Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE AX (rev 1.1) swaps in a Realtek ALC1220 codec and Realtek Wi-Fi 6E (RTL8852CE) with Bluetooth 5.3. The Micro ATX Intel Z790 board has four DDR5 slots up to 256GB, three M.2 sockets, six SATA ports, 2.5GbE, a serial port header and a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port.
Product released: October 20, 2022
Latest firmware version
Version FM, released September 29, 2026
Last checked for updates: Nov 1, 2026 05:35 UTC
What's new in version FM
- Checksum: 6921
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Version FLa - April 28, 2026: - Checksum: 561D - Support HUDIMM (One Sub-channel DDR5) - Improve memory compatibility
Version FK - December 2, 2025: - Checksum : 4981 - Improves platform security by making Secure Boot enabled as system default - Update ADATA 6000 16G module support
Version FJ - September 24, 2025: - Checksum : 1B00 - 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 FI - June 19, 2025: - Checksum : 65A1 - CPU Microcode Update (0x3A & 0x12F): Improves CPU stability and compatibility - Secure Boot Database Key Update: Enhances system security -…
Version Fie - May 27, 2025: - Checksum : A840 - 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 FH - September 27, 2024: - Checksum : EFE3 - Introduce the "Intel Default Settings" and enabled as default, user needs to disable it first to use GIGABYTE PerfDrive profiles - Introduc…
Version FG - May 16, 2024: - Checksum : 985D - Optimize CEP and power settings https://www.gigabyte.com/Press/News/2156 - Processor support and optimization for i9-14900KS - Update Intel…
Version FE - September 19, 2023: - Checksum : 065D - Follow Intel to upgrade Microcode CPUID ver. 0x11D - Introduction of new BIOS user interface for user-centered intuitive UX with quick acce…
Version FD - August 29, 2023: - Checksum : 48CF - Enable SPD write protect, help fixing DDR5 compatibility issue due to some module did not introduce JEDEC SPD write protection properly.
Version FC - July 28, 2023: - Checksum : 9E66 - Support GIGABYTE BIOS Settings feature under HWiNFO64(V7.6 version and after) Please find more information at: https://www.gigabyte.com/Pre…
Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE AX (rev 1.1) swaps in a Realtek ALC1220 codec and Realtek Wi-Fi 6E (RTL8852CE) with Bluetooth 5.3. The Micro ATX Intel Z790 board has four DDR5 slots up to 256GB, three M.2 sockets, six SATA ports, 2.5GbE, a serial port header and 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 Z790M AORUS ELITE AX (rev 1.1)?
The latest firmware version of Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE AX (rev 1.1) is FM. It was released on September 29, 2026.
What changed in Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE AX (rev 1.1) firmware version FM?
Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE AX (rev 1.1) firmware version FM includes the following changes: - Checksum: 6921
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Where can I download the latest Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE AX (rev 1.1) firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE AX (rev 1.1) firmware (version FM) are on Gigabyte's official release page: https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z790M-AORUS-ELITE-AX-rev-11/support
How often does Gigabyte release firmware updates for Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE AX (rev 1.1)?
We have tracked 15 firmware versions of Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE AX (rev 1.1). Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 65 days.
When is the next Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE AX (rev 1.1) firmware update expected?
Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE AX (rev 1.1) was recently updated. Based on this product's update history, the next firmware update is expected between November 16, 2026 and February 11, 2027.
Is Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE AX (rev 1.1) still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE AX (rev 1.1) received a firmware update within the last 3 months. The most recent version is FM.