ASRock Z790 Nova WiFi Phantom Gaming Motherboard

The ASRock Z790 Nova WiFi Phantom Gaming motherboard delivers extreme performance for Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen processors with LGA1700 socket. Built on an 8-layer PCB with 2oz copper inner layers, this ATX motherboard provides exceptional signal integrity and power delivery for demanding gaming and productivity workloads.

Advanced Power Delivery System

Equipped with a robust 20+1+1 power phase design featuring 90A Smart Power Stage (SPS) technology, the Z790 Nova WiFi ensures smooth, stable power delivery to your CPU. High-density power connectors handle higher current than traditional 8-pin configurations, supporting aggressive overclocking while maintaining system stability. Premium 20K-hour rated capacitors extend component lifespan and enhance long-term reliability.

DDR5 Memory and Storage Expansion

Four DDR5 DIMM slots support memory speeds up to 8000MHz+ with Intel XMP 3.0 profiles, accommodating up to 192GB total capacity. The motherboard features six M.2 sockets, including one PCIe Gen5 x4 slot delivering 128Gb/s bandwidth for next-generation NVMe SSDs. Additional M.2 slots support PCIe Gen4 x4 configurations, while four SATA3 ports provide legacy storage connectivity. XXL aluminum heatsinks with anti-drop screw design keep high-speed M.2 drives cool under sustained loads.

PCIe 5.0 Graphics Support

The primary PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with Surface Mount Technology and reinforced steel construction supports the latest graphics cards with 128GBps bandwidth. A secondary PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (x4 mode) and PCIe 3.0 x1 slot provide additional expansion options. AMD CrossFire multi-GPU configurations are supported for enhanced graphics performance.

Premium Connectivity Features

Killer E3100G 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet delivers low-latency networking optimized for gaming. The integrated WiFi 7 (802.11be) module supports 2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz bands with 320MHz channel bandwidth, Bluetooth 5.4, and MU-MIMO technology. Rear I/O includes USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (20Gb/s), four USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports, DisplayPort 1.4, and HDMI 2.1 for integrated graphics output. Front panel headers support USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C and multiple USB 3.2 Gen1 connections.

Advanced Cooling and RGB Control

Eight fan headers with automatic PWM/DC detection support CPU fans, water pump configurations, and chassis fans with customizable curves. Thermistor cable headers enable precise temperature monitoring. ASRock Polychrome SYNC RGB and addressable LED headers allow synchronized lighting effects across compatible components.

Integrated Audio and Software

Realtek ALC4082 codec with separate PCB layers for left/right channels delivers 7.1 channel HD audio with Nahimic Audio enhancement. The Phantom Gaming Tuning utility, Killer Control Center, and ASRock's UEFI interface with Auto Driver Installer simplify system configuration and optimization.