ASUS PRIME Z590-A LGA 1200 ATX

ASUS Prime series motherboards are expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 10th and 11th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, Prime Z590-A provides daily users and DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features. ASUS Prime Z590-A is perfect for those seeking to create a sleek, futuristic-looking build, thanks to its black and white finish and iridescent metallic nameplate and PCB cover. Tune It Your Way Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS Prime series. The Prime Z590 motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling performance tweaks to perfectly match the way you work to maximize 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. - 5-Way Optimization is an automated tuning utility that enhances overclocking and cooling profiles for your unique system configuration. - Fans stay whisper-quiet for everyday computing, and deliver optimal airflow when the system is crunching through CPU- or GPU-intensive tasks. - A stress test feature allows you to optimize and overclock for CPU- or memory-centric workloads. ASUS AI Overclocking ASUS 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. Accessible via the AI Suite software in Windows or directly through the UEFI, the intuitive AI Overclocking user interface enables users of all levels. A range of customizable settings are available for seasoned overclockers, and an auto-tuning option is available for beginners. AI Overclocking at a Glance Designed by Experts At the heart of AI Overclocking is a proprietary algorithm developed by ROG R&D engineers who worked with world-renowned overclockers to create a tool for users of all levels. Predictive Edge The algorithm analyzes your CPU and cooling system, and based on what it finds, predicts optimal settings. The software then uses these settings to automatically guide the clocking process, balancing frequency and voltage. Real-time Adjustments The software monitors workload, system temperature, fan speed and power draw every minute and it makes real-time adjustments to ensure ongoing optimal performance. AI Overclocking Guide The AI Overclocking Guide provides detailed information and instructions about how to tune your system manually. It can be accessed by hitting the F11 hotkey. Core Group Loading For high-core-count processors like the Z590, AI Overclocking lists data according to core group. This gives you adaptive control based on the status of core groups (3 / 5 / 8 / all cores), and it provides target frequency and voltage estimations needed for manual tuning. AI Overclocking in AI Suite Onboard intelligence offers automated overclocking with full, flexible control available via 5-Way Optimization within AI Suite (in Windows). 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. Self-Adaptive Fan Tuning CPU Temperature Detection AI Cooling detects CPU temperatures and uses a proprietary algorithm to calculate the lowest fan speed required to effectively cool the system and keep fan noise down. Automated Optimization Under stable system loads, the software then automatically lowers fan speed to the optimal setting, decreasing fan noise without compromising performance. Ongoing Monitoring AI Cooling continues to monitor the system and adjust fan speed based on current load. One-click Activation AI Cooling can easily be activated via the Fan Xpert 4 dashboard in ASUS AI Suite 3. Once activated, it will override all manual controls. Fan Speed References For those who prefer manual control, AI Cooling provides reference points on a graph that details fan speed in relation to temperature, providing a guide for fan settings. UEFI BIOS The renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure, tweak and tune your system. It offers intelligently simplified options for PC DIY beginners, as well as comprehensive features for seasoned veterans. Advanced Tuning for Serious Tweakers An intuitive Advanced mode offered via the UEFI lets you take complete control. A built-in search feature makes it easy to find options, and various advanced functions let you intelligently make nuanced adjustments so you can dial in performance just the way you want. MemTest 86 This memory testing software is pre-installed into the UEFI BIOS and lets you pinpoint memory issues with just one click, without the need for a USB stick or going into the OS. It stores the memory report in the BIOS archives for reference. Prediction AI Overclocking monitors system vitals such as temperature, fan speed, and power draw to estimate overclocking performance. AI Overclocking Guide Refer to the guide offered in the UEFI BIOS for step-by-step instructions detailing how to use AI Overclocking. Search Function Quickly and easily find the option or setting you need. ASUS User Profile Port configuration settings between different BIOS versions or share them with friends. FlexKey Remap the reset button on the chassis to toggle Aura lighting, activate the DirectKey to go straight to the UEFI BIOS, or reset the system. Quick and Simple Setup EZ mode displays vital settings and stats and also offers guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and one-click application of important settings — all to help you get your rig up and running in no time. AI Overclocking Enable AI Overclocking via a shortcut. Intuitive Graphical Fan Control Fine-tune individual fan settings simply by dragging a curve with the mouse. EZ XMP Improve DRAM performance with one click. Aura On/Off Mode (Stealth) Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LED, for a subdued aesthetic touch. Cool to the Core Prime Z590 series is engineered with multiple onboard heatsinks and an array of hybrid fan headers to ensure your rig stays cool and stable under intense workloads. M.2 Heatsink Two M.2 heatsinks take care of the three M.2 slots, warding off throttling that can occur with M.2 storage during sustained transfers. The heatsinks are held in place by captive screws and can be moved to other M.2 slots. VRM Heatsink and Thermal Pads Two massive VRM heatsinks and thermal pads improve heat transfer from the MOSFETs and chokes for better cooling performance. A bundled fan holder provides additional cooling options. Stack Cool 3+ 2-ounce copper layers draw heat away from critical components to keep them at their optimal operating temperatures. Cooler by Design Prime Z590 series features comprehensive cooling controls that are configurable via Fan Xpert 4 software or via the UEFI BIOS. Build on a Solid Foundation Prime Z590 series is built to handle the additional cores and increased bandwidth of 11th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. ASUS Z590 motherboards provide all the fundamentals to boost daily productivity, so your system will be ready for action with stable power, intuitive cooling and flexible transfer options. Robust Power Design Stable power is essential to extract every last bit of performance out of 11th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. Prime Z590-A is geared to cater to the demands of these high-core count CPUs. ProCool Connectors Proprietary connectors augment the motherboard's link to the PSU with 8+4 pin connectors that pass 12 volts of power directly to the processors. Each jack features solid pins that can handle more current than hollow-pin connectors. 