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Asus ROG Maximus Z790 Hero BTF Gaming Desktop Motherboard - Intel Z790 Chipset - Socket LGA-1700 - ATXThe Asus ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is the flagship ATX motherboard designed for serious gamers and PC enthusiasts who demand elite performance, precise tuning, and pristine cable management. Built around the Intel Z790 chipset and LGA 1700 socket, this motherboard pairs cutting edge PCIe 5. 0 technology with a robust power design and a hidden connector layout that keeps cables neatly tucked away for airflow efficiency and a clean build aesthetic. Whether
The Asus ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is the flagship ATX motherboard designed for serious gamers and PC enthusiasts who demand elite performance, precise tuning, and pristine cable management. Built around the Intel Z790 chipset and LGA-1700 socket, this motherboard pairs cutting-edge PCIe 5.0 technology with a robust power design and a hidden-connector layout that keeps cables neatly tucked away for airflow efficiency and a clean build aesthetic. Whether you’re chasing record-breaking overclocks, flawless multi-GPU setups, or ultra-fast storage arrays, the Maximus Z790 Hero is engineered to deliver the reliability and control you need to push your rig to the limit. From the moment you unbox it, you’ll notice the premium components, refined engineering, and meticulous attention to detail that define ROG’s approach to elite gaming hardware.
The Maximus Z790 Hero isn’t just about raw speed; it’s about intelligent design that unlocks more consistent performance with less clutter. The hidden-connector design supports clean cable management, reducing clutter inside the chassis and enabling improved airflow. This translates into cooler operation under load, quieter thermals, and more stable performance when you’re running intensive workloads or pushing the system to extremes. The motherboard’s high-power slot is optimized for graphics cards that demand substantial current, helping to maintain stable voltage delivery to the GPU under heavy gaming or compute tasks. Together, these features create a calmer, more efficient foundation for a high-end gaming rig or productivity workstation that can take advantage of the most demanding components on the market.
- Premium power delivery for overclocking: The board features a strong 20+1+2 phase power design to supply clean, stable power to the CPU and memory. This includes high-current VRMs and smart thermal management to keep critical components cool during sustained loads, enabling higher overclock headroom and more consistent performance in modern multiplayer games, rendering tasks, and VR workloads.
- DDR5 support with AEMP II & DIMM Flex: Enjoy faster memory speeds and improved bandwidth with DDR5 support, optimized by AEMP II (Adaptive Memory Power) and DIMM Flex to improve memory training and stability. This leads to snappier system responsiveness, quicker application loading, and smoother multitasking when running memory-intensive titles or software suites.
- Five M.2 slots and PCIe 5.0 NVMe onboard: The Maximus Z790 Hero provides five high-speed M.2 slots and a PCIe 5.0 NVMe slot onboard for ultra-fast storage arrays. You can configure multiple NVMe drives for rapid data access, rapid game level loading, and swift media workflows, while PCIe 5.0 ensures you’re ready for the next generation of solid-state drives and bandwidth-hungry applications.
- PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot with Q-Release slim: The PCIe 5.0 x16 slot uses SafeSlot technology for extra retention and durability, ensuring a secure GPU installation even in taller or heavier graphics cards. The Slim Q-Release mechanism makes it easy to install and remove GPUs without forceful maneuvers, reducing the risk of damage during upgrades or maintenance.
- Intel Wi-Fi and premium connectivity: Integrated Intel Wi‑Fi provides fast wireless networking for gaming, streaming, and downloads without needing a separate PCIe card. The board also supports robust wired networking options to minimize latency and maximize frame consistency in online play and data-heavy tasks.
Technical Details of Asus ROG Maximus Z790 Hero
- Form Factor: ATX
- Chipset: Intel Z790
- Socket: LGA 1700
- Memory Support: DDR5 with AEMP II & DIMM Flex
- VRM Power Design: 20+1+2 phases for CPU, memory, and chipset power management with enhanced cooling
- PCIe Slots: PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot for GPUs, PCIe 5.0 NVMe slot onboard
- Storage: Five M.2 slots for high-speed NVMe storage configurations
- Networking: Intel Wi‑Fi integrated for wireless connectivity
- Cable Management: Hidden-connector design to keep cables away from critical components and improve airflow
- Build Quality: Premium components, robust heatsinks, and reinforced PCIe slots for durability
How to install Asus ROG Maximus Z790 Hero
- Prepare your workspace with an anti-static mat and a clean, dry environment. Gather a compatible power supply, CPU, memory modules, storage drives, and your chosen cooling solution.
- Install the CPU into the LGA 1700 socket, aligning the notch on the CPU with the socket guide. Gently place the CPU and secure the socket lever as per the motherboard manual. Ensure the CPU is seated correctly before proceeding.
- Install memory modules into the DDR5 slots, following the CPU/memory compatibility guidelines. Use the recommended dual- or quad-channel configuration to maximize memory bandwidth and stability.
- Attach your M.2 NVMe drives to the five M.2 slots, using the appropriate heatsinks where provided. Secure each drive with its mounting screw and confirm that the drives are properly seated for optimal performance and cooling contact.
- Mount the motherboard in your case with the standoffs in the correct positions. Connect the 24-pin ATX power to the motherboard and the 8-pin (or 4+4) CPU power connector. Attach the GPU to the PCIe x16 SafeSlot, ensuring it’s firmly seated.
