ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO is an ATX board on the Intel Z790 chipset for LGA1700 12th through 14th Gen Core processors, with four DDR5 slots and a 192GB ceiling. Storage covers five M.2 slots, with PCIe 5.0 via a ROG Hyper M.2 card, and six SATA ports. It adds Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 and two Thunderbolt 4 Type-C ports.
Product released: October 1, 2022
Latest firmware version
Version 3202, released August 17, 2026
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 22:58 UTC
What's new in version 3202
1.Optimized memory compatibility via Intel IPU 2026.1 microcode update.
2.Updated Management Engine (ME) to version 16.1.40.2765v3.1.
3.Enhanced system security.
Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.40.2765.
Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer.
LatestUpdate has tracked 22 versions of ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO firmware, released between October 12, 2022 and August 17, 2026.
Version 3202 - August 17, 2026: 1.Optimized memory compatibility via Intel IPU 2026.1 microcode update. 2.Updated Management Engine (ME) to version 16.1.40.2765v3.1. 3.Enhanced system securit…
Version 3107 - December 15, 2025: 1. Enhance overall system security. 2. pdate the ME Firmware version to 16.1.38.2676. Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME…
Version 3001 - May 19, 2025: 1. Update the Intel microcode to version 0x12F to further improve system conditions that may contribute to Vmin Shift instability in Intel 13th and 14th Gen sy…
Version 2801 - December 6, 2024: 1.Enhanced system performance, stability and allowed the C1E power state to be disabled. Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel…
Version 2703 - October 18, 2024: 1.Updated with Intel microcode 0x12B to address elevated voltage requests during idle or light activity, further mitigating Vmin Shift instability issues. 2.Th…
Version 2503 - August 8, 2024: 1.The new BIOS includes Intel microcode 0x129 to enhance the stability of Intel Core 13th and 14th Gen processors. 2.The factory default settings are set to In…
Version 2402 - July 12, 2024: Updated with microcode 0x125 to ensure eTVB operates within Intel specifications Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to ve…
Version 2301 - May 30, 2024: 1. Introduce the ""Performance Preferences"" with options for Intel Default Settings (Performance/Extreme) and ASUS Advanced OC Profile. 2. Redefine the factor…
Version 2202 - April 19, 2024: The update introduces the Intel Baseline Profile option, allowing users to revert to Intel factory default settings for basic functionality, lower power limits…
Version 2102 - March 19, 2024: 1. Improved DDR5 compatibility 2. Further optimized CEP settings when disabled Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to vers…
Version 2002 - February 23, 2024: • Update the Intel microcode to version 0x123, allowing for disabling CEP for improved performance on Intel 14th Gen non-K series processors* • Disabling CEP f…
Version 1904 - February 16, 2024: • Improved system performance. • Enhanced compatibility with 256GB memory. Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version…
Version 1801 - December 22, 2023: 1. Improved system performance. 2. Patched LogoFail vulnerabilities. Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.3…
Version 1501 - October 26, 2023: Improve System Performance Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.30.2264. Please note after you update this…
Version 1402 - October 6, 2023: 1. Update Microcode for Intel® Core™ 14th gen processors 2. Update ME to version 16.1.30.2264 for Intel® Core™ 14th gen processors 3. Improve system stability…
Version 1303 - August 25, 2023: 1. Recommended for vital update to mitigate the potential security vulnerabilities 2. Improve system performance Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update…
Version 1202 - June 16, 2023: “Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.1.27.2176 to ensure optimized system set…
Version 0904 - March 31, 2023: 1.Update with ME Firmware 16.1.25.2124 2.Support GSKILL DDR5-7200 48GB(24GBx2) memory kit 3.Improve system performance “Before BIOS update, please download Int…
Version 0816 - February 24, 2023: -Support high-capacity DDR5 memory kits “Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support site, and update ME firmware to Version 16.…
Version 0813 - January 18, 2023: 1. improve single 24/48GB memory module compatibility 2. Improve system stability “Before BIOS update, please download Intel ME update tool from ASUS support s…
Version 0703 - November 8, 2022: 1. Improve system performance 2. Fix the driver compatibility issue with NVIDIA RTX40 series cards 3. We suggest updating the ME firmware to the latest version…
Version 0502 - October 12, 2022: 1. Improve system performance 2. Update with ME 16.1.25.1917 Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRen…
Update prediction
A firmware update is expected soon, between September 13, 2026 and November 20, 2026.
ASUS typically releases firmware updates for this product approximately every 183 days.
ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO is an ATX board on the Intel Z790 chipset for LGA1700 12th through 14th Gen Core processors, with four DDR5 slots and a 192GB ceiling. Storage covers five M.2 slots, with PCIe 5.0 via a ROG Hyper M.2 card, and six SATA ports. It adds Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 and two Thunderbolt 4 Type-C ports. It was originally released on October 1, 2022.
What is the latest firmware version of ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO?
The latest firmware version of ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO is 3202. It was released on August 17, 2026.
What changed in ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO firmware version 3202?
ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO firmware version 3202 includes the following changes: 1.Optimized memory compatibility via Intel IPU 2026.1 microcode update.
2.Updated Management Engine (ME) to version 16.1.40.2765v3.1.
3.Enhanced system security.
Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding intel ME to version 16.1.40.2765.
Please note after you update this BIOS, the ME version remains the updated one even if you roll back to an older BIOS later.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (MZ790H.CAP) using BIOSRenamer.
Where can I download the latest ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO firmware (version 3202) are on ASUS's official release page: https://rog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-maximus/rog-maximus-z790-hero-model/helpdesk_bios/
How often does ASUS release firmware updates for ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO?
We have tracked 22 firmware versions of ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO. Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 183 days.
When is the next ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO firmware update expected?
Based on this product's update history, a firmware update for ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO is expected soon, between September 13, 2026 and November 20, 2026.
Is ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO received a firmware update within the last 3 months. The most recent version is 3202.