ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 APEX Intel motherboard
- Core Ultra Processo…
- Intel Z890
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ATX Intel Z390 board for 8th and 9th Gen CPUs with dual M.2 slots, USB 3.1 Gen2, Gigabit LAN, DDR4 to 4133 MHz and SupremeFX 8-channel audio
This ATX board uses the Intel Z390 chipset and an LGA 1151 socket to support 8th and 9th generation Intel Core processors. Four 288-pin slots accept DDR4 memory up to 64 GB in dual-channel mode. Dual M.2 sockets take 2242, 2260, 2280 and 22110 modules with PCIe 3.0 x4 or SATA signalling. Integrated graphics output comes through HDMI 1.4b and DisplayPort 1.2.
A factory-fitted I/O shield removes the fiddly separate plate that often bends or gets forgotten. SafeSlot reinforces the primary PCIe 3.0 x16 slots so heavy graphics cards stay seated. ESD Guards and DRAM Overcurrent Protection guard the ports and memory traces during assembly. The standard ATX layout fits most chassis without special clearance checks.
The ROG Strix Z390-H Gaming uses substantial heatsinks on the voltage-regulator modules to dissipate heat during long gaming or rendering sessions. Eight-channel audio driven by the SupremeFX S1220A codec and Japanese capacitors maintains low noise floor when the system runs hot. Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN sustains 1 Gbps throughput without thermal throttling. M.2 shields prevent SSD throttling under continuous read-write workloads.
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| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | ASUS |
| Product line | ROG |
| Model name | Strix Z390-H Gaming |
| Processor | |
| Processor | LGA 1151 |
| Chipset | Intel Z390 |
| CPU technologies | Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU type |
| Memory | |
| Memory slot count | 4 × 288pin (DDR4) |
| Supported memory | DDR4 4133+(OC)*/ 4000(OC)*/ 3866(OC)*/ 3733(OC)*/ 3600(OC)*/ 3466(OC)*/ 3400(OC)*/ 3333(OC)*/ 3300(OC)*/ 3200(OC)*/ 3000(OC)*/ 2800(OC)*/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. |
| Max supported RAM | 64 GB |
| Memory channels | Dual Channel |
| Storage | |
| SATA ports | 6 x SATA 6Gb/s |
| M.2 slots | 1 x M.2_1 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA modes) 1 x M.2_2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode) |
| SATA and RAID support | 0/1/5/10 |
| Audio & video | |
| Audio chip | ROG SupremeFX S1220A High Definition Audio CODEC |
| Sound channels | 8 Channels * Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit / 192 kHz is not supported for 8-Channel audio. |
| Connectivity | |
| Ethernet controller | Intel I219-V |
| Maximum network speed | 1 Gbit/s |
| Ports & slots | |
| PCIe 3.0 x16 slots | 8th Gen Intel Core Processors 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (support x16, x8/x8) Intel Z390 Chipset 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (max. at x2 mode) |
| PCIe x1 slots | 3 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots |
| PS/2 ports | 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port |
| HDMI ports | 1 x HDMI |
| Ethernet port | 1 x Anti-surge LAN (RJ45) port |
| DisplayPort connectors | 1 x DisplayPort |
| USB 3.1 ports | 2 x USB 3.1 Gen1 ports [blue] 4 x USB3.1 Gen2 ports (4 x Type-A [red]) |
| S/PDIF output | 1 x Optical |
| Audio jacks | 5 Ports |
| Onboard USB headers | 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 header supports additional 4 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 header supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports |
| Power | |
| Power connectors | 1 × 24-pin EATX power connector 1 × 8-pin EATX 12 V power connector |
| Size & build | |
| Form factor | ATX |
| Width and length | 12.0 in × 9.6 in |
| More details | |
| Lighting | RGB |
Power on the system and check that the POST screen appears, the BIOS recognises the installed CPU, the full 64 GB of DDR4 memory and any drives in the two M.2 sockets, then verify 8-channel audio output and a 1 Gbps link on the Intel I219-V LAN.
The board ships with a pre-mounted I/O shield, SATA cables, M.2 mounting screws and the driver disc; you still need to purchase an LGA 1151 processor, DDR4 DIMMs, storage drives, a graphics card if your CPU lacks integrated graphics, and a compatible ATX power supply and case.
The board supports DDR4 from 2133 up to 4133+(OC) across its four 288-pin slots in dual-channel mode; pick a kit rated at 3200 or 3600 for a good balance of price and stability, or a higher OC-rated kit only if you plan to enable XMP and have adequate cooling.
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