Features ASUS Opti Mem: Careful routing of traces & vias to preserve signal integrity for enhanced memory stability. Fan Xpert: Flexible controls for ultimate cooling & quietness, plus GPU-temperature sensing for cooler gaming. 5X Protection III: Multiple hardware safeguards for all-round protection. Overview ASUS Prime 300 Series motherboards provide the solid foundation needed for your first build, plus flexibility to grow with your ambitions. Weve melded all the good stuff thats packed into the latest 8th Generation Intel Core™ processors with essential ASUS design & engineering, so you benefit from industry-leading technologies — including automated system tuning, comprehensive cooling controls, & immersive onboard audio. When you build with an ASUS Prime 300 Series motherboard, you build smart, easy & affordably. enhanced DDR4 stability ASUS Opti Mem preserves memory signal integrity by routing traces & vias to the optimal PCB layer, & our T-Topology trace layout ensures time-aligned signaling by balancing trace lengths between memory slots. These enhancements allow the Prime 300 Series to support a wide range of dual & quad-DIMM memory kits, while providing your rig with the stability it needs to deal with any type of workload
- whether youre gaming or running intensive applications Cooler by design Prime 300 Series features the most comprehensive cooling controls ever, configurable via ASUS Fan Xpert software or the UEFI BIOS. USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 front-panel connector Future-proof connectivity USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 is right where you need it, with two super-speed headers for the front panel. Experience data-transfer speeds up to 10X faster than USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 with instant plug-&-play connectivity, & avoid back-breaking contortions in the hunt for hard-to-reach rear ports. Built to Last ASUS is the worlds leading motherboard br&. Our motherboards are extensively tested for compatibility with more than 1, 000 components & devices, & each new model undergoes a minimum of 8, 000 hours of strict validation — offering the peace of mind of knowing that your ASUS motherboard is fit for all environments & applications. Choosing ASUS is an assurance of trouble-free DIY experiences. Outstanding audio Combined onboard features deliver elevated audio Intelligent design & premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything youve ever experienced! Beyond VR ready Complete your immersion Prime 300 series isnt just VR ready — it goes way beyond. The ASUS Beyond VR Ready marque means that Prime 300 series has been tested with loads of class-leading components to ensure that your productivity, gaming & entertainment needs are tuned for maximum performance. ASUS Beyond VR Ready opens up a new way to configure & build your dream system with total confidence.