The ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero boasts robust cooling, WiFi 7 and ample PCIe 5.0 slot for unmatched performance, and it offers full compatibility with 14^thGen Intel^®Core™ processors. Meanwhile, its stealthy design is accentuated by new Polymo lighting, which illuminates the I/O shroud with a microstructural array of dual-layer RGB and adds a personalized touch of style to your gaming setup.ROG OVERCLOCKING TECHNOLOGIESPsyche up and engage the Dark Hero overclocker in you, with onboard intelligence to scan, predict, and adapt CPU performance parameters, and tools to command and track system vitals.

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ROG OVERCLOCKING TECHNOLOGIESPsyche up and engage the Dark Hero overclocker in you, with onboard intelligence to scan, predict, and adapt CPU performance parameters, and tools to command and track system vitals.

• AI OVERCLOCKING
• DIFFERENTIAL SENSING

AI OVERCLOCKINGTuning 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.

• WIFI 7Next-gen WiFi 7* chipset introduces all-new ultrawide 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.
• Learn more aboutMulti-link Operation (MLO) and WiFi 7 technology.
• *WiFi 7 features require onboard WiFi chipset, WiFi AP, and WiFi 7-supported operating systems to support the corresponding features. The 320 Mhz in the 6 GHz band may be unavailable in some regions / countries due to regulatory restrictions. Expected support for Multi-Link Operation (MLO) will be available later this year (October 2023). Please visit the ASUS support page for more information.
• **Compared to WiFi 6E
• 2.5Gb ETHERNETLow-latency gaming, speedy file transfers, and high-resolution video streaming are among the many perks of onboard Intel^®2.5 Gbps Ethernet.

A physical button unlocks the first PCIe slot's security latch with one tap, greatly simplifying the process of detaching a PCIe card from the motherboard when it's time to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device.

• MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO Gaming Desktop Motherboard
• 1 x ARGB RGB extension cable
• 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
• 1 x Thermal pad for M.2
• 1 x DDR5 fan holder
• 1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
• 3 x M.2 backplate Q-Latch packages
• 3 x M.2 backplate Rubber Packages
• 1 x Q-connector
• 1 x ROG stickers
• 1 x ROG key chain
• 1 x M.2 rubber package
• 1 x ROG VIP card
• 1 x USB drive with utilities and drivers
• 1 x Quick start guide