14+2 Power Stages A VRM with 14+2 power stages delivers the power and efficiency that the latest Intel processors demand. ASUS OptiMem II Revisions to the motherboard’s trace routing provide the latest Intel processors with unrestricted access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to reduce vias and adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk. Benefits of ASUS OptiMem II: - Improved memory stability and compatibility - Allows lower memory latencies at equivalent voltages - Improved memory frequency margin Three M.2 slots (up to 64 Gbps) Prime Z590-A offers a total of three M.2 slots, with one slot supporting data-transfer speeds of up to 64 Gbps via PCI Express® 4.0, enabling quicker boot-up and app load times with OS or application drives. PCIe® 4.0 Slot ASUS Z590 motherboards are designed specifically for 11th Gen Intel® Core™ CPUs, and offer PCIe® 4.0 connectivity for the latest GPUs. The wide bandwidth and superfast transmission speeds allow you to create feature-rich builds that can handle high loads effortlessly. USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® Numerous USB ports support high-end rigs loaded with peripherals, including both front and rear USB Type-C® connectors with fast USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 for transmission speeds of up to 20 Gbps. Thunderbolt™ 4 Support Prime Z590-A features Thunderbolt™ 4 support via an on-board header. With the latest Intel-certified ASUS TunderboltEX 4 add-on card, it can enable bi-directional speeds of up to 40 Gbps on a single cable. Additionally, this card has a daisy-chain function for multi-screen connection and supports up to an 8K resolution display. It can also provide up to 100 watts of power to fast-charge devices. Intel® 2.5 Gb Ethernet Intel Ethernet Connection I225-V reduces CPU overhead and offers exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput for faster, smoother data transfer. Small Details Make a Big Difference Prime Z590 series adds the nuanced details that improve every experience, from exclusive codecs that provide pristine audio quality to intuitive RGB lighting controls that let you customize your system to create a uniquely personal look. TWO-WAY AI NOISE CANCELATION This utility leverages a massive deep-learning database to reduce background noise from the microphone and incoming audio, while preserving vocals at the same time. This removes distracting keyboard clatter, mouse clicks and other ambient noises so you can hear and be heard with crystal clarity while gaming or in calls. Realtek Codec and Unique Design Features for Pristine, Powerful Audio Prime Z590-A utilizes a unique audio codec designed in close collaboration with Realtek — the Realtek S1220A. It also features an unprecedented 120 dB signal-to-noise ratio for the stereo line out and a 113 dB SNR for the line in, providing pristine audio quality. Additionally, an impedance-sensing circuit automatically adjusts gain to ensure an optimal volume range for your headphones. DTS:X® Ultra adds a spatial audio feature to boost headphones and speakers for enhanced gaming, VR and extended-reality experiences. DTS:X Ultra supports sound based on channels, scenes, and objects to allow for deeper sonic immersion in enabled content. It also provides post-processing enhancements and device-level tuning for DTS® codecs. Flawless Audio that Immerses You in the Game Power Pre-Regulator Reduces power-input noise to ensure consistent performance. Audio Shielding Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing multi-lateral interference. Separate Layer for Left and Right Tracks Ensures minimal crosstalk between audio paths. Integrated Amplifier Capable of driving high-impedance headphones, without rolling-off high or low frequencies. De-Pop Circuit Reduces start-up popping noise to all audio outputs. Premium Japanese Capacitors Premium parts provide an immersive sound signature, with exceptional fidelity. Aura Sync Outshine the Competition A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for the built-in RGB LEDs as well as strips and devices connected to the onboard RGB headers - and it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware. Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header Three addressable Gen 2 RGB headers are capable of detecting the number of LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new headers also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear. Armoury Crate Armoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported products. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate allows you to easily customize RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal. The software also provides control of settings for an ever-growing number of ASUS products, including keyboard and mouse preferences. Armoury Crate even features dedicated product registration and news to help you stay in touch with the ASUS community. Q-Latch The innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools. The design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive and neatly eliminate traditional screws. SafeSlot Protect Your Graphics Card SafeSlot is the PCIe slot reinvented by ASUS and engineered to provide superior retention and shearing resistance. Manufactured in a single step using a new insert-molding process, SafeSlot integrates fortifying metal for an inherently stronger slot, which is then firmly anchored to the PCB through additional solder points. FlexKey The Chassis Reset Button – Reassigned FlexKey is a front-panel header that lets you customize the reset button on the front panel of your chassis to provide quick access to Aura lighting controls, DirectKey or system reset.

