ASUS PRIME Z490-P Desktop ATX Motherboard

Technical Specification

CPU

Intel Socket 1200 for 10th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
Supports Intel 14 nm CPU

Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0

Chipset
Intel Z490

Memory

4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 4600(O.C)/4500(O.C)/4400(O.C)/4266(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2933(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
OptiMem II

Graphic

Integrated Graphics Processor
1 x DisplayPort 1.4
1 x HDMI 1.4b

Multi-GPU Support

Supports NVIDIA 2-Way SLI Technology
Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX Technology

Expansion Slots

Intel 10th Gen Processors
2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 or dual x8) *1
Intel Z490 Chipset
1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (max at x4 mode)
3 x PCIe 3.0 x1 *2

Storage

Total supports 2 x M.2 slots and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Intel Z490 Chipset :
1 x M.21 socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) *3
1 x M.22 socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) *4
6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s)
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
Intel Optane Memory Ready

LAN

Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet
ASUS LANGuard
Wireless Data Network
M.2 slot only (Key E) (Support CNVI & PCIe interface)

Audio
Realtek ALC S1220A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC
- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
- Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input
- Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback *
Audio Feature:
- Optical S/PDIF in port(s) at back panel
- Audio Shielding
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
- Premium Japanese audio capacitors
- Audio Cover
- Unique de-pop circuit
- Power pre-regulator: Reduces power input noise to ensure consistent performance

USB Ports

Rear USB Port ( Total 8 )
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s)(3 x Type-A +1 x USB Type-C®)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)(2 x Type-A)
2 x USB 2.0 port(s)(2 x Type-A)
Front USB Port ( Total 7 )
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 front panel connector port(s)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)
4 x USB 2.0 port(s)

Special Features

ASUS 5X Protection III :
- ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static-electricity discharges!
- ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design
- ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability!
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM - Digital power design with Dr. MOS
- ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection - Short circuit damage prevention
- ASUS ESD Guards - Enhanced ESD protection
AURA :
- Aura RGB Strip Headers
- Addressable Gen 2 Header
ASUS Exclusive Features :
- Pre- mounted I/O shield
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
- Stylish Fanless Design: PCH Heat-sink & MOS Heat-sink & M.2 Heat-sink solution
ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-Connector
DIY Friendly Design
- Procool
- SafeSlot
Software Features
ASUS Exclusive Software:
Armoury Crate:
- Aura Creator

• Aura Sync
  AI Suite 3
• 5-way Optimization with AI Overclocking
  TPU
  EPU
  Digi+ VRM
  Fan Xpert 4
  Turbo app
• EZ update
  AI Charger
  ASUS Turbo LAN
  DTS:X Ultra
  UEFI BIOS:
  AI Overclocking Guide
  ASUS EZ DIY :
• ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
• ASUS EZ Flash 3
• ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
• EZ Tuning Wizard
  FlexKey

Back I/O Ports

1 x Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3 x Type-A+1 x USB Type-C)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
5 x Audio jack(s)

Internal I/O Ports

1 x CPU Fan connector(s)
1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s)
2 x Chassis Fan connector(s)
1 x AIOPUMP connector
1 x WPUMP+ connector
1 x AAFP connector
2 x Aura RGB Strip Headers
2 x Addressable Gen 2 header(s)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 connector support additional 1 USB ports(20-pin, Type-C)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1(up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)
2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s)
1 x M.2 Socket 1 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (SATA mode & PCIE mode)
1 x M.2 Socket 2 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
1 x M.2 with E key for Wi-Fi module
1 x COM port(s) connector(s)
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
1 x Thunderbolt header(s)
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x System panel(s) (Chassis intrusion header is inbuilt)
1 x Thermal sensor connector(s)
1 x Power-on button(s)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
1 x CPU_OV jumper
1 x M.2 Fan Header

Package Content
User's manual

3 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x Supporting DVD
1 x Q-Connector
1 x CPU Fan Holder
1 x M.2 SSD screw package(s)
1 x M.2 Key E screw package(s)
1 x M.2 Rubber Package(s)

BIOS

192 (128+64) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS

Note

1 The PCIe x12 slot shares bandwidth with M.2 slot (Key E).
2 Support PCIe bifurcation for RAID on CPU function.
3 The M.21 socket share bandwidth with SATA2.
4 M.22 slot shares bandwidth with SATA56. When M.22 slot is operating in PCIe x4 mode, SATA_56 will be disabled.

Overview

ASUS PRIME Z490-A Desktop ATX Motherboard

Z490 | Socket 1200 10th Gen | 4 x DDR4 | 6 x SATA | 3x PCIeX | ATX

• Intel LGA 1200 Socket: Ready for 10th Gen Intel Core processors

• Enhanced power solution: 12+2 DrMOS power stages, 6-layer PCB, ProCool sockets, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery

• AI Overclocking: Quickly optimizes CPU performance based on the CPU and cooler, achieving results that are extremely close to manual tuning by experts

• AI Cooling: Manages and controls all motherboard fans, automatically optimizing settings based on current system load and temperature

• 5-Way Optimization: One-click, system-wide tuning delivers optimized overclocking and intelligent cooling for CPU or GPU-intensive tasks

• Comprehensive cooling: VRM heatsink, M.2 heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4
• Next-gen connectivity: Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet, front USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and Thunderbolt™ 3 header support

ASUS Prime series is expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 10th Gen Intel Core processors. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, Prime Z490 series motherboards provide daily users and DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features.

Tune It Your Way

Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS Prime series. The Prime Z490 motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling you to tweak performance settings to perfectly match the way you work – maximizing your productivity.

5-Way Optimization

ASUS 5-Way Optimization makes your PC smart, taking care of complex tuning with just one click. It dynamically optimizes essential aspects of your system, providing overclocking and cooling profiles that are tailored for your rig.

What's in the box
User's manual
3 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x Supporting DVD
1 x Q-Connector
1 x CPU Fan Holder
1 x M.2 SSD screw package(s)
1 x M.2 Key E screw package(s)
1 x M.2 Rubber Package(s)