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product_id: 571685531
title: "ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero (WiFi 7) LGA 1700(Intel 14th &13th&12th Gen) ATX Gaming Motherboard(PCIe 5.0x16, 5xM.2 Slots,DDR5,2X Thunderbolt 4 Ports, USB Type-C Front-Panel)"
brand: "asus"
price: "€ 1900.67"
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category: "Asus"
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# 20+1+2 power stages for extreme stability WiFi 7 + Dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports 5 M.2 slots with PCIe 5.0 & 4.0 blazing speeds ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero (WiFi 7) LGA 1700(Intel 14th &13th&12th Gen) ATX Gaming Motherboard(PCIe 5.0x16, 5xM.2 Slots,DDR5,2X Thunderbolt 4 Ports, USB Type-C Front-Panel)

**Brand:** asus
**Price:** € 1900.67
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Dominate your build with ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero — where power meets precision.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero (WiFi 7) LGA 1700(Intel 14th &13th&12th Gen) ATX Gaming Motherboard(PCIe 5.0x16, 5xM.2 Slots,DDR5,2X Thunderbolt 4 Ports, USB Type-C Front-Panel) by asus
- **How much does it cost?** € 1900.67 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/571685531-rog-maximus-z790-dark-hero-wifi-7-lga-1700-intel)

## Best For

- asus enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted asus brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Thermal Mastery:** Massive heatsinks and L-shaped heatpipe design keep VRMs cool under heavy overclocking and gaming marathons.
- • **Next-Gen Storage Speeds:** Five M.2 slots including PCIe 5.0 support let you build a lightning-fast NVMe SSD array that future-proofs your rig.
- • **Unmatched Power Delivery:** 20+1+2 robust power stages with ProCool II connectors ensure rock-solid performance for Intel 14th & 13th Gen CPUs.
- • **Future-Ready DDR5 Support:** Supports up to 192GB DDR5 RAM with XMP profiles for ultra-responsive multitasking and gaming performance.
- • **Ultimate Connectivity Suite:** Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, USB 20Gbps front-panel Type-C, and WiFi 7 keep you connected with zero bottlenecks.

## Overview

The ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero is a premium ATX motherboard engineered for Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen processors. It features a cutting-edge 20+1+2 power stage design, PCIe 5.0 x16 slots, five M.2 slots with advanced cooling, DDR5 memory support up to 192GB, dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, and WiFi 7 connectivity. Designed for gamers and overclockers, it delivers exceptional stability, blazing-fast data transfer, and future-proof expandability in a sleek, durable package.

## Description

ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero (WiFi 7) is designed for gaming enthusiasts and extreme overclockers and built to unleash the maximum performance of 13th &12th generation Intel® Core™ processors. ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero continues to build on the legacy of its predecessors by packing upgraded power and lightspeed connectivity under an all-new ROG ID design exterior, the latest Hero is ready to take the helm of your high-end gaming build.

