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Gigabyte Z790 UD AX – The Ultimate Platform for Next-Gen Intel Build

The Gigabyte Z790 UD AX motherboard is engineered for users who demand peak performance, future-ready technologies, and rock-solid reliability. Whether you’re pushing the limits of multitasking, gaming with the latest GPUs, or managing heavy content workloads, the Z790 UD AX ensures your system performs at its best—today and into the future.

Designed for Intel’s Latest Processors

Full Support for LGA1700 Socket CPUs

The Gigabyte Z790 UD AX is equipped with the LGA1700 socket, supporting 13th and 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold, and Celeron® processors. With seamless compatibility across the latest Intel architectures, users benefit from industry-leading single-core performance, power efficiency, and scalability. The motherboard’s 8+8 phases parallel power design and Twin 16+1+1 phases digital VRM solution ensure consistent power delivery, enabling stable operation even under heavy workloads or overclocking.

High-Speed DDR5 Memory and Overclocking Support

Extreme Memory Profile and Dual Channel Architecture

Harnessing the next generation of memory technology, the Z790 UD AX supports DDR5 memory speeds up to 7600 MHz (O.C.), ensuring ultra-fast bandwidth and reduced latency for gaming, rendering, and data-intensive tasks. With 4 DIMM slots supporting up to 128GB, this motherboard is perfect for users who want to future-proof their system while achieving outstanding performance.

Gigabyte’s robust support for XMP 3.0 memory modules allows users to enable memory overclocking effortlessly. The board also supports both ECC (non-ECC mode) and non-ECC unbuffered memory, offering flexibility and stability for a variety of professional and enthusiast use cases.

Next-Gen Storage and Expansion Options

Triple PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Slots and 6 SATA Ports

The Z790 UD AX is built for fast and flexible storage. With three PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 connectors, users can enjoy blazing-fast NVMe SSD performance for faster boot times, application launches, and large file transfers. These M.2 slots are complemented by six SATA 6Gb/s ports for traditional hard drives or SSDs.

PCIe 5.0 Expansion for Future-Ready Graphics

For GPU integration, the EZ-Latch Plus PCIe 5.0 x16 slot delivers maximum bandwidth, perfect for the latest and upcoming high-performance graphics cards. Its screwless quick-release design simplifies GPU installation and upgrades—a small but highly convenient feature for DIY builders. The board also includes additional PCIe 4.0 and PCIe 3.0 slots, enabling multi-card setups and future expansion.

Advanced Cooling and Thermal Design

Smart Fan 6 and M.2 Thermal Guard

Stability under pressure is crucial, and the Gigabyte Z790 UD AX rises to the challenge. With Smart Fan 6, the board includes multiple hybrid fan headers, temperature sensors, and FAN STOP support, allowing for intelligent and efficient cooling.

In addition, M.2 Thermal Guards protect high-speed SSDs from thermal throttling, ensuring sustained transfer speeds even during extended operation. Combined with an advanced thermal VRM design, users can expect consistent performance across long gaming sessions or heavy productivity tasks.

Connectivity That Meets Every Need

Ultra-Fast Networking and I/O

Stay ahead with the Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN and Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) wireless module, offering high-speed, low-latency network access. With support for 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz frequency bands, and Bluetooth 5.2, the Z790 UD AX ensures fast, stable connections whether you’re gaming online, streaming 4K content, or transferring large files.

USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 and USB-C Integration

Connectivity is a standout feature of the Z790 UD AX, with extensive I/O options. Users get a USB Type-C® port with 20Gb/s (USB 3.2 Gen 2×2) on the rear, another USB Type-C® port (5Gb/s) on the front panel, plus multiple USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Type-A ports. Whether you’re connecting peripherals, external storage, or VR headsets, the board offers more than enough flexibility.

DIY-Friendly and Feature-Packed

Q-Flash Plus and BIOS Simplicity

One of the most user-friendly features of the Gigabyte Z790 UD AX is Q-Flash Plus, which allows users to update the BIOS without installing a CPU, memory, or graphics card. This ensures easy troubleshooting and future CPU compatibility, giving builders peace of mind.

The motherboard also supports Gigabyte Control Center (GCC) software for centralized control of lighting, fan profiles, and system monitoring.

Why Choose the Z790 UD AX?

The Z790 UD AX motherboard stands as a strong contender in the Z790 series lineup, offering high-end features without excessive cost. From DDR5 and PCIe 5.0 support, to 2.5GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 6E, and advanced thermal solutions, it is designed to meet the performance needs of modern gamers, creators, and power users.

If you’re building a next-gen Intel system, the Gigabyte Z790 UD AX is a wise, future-proof investment that delivers premium features, DIY-friendly design, and robust durability in one impressive package.