GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS ELITE X WIFI7 : Best board reviewed all year!
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- Опубликовано: 4 авг 2024
- The Z790 AORUS ELITE X WiFi 7 is simply the best board I have seen all year! We got severe upgrades as well as some innovative moves coming from Gigabyte.
Just watch, rewatch, and let the people know! This is the best board I reviewed in the past 6 months!
Enjoy!
Buy the Z790 AORUS ELITE X WiFi 7: amzn.to/46yh46g
CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
02:26 The PCB
03:12 Design
03:49 RGB
04:05 CPU socket
05:00 VRM
07:05 RAM
08:08 M.2 SSD
11:07 PCIe Expansion
12:16 Back IO
14:47 Z790 CHIPSET
15:12 Front Panel Connectors
15:31 Cooling
16:22 Troubleshooting
17:14 Conclusion 
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You are the best motherboard reviewer! Keep up the great work bro
yeah awesome vids you present, bought one of these boards ,then really happy to find this vid that demonstraes better value for money spent
Laurent, you are the BEST reviewer especially when it comes to Motherboards. I never feel the need to go and watch any other channel for a Motherboard review once I see your take on it. Keep up the good work.
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Laurent, excellent review as always ! In depth, well founded, your jokes crack me up every time and i often watch your reviews even though i`m not in the market for a new motherboard. I hope your channel blows up in the future, but even if not, i will always watch your reviews ! No question, in the motherboard segment you are the N.1 reviewer ! Constructiv criticism: If you had an vrm temperatur comparisson chart of all the board`s you testet (for one specific socket), that would be great.
Thanks for the kind words :)
I'm planning to do an over all short video with my first 3 picks
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Keep it up, and hope this channel reaches milestone subscribers in due time, it really deserves it! I chose an msi z790 tomahawk with wifi for my last build because of your review on the msi boards, and couldnt be happier with it! Thanks!
Can i ask what is your favorite pick for a mini atx (m-atx) mobo, for a small sized backup pc, that can game modestly (with bluetooth +wifi)?
he isn’t so good at all. He forgot to mention VRM and it’s heatsink is overkill. He also is completely wrong about ram. Not a single kit running 4 sticks will reach even close to 7000 mhz. Also you won’t get producitivity increase from higher clock speeds / more GB ram in productivity or even gaming, it really depends on each application. This guy just list spec sheet in a fancy way and that’s it. Also nvme heating up isn’t an issue, especially with a heatsink so his recommendation to leave the middle one empty is stupid. If you really worry about temps add a fan
@@deivytrajan Can I ask you what mobo do you have in your currently configuration ? Thanks
My fav mobo nerd is back. Great video as always.
Well done Sir ! Great Review :)
A review with passion. La chaîne d'avis parfaite merci.
Best review ever. This helps me for choosing best mobo for my new gaming and forex/futures hybrid trading PC.
i live just hoping for another laurent's choice mb review videos. Life flows me by and the consistency of these videos keep me grounded and bring peace to me. Comfort in times of sadness, and recess during times of contentment. I salute and bow down to you my friend.
Hands down... The most touching comment I ever received. Bowing down back to you my fellow nerd !
Might mention u on my Dark Hero review ;)
Will a Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE fit on the MOBO? PCpartpicker says that there could be complications?
Ooh yeah, i love me some motherboard reviews. Greetings and thank you, Laurent.
Vince in the HOUSE!
Great review! Just a little addendum. I am the proud owner of the Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Elite AX rev. 1.1. This motherboard also have 90A smart power stages. Gigabyte seems to has upgraded the power delivery since you made the review.
Hello Laurent, do you have any recommendations like this for the ryzen 7800x3d cpu?
Hi! Planing to get new Z790 main board for my new i7 13700 CPU. The price point for this model is what I can afford, but there is also MSI Carbon WiFi7 main board that is very similar and at the same price now. Help pleas... which one is the best choice = most stable, best build quality and future proofed ? Thanks!
