Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.0) is the earlier wired Micro ATX revision, with a Realtek ALC1200 codec and AMD CrossFire support. It runs 12th to 14th Generation Intel Core processors on the Z790 chipset, with four DDR5 slots up to 256GB, three M.2 sockets, six SATA ports and Realtek 2.5GbE.
Product released: October 20, 2022
Latest firmware version
Version F15, released September 28, 2026
Last checked for updates: Nov 1, 2026 05:36 UTC
What's new in version F15
- Checksum: 76CE
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Version F14a - April 27, 2026: - Checksum: 7987 - Support HUDIMM (One Sub-channel DDR5) - Improve memory compatibility
Version F13 - December 1, 2025: - Checksum : CCC5 - Improves platform security by making Secure Boot enabled as system default - Update ADATA 6000 16G module support
Version F12 - September 23, 2025: - Checksum : EA8F - 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 F11 - June 18, 2025: - Checksum : 873B - CPU Microcode Update (0x3A & 0x12F): Improves CPU stability and compatibility - Secure Boot Database Key Update: Enhances system security -…
Version F11e - May 26, 2025: - Checksum : A276 - 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 F10 - September 26, 2024: - Checksum : 4B2F - Introduce the "Intel Default Settings" and enabled as default, user needs to disable it first to use GIGABYTE PerfDrive profiles - Introduc…
Version F9 - May 15, 2024: - Checksum : A8BE - Optimize CEP and power settings https://www.gigabyte.com/Press/News/2156 - Processor support and optimization for i9-14900KS - Update Intel…
Version F7 - September 18, 2023: - Checksum : 2C21 - Follow Intel to upgrade Microcode CPUID ver. 0x11D - Introduction of new BIOS user interface for user-centered intuitive UX with quick acce…
Version F6 - August 28, 2023: - Checksum : D472 - Enable SPD write protect, help fixing DDR5 compatibility issue due to some module did not introduce JEDEC SPD write protection properly.
Version F5 - July 27, 2023: - Checksum : 8594 - Support GIGABYTE BIOS Settings feature under HWiNFO64(V7.6 version and after) Please find more information at: https://www.gigabyte.com/Pre…
Version F4 - June 8, 2023: - Checksum : DE9D - Addresses Download Assistant Vulnerabilities Reported by Eclypsium Research - Supports and powers up Intel next generation processor - Memo…
Version F3 - March 8, 2023: - Checksum : 5341 - Address blank display while system powers up with RTX3060 series graphics cards - Memory single 24/48GB module compatibility optimization -…
Version F2 - January 17, 2023: - Checksum : 49BC - Supports single 24/48GB module capacity - Add GIGABYTE PerfDrive support - Improve the linkage between Resizable and 4G above - Fine-tune C…
Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.0) is the earlier wired Micro ATX revision, with a Realtek ALC1200 codec and AMD CrossFire support. It runs 12th to 14th Generation Intel Core processors on the Z790 chipset, with four DDR5 slots up to 256GB, three M.2 sockets, six SATA ports and Realtek 2.5GbE. It was originally released on October 20, 2022.
What is the latest firmware version of Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.0)?
The latest firmware version of Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.0) is F15. It was released on September 28, 2026.
What changed in Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.0) firmware version F15?
Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.0) firmware version F15 includes the following changes: - Checksum: 76CE
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Where can I download the latest Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.0) firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.0) firmware (version F15) are on Gigabyte's official release page: https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z790M-AORUS-ELITE-rev-10/support
How often does Gigabyte release firmware updates for Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.0)?
We have tracked 18 firmware versions of Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.0). Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 65 days.
When is the next Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.0) firmware update expected?
Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.0) was recently updated. Based on this product's update history, the next firmware update is expected between November 15, 2026 and February 4, 2027.
Is Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.0) still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.0) received a firmware update within the last 3 months. The most recent version is F15.