Best Intel LGA 1700 motherboards in 2023

Intel’s Alder Lake CPUs are here and they unlock a whole new level of performance and feature set in the silicon space, including support for DDR5 memory and PCIe 5.0. As we mentioned in our full review of the Alder Lake processors, these chips require a motherboard with a 600 or 700-series chipset. It also demands a new CPU socket — the LGA 1700, which is exclusive to the 600 and 700-series motherboards. We already have an in-depth list of the best motherboards you can buy right now, but we’ve narrowed things down further to the best LGA 1700 motherboards with 600 and 700 chipsets.

These are the best Intel LGA 1700 motherboards

Source: ASUS

ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero

Best LGA 1700 Motherboard

The best LGA 1700 motherboard you can buy, period.

Asus’s ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is expensive, but right now it’s the most impressive motherboard for Intel CPUs if you’re an enthusiast chasing the very best. It’s also a great choice if you’re a keen overclocker.

Memory Slots

4

Memory Type

DDR5-7800

Form Factor

ATX

Chipset

Z790

Socket

LGA 1700

Power Phases

20+1

PCI Slots

3

Storage

5x M.2, 6x SATA

Audio

Realtek ALC4082

Networking

2.5 GbE, Wi-Fi 6E

Internal I/O

1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB-A 2.0

Rear I/O

2x Thunderbolt 4, 5x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 4x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x HDMI

Pros

• Excellent performance
• 20+1 phase power delivery
• Overclocking headroom

Cons

• Expensive
• PCIe 5.0 M.2 requires expansion card

Asus announced a handful of new motherboards with an LGA 1700 socket to go along with the new processors, and the Asus ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is the best one out of the bunch. As such, it’s our pick for the best LGA 1700 motherboard on the market right now. This isn’t the most affordable Z790 chipset motherboard, but it packs all the necessary features that you’d expect a high-end premium Z790 motherboard to have for your new Intel-based PC. The main board has a black-colored PCB with a ton of heatsink/shroud covering the VRM, chipset, M.2 slots, and more. You can see the pixilated ROG eye logo on the chipset heatsink and some RGB bling on the I/O shroud. Besides that, the motherboard has a fairly simple design, without anything that’s too obnoxious.

VRM-wise, the ROG Maximus Z790 Hero motherboard comes with a 20+1 phase-delivery system that offers an excess of power no Intel desktop CPU will ever utilize. The sophisticated heatsink ensures the thermal output of the VRM is maintained under acceptable limits at all times. You’ll also see up to four DIMM slots next to the LGA 1700 socket. These slots are capable of accepting the best DDR5 RAM with memory speeds of up to DDR5-7800. For M.2 storage, you also get an M.2 expansion card in the box that you can plug into the bottom x16 slots. This particular expansion card bumps the total available M.2 ports to five, which is impressive. PCIe 5.0 also makes an appearance as a highlight feature of this motherboard in the form of two reinforced x16 slots.

It goes without saying that a high-end motherboard like this also comes with plenty of ports, headers for different peripherals, and more. The I/O shield is also pre-installed out of the box, which means that’s one less step to worry about while building a PC. Overall, we think this is one of the best Z790 chipset motherboards you can buy right now. It also supports overclocking, so it’s good to be paired with any 12th or 13th Gen Intel processor.

Source: MSI

MSI MPG Z790 Carbon WiFi

Runner-up Best LGA 1700 Motherboard

If the ASUS top pick isn’t quite what you need, this board is a solid second choice.

$430 $480 Save $50

The MSI MPG Z790 Carbon WiFi doesn’t just look amazing, it’s also got plenty of kit to prove it can go up against the best motherboards out there. We’re talking about DDR5, PCIe 5.0, numerous fan headers, and solid I/O across the board.