How does it compare to MSI PRO Z790-A MAX WIFI?
Did you observe any coil whine?
I am a simple man, I see Laurent's new Videos...I click !
Can the RGB on the motherboard be turn off permanently? As I hate RGB
Hi thanks for the wonderfull video !!!! May i ask if i install Corsair Dominator 4x16 g 6600 with 14700k my system will be stable ?? because i read that 4 sticks of ram has a lot of problem with z790 modo
thanks a lot in advance
Does this really support 12th gen Intel CPU? The Gigabyte website says only supports 13th and 14th gen. Can someone please confirm?
Great as always! In-depth and informative. I was wondering tho, Laurent. Will you ever cover Asrock motherboard? If so, what do you think of the new Taichi Lite series.
Now that u mentioned it... obviously i have to :) Taichi it is!
YAY! you're my go-to channel for motherboard reviews, and nothing would make me happier than your review of Asrock motherboards! Looking forward to it.@@Laurentschoice
Hi Laurent! I just noticed that you show the MB as having USB 3.1 header, when I think it is a USB 3.2 1st gen header your. Just subbed you. Great review!
It's a big controversy of the 2020s :) is it 3.1 or 3.2.1st gen :)?
It's both... They used the these two names at different times :)
Welcome to the channel Rong :)
Thank you for the review! should the AIO pump connect to the SYS_FAN4_PUMP header or the CPU_OPT header?
Sys fan pump
May i ask if its better to get m2 (samsung 980pro) with heatsink or without for this mobo? A friend of mine have a brand new 980pro with heatsink to give me but i dont know if it fits.!!
Both heatsinks are equivalently good
Installed this last night with an i7 13700K. Ridiculously easy to install and looks great in the case. Definitely inspires confidence in terms of build quality. Mine is an all air build - all black with Noctua NH-U12A Chromax Black cooler. The heat sink just barely interferes with the rear fan but not by much.
Can't get the wifi to work, any tips? Are you using windows 10 or 11
Yes... I mentioned it in.the review... go to the board support page and download the wifi adapter driver. Then it will work !
For some weird reason, the WiFi driver wouldn‘t work on Windows 10. I had to upgrade to Windows 11 for it to function. Also keep in mind that there are two revisions of this motherboard: 1.0 and 1.1 - make sure to choose the correct driver. Revision 1.0 requires a MediaTek driver, revision 1.1 requires an Intel driver.
Thanks for letting us know. It'll help others
Привіт.Чи вистачає лише повітряного охолодження для такого процесору?
Very nice review. I'm planning build my very first PC and I think I will get this mobo after watching this. Hope you don't mind me asking, I see you have the Corsair dominator in the video, I'm wondering should I be worry if the memory I am thinking to get is not on the QVL list? I am thinking to get the 32gb 6400C32 dominator - CMT32GX5M2B6400C32, but on the memory support list for this, there are only the vengeance and the 64GB dominator CMT64GX5M2B6400C32. Thank you and have a nice day!
Thanks for watching :)
Don't worry b about it not being on the list. Works great
where is SYS_FAN connector for backward chasse fan?? WHERE IS IT??
Is this motherboard gen 14 ready?
Glad to see at least 1 Thunderbolt 4 port. In the front panel is nice too.
Hello, do you think Master X would be a better option? I don't want to go up to Extreme but I just can't be sure which one to get between Elite X and Master X.
Well I just published the Pro X... And today starting the Master X
@@Laurentschoice when do you think the review will be published :)
The board handles an i9 14900k as well. Also , these VRMs are good enough to even allow a slight to moderate overclocking of said 14900k. As for stock, it is perfectly fine for even a 14900KS.
The only error in your review was saying that the VRMs aren't suited for anything more than an i7 .
Do you think this is the go to for a i9 14900k? I'm trying to find a good MOBO for my setup that'll have the 14900k; along with 4080 super and ddr5.
