All stock codes associated to this product
X299AORUSGaming9, X299 AORUS Gaming 9, MBGX299AORUSGAMING9, MBG-X299AORUSGAMING9, GAX299AORUSGAMING9, GA-X299-AORUS-GAMING-9, 4719331801670
Overview
- Supports Intel Core X-series Processor Family
- Quad Channel Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 8 DIMMs, DDR4333+(OC)
- Intel Optane Memory Ready
- ASMedia 3142 USB 3.1 Gen 2 with USB Type-C and Type-A
- 3-Way Graphics Support with Dual Armor and Ultra Durable Design
- Server-Class Digital Power Design
- ALC1220 120dB SNR HD Audio with Smart Headphone AMP and WIMA audio
capacitor
- RGB FUSION supports Digital LED and RGBW Light Strips
- Smart Fan 5 features Multiple Temperature Sensors and Hybrid Fan Headers
with FAN STOP
- Dual Ultra-Fast M.2 with PCIe Gen3 x4 interface
- NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 U.2 support by optional adaptor
- Intel GbE LAN Gaming Network with cFosSpeed Internet
Accelerator Software
- Anti-Sulfur Resistor Design
- Ultra Durable 25KV ESD and 15KV Surge LAN Protection
- Lightning-Fast Intel Thunderbolt 3 AIC Support
- GIGABYTE UEFI DualBIOS
- APP Center Including EasyTune and Cloud Station Utilities
The AORUS X299 enthusiast motherboards are faster and more powerful than any
motherboard the world has ever seen. With an aggressively redesigned armor and
thermal heatsinks its sure to turn heads and catch eyes. Performance is no
stranger to AORUS, with exotic cooling and an ability to be tuned to peak
performance AORUS motherboards will exceed expectations.
RGB Fusion
AORUS' X299 series motherboards boast the most advanced LED system in the
market today. With more customizability than ever and a convenient and intuitive
UI thanks to the RGB Fusion App, youll have a blast making your AORUS your own.
LED enthusiasts now have even more options with the ability to customize
multiple zones independently. For a more functional use, the bright and vibrant
LEDs can be configured to display the PCs temperature or load. For even more LED
goodness RGBW strips are now supported for more true and vibrant
whites.
RGB Fusion with Digital LEDS
With AORUS X299 Motherboards, RGB Fusion is even better with
Digital LEDs.* RGB Fusion offers users the option to control onboard and
external LED light strips for their PC. Already feature filled with colors and
patterns, RGB Fusion on X299 Series AORUS Motherboards are now upgraded with
Digital LED support. With onboard options and external digital LED strips*,
where each LED is digitally addressable, users can experience even more
patterns, styles, and illuminations.
AORUS Gaming Motherboards will support either 5v or 12v digital
LED strips. RGB Fusion with Digital LEDs comes with 9 new patterns and various
speed settings with more to come.
*Digital LEDs are available only on select Motherboards, external LED
Strips, Digital LED Strips are not included with Motherboard purchase.
Surround Lighting
Now offering more LED customizations than ever, users can truly adapt their
PC to represent their lifestyle. With full RGB support and a redesigned RGB
Fusion application, the user has complete control over the LEDs which surround
the motherboard.
RGB Fusion (Advanced mode)
With the all new RGB Fusion software, users have access to different preset
LED lighting configurations with choice of colors. You can even set the LEDs to
synchronize with your favorite music or have them change colors to indicate the
CPU temperature. For true lighting experts there is an Advanced Mode, which can
be fully customized by individual area with its own effects and color
transitions, along with specific duration and transition times.
GIGABYTE RGB Fusion APP
Don't just make your PC shine, make it a
work of art that friends will envy. With the GIGABYTE RGB Fusion mobile app
users can watch as they control the lighting within their gaming PC. This gives
users ease of access as they try and adjust colors and speeds for different
modes, all this can be achieved away from the keyboard and monitor of their PC.
Supports RGBW &V Light
Strips
Independently Programmable Onboard
Pin Header for RGBW/ -UV LED Strips
Not bright enough? You can install
standard 12V external RGB, RGBW or RGB/UV light strips on the RGBW pin header
and control its color from the RGB Fusion software. Using a RGBW light strip
with a dedicated white LED, users will experience brighter and more vibrant
shades of colors.
When using RGB/UV LED strips, users can
give their systems a fluorescent glow with the use of UV reactive liquid, neon
braided cables, and acrylic paint for a wicked-looking gaming PC.
