AMD · 2008
AMD 790X chipset
The AMD 790X chipset, released in 2008, is a mid-range chipset for AMD processors with AM3+ socket, supporting DDR2 memory and PCIe 2.0.
The AMD 790X chipset is a mid-range chipset released in 2008 for AMD processors. It uses the AM3+ socket and is built on a 65 nm process node. The chipset provides 16 PCIe 2.0 lanes and supports DDR2 memory, but does not support ECC memory. It includes 6 SATA III ports and 12 USB 2.0 ports. CPU overclocking is supported. This chipset is designed for use with AMD CPUs and compatible motherboards, targeting mainstream desktop systems.
Specifications
| Socket unverified | AM3+ |
|---|---|
| Platform unverified | AMD 790X |
| Process node unverified | 65 nm |
| PCIe version unverified | 2.0 |
| Total PCIe lanes (chipset) unverified | 16 |
| Memory support unverified | DDR2 |
| ECC memory support unverified | No |
| SATA III ports unverified | 6 |
| USB 2.0 ports unverified | 12 |
| CPU overclocking unverified | Yes |
| Release year unverified | 2008 |