90MB0YF0-M0UAY1 | ASUS ROG STRIX Z390-E Gaming Motherboard

Asus ROG STRIX Z390-E Gaming Motherboard

Overview

Intel Z390 LGA 1151 ATX gaming motherboard with Aura Sync, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, DDR4 4266 MHz+ support, dual M.2 with heatsink, SATA 6Gbps, HDMI, and USB 3.1 Gen 2.

• LGA1151 socket for 9th/ 8th Gen Intel® Coreâ„¢ desktop processors
• Aura Sync RGB: Synchronize LED lighting with a vast portfolio of compatible PC gear, including addressable RGB strips
• Comprehensive cooling: Dual onboard M.2 heatsink, water-pump header, fan-extension header and a MOS fan with bracket
• 5-Way Optimization: Automated system-wide tuning, providing AI overclocking and cooling profiles tailor-made for your rig
• Gaming connectivity: Dual M.2 and USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C connectors
• Gaming networking: Intel Gigabit Ethernet, CNVi 2x2 802.11ac Intel integrated Wi-Fi with MU-MIMO support, LANGuard and GameFirst
• Gaming audio: SupremeFX S1220A teams with Sonic Studio III to create an aural landscape that draws you deeper into the action
• Easy DIY: Pre-mounted I/O shield, ASUS SafeSlot and premium components for maximum endurance

ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming amps the power delivery and stacks a comprehensive set of cooling options to tame Intel's latest CPUs. Together with a wealth of enhancements, including one-click optimization, the latest connectivity and futuristic styling with onboard illumination, ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming makes a formidable foundation for ATX gaming builds that go above and beyond.

SOLID HARDWARE SPECS FOR GAMING AND MORE

With comprehensive cooling options and upgraded power delivery to fuel CPUs with more cores, plus support for faster memory and storage, ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming provides all the essentials you need to harness the full potential of components in your build for top-tier gaming performance.

Power Design

Digital power control and an array of DrMOS power stages ensure the ROG Strix Z390 Gaming has the muscle to control Intel's latest CPUs.

ProCool Power Connector

Compared with traditional power inputs, ProCool sockets are built to tight specifications to ensure flush contact with the PSU power lines. The lower impedance helps to prevent hotspots and connector failure.

Digi+ Power Control

The Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the industry, ensuring ultra-smooth and clean power delivery to the CPU.

DrMOS

The ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming's CPU VRM utilizes DrMOS power stages that combine high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into a single package, delivering the power and efficiency that Intel's latest processors demand.

Thermal Solution

The Strix Z390-E Gaming uses high-quality thermal pads to help transfer heat from the inductor and phase array to a heatsink that has ample surface area to deal with the power demands of all Coffee Lake processors. And for those who want to push their rig to the limit, the ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming bundles an additional fan and bracket that helps keep temperatures under tight control.

High Quality Choke and Caps

Superior chokes and durable capacitors are engineered to resist extreme temperatures and provide up to 110% better performance than the industry standard.

COOLING

COOLER BY DESIGN

ROG Strix Z390 Gaming series features the most comprehensive cooling options ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS

CPU Fan Header - A dedicated pair of PWM/DC fan headers for CPU coolers.

AIO Pump Fan Header - A dedicated PWM/DC header for self-contained water-cooling setups.

Water Pump Header - A dedicated header that can supply over 3A to high-performance PWM or DC water pumps.

M.2 Heatsink

With a huge cooling surface, the M.2 heatsink perfectly chills an inserted M.2 SSD for consistent performance and reliability.

M.2 Fan

A dedicated M.2 fan header helps keeps temperatures low for improved performance and longevity.

4-pin PWM/DC Fan Header

Every onboard header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.

Use the fan extension card to get three additional DC or PWM fan headers, plus three thermal-probe headers.

MOS Fan with Fan Holder

An included fan holder and MOS fan cool vital motherboard power VRM and CPU zones to ensure stability and performance.

VRM Heatsink & Thermal Pad

A high-quality thermal pad helps transfer heat from the inductor and phase array to the heatsink, and the heatsink's large cooling surface then chills the power phase.

