ASRock Z790 PG SONIC - Officially Licensed Sonic the Hedgehog Gaming Motherboard

The ASRock Z790 PG SONIC is an officially licensed motherboard featuring SEGA's iconic Sonic the Hedgehog, co-launched to celebrate the release of Sonic Frontiers. This ATX motherboard combines high-performance Intel Z790 platform capabilities with distinctive Sonic-themed aesthetics, including a 16-bit spinning ring on the rear IO cover and a mid-run Sonic silhouette on the rear side.

Intel Z790 Platform Performance

Built on the Intel Z790 chipset with LGA1700 socket support, this motherboard accommodates 12th, 13th, and 14th generation Intel Core processors. The 14+1+1 phase design with Dr.MOS delivers optimized VRM performance for stable power delivery under demanding workloads. DDR5 memory support with 4 DIMM slots allows up to 256GB capacity at speeds reaching 6800MHz+ when overclocked, with both XMP and AMD EXPO profile support for extreme memory performance.

Next-Generation Connectivity

The Z790 PG SONIC features PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with surface-mount technology, ready for next-generation graphics cards. Five M.2 slots provide extensive storage expansion, including PCIe Gen5 x4 support for blazing-fast data transfer speeds with dedicated heat dissipation. Eight SATA III ports offer additional storage flexibility with RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 support.

Killer E3100 2.5G Ethernet delivers low-latency networking for competitive gaming, while Lightning Gaming Ports reduce mouse and keyboard jitter for precise control. USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C header supports front panel connectivity at 20Gbps speeds, complemented by multiple USB 3.2 Gen2 and Gen1 ports across rear IO and internal headers.

Audio and Visual Features

Realtek ALC897 7.1 channel HD audio codec paired with Nahimic Audio technology provides immersive sound with rich detail. Integrated graphics support through HDMI and DisplayPort 1.4 outputs enables multi-monitor configurations without discrete graphics. Polychrome SYNC RGB lighting allows synchronization of LED devices across multiple addressable LED headers for customized lighting effects matching the Sonic theme.

Sonic the Hedgehog Design Elements

Designed to evoke memories of Green Hill Zone ring collecting, the motherboard features fast blue and silver shard aesthetics echoing Sonic's lightning speed. The animated spinning ring on the IO cover serves as a functional and decorative element celebrating SEGA's legendary franchise.

Description

Specification

• Motherboard Type: Desktop
• Form Factor: ATX
• Socket: Intel 1700
• Chipset: Intel Z790
• #Hide#DDR Type: DDR5
• CPU Support: Click here for CPU support
• RAM Technology: DDR5 (Dual Channel)
• RAM Slots: 4 x DIMM
• RAM Speeds: Up to 6800+(OC)
• Maximum Memory: 256GB
• Graphics: Integrated Graphics*
  
  *Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types
• Graphics Ports: 1 x HDMI
  1 x DisplayPort
• Multi-GPU Support: Supports AMD CrossFire
• PCI/PCI Express: 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (supports x16 mode)
  1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (supports x4 mode)
  1 x PCIe 3.0 x1
• Storage: 8 x SATA III
  1 x M.2 (2280) - PCIe
  1 x M.2 (2280) - PCIe
  1 x M.2 (2260/2280) - PCIe
  1 x M.2 (2260/2280) - PCIe
  1 x M.2 (2260/2280) - PCIe
• RAID: "Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices
  Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 5 for M.2 NVMe storage devices"
• Wireless: -
• LAN: 2.5GB LAN
• Audio: 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec)
• USB Ports Supported: "1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (at back)
  1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (at back)
  8 x USB 3.2 Gen1 (4 at back*, 2 at mid-board)
  6 x USB 2.0 (2 at back, 4 at mid-board)
  1 x Front Panel Type-C USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Header
  
  *USB32_56 are Lightning Gaming Ports"
• Back Panel I/O Ports: 2 x Antenna Mounting Points
  1 x HDMI
  1 x DisplayPort 1.4
  2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A
  1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C
  4 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A
  2 x USB 2.0
  1 x RJ-45 LAN
  HD Audio Jacks
• Internal I/O Connectors: 1 x SPI TPM
  1 x Power LED and Speaker
  1 x RGB LED
  3 x Addressable LED
  1 x CPU Fan
  1 x CPU/Water Pump Fan
  1 x Chassis Fan
  4 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan
  1 x 24 pin ATX
  2 x 8 pin 12V
  1 x Front Panel Audio
  1 x Thunderbolt AIC
• .: 2 x USB 2.0
  1 x USB 3.2 Gen1
  1 x Front Panel Type-C USB 3.2 Gen2x2
• Accessories: 1 x User Manual
  2 x SATA Data Cables
  5 x Screws for M.2 Sockets
• Additional Features: See Overview / Video
• Package Type: Retail
• Package Weight: 2.4000 kg
• Warranty: 3 Year Replacement Warranty
• #Hide#M.2 Slot(s): Yes (M.2)
• #Hide#No. LAN Ports: 1 x LAN
• #Hide#Max LAN Speed: 2.5GB LAN
• #Hide#RGB Lighting: Out of the box RGB lighting