The GIGABYTE Z790M AORUS ELITE is a high-end micro-ATX motherboard supporting 14th, 13th, and 12th Gen Intel Core processors, featuring robust power delivery and DDR5 memory support for a powerful yet compact PC build. Key Specifications This motherboard provides a powerful platform for gaming enthusiasts and content creators, combining performance with an advanced thermal design. CPU Support: Uses the LGA 1700 socket, supporting Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors from the 12th, 13th, and 14th generations. Memory (RAM): Features 4 x DDR5 DIMM slots with dual-channel support, a maximum capacity of 192 GB, and support for overclocked speeds (up to 7600 MHz O.C. on some revisions). Storage: Includes three M.2 connectors, all supporting PCIe 4.0 x4, to facilitate high-speed NVMe SSDs, in addition to six SATA 6Gb/s ports. Networking: Equipped with Realtek 2.5GbE LAN for fast wired connections. Some variations, such as the AX or AX ICE models, also include integrated Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.3. Expansion: Comes with one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with stainless steel shielding for enhanced durability and an additional PCIe 4.0 x4 slot. Cooling: Features a comprehensive thermal solution including a fully covered MOSFET heatsink, M.2 Thermal Guards, and Smart Fan 6 technology to prevent throttling and maintain stability under full load. Features and User Experience Robust Power Design: Employs a Twin 12+1+1 phases digital VRM solution with 60A DrMOS to ensure stable power delivery and excellent thermal management, which is ideal for running high-end CPUs at full speed. DIY-Friendly: The board simplifies the building process with GIGABYTE's EZ-Latch designs for the PCIe x16 slot and M.2 connectors, allowing for quick release and screwless installation. Quality Audio: Provides high-resolution audio with high-end audio capacitors and an audio noise guard, delivering a realistic sound experience for gaming and entertainment. BIOS Management: Includes Q-Flash Plus, a feature that allows users to update the BIOS using a USB drive without installing the CPU, memory, or graphics card