No need to worry when choosing light
strips as AORUS motherboards support a wide variety of RGBW/-UV light strips on
the market thanks to the RGB Fusion software that allows users to redefine the
pin location for the R/G/B Signal.
ESS SABRE DAC
AORUS AMP-UP Audio now offers ESS SABRE with a DAC that
adopts the concept of a high-end audiophile sound system design into a micro
system within the motherboard. It provides a pure yet powerful sound, resonating
classical orchestra or blasts in your virtual warzone.
Dual Smart Headphone AMPs
Automatically detects impedance of your head-worn
audio device, whether earbuds or high-end headphones to provide optimal audio
dynamicspreventing issues such as low volume and distortion.
USB DAC-UP 2
AORUS improves upon USB DAC-UP technologies with USB
DAC-UP 2.
USB DAC-UP 2 continues to provide clean, isolated
and low-noise power while adding the ability to compensate for voltage
drop.
Virtual reality pioneers and gamers alike can rest
assured that their expensive accessories and peripherals will not encounter
connectivity or power deficiency issues with the AORUS USB DAC-UP 2. With Gaming
Gear drawing large amounts of power and having firm specification requirements
USB DAC-UP 2 is up for the challenge.
Creative SoundBlaster
720°
Creatives latest top-of-the-line audio engine takes your PC audio to the next
level. These comprehensive tools backed by leading technology and algorithms in
audio will enrichen your experience, whether its streaming, gaming, listening to
music, or other entertainment needs.
Scout Radar
Expand your vision with the worlds first smart gaming companion that enables
you not only to hear your enemies from further away but also to visualize and
see where enemies are on the radar through your mobile device.
Scout Mode
This proprietary technology allows you to hear your enemies from further
away, giving you a distinct tactical advantage.
Smart Fan 5
With Smart Fan 5 users can ensure that
their gaming PC can maintain its performance while staying cool. Smart Fan 5
allows users to interchange their fan headers to reflect different thermal
sensors at different locations on the motherboard. Not only that, with Smart Fan
5 more hybrid fan headers that support both PWM and Voltage mode fans have been
introduced to make the motherboard more liquid cooling friendly.
Fan Stop
Achieve fan silence. With Fan Stop map any
fan to stop completely when temperatures drop below a specified threshold. Which
fan stops, based on readings from which sensor, and at what temperatureall of it
can be customized to your liking.
Hybrid Fan Pin Headers
&perature Sensors
New Smart Fan 5 Software
Choose from different modes, Quiet to Full Speed, to match your
system usage scenario.
For each fan or pump, you can use the intuitive fan curve to
define trigger thresholds and corresponding fan speeds.
System Information Viewer
GIGABYTE System Information Viewer is a central location that gives you
access to your current system status. Monitor components such as the clocks and
processor, set your preferred fan speed profile, create alerts when temperatures
get too high or record your systems behavior; these are the possibilities of the
System Information Viewer.
Server-Class Digital Power Design
AORUS X299 series motherboards use an all digital CPU power design
from International Rectifier which includes both 4th Generation
digital PWM Controllers and industry-leading 3rd Generation
PowIRstage controllers. These 100% digital controllers offer
incredible precision in delivering power to the motherboard's most power-hungry
and energy-sensitive components, allowing enthusiasts to get the absolute
maximum performance from their new Intel Core X-series CPUs.
IR Digital PWM &PowIRstage ICs
This new generation of IR digital power controllers and
PowIRstage ICs feature Isense technology, which provide more precise
current sensing accuracy. This helps evenly distribute the thermal loading
between the PowIRstage ICs, preventing the overheating of each
individual PowIRstage, resulting in longer lifespan and better
reliability.
Server Level Chokes
AORUS X299 series motherboards feature Server Level Chokes.
-
Server level reliability
-
High current capacity
- New design reduces heat created by power loss and provides efficient power
delivery to CPU VRM area.
Turbo B-Clock
Built-in Advanced Performance Tuning IC
Turbo B-Clock Tuning IC in the X299 series motherboards enable overclockers
to have the ability to change their BCLK frequency to a desired value of their
choice. With the new linear range adjustment option of the Tuning IC, ranges
from 90MHz to 500MHz are now possible, so that overclockers are not limited to
the 5% ranges of traditional straps.
Performance Fueled by OPTANE
Built-in Advanced Performance Tuning IC
The AORUS X299 Platform is the first
enthusiast platform that supports Intels latest Optane technology. Optane fuels
storage performance by acting as a cache drive giving users a significant boost
compared to traditional mechanical drives.