Review: Great Motherboard Thank you - Perfect motherboard — it handles high‑MHz workloads with ease, and it pairs flawlessly with my Intel i9‑14900K. The overall size is great, performance is outstanding, and the functionality is top‑tier. You get plenty of USB ports (four in total) for Windows installation and extra peripherals. The LED display is a great touch, and installation was incredibly easy. Truly an excellent board.
Review: OMG this mobo is amazing - OK, I know there is a lot of competition out there in the market of motherboards. There are absolutely better deals that can be found in regards to price to performance comparisons. Mother boards used to be cost conscious; now their prices are getting to extreme levels for those of you who are enthusiasts. If you are on a budget or want a board that has great performance, but won't hit your wallet so hard, this mobo might not be for you. With that said, if you have the budget, or if you've been saving for a computer build and you know what you want and you want to have options to explore now or grow into down the road, this board is AMAZING! If you are a gamer, get this board. If you want to explore water cooling, get this board. If you want to use plenty of m.2 drives rather than sata ssds, get this board. If you're into RGB and want plenty of configuration options, get this board. There are so many features, you won't be disappointed. And now for a few caveats. Scalpers have gotten bad. Not only do they scalp gpus, but aspect scalping mobos have become a thing. This board is already expensive enough. Scalpers but up the available stock and try to resell for $150-$600 over msrp. DO NOT BUY AT THIS PRICE! You can find much better boats for that price if you desire. But if you are patient, you will be able to find this board for msrp, so wait it out, purchase from a trustworthy source, and then enjoy all the possibilities this board brings. Next, the Armory Create software is a little buggy. It might be better to update your drivers one-by-one from asus website rather than using armory create, but I've noticed this isn't always the case for everyone. Personally, I feel Armory Crate comes with a lot of bloatware, and I found myself deselecting several programs during installation. But, whatever you do, absolutely upgrade your BIOS firmware. This board can handle DDR5 RAM at higher frequencies, but to utilize the XMP settings without compatibility issues, make sure you have the latest BIOS version. Updating is not as scary as people make it out to be, and it will ensure you have the latest security features and compatibility with the latest RAM. Another worthy mention is that I haven't upgraded my system in 7 years. The mobo I'm coming from is the old ROG z290 Maximus Code IX. It was a great board for the time, but that bugger is long outdated. Going from that board to this one is night and day. It cannot be stated how much of a performance boost this board allows for. But as there is such a huge leap in technology, I'll admit I'm a little biased because dang-near anything would have been a huge upgrade for me. TL;DR: If you have the money and want plenty of options and are an enthusiast, this board will be great for you; if you're on a budget or don't need all the extra functionality, there are much better options out there.

## Features

- Intel LGA 1700 socket: Ready for Intel Core 13th Gen processors, Intel Core 12th Gen, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
- Robust Power Solution: 20+1+2 power stages with dual ProCool II power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes, and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors
- Optimized VRM Thermals: Massive heatsinks integrated with the I/O cover, joined by an L-shaped heatpipe, and connected to the power stages with high-conductivity thermal pads
- Latest M.2 Support: Onboard PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot, and four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots all with substantial cooling solutions
- Abundant Connectivity: Dual Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C ports, USB 20Gbps Type-C front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W and USB Wattage Watcher, six additional USB 10Gbps ports, two PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots, HDMI 2.1

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CJMT2723 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #33 in Computer Motherboards |
| Brand | ASUS |
| CPU Model | Pentium |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1700 |
| Chipset Type | Intel Z790 |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Compatible Processors | Intel Core 14th & 13th Gen |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 937 Reviews |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI Express |
| Item Weight | 1.5 Pounds |
| Main Power Connector Type | 24-Pin |
| Manufacturer | ASUS |
| Memory Slots Available | 3 |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 64 GB |
| Model Name | ROG MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO |
| Model Number | ROG MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO |
| Number of Ports | 18 |
| Platform | Windows |
| Processor Socket | LGA 1700 |
| RAM Memory Technology | DDR5 |
| Ram Memory Maximum Size | 192 GB |
| S/PDIF Connector Type | Optical |
| System Bus Standard Supported | SATA 3 |
| Total Number of HDMI Ports | 4 |
| Total PCIe Ports | 4 |
| Total SATA Ports | 4 |
| Total Usb Ports | 6 |
| UPC | 197105339125 |
| USB 2.0 | 2 |
| Warranty Description | 3 years |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** ASUS
- **CPU Model:** Pentium
- **CPU Socket:** LGA 1700
- **Chipset Type:** Intel Z790
- **Compatible Devices:** Personal Computer
- **Compatible Processors:** Intel Core 14th & 13th Gen
- **Memory Storage Capacity:** 64 GB
- **Model Name:** ROG MAXIMUS Z790 DARK HERO
- **Platform:** Windows
- **RAM Memory Technology:** DDR5

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Motherboard Thank you
*by S***N on February 22, 2026*