@@flugel3562 i'm using this mobo with the i9-14900K with RTX 4090.
Hey bro, rev 1.0 has MediaTek wifi chip while rev 1.1 has Intel wifi chip (I think), which in your opinion would be better? and how do I find rev 1.1, I can only find rev 1.0.
I’m currently buying parts and think the aorus z790 x series should be good, thanks
Why you care about wi-fi chip, the will both work flawlessly
Subscribed!!!
Love all around !
What are differences between this board and normal Z790 Aorus Elite X version (besides WiFi)?
If you mean X AX version then just wifi. Not sure about simply X but looks same and has same description
would this work with an i9 13900k?
Awesome review! Would you recommend this motherboard over the Maximus Z790 Dark Hero??
So I am releasing the dark hero review tomorrow ...... And I do the comparison ...... :)
@@Laurentschoice your an angel
great review as always Laurent...to the point AND fun to watch !!! MSI MAG Z790 Tomahawk MAX also wifi 7 and 1 m2 PCIe 5.0 ...did you have the chance to check it out? any thoughts?
I've ordered it !!!! :)))))
@@Laurentschoicemay i want to ask u dose it work on AMD.was the best op overkill board with this beast of a motherboard they slap about bc i wanna get a gaming pc op n ovetkill
Tomahawks are trash due 6 pcb layers and same price as 8 pcb boards like aorus. You get ~600mhz lower ram speeds compared to Aorus X series
This and tomahawk max or both same price in country , what do I do !!!!
How does the audio compare to something like a soundblaster x?
Equivalent but need software tunning
Laurent, excellent review, what is the difference Z790 AORUS Elite X AX vs Z790 AORUS Elite AX wifi7, only wifi7?
VRM size, PCB layering , RAM speed , Wifi 7.
Go in my conclusion, I went into more details. :)))
@@Laurentschoiceboth are 8pcb layers with 2 vcc aux vrm and same bios so same ram speed. Same 16 cpu vrms
Only difference is wi-fi chip
@@Tpecep I'm not wi fi user so i think i will buy AX
Do we need to upgrade the motherboard bios for it to work on 14700k ?
No ur good :)
Does it support a reset button on the case?
Yes
можешь сказать, просто по-русски, что лучше MSI Pro Max Wifi 7 или эта материнка?
hey man, do you need to make a bios update if you use a i9 14th gen ? I am not sure because it says it supports 14th gen processors
Nope. It's ready for it. I would know. I tried for you :)
all these new boards are ready for 14th Gen. SMH!
Have you looked at the Asrock Z790 Nova? I am looking at that and this board but leaning towards the Aorus.
@@Press222 I went with the Aorus and I have been very happy with it; excellent board
@@Press222 no problem! It’s been a great board. Solid bios and boots quickly; zero complaints
Have you compared this to the other z790x boards?
I did. Did u watch the PRO X video ?
It is good for creators?
Just ordered this board with an I7-13700k. You said it should only be paired with an I7K, but you didn't say why. Maybe I'm dumb, but would of been interesting to hear.
Why do you only recommend i7? why not i9?
Love the board on paper but the m.2 placement is a deal breaker for me. Ive roasted a m.2 ssd before under my graphics card. Never again... nor do I want to uninstall my card every time I want access to them. Plus running Linux.. the wifi 7 prob doesn't have a driver yet. Good review. TY
Any coil whine ?
Not at all (i5 13600k)
Together&Forever :D
Well... uploaded a video just for u ... to be published tomorrow...
Also got u a nice Xmas present.
Got an email address??
Hi , this is good motherboard for i9 13900 non k . Rtx4090 .
Bro... In the title you say "...reviewed all year!", and than in the description you say "...reviewed in the past 6 monts!". -Video is uploaded in October. So, care to explain whats the deal ? - No, srsly... you are like a proffesional youtuber, you know...and I am letting ppl know. Jokes asside, tnx 4 the review, helped a lot. Cool intro, and keep up the good work. ^^
Can you pair this with the i9 12900k?
