The ASUS ROG STRIX Z790-E GAMING WIFI and the Gigabyte X670E AORUS MASTER represent an objective tie across the evaluated specifications. While both motherboards share equal standing in the majority of categories, each offers a distinct hardware advantage for specific storage configurations. The ASUS ROG STRIX Z790-E GAMING WIFI provides a 25% advantage in M.2 slots, while the Gigabyte X670E AORUS MASTER delivers a 50% advantage in available SATA ports for traditional drive connectivity.

Choose the ASUS ROG STRIX Z790-E GAMING WIFI if your build prioritizes high-speed M.2 storage capacity for modern NVMe drives. Conversely, select the Gigabyte X670E AORUS MASTER if your system requires extensive support for legacy SATA storage devices. Because these boards are otherwise evenly matched, your final decision should rely entirely on whether your specific storage needs favor the increased M.2 slot count or the superior number of SATA ports provided by these respective options.