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Micro ATX motherboard in dark finish with metallic heatsinks and rear I/O shield

ASUS

ASUS ROG STRIX Z490-G GAMING Intel motherboard

SKU CH-W30X-AJHNF

LGA 1200 micro-ATX board with Intel Z490 chipset supporting up to 128 GB DDR4 memory

  • CPU socketLGA 1200
  • ChipsetIntel Z490
  • Max supported RAM128 GB
  • Supports up to 128GB DDR4 memory for heavy multitasking
  • LGA 1200 socket fits compatible Intel processors
  • Intel Z490 chipset enables overclocking headroom
  • Micro ATX form factor suits compact builds
  • Includes SATA cable and I/O shield for quick setup

Z490 Micro ATX Motherboard

The ASUS ROG STRIX Z490-G GAMING is an Intel motherboard built on the Z490 chipset with an LGA 1200 socket. It supports DDR4 memory up to 128 GB in a Micro ATX form factor. The board is supplied new with a chassis I/O back panel and one SATA cable.

Who This Suits

Builders who need a Z490 board for an LGA 1200 processor and want up to 128 GB of DDR4 memory in a compact Micro ATX layout. Buyers who require a larger ATX or extended ATX form factor should look at something else, as this board fits only Micro ATX cases.

Deciding Specification

The LGA 1200 socket paired with the Intel Z490 chipset determines which processors and chipset features are available. Confirm that your CPU uses LGA 1200 and that you need Z490 capabilities before purchasing.

How it compares

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Price $130.99
Pricier than about 65% of the 2,965 comparable items (median $97.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Model nameASUS ROG STRIX Z490-G GAMING
Processor
CPU socketLGA 1200
ChipsetIntel Z490
Memory
Max supported RAM128 GB

Questions about this item

Do I need to supply my own LGA 1200 processor and DDR4 memory modules for this board?

Yes, the board uses an LGA 1200 socket and supports DDR4 memory up to 128 GB, so you must provide a compatible CPU and RAM kits.

Can I reuse my existing SATA storage drives with this motherboard?

The board includes SATA ports and the bundle supplies one SATA cable, so older SATA SSDs or hard drives connect directly.

How can I confirm the board posts correctly after installing the CPU, memory and the supplied I/O shield?

Power on the system and watch for the POST code display or listen for the single beep that signals a successful boot.

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