Yes. More then capable with a 14900k also.
any coil whine?
Not at all (i5 13600k)
Hey, comparing 3 MBs which one do you think would be the best
Z790 AORUS ELITE X WiFi 7
Z790 MAG TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI
TUF GAMING Z790-PRO WIFI
Preparing a build, an upgrade package to be precise, and I'd like a word of advice on recommended motherboards
Aorus is the best out of these. Other two boards has 6 pcb layers, worse signalling and more heat on pcb, less ram oc capability
@@Tpecep Yeah, checked it out, and decided to go even higher end with the Z790-E Gaming Wifi II
Same for non WiFi x version?
Yes
Thanks for an enjoyable review of a great Z790 board! I just wish this board (and all motherboards) would have an LED hex post code display. Since I don’t overclock, maybe I’ll use this with an i9-13900 or i9-14900 once it’s available.
now that ASUS has been proven to be covering flaws, be not trustworthy etc.. Which motherboard company would u reckon is the most solid one? In terms of stability, durability and to trust them that the motherboard wont ruin the whole build...
My personal opinion nowadays is MSI and to an extent Asrock
"Sell me this pen" you did, I just ordered one :)
The link in the description takes you to the GIGABYTE Z790 AORUS Elite AX, in the UK at least.
Oh let me take a look into it :)
Thanks. :)
If u keep searching in the same search session I still get a small.tiny bitsy comission. ;)
@@Laurentschoice - no probs. I don't mind that at all given the value you provide me in making a decision. Out of interest, if you don't mind sharing, if I was to buy a new mobo using your affiliate link, how much do you make from Amazon?
Actually YT should also show u the board next to me video. I do get a commission there too.
It usually is anywhere between 5 to 10 bucks depending of the model :)
No thunderbolt 4 in back i/o is a shame really...
Please compare it with ASRock Z970 Nova. Thank you
Ordered the Nova and Taichi today, for you and Antonio :)
@@Laurentschoice that was very unexpected! Thank you!
why 12th gene :O? we have 14th now
I used z790 elite ax with 13700k
It has some major problems the most annoying one was the coil wine , and overclocking wise it has the most stupid bios I've ever seen
Like you but a cpu ratio and save exit and maybe it's 100mhz lower, the e-cores overclocking was completely broken... I don't know if they resolved these problems and i think they are not , for me gigabyte has the most broken bios
Oh yes the clear cmos button was not functioning at all ..
Check please if this board have resolved these issues
Apparently this bios has a much nicer and usable user interface. I wonder if the infamous coil whine problem is still a thing with these newer boards though...
@@posleterrible9542 i have similar question. I also have a z690 aorus pro and it has coil whine
The reasons for coil whine most of the times are spread spectrum and 100mhz locking cpu bclk. Sometimes its from vrm zone which can occure on any board or even cpu itself (try aida64 memory benchmark for example)
What about the i9?
Getting it tomorrow morning. But yeah.... such a rip off....
@@Laurentschoice You had recommenced the i7 for the board, so I would normally go with an i9, so I look forward to the review. THANKS!!!
@@darkman237thanks, because I plan on pairing an i9 with this board and thought I just wasted three days of looking up parts. Not getting an i7
I see why gigabyte is still using the 4.0 nvme solution. Having to trade between pcie 5.0 and gen V nvme will be a problem when the new gpus come out. And for games, having that max gpu speed is the most important thing.
👍 !!! 👍!!! 👍 !!!
Дуже позитивний мужик😅
I always look at PCB layers! 8 minimum
Dude could sell me an orange 200$...
I don't even need a new Motherboard but i like to watch these as they are brilliant - how reviews SHOULD be done! Particularly if they increase your sperm count!!
Bravo Laurent!