Memory Slots

4

Memory Type

DDR5-7600

Form Factor

ATX

Chipset

Z790

Socket

LGA 1700

Power Phases

19+1+1

PCI Slots

3

Storage

5x M.2, 6x SATA

Audio

Realtek ALC4080

Networking

2.5 GbE, Wi-Fi 6E

Internal I/O

1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 4x USB-A 2.0

Rear I/O

6x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x HDMI

Pros

• Excellent performance
• 19+1+1 phase power delivery
• Overclocking headroom

Cons

• Pricey
• Only one PCIe 5.0 M.2

MSI’s MPG lineup is particularly desirable for gamers looking to dish out a high-end gaming rig to get the best performance. We’ve added the MSI MPG Z790 Carbon WiFi motherboard to this collection as our pick for the second-best LGA 1700 motherboard. The new MSI MPG Z790 Carbon is very similar to its predecessor, but there are a few noteworthy improvements and changes. MSI ditched the carbon fiber aesthetic for this board and decided to keep it rather simple. We’re looking at a black-colored PCB with gray accents and a few heatsinks. You’ll see MSI’s Dragon logo and the ‘Carbon’ branding on the board with lights, but that’s about it. The MPG Z790 Carbon comes with a 19+1+1 phase delivery system for its VRM. You get two 8-pin EPS connectors to minimize the fluctuations.

The VRM also has a sophisticated heatsink to dissipate the heat away from the main component. You also get a decent selection of ports and slots with the MPG Z790 motherboard. There are as many as four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots and a single PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot. There’s no shortage of storage options here. Even while using all the M.2 slots, you still get three slots for expansion. Additionally, you also get a reinforced x16 PCIe 5.0 slot on the motherboard, which is great. The MPG Z690 Carbon also comes with DDR5 support. You get four DIMM slots that are capable of accommodating up to 128GB memory with speeds up to 7600MT/s. We also like how the I/O shield comes pre-installed out of the box, and it comes with plenty of ports.

It even includes an HDMI for those who’re using this motherboard with an integrated GPU. At the back, you get plenty of USB 3.x ports, as well as the choice of either WiFi6 or 2.5GbE for networking and the audio stack comes with an optical S/PDIF out. Overall, the MSI MPG Z790 Carbon is a fantastic motherboard that offers a good mix of features and performance for your new Intel build. The best thing about this motherboard is that it’s not nearly as expensive as some other options mentioned in this list, so be sure to consider this one for your next build.

Source: Gigabyte

Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master

Best LGA 1700 Motherboard for Overclocking

This is the board to buy if you want to do some serious overclocking.

$490 $500 Save $10

There’s very little to dislike with the Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master aside from the price. It’s expensive, but you get a lot of features, including solid power delivery, excellent BIOS, and plenty of connections for all your components.

Memory Slots

4

Memory Type

DDR5-8000

Form Factor

ATX

Chipset

Z790

Socket

LGA 1700

Power Phases

20+1+2

PCI Slots

3

Storage

5x M.2, 4x SATA

Audio

Realtek ALC1220-VB

Networking

10GbE, Wi-Fi 6E

Internal I/O

1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB-A 2.0

Rear I/O

1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2, 7x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 4x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x DisplayPort

Pros

• Excellent performance
• 20+1+2 phase power delivery
• Great for overclocking
• 10GbE networking

Cons

• Pricey
• Only one PCIe 5.0 M.2

Gigabyte’s Aorus Master is considered to be one of the best motherboards for overclocking in the community, and its Z790 chipset variant for 12th or 13th Gen Intel processors is no different. It’s arguably the best motherboard you can pair your new Intel CPU with for overclocking thanks to its potent VRM. Notably, it also comes with support for DDR5 memory and has PCIe 5.0 slots to make it a very desirable option for those looking at something that’s a bit more future-proof too. Pair it with the best CPU cooler for LGA 1700 socket, and you’ll be set to build a high-end gaming rig or a content-creation workstation.