- Connect PCIe device power cables, chassis fans, and, if available, a dedicated fan or pump header for your cooling system. Use the hidden-connector design to route cables behind the motherboard tray for clean cable management and better airflow.
- Connect front panel USB, audio, and system status cables according to the motherboard’s labeled headers. Double-check all connections before powering on for the first time.
- Power up and enter the BIOS to configure XMP for memory, set boot priorities, and apply any preferred overclocking or performance profiles. Update the BIOS to the latest version if necessary to ensure maximum compatibility with the latest CPUs and memory kits.
- Install your operating system, drivers, and any desired utility software (e.g., Armory Crate) to monitor and tune performance. Take time to run stability tests and benchmark your system to verify that all components are functioning correctly and within safe thermal margins.
Frequently asked questions
- What CPUs are compatible with the Asus ROG Maximus Z790 Hero? The motherboard uses the Intel Z790 chipset and Socket LGA-1700, compatible with 12th and 13th generation Intel Core processors. For best results, pair with a recent Alder Lake or Raptor Lake CPU and enable the appropriate BIOS settings.
- How many M.2 slots does it have? The Maximus Z790 Hero provides five M.2 slots, enabling expansive high-speed storage configurations for fast games, modules, and data workloads.
- Does it support DDR5 memory? Yes. It supports DDR5 memory with AEMP II and DIMM Flex for improved stability, overclocking headroom, and efficient memory power management.
- Are PCIe 5.0 features included? Yes. The motherboard includes PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot for GPUs and a PCIe 5.0 NVMe onboard slot to leverage the latest high-speed storage devices.
- Is wireless connectivity available on this board? Yes. The board includes Intel Wi‑Fi, providing robust wireless networking options for gaming, streaming, and downloads without needing an extra PCIe card.
- What about cable management and cooling? The hidden-connector design helps keep cables tucked away and improves airflow, while high-quality heatsinks and VRMs keep power delivery cool under load for more stable performance.
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★★★★★ 5
A good one, albeit not a perfect one
It is a comprehensive look into the series with lots of wonderful art.
I felt that it was thinner than the previous book from the Avatar series but I'm not talking about the length of the book (I know this one has less pages an only covers one season) but rather about the "insights" into the creative process. While the previous book felt full to the seams and you could feel that there was a lot of important material that didn't fit, you also felt that all the material that did was included was the best. In this one for Korra, you feel that there were many important things left out that should have been included and there are some things that were included that doesn't feel as important...
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Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2013
★★★★★ 5
Everything you wanted put into a art book
I loved this art book. It showed me basically everything I wanted to see from back drops used and unused, old character designs and how some things came to be or what they were inspired by. The commentary is great though rarely confusing (Ex: at one point they commentary refers to a picture in the top right but says "As you can see by the design in the middle" the middle being something completely different) I feel like this book is a must for fans and people interested in the art of the series alike.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2015
★★★★★ 5
This is how you make an artbook!!
It's so awesome to open an artbook and see every stage of the character and how it all came together. It's always fun and interesting to know how Korra was made, and why whe looks the way it looks. It's really cool to read the different ideas that came up for a certain character and why they decided that a certain design worked better than the previous ones! It's also really interesting and delicious to read about how they inspired themselves in known architecture to create the environment in this tv series.
I simply loved it and I'm excited to know that I'll be buying the other Korra artbooks!!!
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Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2014
★★★★★ 4
Great artwork for a great series!! Recommended to artists, animators and fans of the series
It's been a while since the Avatar: The Last Airbender series ran on TV. I really loved that series because it dealt with a lot of eastern cultures themes and it was not the average children TV show. Despite its children characters the show runners manged to find a balance between drama and comedy.
Now about the art book: that series (Avatar) had its own book (all seasons in one single book) but this time we are getting one book entirely dedicated to the first season, which makes it great. Why? Because we are getting more artwork per episode, most of it in full-color.
I would have liked to see more of the character design, I mean how they got to the final version. Most of the characters are shown in their final version with some costume variants but that's it, no development. One thing missing this time (both from the series and this book) is the animal designs. They had a lot 2-animal-fusion designs on the previous show but this time we get to see almost nothing. I know it is because the series is takes place mainly in Republic City. And wow! what a nice city it is.
All the artwork dedicated to set Republic City's mood, the 1920s, the steam-punk influence, the fashion, everything just fits perfectly! There is a couple of aerial views (day & night) which are my favorite from the book. This new guy they hired to do the background paintings has done a great job!
Every background and every building design have so much detail that they will make your jaw just drop. I like the fact they are paintings with no pencil lines, just paint brushed over the design, which makes it look richer!
Now, I am giving this book a 4-star rating because of the reasons I have already explained and the fact that we are not getting that much in-depth information like we got from the Avatar art book . I must say this is not an animation book, this is an art book that depicts backgrounds, characters and vehicles. You will get to see a few storyboarded sequences but this book is not intended to teach you about animation.
I seriously recommend this book to any person interested in art and animation. The artwork is so well achieved that you will be left wanting to see more.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2014
★★★★★ 5
Inspirational for Concepts and Illustration
I am learning to be a Concept Designer and Illustrator and this art book is inspirational. This art book has well presented examples for most every part of the conception and finishing process for characters, environments, costumes, props, and story. It has a good amount of design concepts from everything about the series first season: character designs, character sheets, building and city designs, costumes, vehicles, etc. I only wish is was longer/bigger. They could put all 4 seasons into one large encompassing volume.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2016