ASUS Z390 MOTHERBOARDS AND 9TH GENERATION INTEL CPUS

POWER FOR EVERY WORKLOAD.

The release of Intel’s 9th Generation Core processors raises the bar by offering up to eight cores and sixteen threads of processing horsepower. Power users, content creators, multitaskers and gamers have an amazing array of new processors to choose from, and to extract the most from them, Asus is ready with a new family of Z390 motherboards.

Whether you’re a hardcore overclocker looking to tweak your way to records, a gamer striving to dominate the battlefield, a professional needing rock solid reliability, or some combination of the above, Asus has a motherboard to suit you.

GET THE MOST FROM YOUR 9TH GENERATION SYSTEM

Asus makes overclocking easier and more seamless than ever thanks to AI Overclocking. When paired with a K-series 9th generation processor, AI overclocking uses an algorithm to monitor temperatures, fan speeds and power draw. It even rates the quality of your individual CPU and adjusts to changes in dust buildup and seasonal temperature variations to provide automatic overclocking without having to tweak everything yourself.

DDR4 memory speeds continue to increase. DDR4-4000 and higher modules are becoming increasingly widespread, and this requires some serious engineering to properly enable. Asus is renowned for its memory support and compatibility and so Asus Z390 motherboards have undergone a complete redesign making them more capable of running the highest memory speeds, even with all slots populated.

ASUS AURA SYNC: PCS THAT DEMAND TO BE SEEN

There’s no better way to personalise your system than with adjustable RGB lighting. Thanks to Asus Aura Sync, controlling the colours and effects of your system is just a matter of a few mouse clicks. Asus partners with a wide range of component manufacturers, enabling consistent illumination of your PC, just the way you want it. Not everyone wants their PC to light up the night though, so Asus motherboards come with a stealth mode, which disables RGB lighting and secondary LEDs for a more discrete build.

Asus Z390 motherboards also come with headers for additional RGB strips including the addressable headers of most ROG models. Even the entry level Z390-P has an RGB header.

NEXT LEVEL CONNECTIVITY

Asus Z390 motherboards offer more USB ports and networking features than ever, including 5G LAN support for the Maximus XI Extreme and Formula. Select boards also make use of 160MHz 802.11ac Wave 2 WiFi, providing up to 1.73Gbps connectivity plus BT 5.0. Next generation networking is here.

All Asus motherboards come with at least two M.2 SSD slots, meaning even entry level boards can make use of super speed NVMe technology.

In partnership with selected memory manufacturers, Asus has developed a new Double Capacity DIMM standard. Asus ROG and ROG Strix Z390 motherboards support this standard meaning it’s possible to have up to 64GB of memory packed into just two memory modules. This is perfect for ITX motherboards or the likes of the Strix Z390-I Gaming which can now utilize the platform’s maximum supported amount of memory at high frequencies.

ROG MOTHERBOARDS SET THE STANDARD YET AGAIN

Asus Republic of Gamers motherboards continue to be the gold standard for enthusiast class motherboards. Gamers and overclockers all over the world continue to extol the virtues of ROG products year after year.

The Maximus XI Extreme is the ultimate dream motherboard, packed with innovative features while the Maximus XI Formula is tailored to suit modders and watercooling enthusiasts. The Maximus XI Apex is an unrivalled overclocking motherboard, stacked with tweaking options and class leading memory performance. The Maximus IX Gene is the ultimate mATX motherboard, perfect for a small form factor build while giving up nothing in terms of refinement or capabilities. Then there’s the Maximus XI Hero. It’s unmistakably ROG but in a more value oriented package.

ROG STRIX MOTHERBOARDS ARE PERFECT FOR THE DISCERNING GAMER

If you don’t need super high end expense adding features, but still demand Asus Gaming know how, then the ROG Strix series is for you. Strix motherboards deliver everything you need to get the most out of your game.

For full-sized systems, the Strix Z390-E and Strix Z390-F Gaming deliver all the key features you need in balanced packages while the Z390-H Gaming is the most affordable way to join the ranks of the ROG club, without giving up anything in terms of performance or reliability.

If you’re a small form factor junkie, then it doesn’t get much better than the Strix Z390-I Gaming. Asus engineers have worked wonders to pack features and components into this tiny ITX motherboard. You still get dual M.2 drive slots and the ability to pack in up to 64GB of memory thanks to Double Capacity DIMM support.

TUF GAMING: BULLETPROOF RELIABILITY AND COMPATIBILITY

The Asus TUF series is a unique industry initiative that promises compatibility and reliability along with a consistent aesthetic. TUF Alliance memory, coolers and cases are all widely available. This gives you peace of mind that your Asus build is battle tested. Building a reliable PC has never been easier.

There are five different TUF models to choose from. All feature military grade components and have upgraded VRM’s that are engineered to easily handle the demands of 9th generation processors. Quality and durability go hand in hand with the Asus TUF series.

ASUS PRIME MOTHERBOARDS: BALANCED FEATURES AND PERFORMANCE

Asus Prime motherboards deliver a great balance of features and performance with attractive pricing. With a Prime motherboard, there’s nothing stopping you from building a top specification enthusiast build. You still get all the key platform features and expansion options without wasting money on un-needed expensive enthusiast features. A board such as the Prime Z390-P or Prime Z390M-PLUS are solid choices for you Z390 and 9th Generation build, and you’ll save some dollars in the process.

THE WS Z390 PRO IS A WORKSTATION COMPUTING POWERHOUSE

Eight core Intel processors have processing power that was the exclusive domain of high end platforms just a couple of years ago. If you’re geared towards productivity instead of play, then the Asus Z390 WS is for you. Do you need the sheer power of quad GPUs for rendering or 3D modelling? Check. How about M.2 and U.2 ports for enterprise class storage? Asus has got you covered.

The WS Z390 Pro is decked out with up to sixteen USB ports plus teaming capable dual Intel Gigabit LAN. Workstation users and even gamers looking to build multi GPU systems should take a look at the WS Pro for unmatched expansion and connectivity capabilities.

‘All Asus motherboards come with at least two M.2 SSD slots, meaning even entry level boards can make use of super speed NVMe technology.’