The main selling point of the Gigabyte Aorus Master is its over-the-top VRM. It consists of a whopping 20+1+2 phases, 20 of which supply the CPU with 105A of power. That’s a lot of power which we think will greatly benefit even the best CPUs out there. Even the new Core i9-13900K will only need a fraction of that power, so it’s safe to say that it’s an excellent option for overclocking. The VRM will also remain cool at all times thanks to the sophisticated heatsink that covers the power delivery system. You can see the reinforced PCIe slots which are new to the Z790 variant of this motherboard. In fact, the DIMM slots are also reinforced here, so that’s too. The Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master supports DDR5 RAM kits with memory speeds of up to 8000MT/s. There’s no DDR4 support with this one, so make sure you’re ready with new DDR5 memory kits.

As a high-end motherboard, the Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master comes with plenty of headers for fans/pumps, RGB lights, and more. You also get a very good selection of ports with this motherboard including Thunderbolt 4 and a couple of USB Type-C ports. The I/O shield is also pre-installed, so that’s great. You get as many as 11 USB ports and a 10Gbps Ethernet port which we think goes well with the pair of Wi-Fi 6e antennas next to it for hybrid connectivity. You also get a DisplayPort with this motherboard in case you want to use an integrated GPU, but the chances of that happening are slim because we think most users buying this motherboard will indeed use a discrete GPU for the best performance.

Source: ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix Z790-A Gaming WiFi D4

Best DDR4 LGA 1700 Motherboard

For those who simply cannot let go of their DDR4 RAM.

$344 $380 Save $36

Have existing DDR4 RAM that’s still good? The ASUS ROG Strix Z790-A Gaming WiFi D4 will be right up your alley if you want to build a 12th or 13th Gen Intel PC. It supports DDR$ RAM, PCIe 5.0, as well as other highlight features from the Z790 chipset.

Memory Slots

4

Memory Type

DDR4-5333

Form Factor

ATX

Chipset

Intel Z790

Socket

LGA 1700

Power Phases

16+1

PCI Slots

4

Storage

4x M.2, 4x SATA

Audio

Realtek ALC4080

Networking

2.5GbE, Wi-Fi 6E

Internal I/O

1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2, 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB-A 2.0

Rear I/O

4x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2, 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 2x USB-A 2.0, 1x DisplayPort, 1x HDMI

Pros

• Great performance
• 16+1 phase power delivery
• Overclocking headroom

Cons

• No DDR5 RAM support
• No PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot

If you’re in the market for a Z790-based motherboard with support for DDR4 memory kits, then we think the Asus ROG Strix Z790-A Gaming Wi-Fi D4 is the one to go for. There’s also a variant of this board that comes with DDR5 support. However, we’ve added the DDR4 variant of the motherboard to our list. Being able to carry your existing DDR4 memory kits means you’ll be spending less money on your overall. Asus lists the supported memory speeds of up to 5333MT/s, which is pretty good. You can choose one from our collection of the best DDR4 memory kits if you have trouble finding the perfect match. The Asus ROG Strix Z790-A Gaming Wi-Fi D4, as you can see, is a striking motherboard with a black-colored PCB and white shrouds.

Asus doesn’t go into much detail about the VRM, but we do know that it has a 16+1 power delivery system with good scope for overclocking. The cooling solution for the VRM also looks adequate, so it should have no heating issues too. This motherboard can be paired even with an Intel Core i9-13900K to get the best performance. The motherboard also offers four PCIe 4.0 connections for M.2 drives. It also comes with handy latches that you can twist to hold the disk in place. We hope more motherboards make it easy for users to seat these components without having to hunt for a screwdriver. We also love how Asus has given a good mix of PCIe slots. You get a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, as well as two PCIe 4.0 x16 slots and a single PCIe 3.0 x1 slot.

You also get space for 4 SATA drives that you can arrange in various RAID configurations. Overall, we think the Asus ROG Strix Z790-A Gaming Wi-Fi D4 is a fantastic motherboard for anybody who’s looking to carry their existing DDR4 memory kits instead of opting for the new DDR5 standard.

Source: Gigabyte

Gigabyte B660M DS3H

Best Budget LGA 1700 Motherboard

The best LGA 1700 board for those on tighter budgets.