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
NZXT Kraken 360
Gigabyte B650 AORUS ELITE AX
Corsair Vengeance RGB DDR5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 6000 MHz CL30
Gigabyte AORUS GeForce RTX 4090 MASTER 24G
Kingston KC3000 4096 GB
NZXT H7 Flow RGB Black
Corsair RM1200x SHIFT 80+ Gold
4K gaming is my wish, is this ok?
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I'm a bit disappointed with this review. Why did you keep talking about that motherboard thing when the real product is that absolutely SICK Astérix hoodie!
Bouahahahahahaha !@@@@
Watch the next video ! I'm going full Halloween !!!!!!
By the way... another 10 minutes without a comment from u and I was going to close my channel !
@@Laurentschoice Looking forward to the next video then! 👀
And I'll leave a comment I swear, what will we do without the best motherboard reviews channel otherwise :(
$300 MB in greedy Australia that board costing $1800AUD
1. 😎
Biggest downside of this mobo is overkill vrm and extremely high price
Хвала!
Now thats a MASSIVE push in the right direction !!!!!
Wi-Fi7 isn't not supported by MS Windows 10 . No Driver for MS Windows 10. If you would the Wi-Fi with this motherboard with MS Windows 10, the only way is a buy an outboard Pci-e or USB. No solutions.
Did I hear that price right? $300? No thanks. Z790 pricing is just silly across the board...no pun intended.
No... but ... strangely ... I feel that this board is much better than the z690 Pro which was proved around that or a bit more.
So don't look at it as an AORUS entry Level... it really is a premium product on its own merit
8266 on single stick.
the theatrics of your narrative is bothersome.
Is this guy taking a a heap of speed? Or coked up? lol
Both ... + Vitamin C
NIce review but the Ham-acting needs to go.
NOT Cheap....
If you turn off the sound the video is actually watchable.
I'd normally be mad .. but I just tried watching the video with audio muted ... And it's a BLISS
aorus elite is THE WORST Z790 board ... omg ... this videos is a HUGE LIE ...
Explain please
@@SalehAldosary this sh..cant run
a 7200 xmp speed ...
Yeah.. how many sticks , brands and specs please ?
@@Laurentschoice G.Skill Trident Z5 Rgb Prata Ddr5 2 X 16gb Cl34 7200mhz - F5-7200J3445G16GX2-TZ5RS ... hynix chip ... premium kit bro ... see Actually Hardcore videos, i can run xmp just with 6800mhz ... no more than that ... and i tried a lot of diferent bios ..
How many sticks are you trying to run
Sank this thing into a Thermaltake c750 TG E-ATX case (MASSIVE badboy case), and mounted my RTX 4070 using a Coolermaster Vertical Card kit with a PCIe GPU Riser Cable (a decent length too!). I have ZERO issues with those 3x m.2 slots heating up! And a floating face-forward GPU looks super-dope!
I'd highly advise this.
So, WITH this board I have,
CASE - Thermaltake CTE 750 TG c750 ARGB (Black w/Tempered Glass, EXTREMELY good case for 2 chamber EATX builds)
PSU - Seasonic Focus GX-1000
CPU - i9 14900k Unlocked (Kryonaut Extreme)
GPU - ASUS ROG STRIX RTX 4700 TI Super O.C. Edition (Coolermaster Vertical GPU Holder Kit v3)
AIO - Corsair iCUE N150i Elite Cappelix (360mm - Front Intake)
RAM - G. Skill Z5 Trident x64GB DDR5 6000
3x Thermaltake 420mm Fans (Bottom Intake)
2x Arctic 420mm Fans (1x Top Exhaust, 1x Rear Exhaust)
3x Corsair mp600 Core XT nVME drives
fUcKsCuM SoKet 🤣 Hilarious how you pronounce that 😉 Great informative channel with a grain of salt btw. Cheers man 🙏
You r quiet hilarious.
Thank you God !!!
dude...
This or the Tomahawk z790 ddr5?
This, dont get tomahawk its 6 pcb layers