Dual Ultra-Fast NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2
With two NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2 connectors onboard, AORUS brings to the user
PCI-Express connectivity for SSD devices. Delivering up to 32 Gb/s data transfer
speed per connector, the dual M.2 provides an ideal storage solution as it also
supports RAID modes.
U.2 Adaptor (NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4)
NVMe Performance for PCIe
SSDs
The new Intel 750 series SSDs offer an incredible increase in performance
over SATA drives. Using the NVMe protocol which takes advantage of the fast
bandwidth of PCIe Gen3 x4 lanes (32 Gb/s), the drives are a clear advantage for
users looking to boot their OS faster, load their games in a flash and access
large files without waiting. By implementing the U.2 Adaptor to support the 2.5
Intel 750 Series drive, AORUS ensures that the users can benefit from the best
performance.
Note : U.2 Adaptor is purchased separately. SSDs and cables not
included.
Support for DDR4 XMP Up to 4333MHz and Beyond*
AORUS is offering a tested and proven platform that ensures proper
compatibility with profiles up to 4333MHz and beyond. All users need to do to
attain this performance boost is to ensure that their memory module is XMP
capable and that the XMP function is activated and enabled on their AORUS
motherboard.
What is XMP?
DDR4 memory modules are available at a stock frequency of 2133MHz, but as
frequency tweaking requires a considerable amount of effort and knowledge,
memory vendors encode XMP profiles which can automatically modify the timings of
the supported memory modules to work with your CPU and to achieve increased
performance.
* XMP Profile support may vary depending on memory module. Please visit
www.aorus.com to see the complete validated memory support list. Product
features may vary by model.
Broad DDR4 Compatibility with
Support List of 1000+ DDR4 Validated!
AORUS partners very closely with memory vendors from around the world to
ensure that modules offered by popular memory brands are compatible with AORUS
Motherboards. AORUS has verified over 1000+ different modules to ensure
performance in a AORUS built system.
Refreshed BIOS Easy, Smart, and Friendly
The BIOS is essential for users during initial setup to allow for the most
optimal settings. With a new GUI and easier to use functionalities, GIGABYTE has
been able to reinvent the BIOS to give users a better experience while setting
up their new system.
* Photos are for reference only. Product features may vary by
model.
GIGABYTE APP Center
The GIGABYTE APP Center gives you easy access to a wealth of GIGABYTE apps
that help you get the most from your GIGABYTE motherboard. Using a simple,
unified user interface, GIGABYTE APP Center allows you to easily launch all
GIGABYTE apps installed on your system, check related updates online, and
download the latest apps, drivers, and BIOS.
EasyTune
GIGABYTE's EasyTune is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users
to fine-tune their system settings or adjust system and memory clocks and
voltages in a Windows environment. With Smart Quick Boost, one click is all it
takes to automatically overclock your system, giving an added performance boost
when you need it the most.
Overclocking to Boost Your Frame Rates
Get the highest levels of performance from your PC with easy-to-use GIGABYTE
overclocking features.
3D OSD
3D OSD automatically detects and displays your system information during
games, allowing you to easily get a hold of your system information without
switching between screens.
Intel GbE LAN with cFosSpeed Internet Accelerator Networking
IntelGbE LAN features cFosSpeed, a
network traffic management application which helps to improve network latency
and maintain low ping times to deliver better responsiveness in crowded LAN
environments.
PURE SPEED AORUS Extreme USB 3.1
Motherboards
The ASMEDIA3142 USB 3.1 controller utilizes 2 PCIe
Gen3 lanes, offering a total of up to 16 Gb/s, which means you have extra
bandwidth to take full control of the 10 Gb/s USB 3.1 ports. With twice the
bandwidth compared to its previous generation, and backwards compatibility with
USB 2.0 and 3.0, the much improved USB 3.1 protocol is available over the new
reversible USB Type-C and the traditional USB Type-A connector for better
compatibility over a wider range of devices.
Ultra Durableâ„¢ Memory Armor
AORUS' exclusive one piece stainless steel shielding design prevents against
PCB distortion and twist, plate bending, in addition to preventing any possible
ESD interference
START SULFURIZATION
PROTECTION
Sulfur compounds in the air can penetrate tiny onboard resistors creating
chemical change and causing these resistors to open or short. If either of these
occurs the motherboard will fail to function. By equipping resistors with an
Anti-Sulfur Design GIGABYTE gives Ultra Durable Motherboards a whole new
meaning.