$125 $160 Save $35

The Gigabyte B660M DS3H won’t win any awards for design or performance, but you will be purchasing a decent motherboard at a low price with everything you need for a 12th or 13th Gen Intel PC build.

Memory Slots

4

Memory Type

DDR4-5333

Form Factor

ATX

Chipset

Intel B660

Socket

LGA 1700

Power Phases

16+2+1

PCI Slots

3

Storage

2x M.2, 4x SATA

Audio

Realtek RTL8125BG

Networking

2.5 GbE

Internal I/O

1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB-A 2.0

Rear I/O

3x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 2x USB-A 2.0, 1x DisplayPort, 1x HDMI

Pros

• Affordable
• 16+2+1 phase power delivery

Cons

• No PCIe 5.0 M.2
• Older B660 chipset

The Gigabyte B660M DS3H is a brilliant choice for those who really want to build a 12th or 13th Gen Intel PC for less. It’s among the most affordable motherboards that support the two generations of chips from Intel. It supports DDR4 RAM, is decent-looking, and will have everything you need to build a gaming rig. Gigabyte made sure this motherboard has a solid VRM capable of delivering enough power (6+2+1) needed for even a Core i9. One of the best things about this motherboard is that it lets carry your existing DDR4 memory kit. The Gigabyte B660M DS3H supports a maximum of 128GB of DDR4 RAM with memory speeds of up to 5133MT/s.

That’s a commendable number considering how most kits top out at around 4000MT/s. On the PCIe front, you get one x16 and two x1 slots, with the first supporting PCIe 4.0 and access to all 16 pins. The latter is ideal for expansion or things like capture cards. You can also connect up to two M.2 drives, which we think is plenty for most users. You don’t get any fancy expansion card for more storage in the box or support for Intel Optane memory. We’re also not particularly happy about the port selection, although that’s given considering this is a budget board with limited options. You only get six USB ports but luckily one of them is a USB-C and there are also two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. You’ll also see a DisplayPort and an HDMI port, which is good for those who’re leaning towards a budget build without a discrete GPU.

The Gigabyte B660M DS3H isn’t particularly good for overclocking so we suggest you keep your expectations in check. Overall, the Gigabyte B660M DS3H is currently the only option if you don’t want to spend a lot of money on your 12th or 13th Gen Intel build. That being said, you do get pretty much all the essential features with this motherboard, so there’s nothing to worry about, really.

Source: ASRock

ASRock Z790 Taichi

Best Enthusiast LGA 1700 Motherboard

A solid motherboard for enthusiast use.

When you work and play on the same workstation, the ASRock Z790 Taichi is a solid foundation for both. It has almost everything you could ask for in an Intel PC motherboard.

Memory Slots

4

Memory Type

DDR5-7000

Form Factor

ATX

Chipset

Z790

Socket

LGA 1700

Power Phases

24+1+2

PCI Slots

3

Storage

4x M.2, 8x SATA

Audio

Realtek ALC4082

Networking

2.5GbE, Wi-Fi 6E

Internal I/O

2x USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.2 Gen1, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen2x2

Rear I/O

2x Thunderbolt 4, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 6x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB-A 2.0, 1x HDMI

Pros

• Great performance
• 14+1+2 phase power delivery
• Overclocking headroom

Cons

• Expensive
• Likely overkill for most PCs

ASRock’s ‘Taichi’ is a popular motherboard in the high-end PC market that offers a ton of great features. The ASRock Z790 Taichi is one of the high-end Z790-based motherboards you’ll find on the market right now. It’s packed with some great features and is capable of supporting even the most demanding PCs on the market. It also has a 24+1+2 power phase design for a reliable power delivery system. It’s totally overkill for the average Joe, but will come in handy if you’re going into enthusiast overclocking territory. The VRM is covered with a sophisticated cooling solution that’s capable of keeping the VRM cool even under the most extreme overclocking conditions.

