ASUS Prime 300 Series motherboards provide the solid foundation needed for your first build plus flexibility to grow with your ambitions We&ve melded all the good stuff that&s 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 Tune it your way Improved 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 you&re gaming or running intensive applications A larger signal eye results in enhanced stability more overclocking headroom & lower operating voltages ASUS Opti Mem advantage ASUS Opti Mem 5312 Vp S Reference design 7251 Vp S26 Reduction in crosstalk ASUS Opti Mem benefits Improved memory stability & compatibility Allows lower memory latencies at equivalent voltages Improved memory frequency margin Tested by using Synopsys HSPICE simulation software Tune it your way Improved 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 you&re gaming or running intensive applications ASUS Opti Mem benefits- enhanced memory stability & compatibility- Allows lower memory latencies at equivalent voltages- enhanced memory frequency margin Tested by using Synopsys HSPICE simulation software Cooler by design Prime 300 Series features the most comprehensive cooling controls ever configurable via ASUS Fan Xpert software or the UEFI BIOS Multiple temperature sources Each header can be set to monitor & react to up to three thermal sensors Via Fan Xpert you can also assign a sensor to monitor the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards to ensure optimal cooling during GPU- or CPU-intensive workloads 4-pin PWMDC fan Each onboard CHA FAN header supports PWM & DC mode Specifications & features vary by model & all images are illustrative Please refer
Specification pages for full details Media-acclaimed UEFI BIOSThe UEFI BIOS is an early waypoint on any PC-building journey & Prime 300 Series has one of the best in the business Q-Fan Control Can configure the fan&s operating speed manually or use the easy pre-configured fan profiles to select Standard Silent Turbo or Full Speed modes plus automatic switch to full speed if the temperature hits 75°C Search Function When you&re ready for a deeper dive Advanced mode enables full control over every aspect of the motherboard — with a built-in Search function to find the setting you need in the blink of an eye Ultrafast connectivity USB 31 Gen 2 Type-AUltimate-speed 10 Gbps with USB (Universal Serial Bus) 31 Gen 2 onboard With backward-compatible USB (Universal Serial Bus) 31 Gen 2 Type-A™ you&ll experience ultimate connection flexibility & blazing data-transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps — twice as fast as standard USB (Universal Serial Bus) 31 Gen 1 Specifications & features vary by model & all images are illustrative Please refer
Specification pages for full details USB (Universal Serial Bus) 31 Gen 1 front-panel connector Future-proof connectivity USB 31 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) 20 with instant plug-&-play connectivity & avoid back-breaking contortions in the hunt for hard-to-reach rear ports Specifications & features vary by model & all images are illustrative Please refer
Specification pages for full details M2 Speed up with onboard M2 With x 4 PCI Express 3020 bandwidth M2 supports up to 32 Gbps data-transfer speeds It&s the perfect choice for an operating system or application drive providing fast access to data Specifications & features vary by model & all images are illustrative Please refer
Specification pages for full details Intel Optane memory Intel Optane memory ready Intel Optane™ is a revolutionary non-volatile memory technology supported by Prime 300 Series motherboards Intel Optane memory modules accelerate attached storage to reduce boot & load times so everything feels faster & more responsive Native M2NVMe PCIe RAID Support for Lightning Fast Storage Speed! Not satisfied with single-storage device readwrite speeds? Then join the fast lane & build a RAID 0 array using two PCIe storage drives to enjoy data transfers at lightning speeds Reliable stability & compatibility Built to Last ASUS is the world&s leading motherboard brand Our motherboards are extensively tested for compatibility with more than 1000 components & devices & each new model undergoes a minimum of 8000 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 5 X Protection IIIHardware safeguards to ensure long-term durability 520 DDR4 compatibility Industry-leading DDR4 memory compatibility for best flexibility & reassurance 1000 compatible devices Compatibility with a range of CPUs memory modules graphics cards & more 8000 validation hours Extensive testing with latest components for enhanced reliability compatibility & safety Prime 300 Series motherboards are engineered with industry-leading 5X Protection III employing the finest components excellent circuit design & exacting standards to guarantee the quality & long-term durability of your investment That means exceptional protection & stability for your build — thanks to decades of engineering experience from the world&s leading motherboard brand 1000 Compatible devices & components The superior compatibility of Prime 300 Series is evidenced by our extensive list of supported devices — which
