GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS Elite AX (LGA 1700/ Intel Z790/ ATX/ DDR5/ Quad M.2/ PCIe 5.0/ USB 3.2 Gen2X2 Type-C/Intel WiFi 6E/ 2.5GbE LAN/Q-Flash Plus/PCIe EZ-Latch/Gaming Motherboard)

EDIT: After some testing with new parts and tinkering with settings, I've figured that the main issue stemmed from the RAM, not the motherboard. I've never used DDR5 before so maybe it's something to do with that, but I've found it impossible to use at full speed and have it be stable. Never ever use XMP. I've learned my lesson there. Also fixed my issue with boot up times/lighting not starting properly by messing with ErP and Fast Boot settings in the BIOS. Glad I get to use this board, it's got wonderful I/O and it's simple enough for what I need.ORIGINAL: Just built my new PC and this motherboard has given me the most issues out of any parts by far. To start off with the bad, it has some power issues, fan lights will often not turn on or off alongside the PC, it takes a while to start up most of the time, and I can not use my RAM to its fullest speed. Using the motherboard's built in XMP with 4x16GB DDR5-6400 MHz RAM causes only crashes when using the PC. (memtest shows 0 errors with the RAM itself.) Games will crash quickly and sometimes the entire system just blue-screens or freezes, and every time it's related to the XMP, and I know this because going to a lower XMP profile, it works fine. Still a few crashes but it's never anywhere near as bad as using it at full speed. This motherboard also just has some build quality issues. USB-3 plugin came off with the connector, making the pins exposed. Thankfully it still works, but that's definitely not reassuring when it comes off that easily.As for the good, this motherboard has a lot of I-O. 4 USB 2.0 ports on the back for your keyboard, mouse, etc. is always nice. Lots of USB 3.0 ports and also tons of slots on the motherboard itself. The NVME storage is very nice and has a good built-in heatsink for them. The motherboard itself also looks super clean, and is incredibly simple to install.This motherboard definitely has a lot of potential, it's possible I got a faulty board, and if I get more problems I'll definitely end up getting a new one from a different brand. But, if you wanna take a chance, then this one could definitely work. For now, I think there's a lot of issues that need ironing out and if you plan on getting high-end parts, you may want to look for something with more assured quality.

This is one of the best budget motherboards you can get. The layout is fantastic.everything is easy to get to, all the fan headers are together at the bottom of the motherboard away from hard to get to areas, everything is spaced very well giving you a lot of flexibility to make cable management 10x better. DDR5 3x16 PCIe Lanes (not all are 16, in fact one is 8 one is 4 and one is PCIE3) however they are spaced far enough apart and allow for any size nic. the PCIe 3.0 (bottom) is good for the 10G Nic (youll get around 8-9ish i think?) the top is good for the GPU and the middle one is good for anything that needs the extra speed, if you dont have anything that needs the extra speed place youe 10G nic there ive purchased a lot of motherboards for low end to high end, this might be my favorite one.

Good. had no issues with it. And I punished it over the time I had it with OC and more. It has so many wonderful settings and everything is running smooth. I got a i714000k and it runs well in it. I got it as the bundle.

I recently built a new PC using the GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS Elite AX, and it has exceeded all my expectations. This motherboard is packed with features that make it perfect for both gaming and productivity, especially if you’re looking to take advantage of the latest hardware.Build Quality & Design:The build quality is top-notch, and the sleek, modern design with RGB accents looks amazing in my case. It feels sturdy, and the layout is well-thought-out, making installation straightforward.Performance & Features:This board is future-ready with PCIe 5.0 support, DDR5 compatibility, and quad M.2 slots, making it ideal for high-speed storage solutions. The Intel Z790 chipset ensures excellent performance, and the WiFi 6E and 2.5GbE LAN offer blazing-fast networking options. The USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C port is another great addition for high-speed data transfer.Ease of Use:Features like Q-Flash Plus and PCIe EZ-Latch make it super easy to update BIOS and install components without hassle. These small touches are a huge time-saver, especially for those who frequently upgrade their builds.Compatibility:I paired this motherboard with an Intel 13th-gen CPU and DDR5 RAM, and the performance has been flawless. Overclocking was smooth thanks to the robust power delivery system and cooling design.Verdict:The GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS Elite AX is a powerhouse motherboard that combines cutting-edge technology with ease of use. Whether you’re building a high-performance gaming rig or a workstation, this board has everything you need and more. Highly recommended!