ROG Maximus Z790 Hero ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming WiFi II ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming WiFi II WiFi II ROG Maximus Z790 Hero Gaming LGA1700 Desktop Gaming Motherboard Double DDR5 M.2 PCIe 5.0 192GB Wi-Fi 7 AI Cooling for CPU

ROG Maximus Z790 Hero
- Flagship model with best power delivery (20+1+2 phase)
- Includes Thunderbolt 4 ports
- Extra M.2 slot and PCIe lane configuration
- Premium audio with ESS DAC
ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming WiFi II
- More affordable high-end option
- Slightly reduced VRM (18+1+1 phase)
- Lacks Thunderbolt but keeps WiFi 6E
- Good balance of price and performance
ROG Maximus Z790 Hero Gaming
- Essentially identical to standard Hero
- May include bundled gaming software
- Sometimes has special aesthetic treatments

All models support:

ROG Maximus Z790 Hero

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Here’s a properly formatted comparison table for the ASUS ROG Z790 motherboards you requested:

Feature	ROG Maximus Z790 Hero	ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming WiFi II	ROG Maximus Z790 Hero Gaming
Target User	Extreme enthusiasts	High-end gamers	Premium gamers
VRM Design	20+1+2 phase (105A)	18+1+1 phase (90A)	20+1+2 phase (105A)
Memory Support	DDR5-7800+ OC	DDR5-7600+ OC	DDR5-7800+ OC
PCIe Slots	1× PCIe 5.0 x16 2× PCIe 4.0 x4	1× PCIe 5.0 x16 1× PCIe 4.0 x4	1× PCIe 5.0 x16 2× PCIe 4.0 x4
M.2 Slots	5 (1× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0)	4 (1× PCIe 5.0 + 3× PCIe 4.0)	5 (1× PCIe 5.0 + 4× PCIe 4.0)
Networking	2.5Gb LAN + WiFi 6E	2.5Gb LAN + WiFi 6E	2.5Gb LAN + WiFi 6E
USB Ports	2× Thunderbolt 4 10× USB 3.2	1× USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 9× USB 3.2	2× Thunderbolt 4 10× USB 3.2
Cooling	Active VRM cooling M.2 heatsinks	Large VRM heatsink M.2 heatsinks	Active VRM cooling M.2 heatsinks
RGB Lighting	3× ARGB headers	3× ARGB headers	3× ARGB headers
Audio	ROG SupremeFX 7.1 ESS ES9218 DAC	ROG SupremeFX 7.1	ROG SupremeFX 7.1 ESS ES9218 DAC
Special Features	PCIe Slot Q-Release DIMM.2 slot	AI Overclocking BIOS FlashBack	PCIe Slot Q-Release DIMM.2 slot
Price Range	$599-$699	$449-$499	$599-$699

The Ultimate Enthusiast-Grade Motherboard

ASUS’s flagship Z790 offering delivers uncompromising performance with:

20+1+2 Phase VRM (105A Power Stages): Handles even the most power-hungry Intel Core i9 processors with ease
DDR5-7800+ OC Support: Cutting-edge memory performance for extreme workloads
PCIe 5.0 Implementation: 1× x16 slot + 2× PCIe 4.0 x4 slots
5× M.2 Slots: Including PCIe 5.0 x4 support (1× Gen5 + 4× Gen4)
Premium Networking: 2.5Gb LAN + WiFi 6E with ASUS-exclusive signal enhancements
Thunderbolt 4: Dual ports (40Gbps each) for professional peripherals
ROG SupremeFX Audio: ESS ES9218 Quad DAC for studio-grade sound
Exclusive Features: PCIe Slot Q-Release, DIMM.2 expansion, LiveDash OLED

Best For: Extreme overclockers, content creators, and users who demand the absolute best performance.

High-End Gaming Performance with Smart Features

The refined Strix model offers excellent value with:

18+1+1 Phase VRM (90A Power Stages): Robust power delivery for Intel Core i7/i9
DDR5-7600+ OC Support: Optimized memory performance
4× M.2 Slots: 1× PCIe 5.0 x4 + 3× PCIe 4.0 x4
AI Enhancements: AI Overclocking, AI Cooling, and AI Networking
Gaming-Focused Networking: 2.5Gb LAN + WiFi 6E with GameFirst VI
USB 3.2 Gen2x2: 20Gbps support for ultra-fast storage
ROG SupremeFX Audio: ALC4080 codec with Savitech SV3H712 amp

Best For: Serious gamers who want premium features without the Maximus price tag.

Special Edition Flagship with Gaming Enhancements

This variant builds on the standard Hero with:

All Hero Features Plus: Exclusive gaming bundle (may include software/licenses)
Special Aesthetics: Often features unique RGB implementations or color schemes
Pre-Configured Gaming Profiles: Optimized BIOS settings for popular games
Enhanced Support: Sometimes includes extended warranty for gaming use

Best For: Enthusiasts who want flagship performance with gaming-specific optimizations.