MEMORY AND STORAGE

Dual PCIe 3.0 M.2

ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming features dual M.2 slots. One slot supports both SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4 modes, and the other slot supports PCIe 3.0 x4 for NVMe. Together, they give you the fastest and most-flexible M.2 interface available.

DDR4 OC 4266MHz+

To provide Intel's latest CPUs unfettered access to memory bandwidth, motherboard trace routing has been reimagined with the ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming. Integrated OptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal pathways across PCB layers to reduce vias, and it also adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk. To further enhance overclocking headroom for fully stacked memory configurations, a highly customized T-Topology layout delivers time-aligned signaling.

NETWORKING

Intel Integrated Ultra Wi-Fi support

ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming features Intel 802.11ac Wi-Fi with 2x2 MU-MIMO and wide 160MHz channels, for wireless speeds of up to 1.73Gbps.* In fact, its integrated Wireless-AC 9560 Wi-Fi adapter pushes wireless data up to 2X faster than other Wi-Fi solutions so you'll get fast, smooth transfers, even when your rig is further away from the router. Intel Wireless-AC 9560 also offers Bluetooth 5.0 for connections that are up to 2X faster than ever before, and with up to 4X the range.

Intel Gigabit Ethernet

ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming features Intel Ethernet (I219-V), ensuring data exchanges with your network and the outside world are fast and smooth. Intel LAN reduces CPU overhead and increases TCP and UDP throughput, keeping more processing power.

LANGuard

Featuring advanced signal-coupling technology and high-tolerance components, LANGuard provides consistent Ethernet performance and greater protection against static electricity and power surges.

AUDIO

SupremeFX | Shielded Audio, Superior Sound

Immerse yourself in sound with SupremeFX audio technology. Utilizing the S1220A codec, SupremeFX is the integrated-audio solution that's engineered to provide a flat frequency response for a neutral, detailed sound signature. And to ensure that pristine signature is perfectly preserved, the front-panel output is driven with dual op amps, delivering sonics with the scale and authority to create virtual worlds via your gaming headset.

Audio cover

Effective shielding against electromagnetic interference preserves the integrity of audio signals for the best sound quality.

Audio-line shielding

Blocks electromagnetic interference from the motherboard or add-ons to provide cleaner audio.

Dual Op Amplifiers

With two op-amps onboard you're able to pump exceptional audio to your favorite cans, with 32-600O-headphone impedance for great flexibility.

Premium Nichiconâ„¢ audio capacitors

Fine-quality Japanese-made components that produce a warmer, natural sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity.

DESIGN, CUSTOMIZATION, AND SETUP

A host of design touches, including a unique cyber-text pattern, plus customization options, comprehensive validation lists, and the most diverse ecosystem of components in the industry make building and personalizing a gaming rig with ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming wonderfully easy.

ID DESIGN

Cyber Fusion

An illuminated ROG logo with a natural diffuse glow and onboard I/O shroud lighting with a futuristic cyber-text pattern gives ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming a unique and arresting design that communicates its gaming identity. The cyber outlook extends to the PCB and heatsink with subtle textures that contribute a premium look and feel.

Aura Sync

ROG Strix motherboards deliver sterling performance and superior aesthetics to Outshine the Competition. ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for the built-in RGB LEDs as well as strips connected to the onboard RGB header and it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable ASUS hardware.

• Static
• Breathing
• Strobing
• Rainbow
• Color cycle
• Comet
• Flash and dash
• Wave
• Glowing Yo-Yo
• Starry Night
• Music effect
• Smart

Perfect Synchronization

The ASUS Aura ecosystem is in the ascendancy, with an extensive and growing list of ASUS products now offering Aura Sync compatibility along with loads of compatible accessories and kits available through partners. Your ROG Strix motherboard's built-in Aura RGB lighting easily syncs with PC cases, memory modules, coolers and RGB LED strips from a broad selection of well-known manufacturers. ASUS Aura software provides simple and intuitive lighting management.

DIY Friendly Design

Pre-Mounted I/O Shield

ROG's patented I/O shield is finished in sleek matte black and comes pre-mounted to make it easy to install the motherboard.

