ASUS ROG Strix Z490-F Gaming Intel Z490 LGA 1200 ATX Motherboard (14 Power Stages, DDR4 4600, Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet, dual M.2 with Heatsinks, USB 3.2 Gen 2, SATA and AURA Sync)

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  • Intel LGA 1200 socket: Ready for 10th Gen Intel Core processors.
  • Optimal Power Solution: 12+2 power stages with ProCool II power connector, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors.
  • Optimized Thermal Design: MOS Heatsink with U-shaped heatpipe, extended VRM heatsink, dual onboard M.2 heatsinks, including a bundled fan bracket and additional MOS fan for improved cooling
  • High-performance Networking: On-board Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 (802.11 ax) and Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard
  • Best Gaming Connectivity: Features USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C connectors, and supports HDMITM 1.4 and DisplayPort 1.4

Product description

Size Name:Z490 |  Style Name:ROG Strix Z490-F Gaming

The ROG Strix Z490-F Gaming motherboard is designed to cope with the demands of 10th Generation Intel® Core™ processors, with boosted power delivery and an optimized cooling design providing more surface area for heat dissipation. ROG Strix Z490-F Gaming features AI enhancements and intuitive dashboards to help you overclock and tweak various parameters easily. Performance aside, ROG Strix Z490-F Gaming catches the eye, sporting cyberpunk‑inspired aesthetics including a mirrored stainless steel finish

SKU: B08829644W
Weight: 1.2 kg
Dimensions: 30.5 x 24.5 x 6 cm; 1.2 Kilograms
Brand: ASUS
Model: ROG STRIX Z490-F GAMING
Batteries Included: No
Manufacture: Asus

From the manufacturer




POWER DESIGN

Digital power control and an array of DrMOS power stages ensure ROG Strix Z490-F Gaming has the muscle to control the latest Intel CPUs.

  1. PROCOOL II POWER CONNECTOR
  2. 12+2 POWER STAGES
  3. ALLOY CHOKE & CAPACITOR

COOLING INNOVATION

  1. MOS Heatsink with U-shaped Heatpipe
  2. Thermal Pads
  3. Extended VRM Heatsink
  4. Dual M.2 Heatsinks

COOLER BY DESIGN

ROG Strix Z490 series features the most comprehensive cooling options ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS

  • CPU Fan Header
  • AIO Pump Fan Header
  • Water Pump Header
  • M.2 Heatsink
  • M.2 Fan Header
  • 4-pin PWM/DC Fan Header




Dual PCIe 3.0 M.2

Two M.2 slots are available, with one supporting both SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4 modes, and the other supporting PCIe 3.0 x4 for NVMe. Together, they give you the fastest and most-flexible M.2 interface available.

M.2 SOCKET WITH E KEY

Integrated with Intel Wireless AC/AX technology, M.2 supports CNVi/PCIe/USB mode to build a faster and more cost-effective WiFi and Bluetooth 5.1 solution.

**Bluetooth 5.1 will be ready in Windows 10 build 19041 or later.

SONIC STUDIO III

Sonic Studio supports HRTF-based (head-related transfer function*) virtual surround for VR headsets, casting an immersive aural landscape that draws you deeper into the action. The intuitive Sonic Studio interface also offers a range of EQ options and one-click presets, allowing you to tailor acoustics to suit personal preferences or the characteristics of your headset.

ROG AI OVERCLOCKING

ROG AI Overclocking is an intelligent utility that helps you get the most out of your build by automatically profiling your CPU and cooling system to predict optimal voltage and frequency settings.

AI COOLING

ASUS AI Cooling function will automatically manage and control motherboard-connected fans to ensure optimal settings based on current system load and temperature.

AI NETWORKING

The proprietary ROG GameFirst VI utility is designed to help all users — beginners, experts, and everyone in between — optimize network settings to ensure smooth online gameplay. New to this generation, GameFirst VI features AI enhanced identification and boost technology to ensure faster and smarter network optimization.

ROG Strix Z490-E Gaming ROG Strix Z490-F Gaming ROG Strix Z490-A Gaming ROG Strix Z490-H Gaming ROG Strix Z490-G Gaming (Wi-Fi) ROG Strix Z490-G Gaming
CPU LGA 1200 LGA 1200 LGA 1200 LGA 1200 LGA 1200 LGA 1200
CPU power 14+2 12+2 12+2 12+2 12+2 12+2
Memory 4 x DDR4 4600+, Max. 128GB 4 x DDR4 4600+, Max. 128GB 4 x DDR4 4600+, Max. 128GB 4 x DDR4 4600+, Max. 128GB 4 x DDR4 4600+, Max. 128GB 4 x DDR4 4600+, Max. 128GB
Graphic output DP 1.4 / HDMI1.4 DP 1.4 / HDMI1.4 DP 1.4 / HDMI1.4 DP 1.4 / HDMI1.4 DP 1.4 / HDMI1.4 DP 1.4 / HDMI1.4
Expansion slots 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 SafeSlots (@x16 or x8/x8) ; 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (max. @x4) 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 SafeSlots (@x16 or x8/x8) ; 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (max. @x4)" 3 x PCIe 3.0 x16 SafeSlots ; (@x16 or x8/x4/ x4) ; 1 x Pcie 3.0 x4 (x2 mode) 3 x PCIe 3.0 x16 Safeslots ; (@x16 or x8/x4/ x4) ; 1 x Pcie 3.0 x4 (x2 mode) 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 SafeSlot(@x16) ; 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16(max. @x4) 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16SafeSlot(@x16) ; 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16(max. @x4)
SATA 6Gb/s 6 6 6 6 6 6
M.2 1*M.2 22110 (PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA) ; 1*M.2 22110 (PCIe 3.0 x4) 1*M.2 22110 (PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA) ; 1*M.2 22110 (PCIe 3.0 x4) 1*M.2 22110 (PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA) ; 1*M.2 22110 (PCIe 3.0 x4) 1*M.2 22110 (PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA) ; 1*M.2 22110 (PCIe 3.0 x4) 1 x 22110 (PCIe 3.0 x4 ) ; 1 x 2280 (PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA) 1 x 22110 (PCIe 3.0 x4 ) ; 1 x 2280 (PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA)
USB 4 x USB 3.2 GEN 2(3A1C) ; 4 x USB 3.2 GEN 1 (2@F, 2@B) ; 8 (4@F, 4@B) 4 x USB 3.2 GEN 2 (3A1C) ; 4 x USB 3.2 GEN 1 (2@F, 2@B) ; 6 (4@F, 2@B) 2 x USB 3.2 GEN 2 (1A1C) ; 6 x USB 3.2 GEN 1 (4@B, 2@F) ; 6 (2@B,4@F) 2 x USB 3.2 GEN 2 (1A1C) ; 8 x USB 3.2 GEN 1 (4@B,4@F) ; 5(1@B,4@F) 2 x USB 3.2 GEN 2 (1A1C) ; 5(1@B,4@F) ; 6 (2@B,4@F) 2 x USB 3.2 GEN 2 (1A1C) ; 6 x USB 3.2 GEN 1 (4@B,2@F) ; 6 (2@B,4@F)
Wireless Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 M.2 Socket (Key E) only M.2 Socket (Key E) only M.2 Socket (Key E) only Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201
Ethernet Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Intel I225-V 2.5Gb