ASRock Z790 Steel Legend WiFi
#10 in Intel Socket Motherboards · Rated 4.3
Feature-rich Steel Legend with ample M.2/USB and Wi‑Fi 6E.
ASRock Z790 Steel Legend WiFi is a well-equipped board designed for mainstream to enthusiast builds. It supports 14th/13th/12th Gen Intel CPUs, DDR5 memory, up to five M.2 slots and eight SATA ports, PCIe 5.0 readiness on one slot, integrated Wi‑Fi 6E, and dual LAN options. The Steel Legend focuses on value without sacrificing broad feature support, appealing to builders who want multiple storage options and strong I/O at a more approachable price. The key trade-offs include not matching the most premium VRM rigs and the potential for more basic audio quality relative to top-tier boards.
Features
- 5x M.2 slots and 8 SATA ports
- PCIe 5.0 (CPU slot)
- DDR5 supported
- Wi‑Fi 6E and 2.5G LAN
- Solid overall feature-set
Pros
- Excellent storage expansion
- Value-focused premium features
- Solid for everyday enthusiast builds
Cons
- VRM not as extreme as flagship boards
- Audio codec is not flagship-tier