 

Specification:

 

Internal I/O
Number of M.2 (M) slots	3
Thunderbolt headers	1
12V power connector	Yes
Supported storage drive interfaces	M.2,PCI Express 3.0,PCI Express 4.0,SATA III
USB 2.0 connectors	2
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors	2
TPM connector	Yes
Number of SATA III connectors	4
Number of COM connectors	1
Number of chassis fan connectors	3
Front panel audio connector	Yes
EPS power connector (8-pin)	Yes
CPU fan connector	Yes
ATX Power connector (24-pin)	Yes
RGB LED pin header	Yes
Technical details
Motherboard chipset family	Intel
Motherboard chipset	Intel Z590
Supported processor sockets	LGA 1200 (Socket H5)
Parallel processing technology support	Not supported
HDMI version	2.0
Motherboard form factor	ATX
Component for	PC
Audio
Audio output channels	7.1 channels
Performance
Supported storage drive types	HDD & SSD
Motherboard chipset family	Intel
Motherboard chipset	Intel Z590
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 11,Windows 10 x64
Supported processor sockets	LGA 1200 (Socket H5)
Audio output channels	7.1 channels
Motherboard form factor	ATX
Component for	PC
Processor
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Compatible processor series	Intel® Celeron®, Intel® Core™ i3, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7, Intel Core i9, Intel Pentium G
Supported processor sockets	LGA 1200 (Socket H5)
Processor socket	LGA 1200
Memory
Number of memory slots	4
Memory slots type	DIMM
Supported memory types	DDR4-SDRAM
Memory channels	Dual-channel
Non-ECC	Yes
Supported memory clock speeds	2133,2400,2666,2800,2933,3000,3200,3333,3400,3466,3600,3733,3866,4000,4133,4266,4400,4500,4600,4700,4800,5000,5133 MHz
Maximum internal memory	128 GB
Unbuffered memory	Yes
Storage controllers
Supported storage drive types	HDD & SSD
Supported storage drive interfaces	M.2,PCI Express 3.0,PCI Express 4.0,SATA III
Number of storage drives supported	7
RAID support	Yes
Graphics
Parallel processing technology support	Not supported
Maximum resolution	4096 x 2304 pixels
Rear panel I/O ports
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity	2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity	1
DisplayPort version	1.4
USB connector type	USB Type-A, USB Type-C
USB 2.0 ports quantity	2
WiFi-AP antenna jack	1
PS/2 ports quantity	1
Microphone in	Yes
Headphone outputs	5
HDMI version	2.0
HDMI ports quantity	1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
DisplayPorts quantity	1
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports quantity	1
Network
Ethernet LAN	Yes
Wi-Fi	Yes
Wi-Fi standards	802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Wake-on-LAN ready	Yes
Ethernet interface type	2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth version	5.0
Top Wi-Fi standard	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Features
Motherboard chipset family	Intel
Motherboard chipset	Intel Z590
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 11,Windows 10 x64
Supported processor sockets	LGA 1200 (Socket H5)
Audio output channels	7.1 channels
Motherboard form factor	ATX
Component for	PC
Audio chip	Realtek ALC887 / Realtek ALC897
Expansion slots
Number of M.2 (M) slots	3
PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots	2
PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots	1
PCI Express x16 (Gen 4.x) slots	1
BIOS
BIOS type	UEFI AMI
Clear CMOS jumper	Yes
BIOS memory size	192 Mbit
Video
Maximum resolution	4096 x 2304 pixels
Software
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 11,Windows 10 x64
Drivers included	Yes
Weight & dimensions
Width	12" (305 mm)
Depth	9.21" (234 mm)
Packaging content
Drivers included	Yes
Cables included	SATA