About Gigabyte Z790M AORUS Elite AX ICE Micro-ATX Motherboard
The Gigabyte Z790M AORUS Elite AX ICE is built for gamers, creators and performance users who want premium Intel platform power in a compact Micro-ATX design. Powered by the Z790 chipset and supporting 12th, 13th and 14th Gen Intel Core processors, it delivers exceptional single-core and multi-core performance for high-FPS gaming, editing, rendering, streaming and productivity workloads.
With DDR5 memory support, the board provides significantly higher bandwidth and improved responsiveness, allowing demanding applications and next-gen gaming engines to run smoothly. PCIe 5.0 ensures full compatibility with future graphics cards and high-speed NVMe storage, offering long-term upgrade flexibility. Multiple NVMe M.2 slots allow ultra-fast SSD configurations for rapid boot times and project loading. Integrated Wi-Fi provides fast and stable wireless connectivity, while high-speed LAN ensures low-latency wired networking for competitive gaming.
The ICE series design offers a clean white aesthetic with AORUS-grade heatsinks, strong VRM cooling and durable PCB construction, making it ideal for performance-focused compact gaming builds. Despite its smaller form factor, the board delivers full-size features, strong thermal performance and excellent stability.
Gigabyte Z790M AORUS Elite AX ICE Micro-ATX Motherboard Specifications:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Gigabyte Z790M AORUS Elite AX ICE |
| Form Factor | Micro-ATX |
| Chipset | Intel Z790 |
| CPU Support | Intel 12th/13th/14th Gen (LGA1700) |
| Memory Support | DDR5 |
| PCIe Support | PCIe 5.0 |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi |
| Networking | High-speed LAN |
| Storage | Multiple NVMe M.2 slots |
| Connectivity | USB ports, USB-C, HDMI |
| Cooling | AORUS heatsinks and enhanced VRM cooling |
| Ideal Use | Gaming, content creation, compact performance PCs |
Best For
• Gamers building a compact high-performance Intel PC
• Users needing DDR5 bandwidth and PCIe 5.0 GPU support
• Multi-drive NVMe storage setups
• Wireless-heavy environments requiring stable Wi-Fi
• White-theme PC builds with premium aesthetics
• Content creators needing fast editing and rendering performance
• Users wanting Z790 features in a Micro-ATX format
The Gigabyte Z790M AORUS Elite AX ICE offers top-tier Intel Z790 performance, DDR5 speed, PCIe 5.0 readiness and a sleek ICE design, making it an excellent foundation for compact, powerful and visually stunning gaming or creator systems.
