Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) supports 14th, 13th and 12th Generation Intel Core processors in LGA1700 with DDR5 memory up to 256GB over four slots. A PCIe 5.0 x16 slot sits above two PCIe 4.0 x4 slots, and storage covers four M.2 sockets and six SATA ports, while a Realtek 2.5GbE chip provides wired networking.
Product released: October 20, 2022
Latest firmware version
Version FO, released September 29, 2026
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 17:38 UTC
What's new in version FO
- Checksum: A64C
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Version FNa - April 28, 2026: - Checksum: 8998 - Support HUDIMM (One Sub-channel DDR5) - Improve memory compatibility
Version FM - December 2, 2025: - Checksum : ABE1 - Improves platform security by making Secure Boot enabled as system default - Update ADATA 6000 16G module support
Version FL - September 24, 2025: - Checksum : FFB2 - 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 FK - June 19, 2025: - Checksum : 6C5C - CPU Microcode Update (0x3A & 0x12F): Improves CPU stability and compatibility - Secure Boot Database Key Update: Enhances system security -…
Version FKe - May 27, 2025: - Checksum : D2FC - 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 FJ - September 27, 2024: - Checksum : 5487 - Introduce the "Intel Default Settings" and enabled as default, user needs to disable it first to use GIGABYTE PerfDrive profiles - Introduc…
Version FI - May 16, 2024: - Checksum : 9D27 - Optimize CEP and power settings https://www.gigabyte.com/Press/News/2156 - Processor support and optimization for i9-14900KS - Update Intel…
Version FG - September 12, 2023: - Checksum : 91F2 - Follow Intel to upgrade Microcode CPUID ver. 0x11D - Introduction of new BIOS user interface for user-centered intuitive UX with quick acce…
Version FF - August 28, 2023: - Checksum : F1DC - Enable SPD write protect, help fixing DDR5 compatibility issue due to some module did not introduce JEDEC SPD write protection properly
Version FE - July 28, 2023: - Checksum : E808 - Support GIGABYTE BIOS Settings feature under HWiNFO64(V7.6 version and after) Please find more information at: https://www.gigabyte.com/Pre…
Version FD - June 17, 2023: - Checksum : 766A - Addresses Download Assistant Vulnerabilities Reported by Eclypsium Research - Supports and powers up Intel next generation processor - Memo…
Version FC - March 9, 2023: - Checksum : F925 - Address blank display while system powers up with RTX3060 series graphics cards - Memory single 24/48GB module compatibility optimization -…
Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) supports 14th, 13th and 12th Generation Intel Core processors in LGA1700 with DDR5 memory up to 256GB over four slots. A PCIe 5.0 x16 slot sits above two PCIe 4.0 x4 slots, and storage covers four M.2 sockets and six SATA ports, while a Realtek 2.5GbE chip provides wired networking. It was originally released on October 20, 2022.
What is the latest firmware version of Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1)?
The latest firmware version of Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) is FO. It was released on September 29, 2026.
What changed in Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) firmware version FO?
Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) firmware version FO includes the following changes: - Checksum: A64C
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Where can I download the latest Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) firmware (version FO) are on Gigabyte's official release page: https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z790-AORUS-ELITE-rev-11/support
How often does Gigabyte release firmware updates for Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1)?
We have tracked 17 firmware versions of Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1). Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 65 days.
When is the next Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) firmware update expected?
Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) was recently updated. Based on this product's update history, the next firmware update is expected between November 13, 2026 and February 5, 2027.
Is Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) received a firmware update within the last 3 months. The most recent version is FO.