The I/O shroud extends all the way to the bottom of the board and covers the chipset too. One of the highlights of this motherboard is that it supports DDR5 memory kits with memory speeds of up to DDR5-7000MT/s. This means it also supports memory overclocking under favorable conditions. DDR5 modules are already quite powerful, but they also allow you to push the limits further provided you have a capable cooling solution. The ASRock Z790 Taichi also offers a good mix of PCIe expansion slots. You get two 2 PCIe 5.0 x16, a PCIe 4.0 x16, and a M.2 Socket (Key E). This Taichi board also comes with an HDMI port at the back for those learning towards a build involving an integrated GPU.

As a high-end premium motherboard, you’re looking at an exceptional ports selection. The ASRock Taichi comes with two Thunderbolt 4/USB Type-C ports, two USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports, and six USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 at the back. You also get Killer E3100 2.5G LAN along with Killer AX1675 802.11ax WiFi 6E and Bluetooth support. The I/O shield is also pre-installed out of the box, which means you don’t have to deal with it while building your PC. ASRock also adds some thoughtful additions to the box including a graphics cardholder and a Wi-Fi antenna. All the M.2 slots are covered by the shroud with a thermal pad layer for keeping it cool at all times. The motherboard also packs a ton of headers for RGB lights, fans, USB and more, so you can connect all the peripherals you want without running out of space.

Source: ASUS

ASUS ProArt Z790 Creator WiFi

Best LGA 1700 Motherboard for Creators

Connect all your accessories (and then some) with this mighty creator board.

$440 $470 Save $30

The Asus ProArt Z790 Creator WiFi is an absolute powerhouse of a motherboard for workstations. There are plenty of connectivity options, the ability to overclock an Intel Core i9 processor without issue, and all the latest generational technologies are included.

Memory Slots

4

Memory Type

DDR5-7200

Form Factor

ATX

Chipset

Intel Z790

Socket

LGA 1700

Power Phases

16+1

PCI Slots

3

Storage

4x M.2, 8x SATA

Audio

Realtek S1220A

Networking

10 GbE, 2.5 GbE, Wi-Fi 6E

Internal I/O

2x USB 2.0, 1x USB 3.2 Gen1, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen2x2

Rear I/O

2x Thunderbolt 4, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 6x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB-A 2.0, 1x HDMI, 2x DisplayPort (input)

Pros

• Solid performance
• 16+1+1 phase power delivery
• Excellent connectivity

Cons

• Older Z690 chipset
• No PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot

The Asus Z790 ProArt Creator Wi-Fi motherboard is arguably one of the best-looking Z790 motherboards we’ve seen so far. It’s the only motherboard in this list that looks impressive without any RGB lights. If you’ve seen one of the older models of these motherboards, then you’ll notice a lot of design changes. The I/O shroud, which is perhaps the most noticeable part of the board, is translucent. It overlaps the metal portion of the shroud to give a very subtle look. This particular translucent shroud is sitting on the VRM heatsink that’s covering a 16+1 phase power delivery system. There’s an acrylic plate at the bottom covering the chipset.

For connectivity, you’re looking at two Thunderbolt 4 ports, two DisplayPort ports, an HDMI port, a 10GbE Marvell LAN as well as 2.5GbE Intel LAN, and more. The motherboard also comes with four M.2 slots and up to 8 SATA ports that allow you to connect all kinds of storage devices. Asus has addressed the lack of any RGB lights on the board by providing ample RGB and ARGB headers. You also get other headers for things like fans/pumps, and USBs. The ProArt Z690 motherboard also supports the new DDR5 memory modules. Asus says you can install modules with memory speeds of up to DDR5-7200.

Notably, there’s support PCIe 5.0 as well via the two PCIe 5.0 slots. One of the four M.2 slots shares SATA bandwidth, but it can run in PCIe mode. Asus also sells m.2 PCIe cards that can house 2 PCIe m.2 derives, but that will add more to the cost as it’s not included with the motherboard. The Asus ProArt isn’t the only creator-centric motherboard on the market, but there are only a handful of these boards from other manufacturers. Even though it’s targeted toward creators, we think it’s perfectly serviceable for gamers too.

