Intel · 2022
Intel Z790
The Intel Z790 is a desktop chipset released in 2022, supporting LGA 1700 sockets and offering extensive connectivity and overclocking capabilities.
The Intel Z790 chipset, released in October 2022, is designed for desktop platforms with LGA 1700 sockets. It features a TDP of 6 W and supports PCIe 3.0 and 4.0, with a total of 28 chipset PCIe lanes. The chipset includes 8 SATA III ports and multiple USB ports: 5 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, 10 USB 3.2 Gen 2, 10 USB 3.2 Gen 1, and 14 USB 2.0. It also integrates Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (Gig+) and an integrated MAC for Ethernet. The Z790 supports CPU and memory overclocking (XMP/EXPO) and includes Intel Rapid Storage Technology. It is used with Intel Core processors of the 12th and 13th generations.
Specifications
| Socket unverified | LGA 1700 |
|---|---|
| Platform | Desktop |
| TDP | 6 W |
| PCIe version | 3.0, 4.0 |
| Total PCIe lanes (chipset) | 28 |
| DMI version | 4.0 |
| ECC memory support | No |
| SATA III ports | 8 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ports | 5 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports | 10 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports | 10 |
| USB 2.0 ports | 14 |
| Integrated Ethernet | Integrated MAC |
| Integrated Wi-Fi | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211(Gig+) |
| Intel Rapid Storage Technology | Yes |
| CPU overclocking | Yes |
| Memory overclocking (XMP/EXPO) | Yes |
| Release date | 2022-10-01 |
| Release year | 2022 |
| Launch MSRP | 57 USD |