GIGABYTE Patented DualBIOSâ„¢
Design
GIGABYTE Ultra Durable motherboards feature GIGABYTE DualBIOS, an exclusive
technology from GIGABYTE that protects arguably one of your PC's most crucial
components, the BIOS. GIGABYTE DualBIOS means that your motherboard has both a
'Main BIOS' and a 'Backup BIOS', protecting users from BIOS failure due to
virus, hardware malfunction, improper OC settings or power failure during the
update process.
@BIOS
The GIGABYTE @BIOS app allows you to update your systems BIOS from within
Windows using a simple and slick graphical user interface. @BIOS can
automatically download the latest version from the GIGABYTE serversor you can
update your BIOS from a file on your computer. @BIOS also allows you to save
your current BIOS to a file, recover your previous BIOS from an image and backup
your BIOS to an image.
Long Lifespan Durable Blackâ„¢ Solid Caps
AORUS motherboards integrate the absolute best quality solid state capacitors
that are rated to perform at maximum efficiency for extended periods, even in
extreme performance configurations. With ultra-low ESR no matter how high the
CPU load, this provides peace of mind for end users who want to push their
system hard, yet demand absolute reliability and stability. These exclusive
capacitors also come in customized jet black, exclusively on AORUS motherboards.
Easy to Install "G Connector" Design
The tiny cables of the front panel connectors can be hard to manipulate as
space is restricted and indicators being tiny. With the G Connector, you can
connect all the FP cables at once, simplifying the process of building your next
PC and saving you some frustrations.
XSplit Gamecaster + Broadcaster: Cast Your Game Anytime,
Anywhere
Now set up your stage and share the greatest gaming moments with XSplit
Gamecaster + Broadcaster! Fully optimized social media integration is ready for
real-time chatskeeping you notified yet focused in the game. It takes just one
click to stream your gameplay to Twitch. Host your game like a pro!
Specifications
CPU
- Support for Intel Core X series processors in the LGA2066
package
- L3 cache varies with CPU
(Please refer "CPU Support List" for more
information.)
Chipset
- Intel X299 Express Chipset
Memory
- 8 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB of system memory.
*
Support for up to 512 GB of system memory when using Registered DIMMs.
*
Supported when using a 44-lane or 28-lane CPU. (6 core above)
- 4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 64 GB of system memory.
*
Supported when using a 16-lane CPU. (4 core)
- 4 channel memory architecture.
* Supported when using a 44-lane or
28-lane CPU. (6 core above)
- Dual channel memory architecture.
Supported when using a 16-lane CPU.
(4 core)
- Support for DDR4 4333(O.C.) / 4266(O.C.) / 4133(O.C.) / 4000(O.C.) /
3866(O.C.) / 3800(O.C.) / 3733(O.C.) / 3666(O.C.) / 3600(O.C.) / 3466(O.C.) /
3400(O.C.) / 3333(O.C.) / 3300(O.C.) / 3200(O.C.) / 3000(O.C.) / 2800(O.C.) /
2666(O.C.) / 2400 / 2133 MHz memory modules
- Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM memory modules
- Support for Registered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx4/2Rx4 memory modules (operate in
non-ECC mode)
- Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
(Please
refer "Memory Support List" for more information.)
Audio
- Realtek ALC1220 codec
- TI Burr Brown OPA1622 operational amplifier
- ES9018K2M chip
- Support for Sound BlasterX 720
- High Definition Audio
- 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
- Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN
- 1 x Intel GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) (LAN1)
- 1 x Rivet Networks Killer E2500 LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
(LAN2)
Wireless Communication module
- Killer Wireless-AC 1535
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, supporting 2.4/5 GHz Dual-Band
- Bluetooth 4.1
- Support for 11ac wireless standard and up to 867 Mbps data rate
*
Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and
equipment.
Expansion Slots
- 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at x16 (PCIEX16_1, PCIEX16_2)*
- 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x8 (PCIEX8)*
- 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at x4 (PCIEX4_1, PCIEX4_2)*
(All of
the PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)
* The PCIEX4_1
slot shares bandwidth with the M2M_32G connector. The PCIEX4_1 slot becomes
unavailable when a device is installed in the M2M_32G connector.
* Actual
PCIe bandwidth vary by different CPU installed (44/28/16 lanes
CPU)
When using a 44 lane CPU:
|
1-Way |
2-Way |
3-Way |
PCIEX16_1 |
(x16) |
(x16) |
(x8) |
PCIEX16_2 |
|
(x16) |
(x16) |
PCIEX8 |
|
|
(x8) |
: Installed, : Not Installed.
