--- product_id: 607187256 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: "KD 574.95" currency: KWD in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/607187256-rog-maximus-z790-dark-hero-wifi-7-lga-1700-intel store_origin: KW region: Kuwait --- # 20+1+2 robust power stages 5x M.2 slots with PCIe 5.0 & 4.0 Dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports 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:** KD 574.95 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔥 Power, speed, and style — the motherboard that commands your build! ## 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?** KD 574.95 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/607187256-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 - • **Next-Gen Storage Ready:** Five M.2 slots including a blazing-fast PCIe 5.0 slot keep your SSDs cool and your load times near-instant. - • **Unmatched Power Delivery:** 20+1+2 power stages with ProCool II connectors ensure rock-solid stability for extreme overclocking. - • **Future-Proof Compatibility:** Supports Intel 12th, 13th & 14th Gen processors with DDR5 memory up to 192GB for ultimate performance scaling. - • **Cutting-Edge Thermal Design:** Massive heatsinks and L-shaped heatpipe keep VRM temps low, so your system stays cool under pressure. - • **Lightning-Fast Connectivity:** Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports plus USB 20Gbps front-panel support deliver seamless, ultra-responsive data transfer. ## Overview The ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero is a premium ATX gaming motherboard designed for Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen processors. Featuring a robust 20+1+2 power stage design, advanced thermal solutions, five M.2 slots including PCIe 5.0 support, dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, and DDR5 memory compatibility up to 192GB, it delivers elite performance and connectivity for high-end gaming and overclocking enthusiasts. ## 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: Nice board, good support. Review: ASUS Motherboard ## 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 | #58,862 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #450 in Motherboards | | Brand | ASUS | | CPU Model | Pentium | | Chipset Type | Intel Z790 | | Compatible Devices | Personal Computer | | Compatible Processors | Intel Celeron, Intel Pentium Gold | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (204) | | Graphics Card Interface | PCI Express | | Item Weight | 680 g | | Main Power Connector Type | 24-Pin | | Manufacturer | ASUS | | Memory Slots Available | 4 | | 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 | 1 | | Total PCIe Ports | 2 | | Total SATA Ports | 8 | | Total Usb Ports | 6 | | UPC | 197105339125 | | USB 2.0 | 2 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** ASUS - **CPU socket:** LGA 1700 - **Compatible devices:** Personal Computer - **Compatible processors:** Intel Celeron, Intel Pentium Gold - **Ram memory technology:** DDR5 ## Images ![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) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81b6EGY2FPL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice board, good support. *by P***N on 9 February 2025* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ASUS Motherboard *by K***E on 6 October 2024* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent and stable MOBO with great connectivity *by F***O on 29 August 2025* ## 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 - SAMSUNG 990 PRO SSD NVMe M.2 PCIe Gen4, M.2 2280 Internal Solid State Hard Drive, Seq. 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