Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX-W supports 13th and 12th Gen Intel Core processors with four DDR5 DIMMs and a twin 16+1+2 digital VRM using 90A smart power stages. It provides four PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 connectors, a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, six SATA ports, 2.5GbE and Wi-Fi 6E, and the rear panel includes a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port.
Product released: October 20, 2022
Latest firmware version
Version F13, released September 29, 2026
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 17:38 UTC
What's new in version F13
- Checksum: A7DD
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Version F12a - April 28, 2026: - Checksum: 36A5 - Support HUDIMM (One Sub-channel DDR5) - Improve memory compatibility
Version F11 - December 2, 2025: - Checksum : AF68 - Improves platform security by making Secure Boot enabled as system default - Update ADATA 6000 16G module support
Version F10 - September 24, 2025: - Checksum : 47FC - Enhance platform security by enable Pre-boot DMA Protection, VT-d, and IOMMU Pre-boot as default - Added CPU support for Intel 120/120F pro…
Version F9 - June 19, 2025: - Checksum : 49EA - CPU Microcode Update (0x3A & 0x12F): Improves CPU stability and compatibility - Secure Boot Database Key Update: Enhances system security -…
Version F9e - May 27, 2025: - Checksum : E99C - Expand EZ-OC support for AORUS x XPG co-branding DRAM D500/D500G 6000MHz CL28 & 6400MHz CL30 - Update CPU uCode 0x3a to address the followi…
Version F8 - September 27, 2024: - Checksum : 2790 - Introduce the "Intel Default Settings" and enabled as default, user needs to disable it first to use GIGABYTE PerfDrive profiles - Introduc…
Version F7 - May 16, 2024: - Checksum : C9ED - Optimize CEP and power settings https://www.gigabyte.com/Press/News/2156 - Processor support and optimization for i9-14900KS - Update Intel…
Version F5 - September 19, 2023: - Checksum : 5D2A - Follow Intel to upgrade Microcode CPUID ver. 0x11D - Introduction of new BIOS user interface for user-centered intuitive UX with quick acce…
Version F4 - August 28, 2023: - Checksum : 5828 - Enable SPD write protect, help fixing DDR5 compatibility issue due to some module did not introduce JEDEC SPD write protection properly
Version F3 - July 28, 2023: - Checksum : 92D8 - Support GIGABYTE BIOS Settings feature under HWiNFO64(V7.6 version and after) Please find more information at: https://www.gigabyte.com/Pre…
Version F2 - June 9, 2023: - Checksum : 2A2B - Addresses Download Assistant Vulnerabilities Reported by Eclypsium Research - Supports and powers up Intel next generation processor
Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX-W supports 13th and 12th Gen Intel Core processors with four DDR5 DIMMs and a twin 16+1+2 digital VRM using 90A smart power stages. It provides four PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 connectors, a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, six SATA ports, 2.5GbE and Wi-Fi 6E, and the rear panel includes a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port. It was originally released on October 20, 2022.
What is the latest firmware version of Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX-W?
The latest firmware version of Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX-W is F13. It was released on September 29, 2026.
What changed in Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX-W firmware version F13?
Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX-W firmware version F13 includes the following changes: - Checksum: A7DD
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Where can I download the latest Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX-W firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX-W firmware (version F13) are on Gigabyte's official release page: https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z790-AORUS-ELITE-AX-W-rev-1x/support
How often does Gigabyte release firmware updates for Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX-W?
We have tracked 16 firmware versions of Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX-W. Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 65 days.
When is the next Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX-W firmware update expected?
Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX-W was recently updated. Based on this product's update history, the next firmware update is expected between November 16, 2026 and February 8, 2027.
Is Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX-W still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX-W received a firmware update within the last 3 months. The most recent version is F13.