When
using a 28 lane CPU:
|
1-Way |
2-Way |
3-Way |
PCIEX16_1 |
(x16) |
(x16) |
(x8) |
PCIEX16_2 |
|
(x8) |
(x8) |
PCIEX8 |
|
|
(x8) |
: Installed, : Not Installed.
When
using a 16 lane CPU:
|
1-Way |
2-Way |
PCIEX16_1 |
(x16) |
(x8) |
PCIEX4_1 |
|
|
PCIEX16_2 |
|
(x8) |
PCIEX8 |
|
|
: Installed, : Not Installed.
Storage Interface
Chipset:
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280 SATA and PCIe x4/x2 SSD
support) (M2P_32G)
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 PCIe x4/x2 SSD
support) (M2M_32G)
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280 SATA and PCIe
x4/x2 SSD support) (M2Q_32G)
- 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
- Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10
* The M2M_32G connector
must work with an Intel VROC Upgrade Key to support RAID
configuration.
* Refer to "1-12 Internal Connectors," for the installation
notices for the M.2 and SATA connectors.
Multi-Graphics Technology
- Support for NVIDIA Quad-GPU SLI and 3-Way* /2-Way
NVIDIA SLI technologies
* Supported when using a 44-lane or
28-lane CPU.
- Support for AMD Quad-GPU CrossFire and 3-Way* /2-Way AMD CrossFire
technologies
* Supported when using a 44-lane or 28-lane CPU.
USB
Chipset+2 ASMedia
USB 3.1 Gen 2 Controllers:
- 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port available through the internal USB header
- 1 x USB Type-C port on the back panel, with USB 3.1 Gen 2
support
Chipset+Realtek
USB 3.1 Gen 2 Hub:
- 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back
panel
Chipset+Realtek
USB 3.1 Gen 1 Hub:
- 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports on the back panel
Chipset:
- 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB headers
- 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB
headers
Internal I/O Connectors
- 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
- 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
- 1 x CPU fan header
- 1 x water cooling CPU fan header
- 4 x system fan headers
- 1 x system fan/water cooling pump header
- 1 x 3 Amp fan/water cooling pump header
- 1 x digital LED strip extension cable header
- 2 x RGB (RGBW) LED strip extension cable header
- 3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
- 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
- 1 x Intel VROC Upgrade Key header
- 1 x front panel header
- 1 x front panel audio header
- 1 x S/PDIF Out header
- 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 header
- 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 headers
- 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
- 1 x Thunderbolt add-in card connector
- 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header
- 1 x power button
- 1 x reset button
- 1 x Clear CMOS button
- 1 x ECO button
- 1 x OC button
- 2 x temperature sensor headers
Back Panel Connectors
- 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
- 1 x USB Type-C port, with USB 3.1 Gen 2 support
- 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)
- 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports
- 2 x RJ-45 ports
- 2 x MMCX antenna connectors (2T2R)
- 1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
- 5 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out, Rear Speaker Out, Line In,
Line Out, Mic In)
I/O Controller
H/W Monitoring
- Voltage detection
- Temperature detection
- Fan speed detection
- Water cooling flow rate detection
- Overheating warning
- Fan fail warning
- Fan speed control
* Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is
supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install.
BIOS
- 2 x 128 Mbit flash
- Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
- Support for DualBIOS
- Support for Q-Flash Plus
* The USB flash drive used must be a USB 2.0
flash drive.
- PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique Features
- Support for APP Center
* Available applications in APP Center may vary
by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary
depending on motherboard specifications.
3D
OSD
@BIOS
AutoGreen
BIOS Setup
Color Temperature
Cloud
Station
EasyTune
Easy RAID
Fast Boot
Game Boost
GIGABYTE HW OC
APP
ON/OFF Charge
Platform Power Management
RGB Fusion
Smart
Backup
Smart Keyboard
Smart TimeLock
Smart HUD
System Information
Viewer
USB Blocker
USB DAC-UP 2
V-Tuner
- Support for Q-Flash
- Support for Xpress Install
Bundle Software
- Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
- Intel Optane Memory Ready
Operating System
- Support for Windows 10 64-bit
Form Factor
- ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm
Remark
- Due to different Linux support condition provided by chipset vendors,
please download Linux driver from chipset vendors' website or 3rd party
website.
- Most hardware/software vendors may no longer offer drivers to support
Win9X/ME/2000/XP. If drivers are available from the vendors, we will update
them on the GIGABYTE website.