Features Opti Mem II: Careful routing of traces & vias, plus ground layer optimizations to preserve signal integrity for enhanced memory overclocking Enhanced power solution: Premium components provide better power efficiency UEFI BIOS: New UEFI options include a search function that means that you can find settings easily Industry-leading cooling options: Comprehensive controls for fans & AIO pump, via Fan Xpert 4 or the acclaimed UEFI Ultrafast connectivity: Dual native M.2 & NVMe PCIe RAID support for lightning-fast storage speeds 5X Protection III: Multiple hardware safeguards for all-round protection Overview Dressed in professional attire, the Prime Z390 series caters to daily users & content creators with well-rounded specs & features. Combining the benefits of the latest processors with essential ASUS design & engineering, Prime Z390 provides a wealth of options for performance tuning via intuitive software & firmware features. Tune it your way Prime Z390 simplifies CPU overclocking with software & extensive tweaking options that give beginners & seasoned overclockers alike the tools to build well-tuned machines. A new memory trace layout provides stability & compatibility for both traditional DIMMs & RGB-infused memory, letting you pair a broad choice of DRAM kits with your build. Cool & Reliable Prime Z390M-Plus is designed for builders who want essential ASUS reliability & performance. More CPU cores create power-delivery challenges, so Prime Z390M-Plus has extra power phases & comprehensive cooling features for optimal performance. ASUS Lighting Control Brighten up your build With 5050 RGB strips connected to the RGB header, you can create your own stunning multicolor lighting displays with static, blinking, fading, & strobing effects. Outstanding audio Combined onboard features deliver elevated audio Intelligent design & premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything youve ever experienced! Audio shielding Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing multi-lateral interference. Separate layer for left & right tracks Ensures minimal crosstalk between audio paths. Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors Premium parts provide an immersive sound signature, with exceptional fidelity.
Specification CPU Intel Socket 1151 for 8th Generation Core™ Pentium/ Celeron Processors Supports Intel 14 nm CPU Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list Chipset Intel Z390 Memory 4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 4266 (O.C.)/4133 (O.C.)/4000 (O.C.)/3866 (O.C.)/3733 (O.C.)/3600 (O.C.)/3466 (O.C.)/3400 (O.C.)/3333 (O.C.)/3300 (O.C.)/3200 (O.C.)/3000 (O.C.)/2800 (O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory * Dual Channel Memory Architecture Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). * The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor. Graphic Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: HDMI/DVI-D ports
- Supports HDMI with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 30 Hz
- Supports DVI-D with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB (for i GPU exclusively) Multi-GPU Support Supports AMD Cross Fire X™ Technology Expansion Slots 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x 16 (x 16, x 8/x 4+x 4) * 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x 16 (max at x 4 mode) 2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x 1 Storage Intel Z390 Chipset: 1 x M.2 Socket 3, , with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) 1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) 4 x SATA 6 Gb/s port (s), gray Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10 Intel Optane™ Memory Ready Intel CPU with Intel Rapid Storage Technology support (RAID 0 & RAID 1) PCIEX16_1 slot supports up to 3 Intel PCIe NVME SSDs via a Hyper M.2 X16 series Card** LAN Intel I219V, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller (s) Anti-surge LANGuard Audio Realtek ALC887 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
- Supports: Jack-detection, Front Panel Jack-retasking Audio Feature :
- LED-illuminated design
- Brighten up your build with the gorgeous illuminated audio trace path.
- Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation & greatly reduced multi-lateral interference
- Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left & right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals
- Premium Japanese audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural & immersive sound with exceptional clarity & fidelity USB (Universal Serial Bus) Ports Intel Z390 Chipset: 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 port (s) Intel Z390 Chipset: 8 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 port (s) (4 at mid-board) Intel Z390 Chipset: 4 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 port (s) (4 at mid-board) Special Features ASUS 5X Protection III :
- ASUS Safe Slot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage
- ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes & static-electricity discharges!
- ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design
- ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability!
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM: 9 Phase digital power design ASUS Optimem II:
- enhanced DDR4 Stability ASUS EPU :
- EPU ASUS Exclusive Features :
- Mem OK! II
- AI Suite 3
- Ai Charger ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
- Stylish Fanless Design Heat-sink solution & MOS Heatsink
- ASUS Fan Xpert 4 ASUS EZ DIY :
- ASUS O.C. Tuner
- ASUS Crash Free BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM M.2 Onboard (The latest transfer technologies with up to 32 Gb/s data transfer speeds) Back I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard (violet) 1 x PS/2 mouse (green) 1 x DVI-D 1 x HDMI 1 x LAN (RJ45) port (s) 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A, 4 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A, 3 x Audio jack (s) Internal I/O Ports 1 x Lighting Control RGB Strip Header (s) 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5 Gbps) connector (s) support (s) additional 4 USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 port (s) (19-pin) 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 connector (s) support (s) additional 4 USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 port (s) 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) 1 x COM port (s) connector (s) 4 x SATA 6 Gb/s connector (s) 1 x CPU Fan connector (s) (1 x 4 -pin) 2 x Chassis Fan connector (s) (2 x 4 -pin) 1 x AIO_PUMP connector (1 x 4 -pin) 1 x S/PDIF out header (s) 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector (s) 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector (s) 1 x Front panel audio connector (s) (AAFP) 1 x Mem OK! II switch (es) 1 x Clear CMOS jumper (s) 1 x System panel connector 1 x Mono Out header Accessories Users manual I/O Shield 2 x SATA 6 Gb/s cable (s) 1 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x SCD BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, Pn P, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, Crash Free BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F9 Search, F12 Print Screen, & ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Manageability Wf M 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Support Disc Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Operating System Windows 10 64-bit Form Factor m ATX Form Factor 9.6 inch x 9.6 inch (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm ) Note * PCIEX16_1 slot supports up to 3 Intel PCIe NVME SSDs via a Hyper M.2 X16 series Card. ** ** Hyper M.2 X16 series card sold separately. Install a Hyper M.2 X16 series card & enable this card under BIOS settings.