Colorful CVN Z790M Frozen D5 V20
- Chipset:
- Z790
- Socket:
- LGA1700
- Form Factor:
- Micro-ATX
- Memory:
- DDR5
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Manufacturer: Colorful Last updated: September 11, 2026
Colorful CVN Z790M Frozen D5 V20 (LGA1700/Intel Z790/mATX/DDR5/Budget Compact Z790) Review
The CVN Z790M Frozen D5 V20 pairs Colorful's budget positioning with DDR5 memory support in a compact mATX footprint, giving Intel 12th-14th Gen builders a lower-cost path to DDR5 on the Z790 chipset than full ATX competitors.
Colorful does not officially disclose an exact phase count or amperage figure for this board's VRM on widely accessible listings; the mATX form factor and price tier suggest a mainstream design rather than an extreme-overclocking one. Two DDR5 DIMM slots run in dual-channel mode, reflecting the "D5" naming that distinguishes this board from Colorful's DDR4-based Z790 Gaming Frozen V20 sibling. A PCIe 5.0 x16 top slot handles the GPU, and this board typically includes around two M.2 slots consistent with mATX Z790 boards at this tier, though the exact count was not fully confirmed across available retailer listings. Networking and audio codec details for this specific SKU were not fully confirmed across accessible listings at research time; buyers should verify current retailer spec sheets before purchasing. Against the Colorful CVN Z790 Gaming Frozen V20 also in this catalog, the Z790M Frozen D5 V20 moves to DDR5 memory in a smaller mATX footprint, appealing to buyers who want DDR5 headroom without the cost of a full ATX board.
Power Delivery and VRM Design
Colorful does not officially disclose an exact phase count or amperage figure for this board's VRM on widely accessible listings; the mATX form factor and price tier suggest a mainstream design rather than an extreme-overclocking one.
Memory Support
Two DDR5 DIMM slots run in dual-channel mode, reflecting the "D5" naming that distinguishes this board from Colorful's DDR4-based Z790 Gaming Frozen V20 sibling.
Expansion and Storage
A PCIe 5.0 x16 top slot handles the GPU, and this board typically includes around two M.2 slots consistent with mATX Z790 boards at this tier, though the exact count was not fully confirmed across available retailer listings.
Connectivity
Networking and audio codec details for this specific SKU were not fully confirmed across accessible listings at research time; buyers should verify current retailer spec sheets before purchasing.
Comparison to Sibling Products
Against the Colorful CVN Z790 Gaming Frozen V20 also in this catalog, the Z790M Frozen D5 V20 moves to DDR5 memory in a smaller mATX footprint, appealing to buyers who want DDR5 headroom without the cost of a full ATX board.
Specifications
Platform and CPU compatibility
| Platform | Intel |
|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 |
| Socket | Intel 12th / 13th / 14th Gen (LGA1700) |
| Chipset | Z790 |
Platform
| Socket Type | LGA1700 |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Micro-ATX |
Memory
| Memory Type | DDR5 |
|---|---|
| Memory Slots | 2 |
| Max Memory | 96 GB |
| Memory Type | 2x DDR5, dual-channel |
Expansion & Connectivity
| M.2 Slots | 2 |
|---|---|
| PCIe 5.0 Support | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Onboard | No |
Network and audio
| Audio Codec | Not fully confirmed across available listings |
|---|
| Model | CVN Z790M Frozen D5 V20 |
|---|---|
| VRM | Not officially disclosed by Colorful |
| Expansion | 1x PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| Connectivity | Not fully confirmed across available listings |
| Networking | Not fully confirmed across available listings |
| Special Features | DDR5 support at budget mATX Z790 pricing |
Expert Review
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Best for
- Budget-focused Intel builders who want DDR5 memory without full ATX pricing
- Compact builds that don't need the expansion room of a full-size Z790 board
Not for
- Buyers who need documented networking and audio specs before purchasing
- Anyone wanting to reuse existing DDR4 memory kits
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the Colorful CVN Z790M Frozen D5 V20 (LGA1700/Intel Z790/mATX/DDR5/Budget Compact Z790)?
The Colorful CVN Z790M Frozen D5 V20 (LGA1700/Intel Z790/mATX/DDR5/Budget Compact Z790) is a motherboard from Colorful. Key specs: Socket LGA1700, Chipset Z790, VRM Not officially disclosed by Colorful, Memory 2x DDR5, dual-channel, Expansion 1x PCIe 5.0 x16.
Will the Colorful CVN Z790M Frozen D5 V20 (LGA1700/Intel Z790/mATX/DDR5/Budget Compact Z790) work with my current setup?
The Colorful CVN Z790M Frozen D5 V20 (LGA1700/Intel Z790/mATX/DDR5/Budget Compact Z790) lists Socket is LGA1700. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.
Who is the Colorful CVN Z790M Frozen D5 V20 (LGA1700/Intel Z790/mATX/DDR5/Budget Compact Z790) best suited to?
It suits budget-focused intel builders who want ddr5 memory without full atx pricing, compact builds that don't need the expansion room of a full-size z790 board.
What are the drawbacks of the Colorful CVN Z790M Frozen D5 V20 (LGA1700/Intel Z790/mATX/DDR5/Budget Compact Z790)?
It is a poor fit for buyers who need documented networking and audio specs before purchasing, anyone wanting to reuse existing ddr4 memory kits.
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