ASRock Z790 Taichi
#9 in Motherboard · Rated 4.5
Premium Intel Z790 Taichi with abundant I/O and Thunderbolt support.
ASRock’s Z790 Taichi is a feature-rich premium board for Intel’s 13th/14th-gen CPUs. It offers dual PCIe 5.0 x16 slots, a rich mix of USB4/Thunderbolt ports, eight SATA connections, four DDR5 slots, and robust audio. Killer 2.5G LAN and Wi‑Fi 6E are standard, ensuring solid network performance for gamers and creators. The Taichi family is known for its premium aesthetic and enhanced power delivery, making it a go-to choice for enthusiasts seeking a balance of capability and cost. This model sits in the 2022–2023 window and remains widely available globally with retailer support. (Source: ASRock Z790 Taichi page; retailer listings.)
Features
- 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slots
- 8 SATA ports + 4 x DDR5
- USB4 Type-C / Thunderbolt support
- Wi‑Fi 6E + Killer 2.5G LAN
- Premium audio and robust VRM
Pros
- Solid premium feature set at accessible price
- Excellent IO and expansion
- Strong BIOS and tuning options
Cons
- Very large board; not ideal for compact cases
- Some users report BIOS quirks on certain CPUs