Gigabyte Z790 AORUS MASTER is an E-ATX board measuring 30.5cm x 26.0cm, with a Marvell AQtion AQC113C 10GbE chip and Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690. It offers five M.2 sockets, an ESS ES9118 DAC, seven USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports and three Gen 2x2 Type-C ports for LGA1700 processors, with four DDR5 slots up to 256GB.
Product released: October 20, 2022
Latest firmware version
Version F20, released September 29, 2026
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 05:35 UTC
What's new in version F20
- Checksum: 94C2
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Version F19a - April 28, 2026: - Checksum: 6F1D - Support HUDIMM (One Sub-channel DDR5) - Improve memory compatibility
Version F18 - December 2, 2025: - Checksum : D29F - Improves platform security by making Secure Boot enabled as system default - Update ADATA 6000 16G module support
Version F17 - September 24, 2025: - Checksum : 3A27 - 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 F16 - June 19, 2025: - Checksum : CDFD - CPU Microcode Update (0x3A & 0x12F): Improves CPU stability and compatibility - Secure Boot Database Key Update: Enhances system security -…
Version F16f - May 27, 2025: - Checksum : 5619 - 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 F15 - September 27, 2024: - Checksum : D1B6 - Introduce the "Intel Default Settings" and enabled as default, user needs to disable it first to use GIGABYTE PerfDrive profiles - Introduc…
Version F13 - May 16, 2024: - Checksum : 8247 - Optimize CEP and power settings https://www.gigabyte.com/Press/News/2156 - Processor support and optimization for i9-14900KS - Update Intel…
Version F11 - September 19, 2023: - Checksum : B8C3 - Follow Intel to upgrade Microcode CPUID ver. 0x11D - Introduction of new BIOS user interface for user-centered intuitive UX with quick acce…
Version F10 - August 28, 2023: - Checksum : EB68 - Enable SPD write protect, help fixing DDR5 compatibility issue due to some module did not introduce JEDEC SPD write protection properly
Version F9 - July 28, 2023: - Checksum : 1C92 - Support GIGABYTE BIOS Settings feature under HWiNFO64(V7.6 version and after) Please find more information at: https://www.gigabyte.com/Pre…
Version F8 - June 9, 2023: - Checksum : 680F - Addresses Download Assistant Vulnerabilities Reported by Eclypsium Research - Supports and powers up Intel next generation processor - Memo…
Version F7 - March 9, 2023: - Checksum : 141B - Address blank display while system powers up with RTX3060 series graphics cards - Memory single 24/48GB module compatibility optimization -…
Version F5 - January 18, 2023: - Checksum : 01C9 - Supports single 24/48GB module capacity - Add GIGABYTE PerfDrive support - Improve DDR5 6800MHz 32GBx2 compatibility - Improve the linkage…
Gigabyte Z790 AORUS MASTER is an E-ATX board measuring 30.5cm x 26.0cm, with a Marvell AQtion AQC113C 10GbE chip and Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690. It offers five M.2 sockets, an ESS ES9118 DAC, seven USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports and three Gen 2x2 Type-C ports for LGA1700 processors, with four DDR5 slots up to 256GB. It was originally released on October 20, 2022.
What is the latest firmware version of Gigabyte Z790 AORUS MASTER?
The latest firmware version of Gigabyte Z790 AORUS MASTER is F20. It was released on September 29, 2026.
What changed in Gigabyte Z790 AORUS MASTER firmware version F20?
Gigabyte Z790 AORUS MASTER firmware version F20 includes the following changes: - Checksum: 94C2
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Where can I download the latest Gigabyte Z790 AORUS MASTER firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Gigabyte Z790 AORUS MASTER firmware (version F20) are on Gigabyte's official release page: https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z790-AORUS-MASTER-rev-10/support
How often does Gigabyte release firmware updates for Gigabyte Z790 AORUS MASTER?
We have tracked 19 firmware versions of Gigabyte Z790 AORUS MASTER. Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 65 days.
When is the next Gigabyte Z790 AORUS MASTER firmware update expected?
Gigabyte Z790 AORUS MASTER was recently updated. Based on this product's update history, the next firmware update is expected between November 12, 2026 and February 1, 2027.
Is Gigabyte Z790 AORUS MASTER still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, Gigabyte Z790 AORUS MASTER received a firmware update within the last 3 months. The most recent version is F20.