Includes:: thousands of compatible components — & our Qualified Vendor List (QVL) that identifies memory compatibility It all adds up to more choices for worry-free PC-building experiences 8000 VALIDATION HOURSASUS motherboards offer superb endurance We verify this by subjecting every board to more than 8000 hours of stringent tests A barrage of burn-in environmental compatibility software & safety tests confirm that our motherboards are exceptionally robust It also shows that ASUS reliability surpasses industry standards ensuring that every component is designed to function flawlessly in any environment Upgrade to unrivalled audio Outstanding audio Combined onboard features deliver elevated audio Intelligent design & premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything you&ve ever experienced! Audio shielding Separates analogdigital 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 Specifications & features vary by model & all images are illustrative Please refer
Specification pages for full details Visual beauty virtual worlds Brighten Up Your Build LED-illuminated control for PCIe slot & trace paths Built-in LED lighting options illuminate your build in a variety of eye-catching styles Specifications & features vary by model & all images are illustrative Please refer
Specification pages for full details Beyond VR ready Complete your immersion Prime 300 series isn&t 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 Intel B360 chipset The Intel B360 is a single-chipset design that supports 8th Generation Intel Core™ LGA1151 processors It provides enhanced performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links allowing increased bandwidth & stability in addition the B360 chipset provides a maximum of four USB (Universal Serial Bus) 31 Gen 2 ports two USB (Universal Serial Bus) 31 Gen 1 ports six SATA 6 Gbps ports & 32 Gbps M2 & PCIe 30 lane-speed support for faster data retrieval Intel B360 also supports integrated-graphics so you&ll enjoy the very latest in graphics performance Ready for 8th Generation Intel LGA1151 Core processors This motherboard supports 8th Generation Intel Core™ processors in the LGA1151 package with integrated graphics memory & PCI Express controllers to support onboard graphics output with dedicated chipsets dual-channel (4-DIMM) DDR4 memory & 16 PCI Express 3020 lanes for great performance ASUS Opti Mem Careful routing of traces & vias to preserve signal integrity for enhanced memory stability Fan Xpert 2 Flexible controls for ultimate cooling & quietness plus GPU-temperature sensing for cooler gaming 5X Protection III Multiple hardware safeguards for all-round protection Supreme flexibility with USB (Universal Serial Bus) 31 Gen 2 Intel Optane memory ready & dual native M2 support for lightning-fast storage speeds Memory Number of memory slots 4 Memory slots type DIMMSupported memory types DDR4-SDRAMMemory channels Dual Non-ECC Yes Supported memory clock speeds 213324502666 MHz Maximum internal memory 64 GBUnbuffered memory Yes Processor Processor manufacturer Intel Intel Core i 3i 5i 7 series i 3-8xxxi 5-8xxxi 7-8xxx Compatible processor series Intel Celeron Intel Core i 3 Intel Core i 5 Intel Core i 7 Intel Pentium Processor socket LGA 1151 (Socket H4) Internal IONumber of M2 (M) slots 2 Supported storage drive interfaces M2 Serial ATA IIIUSB 20 connectors 1USB 30 (31 Gen 1) connectors 1 Number of SATA III connectors 6 Number of EATX power connectors 1 Number of chassis fan connectors 2 Front panel audio connector Yes EPS power connector (8-pin) Yes CPU fan connector Yes ATX Power connector (24-pin) Yes Back panel IO ports USB 30 (31 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity 2USB 31 (31 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity 2USB 20 ports quantity 4VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity 1PS2 ports quantity 1HDMI ports quantity 1 Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 1DVI-D ports quantity 1 Technical details Motherboard chipset family Intel Motherboard chipset Intel B360 Parallel processing technology support Cross Fire X Intel Clear Video HD Technology (Intel CVT HD) Yes Motherboard form factor ATXComponent for PCAudio Audio output channels 71 channels Networking Ethernet LAN Yes LAN controller Realtek RTL8111 H Ethernet interface type Gigabit Ethernet Performance Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) Yes Windows operating systems supported Windows 10 Windows 10 Education Windows 10 Education x 64 Windows 10 Enterprise Windows 10 Enterprise x 64 Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home x 64 Windows 10 IOT Core Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro x 64 Motherboard chipset family Intel Motherboard chipset Intel B360 Intel Clear Video HD Technology (Intel CVT HD) Yes Audio output channels 71 channels Motherboard form factor ATXComponent for PCGraphics Parallel processing technology support Cross Fire X Maximum resolution 4096 x 2160 pixels Expansion slots PCI Express x 1 (Gen 3x) slots 2PCI Express x 16 (Gen 3x) slots 2PCI slots 1BIOSBIOS type UEFI AMIClear CMOS jumper Yes BIOS memory size 16 MBACPI version 61 Video Maximum resolution 4096 x 2160 pixels Software Windows operating systems supported Windows 10 Windows 10 Education Windows 10 Education x 64 Windows 10 Enterprise Windows 10 Enterprise x 64 Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home x 64 Windows 10 IOT Core Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro x 64 Processor special features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 20 Intel Quick Sync Video Technology Yes Intel In Tru™ 3D Technology Yes Intel Insider™ Yes Intel Optane™ Memory Ready Yes Intel Clear Video HD Technology (Intel CVT HD) Yes Weight & dimensions Width 305 mm Depth 221 mm