Intel LGA 1200 socket: Designed to unleash the maximum performance of 10th Gen Intel Core processors
Robust Power Solution: 12+2 power stages with ProCool II power connector, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors to provide reliable power when pushing CPU performance to the limit
Optimized Thermal Design: VRM heatsink, PCH fanless heatsink, M. 2 heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4 utility
High-performance Gaming Networking: On-board Intel 2. 5 Gb Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard
Best Gaming Connectivity: Supports HDMI 1. 4 and DisplayPort 1. 4 output, and featuring dual M. 2, front panel USB 3. 2 Gen 2 Type-C connector
Industry-leading Gaming Audio: High fidelity audio with the SupremeFX S1220A codec, DTS Sound Unbound and Sonic Studio III draws you deeper into the game action
Asus ROG STRIX Z490-G Gaming
The ROG Strix Z490-G Gaming motherboard boasts boosted power
delivery, an optimized cooling design and intuitive ROG software to help you
get the most out of the latest 10th Generation Intel® Core™
processors. And it's not just about performance, its cyberpunk-inspired
aesthetics and a mirrored stainless steel Strix nameplate give it looks to
match.
ALL-ROUND PERFORMANCE
ROG Strix Z490-G Gaming helps you get the most out of your
gaming build with up-rated power delivery and optimized cooling. Intelligent
controls lets you manage overclocking, cooling and networking settings easily,
giving you everything you need to harness the full potential of your build for
top-tier gaming performance.
LEADING CONNECTIVITIY
ROG Strix Z490-G Gaming provides you with the latest
connectivity for supersmooth online experiences and blisteringly-fast file
transfers. Superior audio performance gives you a massive advantage, allowing
you to pick up on the smallest audio cues for a completely immersive gaming
experience.
PLAY YOUR OWN STYLE
The cyberpunk-inspired aesthetics are accentuated by the
bold slashes and cybertext. Together with the most diverse ROG ecosystem, Pair
your ROG Strix Z490-G Gaming with other ROG products to customize a gaming rig
that reflects your personal style.
5-WAY OPTIMIZATION
Take care of complex tuning with just one click. ASUS 5-Way
Optimization is a system-wide tuning utility that overclocks the processor and
tunes fan speeds to ensure the best balance between cooling and acoustics. The
automated CPU tuning feature of 5-Way Optimization leverages the same onboard
intelligence as AI Overclocking, but goes further by running a Prime95 based
stress test to deliver a result that's well-tuned from the get-go.
UEFI BIOS
The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to
configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options
for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as comprehensive features for seasoned
veterans.
Specifications
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**
* Refer to www.asus.com for CPU
support list
**Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types.
Chipset
Intel® Z490
Memory
4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4
4800(O.C.)/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.)/3400(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
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
OptiMem II
* 10th Gen Intel® Core™i9/i7 CPUs support 2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 natively,
Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
Graphic
Integrated Graphics Processor
1 x DisplayPort 1.4 **
1 x HDMI 1.4b *
*Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types.
**Support DisplayPort 1.4 with max. resolution of 4096 x 2304 @60Hz. Please
refer to www.intel.com for any update.
Multi-GPU
Support
Supports AMD 2-Way CrossFireX Technology
Expansion
Slots
Intel® 10th Gen Processors
1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 mode) *1 Intel® Z490 Chipset
1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (max at x4 mode) *2
1 x PCIe 3.0 x1
Storage
Total supports 2 x M.2 slots and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Intel® Z490 Chipset :
1 x M.2_1 socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices
support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
1 x M.2_2 socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support
(SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)*3
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
Audio
ROG SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A
- Dual OP Amplifiers
- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
- 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 :
- SupremeFX Shieldingâ„¢ Technology
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
- Premium Japanese audio capacitors
- Audio Cover
* Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192kHz is not supported for
8-Channel audio.
USB
Ports
Rear USB Port ( Total 8 )
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s)(1 x Type-A +1 x USB Type-C®)
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)(4 x Type-A)
2 x USB 2.0 port(s) Front USB Port ( Total 7 )
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s)(1 x USB Type-C®)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)(2 x Type-A)
4 x USB 2.0 port(s)
Software
Features
ROG Exclusive Software
- RAMCache III
- ROG CPU-Z
- GameFirst VI
- Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer
- Sonic Radar III
- DTS® Sound Unbound
- Overwolf
- Anti-virus software
ASUS Exclusive Software
Armoury Crate
- Aura Creator
- Aura Sync
AI Suite 3
- 5-Way Optimization with AI Overclocking
TPU
EPU
Digi+ VRM
Xpert 4
Turbo app
- EZ update
AI Charger
WinRAR
UEFI BIOS
AI Overclocking Guide
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
FlexKey
ASUS
Special Features
Extreme Engine Digi+
- 5K Black Metallic Capacitors
- ON-semi NCP302045
- MicroFine Alloy Choke
ASUS Q-Design
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow
green])
- ASUS Q-Slot
ASUS Thermal Solution
- Aluminum M.2 heatsink
- Aluminum heatsink design
ASUS EZ DIY
- BIOS FlashBackâ„¢ button
- BIOS FlashBackâ„¢ LED
- Procool II
- Pre-mounted I/O shield
- SafeSlot
AURA Sync
- Standard RGB header(s)
- Addressable Gen 2 RGB header(s)
Back
I/O Ports
1 x Intel® I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (1 x Type-A+1 x USB Type-C®)
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
2 x USB 2.0
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
1 x USB BIOS FlashBackâ„¢ Button(s)
1 x ASUS Wi-Fi Module
5 x Gold-plated audio jacks
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 W_PUMP+ 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
(PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
1 x M.2 Socket 2 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA
& PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(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 Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
1 x System panel(s)
1 x Thermal sensor connector(s)
1 x CPU OV
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
1 x VRM_HS_FAN Header
Accessories
User's manual
4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x Supporting DVD
1 x ROG Strix stickers
1 x Cable ties pack(s)
1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips (80 cm)
1 x Extension cable for Addressable LED
1 x ROG Thank you card
1 x 2-in-1 Rubber pad
1 x Wi-Fi moving antenna
1 x M.2 SSD screw package(s)
1 ROG key chain
BIOS
192 (128+64) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
Manageability
WOL by PME, PXE
Form
Factor
mATX Form Factor
9.6 inch x 9.6 inch ( 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm )
Note
*1. Support PCIe bifurcation for RAID on CPU function.
*2. When PCIe 3.0 x16_2 runs at x4 mode, SATA6G_56 will be disabled.
*3. M.2_2 shares bandwidth with SATA6G_2. When M.2_2 runs SATA mode, SATA6G_2
will be disabled.