support and has only modest power delivery.
9.5
overclock3d.net
≈ estimated
17/10/2023
Lab test · Value Z790 board
Verdict
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi is a bargain gaming board with full Z790 features, four M.2 slots and eight rear USB ports, without breaking the bank.
9.0
hardwareinside.de
≈ estimated
11/11/2023
Hands-on test · Rugged Z790 board
Verdict
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi is a sturdy ATX board with four M.2 slots and strong power stages, but its box contents are sparse.
10
fr.root-nation.com
✓ explicit
28/10/2023
Hands-on test · Gaming PC build
Verdict
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi is a strong gaming board with simple overclocking tools and full 14th Gen support, at a competitive price.
9.0
es.gamegpu.com
≈ estimated
25/11/2023
Benchmark review · Mid-range Z790 board
Verdict
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi is a mid-range board with an easy-to-use EZ Mode for beginners, a deep advanced BIOS for experts, and many M.2 and PCIe slots.
9.0
smartworld.it
≈ estimated
21/10/2023
Benchmark test · Core i9 build
Verdict
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi is a strong, no-frills gaming board that suits most builders, but it isn't built for extreme overclocking.
8.0
techgaming.nl
✓ explicit
11/12/2023
Hardware review · Mid-range Z790 board
Verdict
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi is a solid, good-looking board with two rear USB-C ports, but it has few USB-A ports and no PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi

  • Native support for 14th Gen Intel processors without needing an immediate BIOS update
  • Enhanced power delivery with 16+1+1 power stages that easily handle high-end CPUs like the i9-14900K
  • DIY-friendly features including the Q-Antenna, PCIe Slot Q-Release, and screwless M.2 Q-Latches
  • Robust thermal management with enlarged VRM heatsinks and heatsinks for three out of four M.2 slots
  • High-speed connectivity featuring a front-panel USB 20Gbps Type-C port with 30W Power Delivery (PD) fast charging
  • Improved DDR5 memory overclocking support, reaching speeds up to 7800+ MT/s
  • Solid military-grade build quality that prioritizes stability and performance over flashy aesthetics

What customers don't like about ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi

  • Lacks Wi-Fi 7 support, which is found in several competing 'Z790 Refresh' motherboards
  • No PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot for the latest ultra-fast SSDs, limited to PCIe 4.0 for storage
  • Minimal RGB lighting compared to previous generations, which may disappoint users seeking more 'bling'
  • Rear I/O is limited to eight total USB ports, which may be insufficient for users with many peripherals
  • One M.2 socket lacks a dedicated heatsink, potentially leading to thermal throttling on that specific drive
  • Occasional reports of RAM stability issues in specific dual-channel configurations (A2/B2 slots)

Verdict

The ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-PRO WiFi is a rugged ATX motherboard designed for Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen processors on the LGA 1700 socket, featuring a robust 16+1+1 power stage design (60A) and support for DDR5 memory speeds up to 7800+ MT/s (OC). Its primary strengths include a high-speed PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for next-gen GPUs, four M.2 slots (PCIe 4.0), WiFi 6E connectivity with a magnetic Q-Antenna, and DIY-friendly innovations like the PCIe Slot Q-Release and M.2 Q-Latch. Additionally, it offers premium features like 30W USB Power Delivery 3.0 via the front panel and AI-driven overclocking and cooling optimizations. However, some drawbacks include the lack of any PCIe 5.0-capable M.2 slots, limited rear USB-A connectivity compared to some competitors, and the absence of WiFi 7 support found on newer 'refresh' alternatives.

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