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GIGABYTE

GIGABYTE Z490UD Intel motherboard

SKU CH-NDDP-Z51F8 MPN Z490UD

Supports 10th Gen Intel Core processors with 11+1 phase digital VRM, dual M.2 slots, GbE LAN, USB 3.2 Gen2 and RGB Fusion 2.0

  • Processor3rd / 2nd-generation Core i3, i5, i7 (LGA1155)
  • 11+1 phase digital VRM delivers stable power to 10th Gen Intel CPUs
  • Dual M.2 slots with PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA support fast NVMe storage
  • 8118 Gaming LAN with bandwidth management reduces network lag
  • Q-Flash Plus updates BIOS without CPU or memory installed
  • RGB Fusion 2.0 controls addressable and standard LED strips

10th Gen Intel Z490 ATX board

This GIGABYTE Z490UD motherboard uses the Intel Z490 chipset and an LGA 1200 socket for 10th Gen Intel Core processors. Four DDR4 DIMM slots support dual-channel memory. It is built for desktop builders who want a full-size ATX board with dual M.2 slots and integrated I/O shielding.

ATX layout with Q-Flash PLUS

Standard ATX mounting holes align with common chassis standoffs. The pre-installed I/O shield removes a separate fitting step. Q-Flash PLUS lets you update the BIOS using only a USB drive and standby power, so a missing CPU or memory will not stop the process. Enlarged VRM heatsinks sit close to the socket; tall air coolers may need clearance checks.

PCIe 3.0 and USB 3.2 Gen 2 limits

Both M.2 slots run at PCIe 3.0 x4, capping sequential throughput at the Gen 3 ceiling. One slot also accepts SATA protocol drives. The rear Type-A port reaches USB 3.2 Gen 2 10 Gbps speeds. Thunderbolt 3 support requires a separate add-in card, which occupies a PCIe slot and adds cost.

How it compares

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Price $112.99
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Specifications

Processor
Processor3rd / 2nd-generation Core i3, i5, i7 (LGA1155)
Size & build
Shipping weight1.81 kg
Package size338 × 272 × 84 mm

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the Direct 11+1 Phases Digital VRM is active after building with this Z490UD board?

The board uses a Direct 11+1 Phases Digital VRM with Low RDS(on) MOSFETs; once the system posts and the CPU runs under load, the VRM heatsink temperature reported by Smart Fan 5 sensors confirms the power delivery is functioning.

What comes in the box with the GIGABYTE Z490UD and what must I purchase separately?

The motherboard includes a pre-installed I/O shield, RGB FUSION 2.0 headers for addressable and standard LED strips, and Q-Flash PLUS for BIOS updates without a CPU; you must buy a 10th Gen Intel Core processor, DDR4 memory, storage and a power supply separately.

Which M.2 slot should I choose for an NVMe drive on this Z490UD motherboard?

The board provides Dual Ultra-Fast M.2 slots with PCIe Gen3 x4; one also supports SATA protocol, so select the slot designated for PCIe x4 NVMe to achieve the full 3.0 x4 bandwidth.

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