Gigabyte Z790I AORUS ULTRA is a Mini-ITX board measuring 17.0cm x 17.0cm with just two DDR5 slots, supporting up to 128GB. Its two M.2 sockets are mounted on the GC-Z790I BTB PLUG. The board also has two SATA ports, a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, DisplayPort up to 5120x2160@60 Hz, Intel 2.5GbE and Killer Wi-Fi 6E.
Product released: October 20, 2022
Latest firmware version
Version F14, released September 28, 2026
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 05:39 UTC
What's new in version F14
- Checksum: FBD2
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Version F13a - April 27, 2026: - Checksum: B95A - Support HUDIMM (One Sub-channel DDR5) - Improve memory compatibility
Version F12 - December 1, 2025: - Checksum : 3396 - Improves platform security by making Secure Boot enabled as system default - Update ADATA 6000 16G module support
Version F11 - September 23, 2025: - Checksum : 66B1 - 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 F10 - June 18, 2025: - Checksum : 5AB5 - CPU Microcode Update (0x3A & 0x12F): Improves CPU stability and compatibility - Secure Boot Database Key Update: Enhances system security -…
Version F10e - May 26, 2025: - Checksum : 0AB9 - Update CPU uCode 0x3a to address the following Intel Security Alerts: INTEL-SA-01153 / INTEL-SA-01224 / INTEL-SA-01247 / INTEL-SA-01322 - F…
Version F9 - September 26, 2024: - Checksum : 8FBF - Introduce the "Intel Default Settings" and enabled as default, user needs to disable it first to use GIGABYTE PerfDrive profiles - Introduc…
Version F8 - May 15, 2024: - Checksum : 5E7B - Optimize CEP and power settings https://www.gigabyte.com/Press/News/2156 - Processor support and optimization for i9-14900KS - Update Intel…
Version F6 - September 18, 2023: - Checksum : 6D8F - Follow Intel to upgrade Microcode CPUID ver. 0x11D - Introduction of new BIOS user interface for user-centered intuitive UX with quick acce…
Version F5 - August 28, 2023: - Checksum : 066E - Enable SPD write protect, help fixing DDR5 compatibility issue due to some module did not introduce JEDEC SPD write protection properly.
Version F4 - July 27, 2023: - Checksum : 46C3 - Support GIGABYTE BIOS Settings feature under HWiNFO64(V7.6 version and after) Please find more information at: https://www.gigabyte.com/Pre…
Version F3 - June 8, 2023: - Checksum : F017 - Addresses Download Assistant Vulnerabilities Reported by Eclypsium Research - Supports and powers up Intel next generation processor
Version F2 - March 8, 2023: - Checksum : A1BA - Address blank display while system powers up with RTX3060 series graphics cards
Gigabyte Z790I AORUS ULTRA is a Mini-ITX board measuring 17.0cm x 17.0cm with just two DDR5 slots, supporting up to 128GB. Its two M.2 sockets are mounted on the GC-Z790I BTB PLUG. The board also has two SATA ports, a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, DisplayPort up to 5120x2160@60 Hz, Intel 2.5GbE and Killer Wi-Fi 6E. It was originally released on October 20, 2022.
What is the latest firmware version of Gigabyte Z790I AORUS ULTRA?
The latest firmware version of Gigabyte Z790I AORUS ULTRA is F14. It was released on September 28, 2026.
What changed in Gigabyte Z790I AORUS ULTRA firmware version F14?
Gigabyte Z790I AORUS ULTRA firmware version F14 includes the following changes: - Checksum: FBD2
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Where can I download the latest Gigabyte Z790I AORUS ULTRA firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Gigabyte Z790I AORUS ULTRA firmware (version F14) are on Gigabyte's official release page: https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z790I-AORUS-ULTRA-rev-10/support
How often does Gigabyte release firmware updates for Gigabyte Z790I AORUS ULTRA?
We have tracked 17 firmware versions of Gigabyte Z790I AORUS ULTRA. Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 65 days.
When is the next Gigabyte Z790I AORUS ULTRA firmware update expected?
Gigabyte Z790I AORUS ULTRA was recently updated. Based on this product's update history, the next firmware update is expected between November 9, 2026 and February 1, 2027.
Is Gigabyte Z790I AORUS ULTRA still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, Gigabyte Z790I AORUS ULTRA received a firmware update within the last 3 months. The most recent version is F14.