ASRock Z790 Pro RS Intel LGA1700 ATX Motherboard

The ASRock Z790 Pro RS delivers reliable performance for mainstream PC builds with support for Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th generation processors. This ATX motherboard combines modern connectivity with robust power delivery in the Race Sport edition design.

DDR5 Memory and PCIe 5.0 Support

Four DDR5 DIMM slots support up to 128GB of memory with speeds reaching 6800MHz+ through overclocking and Intel XMP 3.0 profiles. The primary PCIe 5.0 x16 slot provides maximum bandwidth for current and future graphics cards, while additional PCIe 4.0 and 3.0 slots offer expansion flexibility.

Storage Configuration

Five M.2 sockets accommodate PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe drives with 64Gb/s bandwidth. The CPU-connected M2_1 slot and four chipset-connected sockets provide extensive storage expansion. Eight SATA3 ports support traditional drives with RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configurations available for both SATA and NVMe devices.

Power Delivery and Cooling

A 14+1+1 phase power design with 50A Dr.MOS components handles Intel processors efficiently. Enlarged heatsink armor covers the VRM area for thermal management. Seven 4-pin fan headers including CPU, water pump, and chassis connectors enable comprehensive cooling control through Smart Fan Speed technology.

Connectivity Options

Dragon RTL8125BG powers the 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port with bandwidth optimization software. Two USB-C ports deliver USB 3.2 Gen2 and Gen2x2 speeds at 10Gb/s and 20Gb/s respectively. The rear panel includes DisplayPort 1.4 supporting 8K 60Hz output and HDMI 2.1 for 4K 60Hz, both with HDCP 2.3 compliance. Six USB 3.2 Gen1 ports and eight USB 2.0 connections round out the USB configuration.

Integrated Features

The flexible integrated I/O shield simplifies installation. Realtek ALC897 codec with Nahimic Audio processes 7.1 channel HD audio. ASRock Polychrome SYNC controls RGB and addressable LED lighting through dedicated headers. The 128Mb AMI UEFI BIOS includes ASRock's EZ Mode interface, Instant Flash update utility, and Auto Driver Installer for streamlined setup.

Expansion and Compatibility

The standard ATX form factor (30.5cm x 24.4cm) fits most mid-tower and full-tower cases. A Thunderbolt 4 AIC header supports optional add-in cards. The M.2 Key E socket accommodates WiFi/BT modules with Intel CNVio support. Windows 10 and 11 64-bit operating systems are supported with FCC and CE certifications.