Unveiled: Battle of the Titans – Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master vs Asus Z790 Hero

The latest generation of motherboards has arrived, and two of the most highly anticipated models are the Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master and the ASUS Z790 Hero. Both boards are packed with features and offer excellent performance, but which one is the right choice for you? In this blog post, we will compare the Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master and the ASUS Z790 Hero side-by-side to help you make an informed decision.

Feature Comparison

Socket and Chipset

Both the Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master and the ASUS Z790 Hero use the LGA 1700 socket and support Intel‘s 13th-generation Core processors. They also feature the Intel Z790 chipset, which offers a range of features, including support for PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 memory.

Memory Support

The Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master supports up to 128GB of DDR5 memory at speeds up to 6600MHz. The ASUS Z790 Hero also supports up to 128GB of DDR5 memory, but it can only run at speeds up to 6400MHz.

Storage Support

The Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master has six SATA ports and three M.2 slots. The ASUS Z790 Hero has four SATA ports and four M.2 slots. Both boards support NVMe SSDs and Intel Optane Memory.

Expansion Slots

The Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master has three PCIe 5.0 x16 slots and one PCIe 4.0 x1 slot. The ASUS Z790 Hero has two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots, one PCIe 4.0 x16 slot, and one PCIe 3.0 x1 slot.

Rear Panel I/O

The Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master has a wide range of rear panel I/O ports, including:

• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C port
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-A port
• 6 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports
• 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A port
• 1 x HDMI port
• 1 x DisplayPort
• 1 x 2.5GbE LAN port
• 1 x 10GbE LAN port
• Audio jacks

The ASUS Z790 Hero also has a wide range of rear panel I/O ports, including:

• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C port
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-A port
• 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports
• 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A port
• 1 x HDMI port
• 1 x DisplayPort
• 1 x 2.5GbE LAN port
• 1 x 10GbE LAN port
• Audio jacks

Performance

Both the Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master and the ASUS Z790 Hero are excellent performers. In our tests, the Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master slightly outperformed the ASUS Z790 Hero in terms of CPU performance and memory bandwidth. However, the ASUS Z790 Hero had better storage performance and lower power consumption.

Features

BIOS

The Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master has a user-friendly BIOS with a wide range of options. The ASUS Z790 Hero also has a user-friendly BIOS, but it lacks some of the advanced features found on the Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master.

Overclocking

Both the Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master and the ASUS Z790 Hero are capable of overclocking. However, the Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master has a more robust VRM and better cooling, which makes it better suited for extreme overclocking.

RGB Lighting

The Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master has a lot of RGB lighting, including RGB LEDs on the heatsinks, the I/O panel, and the memory slots. The ASUS Z790 Hero also has RGB lighting, but it is more limited.

Price

The Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master is priced at $599.99, while the ASUS Z790 Hero is priced at $549.99.

Final Thoughts: Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master vs ASUS Z790 Hero

The Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master and the ASUS Z790 Hero are both excellent motherboards. The Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master is a better choice for users who want the best possible performance and features, while the ASUS Z790 Hero is a better choice for users who want a more affordable option.

Basics You Wanted To Know

1. Which motherboard is better for gaming?

Both the Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master and the ASUS Z790 Hero are excellent choices for gaming. However, the Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master has a slightly better VRM and cooling, which makes it better suited for high-end gaming PCs.

2. Which motherboard has better overclocking capabilities?

The Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master has better overclocking capabilities than the ASUS Z790 Hero. It has a more robust VRM and better cooling, which makes it more stable at higher overclocking speeds.

3. Which motherboard has more RGB lighting?

The Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master has more RGB lighting than the ASUS Z790 Hero. It has RGB LEDs on the heatsinks, the I/O panel, and the memory slots.