Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) is a wired Micro ATX board whose Realtek ALC1220 codec supports DSD audio on the back panel line out. It uses the Intel Z790 chipset with four DDR5 slots up to 256GB, three M.2 sockets, six SATA ports, 2.5GbE, a serial port header and two Thunderbolt add-in card connectors.
Product released: October 20, 2022
Latest firmware version
Version FM, released September 28, 2026
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 17:35 UTC
What's new in version FM
- Checksum: 5F2A
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Version FLa - April 27, 2026: - Checksum: 8B30 - Support HUDIMM (One Sub-channel DDR5) - Improve memory compatibility
Version FK - December 1, 2025: - Checksum : 9396 - Improves platform security by making Secure Boot enabled as system default - Update ADATA 6000 16G module support
Version FJ - September 23, 2025: - Checksum : 83C1 - 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 18, 2025: - Checksum : 1FB6 - CPU Microcode Update (0x3A & 0x12F): Improves CPU stability and compatibility - Secure Boot Database Key Update: Enhances system security -…
Version Fie - May 26, 2025: - Checksum : DA11 - 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 26, 2024: - Checksum : 2AA0 - Introduce the "Intel Default Settings" and enabled as default, user needs to disable it first to use GIGABYTE PerfDrive profiles - Introduc…
Version FG - May 15, 2024: - Checksum : 5DF1 - Optimize CEP and power settings https://www.gigabyte.com/Press/News/2156 - Processor support and optimization for i9-14900KS - Update Intel…
Version FE - September 18, 2023: - Checksum : 6704 - 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 28, 2023: - Checksum : 070C - Enable SPD write protect, help fixing DDR5 compatibility issue due to some module did not introduce JEDEC SPD write protection properly.
Version FC - July 27, 2023: - Checksum : 2FF3 - 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 (rev 1.1) is a wired Micro ATX board whose Realtek ALC1220 codec supports DSD audio on the back panel line out. It uses the Intel Z790 chipset with four DDR5 slots up to 256GB, three M.2 sockets, six SATA ports, 2.5GbE, a serial port header and two Thunderbolt add-in card connectors. It was originally released on October 20, 2022.
What is the latest firmware version of Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1)?
The latest firmware version of Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) is FM. It was released on September 28, 2026.
What changed in Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) firmware version FM?
Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) firmware version FM includes the following changes: - Checksum: 5F2A
- Update CPU microcode version: M32B0671_00000137
- Preparation for upcoming processor support
Where can I download the latest Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) firmware (version FM) are on Gigabyte's official release page: https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z790M-AORUS-ELITE-rev-11/support
How often does Gigabyte release firmware updates for Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1)?
We have tracked 15 firmware versions of Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1). Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 65 days.
When is the next Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) firmware update expected?
Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) was recently updated. Based on this product's update history, the next firmware update is expected between November 15, 2026 and February 9, 2027.
Is Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE (rev 1.1) received a firmware update within the last 3 months. The most recent version is FM.