With Intel’s 14th generation Core processor launch or the “Raptor Lake Refresh” that happened back in October we’ve seen many motherboard manufacturers refresh their Z790 motherboard lineups and ASUS is no exception. These new motherboards bring with them more powerful VRM’s for the power hungry 14th generation core processors as well as some pretty impressive connectivity. Today we are taking a look at the ASUS ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming WiFi II which features a 18+1+2 power phase design, support for 8000+ MHz DDR5 memory, five M.2 slots, a total of 12 USB ports on the rear I/O with USB 3.2 gen 2×2 connectivity, and super-fast WiFi 7. Is this the board you need to pick up for your 14th gen build? Read on as we find out!
Special thanks to ASUS for providing us with the ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming WiFi II Motherboard to review.
Packaging
The ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming WiFi II comes in ASUS’s standard motherboard packaging. On the front we have a picture of the motherboard and some of the main features are listed.
Flipping over to the back we have some more pictures of the board, more features listed, and a full list of specifications.
Getting everything out of the box, when it comes to accessories you’ll find two SATA cables, a WiFi antenna, a set of cable ties, an ROG keychain, ROG stickers, a set of accessories for the M.2 slots, and a quick start guide.