Perfect motherboard — it handles high‑MHz workloads with ease, and it pairs flawlessly with my Intel i9‑14900K. The overall size is great, performance is outstanding, and the functionality is top‑tier. You get plenty of USB ports (four in total) for Windows installation and extra peripherals. The LED display is a great touch, and installation was incredibly easy. Truly an excellent board.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ OMG this mobo is amazing
*by D***S on March 5, 2023*

OK, I know there is a lot of competition out there in the market of motherboards. There are absolutely better deals that can be found in regards to price to performance comparisons. Mother boards used to be cost conscious; now their prices are getting to extreme levels for those of you who are enthusiasts. If you are on a budget or want a board that has great performance, but won't hit your wallet so hard, this mobo might not be for you. With that said, if you have the budget, or if you've been saving for a computer build and you know what you want and you want to have options to explore now or grow into down the road, this board is AMAZING! If you are a gamer, get this board. If you want to explore water cooling, get this board. If you want to use plenty of m.2 drives rather than sata ssds, get this board. If you're into RGB and want plenty of configuration options, get this board. There are so many features, you won't be disappointed. And now for a few caveats. Scalpers have gotten bad. Not only do they scalp gpus, but aspect scalping mobos have become a thing. This board is already expensive enough. Scalpers but up the available stock and try to resell for $150-$600 over msrp. DO NOT BUY AT THIS PRICE! You can find much better boats for that price if you desire. But if you are patient, you will be able to find this board for msrp, so wait it out, purchase from a trustworthy source, and then enjoy all the possibilities this board brings. Next, the Armory Create software is a little buggy. It might be better to update your drivers one-by-one from asus website rather than using armory create, but I've noticed this isn't always the case for everyone. Personally, I feel Armory Crate comes with a lot of bloatware, and I found myself deselecting several programs during installation. But, whatever you do, absolutely upgrade your BIOS firmware. This board can handle DDR5 RAM at higher frequencies, but to utilize the XMP settings without compatibility issues, make sure you have the latest BIOS version. Updating is not as scary as people make it out to be, and it will ensure you have the latest security features and compatibility with the latest RAM. Another worthy mention is that I haven't upgraded my system in 7 years. The mobo I'm coming from is the old ROG z290 Maximus Code IX. It was a great board for the time, but that bugger is long outdated. Going from that board to this one is night and day. It cannot be stated how much of a performance boost this board allows for. But as there is such a huge leap in technology, I'll admit I'm a little biased because dang-near anything would have been a huge upgrade for me. TL;DR: If you have the money and want plenty of options and are an enthusiast, this board will be great for you; if you're on a budget or don't need all the extra functionality, there are much better options out there.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is the board you want for your high end Arrow Lake build!
*by P***W on September 10, 2025*

Top of the line Intel Z890 motherboard. This is the elite board if you're into top end performance, with it's crucial 2x DIMM memory setup, this board allows for some of the best memory overclocks for high throughput and low latency. The VRM assures that the CPU and all components are properly powered with clean and stable power. Plenty of connectivity with ample on board NVME slots, and an extra Asus exclusive DIMM.2 NVME board with additional NVME connectivity. Excellent and robust BIOS support and BIOS options. Asus is quick to provide updates and the BIOS has an abundant amount of options to tweak and tune to your hearts content. This allows you to maximize the Arrow Lake CPU to squeeze every last frame from your games or tune the chip for low power and noise. Great looking board, lots of goodies in the box, and well packaged.

## Frequently Bought Together

- ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero (WiFi 7) LGA 1700(Intel 14th &13th&12th Gen) ATX Gaming Motherboard(PCIe 5.0x16, 5xM.2 Slots,DDR5,2X Thunderbolt 4 Ports, USB Type-C Front-Panel)
- Intel® CoreTM i9-14900K New Gaming Desktop Processor 24 (8 P-cores + 16 E-cores) with Integrated Graphics - Unlocked
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