• 1X slot - Provides stronger PCIe device retention and greater shearing resistance
• 2X greater electrostatic protection than the industry standard. ESD Guards cover the USB, audio and LAN ports.
• 1 clip to swap or secure your graphics card.
• Q-DIMM 1 sided clips for super-simple, super-secure handling of memory modules.
• Q-LED - Onboard LEDs to Indicate the power status, and problems with the CPU, memory, graphics card or boot device for quick diagnosis.
• MemOK II - MemOK II automatically fixes boot failures that arise due to memory overclocking and instability.

Certified Compatibility

Having the freedom to pick and choose the parts that go into your machine is at the heart of PC DIY. That's why ROG Strix undergoes an extensive certification program focused on providing the very best compatibility with the widest range of components and devices. Our extensive list of guaranteed-compatible components is an invaluable aid to building a ROG Strix gaming rig. It specifies thousands of compatible parts, and it includes a dedicated Qualified Vendor List (QVL) for memory so you can build fuss-free.

The ROG Strix Ecosystem Awaits

Gear up with ROG Strix components, from graphics and sound cards, to mice and keyboards, and up your game with complementary aesthetics, control and compatibility and enjoy more choice than any competing brand.

TUNE YOUR RIG THE WAY YOU WANT

The ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming motherboard features firmware controls and software utilities designed for all skill levels, making setup, tuning and system maintenance simple. With options from overclocking and cooling to managing network performance and audio characteristics, you can configure your ROG Strix gaming build to perform the way you want.

Easy-To-Use UEFI BIOS

The UEFI BIOS is an early waypoint on any PC-building journey, and ROG Strix Gaming series offers one of the best in the business.

Designed to simplify setup, EZ mode presents all the vital settings and stats on a single page. With guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and one-click application of important settings, your rig will be up and running in no time.

EZ MODE

EZ Tuning Wizard

Select your hardware and apply different scenarios to tune system performance, or streamline your RAID configuration for faster data retrieval and backups.

Intuitive graphical fan controls

Fine-tune individual fans simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.

SATA Information

View SATA port details for easy device recognition.

Fast and easy clock adjustment

Use mouse controls to change the time and date.

Aura On/Off mode (Stealth)

Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LED, for a more subdued aesthetic.

Advanced Mode

My Favorites

Quickly find tuning options and add preferred tools to the list.

EZ Flash 3

Flash the latest BIOS via the internet from within the BIOS.

SMART

Check your storages devices' Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology logs to gauge reliability and to identify potential failures.

GPU POST

Automatically detect selected ASUS graphics cards to view detailed information.

Secure Erase

Restore your SSDs to factory-fresh condition.

Last Modified Log

Track the latest changes and save preferred profiles onto a USB drive.

SATA Port Renaming

Rename SATA ports for easy identification.

Search Function

Quickly and easily find the option or setting you're looking for.

ASUS User Profile

Port configuration settings between different BIOS versions or share them with friends.

Performance Level Up

The overclocking module of AI Suite's 5-Way Optimization has been revamped for the Z390 platform. With a revised back-end that has the intelligence to overclock a CPU based upon smart prediction and thermal telemetry, this new version quickly delivers overclocking results that would typically take days of manual tuning.

• Flexible cooling controls for air or liquid
• All-around energy efficiency
• Precise digital power control
• CPU performance boost
• Game Faster Rank Higher

ROG Strix motherboards provide comprehensive control over fans and all-in-one (AIO) coolers. Each header can be set to monitor and react to three user-configurable thermal sensors via Fan Xpert 4 or the media-acclaimed UEFI. Whether you're cooling with air or water, Auto-Tuning mode intelligently configures all parameters with a single click. There's also an Extreme Quiet mode which reduces all fan speeds to below the default minimum to keep your system whisper-quiet when performing light tasks.

The Energy Processing Unit leverages an onboard microcontroller (EPU) to provide system-wide power savings by automatically optimizing power consumption, and the Away mode smart setting saves energy by shutting down unused I/O controllers.

The Digi+ voltage regulator module (VRM) with onboard power circuitry delivers real-time control over voltage droop, switching frequency, and power-efficiency settings, allowing you to fine-tune CPU voltage regulation for ultimate stability and performance.

Unleash your PC's full performance potential with the ASUS AI Suite 3 utility. The TurboV Processing Unit (TPU) is an intelligent onboard micro-controller that provides an array of system-tuning features, including the ability to fine-tune voltages, monitor system stats and adjust overclocking parameters.

