Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X is an E-ATX Z790 board with just two DDR5 DIMM slots, up to 128GB, for 14th, 13th and 12th Gen Core processors on LGA1700. Two CPU-attached PCIe 5.0 slots run at x16 and x8, and it adds four M.2 connectors, Intel 2.5GbE, Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and two USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports.
Product released: October 20, 2022
Latest firmware version
Version F9, released September 28, 2026
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 18:32 UTC
What's new in version F9
- Checksum: B242
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Version F8a - April 27, 2026: - Checksum: 9D56 - Support HUDIMM (One Sub-channel DDR5) - Improve memory compatibility
Version F7 - December 1, 2025: - Checksum : CB98 - Improves platform security by making Secure Boot enabled as system default - Update ADATA 6000 16G module support
Version F6 - September 23, 2025: - Checksum : 09F5 - 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 F5 - June 18, 2025: - Checksum : 5F2C - CPU Microcode Update (0x3A & 0x12F): Improves CPU stability and compatibility - Secure Boot Database Key Update: Enhances system security -…
Version F5e - May 26, 2025: - Checksum : 7FB5 - 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 F4 - September 26, 2024: - Checksum : 8427 - Introduce the "Intel Default Settings" and enabled as default, user needs to disable it first to use GIGABYTE PerfDrive profiles - Introduc…
Version F3 - May 15, 2024: - Checksum : 2B3B - Optimize CEP and power settings https://www.gigabyte.com/Press/News/2156 - Processor support and optimization for i9-14900KS - Update Intel…
Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X is an E-ATX Z790 board with just two DDR5 DIMM slots, up to 128GB, for 14th, 13th and 12th Gen Core processors on LGA1700. Two CPU-attached PCIe 5.0 slots run at x16 and x8, and it adds four M.2 connectors, Intel 2.5GbE, Wi-Fi 6E AX211 and two USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports. It was originally released on October 20, 2022.
What is the latest firmware version of Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X?
The latest firmware version of Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X is F9. It was released on September 28, 2026.
What changed in Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X firmware version F9?
Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X firmware version F9 includes the following changes: - Checksum: B242
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Where can I download the latest Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X firmware (version F9) are on Gigabyte's official release page: https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z790-AORUS-TACHYON-X/support
How often does Gigabyte release firmware updates for Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X?
We have tracked 12 firmware versions of Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X. Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 65 days.
When is the next Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X firmware update expected?
Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X was recently updated. Based on this product's update history, the next firmware update is expected between November 22, 2026 and February 22, 2027.
Is Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X received a firmware update within the last 3 months. The most recent version is F9.