ASUS PRIME Z790-P LGA1700 DDR5 Motherboard

ASUS PRIME Z790-P is an ATX motherboard for the LGA1700 platform, aimed at a stable mid-range to high-end build with current Intel processors. The combination of Intel Z790 chipset and DDR5 memory gives you a foundation for a fast system that you can upgrade comfortably in the future. You get a modern graphics card slot PCIe 5.0 x16, three M.2 slots with PCIe 4.0 x4 support, and up to 128 GB DDR5 RAM. The board is suitable for gaming, productivity, and more serious systems where you want a balance between capabilities and price.

What you get: LGA1700 socket with support for 13th and 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors, so you can start with a more affordable CPU and later switch to a more powerful model without changing the motherboard. The four DDR5 slots, supporting dual-channel memory and frequencies up to 7200+ MHz (OC), allow you to squeeze the maximum from faster kits, especially useful for gaming and working with heavy applications. The three M.2 slots with PCIe 4.0 x4 provide space for several very fast NVMe SSDs – separate for the system, games, and projects, without being limited to SATA speeds. The Realtek 2.5GbE LAN chip gives you higher network bandwidth than the standard 1 Gbit, useful for large transfers, NAS, or online gaming. The built-in Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound audio is sufficient for a normal gaming/multimedia setup without the need for an external card.

• Socket LGA 1700 and chipset Intel Z790 – a stable platform for the latest Intel 13th and 12th Gen Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors.
• Support for DDR5 memory with up to 128 GB in 4 DIMM slots and frequencies up to 7200+ MHz (OC) for high bandwidth and better system responsiveness.
• Three M.2 slots with PCIe 4.0 x4 (and SATA for M.2_3) – a flexible choice between maximum NVMe speed and compatibility with a wider range of SSDs.
• One PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for a graphics card plus 3 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4 mode) and 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 for additional cards – space for expansions like a capture card, sound card, or additional controller.
• 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s ports with support for RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 – a good foundation for mass storage solutions or a combination of speed and reliability.
• Built-in Realtek 2.5GbE LAN (2.5 Gbit/1 Gbit/100 Mbit) for faster wired connection, useful for large file transfers and low ping.
• Built-in audio Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC for multimedia and gaming without the need for a separate audio card.
• Power connectors 1 x 24-pin, 1 x 8-pin and 1 x 4-pin provide stable power delivery to the CPU and other components.

Who it is suitable for: The motherboard is a logical choice for gaming and work configurations based on 13th/12th Gen Intel, where you want DDR5, plenty of M.2 storage, and a serious graphics card slot. It is also suitable for streamers or creative builds with several additional cards. If you are looking for mandatory Wi-Fi and Bluetooth from the motherboard, you will need to add a separate card or external adapter.

The combination of Z790, DDR5, PCIe 5.0 x16, and three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots makes ASUS PRIME Z790-P a strong foundation for a long-term build that you can develop for years without changing the platform.