Supports Intel 14th gen CPUs out of the box – No BIOS update needed The ROG Maximus Z790 Apex Encore boasts a sleek all-black design, robust appearance, upgraded power solution and an onboard PCIe® 5.0 M.2 slot for lightning-fast storage.An ROG Memory Fan Kit offers active cooling to let tinkerers push DDR5 to the limit. And support for Intel® Core™ 14th generation processors lets users set new benchmarks for the wealth of activities that demand peak performance. This motherboard is the ultimate choice for enthusiasts and overclockers seeking style and power in their gaming setup. PCIe 5.0 – x1 onboard M.2 slot, and x2 PCIe 5.0 x16 slots DDR5 – Max. 96GB, DIMM FLEX, AEMP II ROG Memory Fan Kit WiFi 7 ROG DIMM.2 – Adds x2 M.2 slots in a DIY-friendly shell AI Overclocking – Effortless performance boost AI Cooling II – One-click fan tuning 24+0+2 Power Stages – Teamed Power Solution DIY-Friendly Design 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. 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 as far as 8 GT/s on the Maximus Z790 Apex Encore, 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. The ROG Maximus Z790 Apex Encore is also equipped with the ROG Memory Fan Kit – a cooling solution to solidify DDR5 stability and unleash memory overclocking. With the ROG Memory Fan Kit, your DDR5 modules can push the boundaries and reach overclocking speeds of 8400+ MT/s. Experience superior cooling performance and unlock the full potential of your memory with ease. WiFi 7 Next-gen WiFi 7 chipset introduces all-new ultra-wide 320 MHz channel bandwidth in the 6 GHz band and 4096 QAM, delivering up to 2.4X ultra-fast WiFi speeds. The revolutionary Multi-Link Operation (MLO) provides a more stable WiFi connection and lower latency, unlocking the realms of the unknown in gaming, streaming, and industrial IoT. 2.5GB Ethernet Low-latency gaming, speedy file transfers, and high-resolution video streaming are among the many perks of onboard Intel® 2.5 Gbps Ethernet. AI Cooling II Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click. A proprietary ASUS algorithm slashes unnecessary noise while running a quick stress test, and then monitors CPU temperatures to dynamically adjust fans to optimal speeds. AI Networking GameFirst is now integrated into Armoury Crate for an even better user experience. GameFirst optimises networking performance by allocating bandwidth in real time, based on intelligent algorithms designed for various application customisable usage scenarios and corresponding learning algorithms. The latest update includes dedicated support for NVIDIA® GeForce NOW to ensure the lowest latency possible during intense game streaming cloud gaming sessions. To provide a better user’s experience, GameFirst is now integrated into Armoury Crate. Grow your Gaming World with Aura Sync Up your game with complementary Aura Sync enhanced aesthetics, featuring preset lighting effects that can be easily synchronised across compatible ROG graphics cards, monitors, keyboards, and mice to give your setup a unified look. Specifications: Motherboard Type: Desktop Form Factor: ATX Socket: Intel 1700 Chipset: Intel Z790 RAM Technology:DDR5, Dual ChannelSupports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile II (AEMP II)Supports DIMM Flex RAM Slots: 2 x DIMM RAM Speeds: Up to 8400+(OC) Maximum Memory: 96GB PCI/PCI Express: 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (supports x16 or x8/x8 modes)2 x PCIe 4.0 x4 Storage: 4 x SATA III1 x M.2 (2242/2260/2280) – PCIe 5.0 x4*1 x M.2 (2242/2260/2280) – PCIe 4.0 x41 x M.2 (2242/2260/2280) – SATA & PCIe 4.0 x4via ROG DIMM.2: 1 x M.2 (2242/2260/2280/22110) – PCIe 4.0 x4via ROG DIMM.2: 1 x M.2 (2242/2260/2280/22110) – PCIe 4.0 x4*shares bandwidth with PCIEX16(G5)_2 and PCIEX16(G5)_1. When M.2_1 is occupied with SSD device, PCIEX16(G5)_2 will be disabled and PCIEX16(G5)_1 will run x8 only RAID: Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10 Wireless: Intel Wi-Fi 72×2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency bandSupport Wi-Fi 7 320MHz bandwidth, up to 5.8Gbps transfer rate.Bluetooth v5.4 LAN: 2.5GB LAN Audio: ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080 USB Ports Supported: Rear:1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C5 x USB 10Gbps Type-A4 x USB 5Gbps Type-AFront:1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C with up to 60W PD/QC4+)4 x USB 5Gbps2 x USB 2.0 Back Panel I/O Ports: 1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C5 x USB 10Gbps Type-A4 x USB 5Gbps Type-A1 x Wi-Fi Module1 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet5 x Gold-plated audio jacks1 x Optical S/PDIF out1 x BIOS FlashBack button1 x Clear CMOS button1 x PS/2 Keyboard1 x PS/2 Mouse Internal I/O Connectors: 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan1 x 4-pin AIO Pump2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan2 x 4-pin Full Speed Fan1 x W_PUMP+1 x 2-pin Water In1 x 2-pin Water Out1 x 3-pin Water Flow1 x Extra Flow Fan1 x 24-pin Main2 x 8-pin +12V 1 x 8-pin PCIe3 x M.2 (Key M)1 x DIMM.2 slot supports 2 x M.2 (Key M)4 x SATA 6Gb/s1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C2 x USB 5Gbps2 x USB 2.01 x 80 Light Bar jumper3 x Addressable Gen2 headers1 x Alternative PCIe Mode Switch 1 x Aura RGB2 x BCLK button1 x BIOS Switch button1 x FlexKey button1 x Front Panel Audio1 x LN2 Mode jumper1 x Osc sence1 x Pause switch12 x ProbeIt Measurement Points1 x ReTry button2 x RSVD switches1 x RSVD header1 x Safe Boot button1 x Slow Mode switch1 x Start button1 x 10-1 pin System Panel1 x Thermal Sensor1 x Thunderbolt (USB4)1 x V_Latch switch Accessories: 1 x ROG DIMM.2 with heatsink1 x M.2 pad for ROG DIMM.22 x M.2 screw package for ROG DIMM.21 x Thermal pad for M.21 x ROG Memory Fan Kit1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna1 x Q-connector1 x ROG VIP card3 x M.2 Q-Latch packages for M.2 backplate3 x M.2 backplate Rubber Packages 1 x USB drive with utilities and drivers1 x Quick start guide Package Weight: 3.7000 kg Manufacturer Warranty: 3 Years