Priced around $1,200, this board gives you everything the platform offers in spades. This includes fast networking (Wi-Fi 7 and 10 GbE), seven M.2 sockets, flagship-class audio, and even a nifty external screen to help with monitoring and tweaking.
The Z790 Nova is a new mid-range SKU that comes with six M.2 sockets, a unique black-on-blue/purple design, and all of the features you’d want, including Wi-Fi 7, a quality audio solution, robust power delivery and good all-around performance for under $300.
MSI’s MEG Z790 Ace MAX is a handsomely equipped E-ATX motherboard with overkill VRMs, ample storage (including 5x M.2 sockets), Wi-Fi 7, screwless M.2 heatsink and M.2 clips, and flagship-class audio. At $699.99, it’s expensive but fully loaded.
For just under $700, the Z790 Dark Hero gets a facelift, drops the Hyper M.2 card (but still includes 5 M.2 sockets), and adds native 14th Gen support and integrated Wi-Fi 7. It still has a flagship-c
Maxsun’s iCraft Z790 Wi-Fi is a well-rounded Intel board, offering front and rear 20 Gbps Type-C ports, dual 2.5 GbE ports, robust power delivery, and an appearance that fits in with most build themes