This intuitive tool allows you to define CPU overclocking, apply fan profiles, prioritize network data and optimize audio settings at app level so your system is perfectly optimized for whatever you're doing.

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.

APP-SPECIFIC PROFILES

Apply customized audio settings to different applications, so everything you do is perfectly tuned to the way you want to listen.

SURROUND SOUND

Surround sound for a truly immersive audio experience

Sonic Studio Link

New Sonic Studio Link VR functionality extends its HRTF effects to headsets like the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive.

Scan and Detect to Dominate | Sonic Radar III

The new Sonic Radar III has an evolved audio engine to process sounds more accurately than ever, ensuring you're always aware of what's going on around you. It now also includes an onscreen arrow to help you instantly pinpoint the enemy's position and the origin of key in-game sounds. Plus, the new Audio Boost feature provides filters that let you hear even the faintest sounds, so you can become the hunter, not the hunted!

• Improved Audio Algorithm - The new Sonic Radar III audio algorithm offers improved accuracy that helps you pinpoint the enemy.
• 3D Engine - Sonic Radar III is built around an all-new HUD, and it includes an in-game 3D arrow for a more intuitive experience.
• Audio Boost - Press hot keys to briefly increase bass, midrange or treble frequencies for improved focus during different parts of your game.
• Audio Radar - A visual cue to ensure Sonic Radar III is effective regardless of surrounding noise and chaos.

Gaming

In-game sound effects and music are adjusted automatically to increase the feeling of immersion, so audio pulls you further into the game.

Movie

The Voice Clarity and Smart Volume sliders are set high to emphasize dialog, so you'll hear the softest whispers and experience minimum distortion at maximum volume.

Music

Voice Clarity, Bass Boost and Treble Boost are carefully balanced, so your music-listening experience feels like a live performance.

Communication

Soft sounds are accentuated by Smart Volume for enhanced listening, while Voice Clarity boosts speech for crystal-clear conversations.

Virtual Reality

Sonic Studio Link applies Sonic Studio III effects to your VR headset, boosting immersion in virtual worlds.

Multi-Tasking

Easy-to-use routing assigns different audio streams to different outputs, such as browser effects to headphones and game audio to speakers.

Armoury Crate

The brand-new Armoury Crate portal keeps you updated with the latest drivers and BIOS releases. Its easy-to-use UI can be configured to show a variety of information, including security updates, bug patches, the latest ROG news, gaming events and special offers.

RamCache III

RAMCache turns milliseconds into microseconds to boost game-load times. Fully compatible with the latest NVM Express storage options, its uniquely intelligent technology effectively caches an entire storage device so that favorite games and apps launch at breakneck speeds.

Overwolf

Overwolf is a clever, unobtrusive overlay that lets you browse the internet, email, IM, and stream or record gameplay all while you're in the game. Color-matched ROG skins that display your status as a member of an elite pack are also available for download from the Overwolf App Store.

BEYOND VR READY

ROG Strix Gaming is VR Ready and beyond! The ASUS Beyond VR Ready marque means that ROG Strix Gaming has been tested with loads of class-leading components to ensure that your productivity, gaming, and entertainment needs are tuned for maximum performance. ASUS Beyond VR Ready provides a new way to configure and build your dream system with total confidence.

THE POWER OF INTEL

Intel Z390 chipset

The IntelZ390 is a single-chipset design that supports Socket 1151 for 9^thGen and 8^thGen IntelCore, PentiumGold and Celeronprocessors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Additionally, the chipset provides a maximum of six USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports, four USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, and 32Gbps M.2 and PCIe 3.0 lane speed support, for faster data retrieval. Intel Z390 also supports integrated-graphics, so you'll enjoy the very latest in graphics performance.

Ready for Socket 1151 for 9^th/ 8^thGen IntelCore, PentiumGold and Celeronprocessors

This motherboard supports Socket 1151 for 9^thGen and 8^thGen IntelCore, PentiumGold and Celeronprocessors, with integrated graphics, memory and PCI Express controllers to support onboard graphics output with dedicated chipsets, dual-channel (4-DIMM) DDR4 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes for great performance.

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