Source: MSI

MSI Pro Z790-A

Most Affordable LGA 1700 Motherboard

Don’t let the price fool you into thinking this isn’t worth your time.

$240 $260 Save $20

The MSI Pro Z790-A is all about keeping things affordable. It’s a Z790 chipset motherboard with plenty of high-end features, but nothing too out of reach for those who simply want a decent board for a PC.

Memory Slots

4

Memory Type

DDR5-7200

Form Factor

ATX

Chipset

Z790

Socket

LGA 1700

Power Phases

16+1+1

PCI Slots

4

Storage

4x M.2, 6x SATA

Audio

Realtek ALC4080

Networking

2.5 GbE, Wi-Fi 6E

Internal I/O

4x USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.2 Gen1, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen2x2

Rear I/O

1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2, 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB-A 2.0, 1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort

Pros

• Solid performance
• 16+1+1 phase power delivery
• Budget-friendly

Cons

• No PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot

One thing that’s common across all the Z790 motherboards is that they’re all relatively expensive. The MSI Pro Z790-A is priced low, yet it offers almost all the necessary features you’d expect from a high-performance Z790 chipset-based motherboard. Despite the affordable price tag, the MSI Pro Z790-A offers full support for DDR5 memory modules. MSI says the motherboard can support memory speeds of up to DDR5-7200(OC), which is quite impressive. Notably, MSI hasn’t skimped on the PCIe 5.0 support either, which means it’s future-proof and you’ll be able to use the new PCIe 5.0-based SSDs or other peripherals whenever they come out. You get four M.2 and three full-size x16 slots for your peripherals.

Understandably, MSI has cut some corners to keep the pricing low. As such you don’t get a sophisticated VRM cooling system on this motherboard. Most of the black-colored PCB is exposed with very little heatsink for cooling. You can check out our essay on how to build a computer to learn more about the steps that are involved while building a new PC. It’s also worth pointing out that the port selection is a little bleak on this motherboard. You only get a single USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2 port, three USB-A Gen 2 port and two USB-A Gen 1 ports. And there’s only a 2.5Gbps LAN port as opposed to the more powerful 10Gbps ports found on other premium Z790-based motherboards.

We do like the addition of a DisplayPort as well as an HDMI port though. We see a lot of people buying this motherboard for their budget Intel builds without a discrete GPU down the line, and it’s a fantastic option for that. Overall, the MSI Pro Z790-A is a great motherboard for the price. Contrary to what we thought, MSI decided to deliver a lot of features despite the affordable price, making it one of the best Z790 motherboards you can grab right now.

How to choose the best LGA 1700 motherboard

Motherboards with an LGA 1700 socket are still relatively new to the market, supporting both 12th and 13th Intel processors. That’s one of the main reasons why a lot of these boards are as expensive as they are. That being said, you’re also looking at some premium features including DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0 support and more. We think the Asus ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is one of the best LGA 1700 motherboards you can buy right now. It’s ideally suited for even more powerful systems with an Intel Core i9 processor.

We’ve also added some high-end options like the Asrock Z790 Taichi and the Asus ProArt Z690 Creator-A motherboard to the list for those of you who want something more sophisticated. As always, this is an ever-evolving list that will be updated over time with newer and better motherboards as they are released, so keep an eye on this collection. Also, don’t forget to buy a new CPU cooler for LGA 1700 socket as you won’t be able to carry your older ones for this build.

Source: ASUS

ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero

Best LGA 1700 Motherboard

Best suited for those looking to build a 12th or 13th Intel-based PC.

Asus’s ROG Maximus Z790 Hero is expensive, but right now it’s the most impressive motherboard for Intel CPUs if you’re an enthusiast chasing the very best. It’s also a great choice if you’re a keen overclocker.