Question 1

Is this comparable with an Intel Core i7-9700K Coffee Lake?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all 8 and 9 generation Intel processors

Question 2

does this motherboard support overclocking?

Accepted Answer

I would very much believe so, its more so that if you are running the right CPU.  A 9900 will not OC, but a 9900k will.  Also being this MOBO is a 'gaming' mobo I would see it as being impossible for it not to OC.

Question 3

ASUS ROG STRIX B365-F GAMING vs B360-F GAMING: which should I choose?

Accepted Answer

Choose the B365-F GAMING if you need confirmed support for Intel 9th-generation processors, RAID, or two faster PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 storage slots. The B360-F GAMING is suitable for an 8th-generation build with similar DDR4-2666 limits and comparable platform performance, but its primary M.2 slot supports PCIe 3.0 x2 rather than PCIe 3.0 x4.

Question 4

Can I use a 6th- or 7th-generation Intel CPU with the ASUS ROG STRIX B365-F GAMING?

Accepted Answer

No. The B365-F GAMING supports Intel 8th- and 9th-generation Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors, but it is not backward compatible with older LGA 1151 CPU generations such as 6th- and 7th-generation chips. For those processors, use a motherboard designed for the corresponding 100- or 200-series platform.

Question 5

Is the ASUS ROG STRIX B365-F GAMING better than a basic H310 motherboard?

Accepted Answer

The B365-F GAMING is the better fit for a performance-oriented ATX build because it provides four memory slots and supports up to 64GB of DDR4, two M.2 sockets, six SATA ports, more expansion capacity, higher-end SupremeFX audio, and additional USB connectivity. A basic H310 board makes more sense for a lower-cost system using one graphics card, one M.2 SSD, and up to 32GB of memory.

Question 6

Should I buy the ASUS ROG STRIX B365-F GAMING or a Z390 motherboard?

Accepted Answer

Choose the B365-F GAMING for a locked 8th- or 9th-generation Intel processor and standard DDR4-2666 memory. Choose a Z390 motherboard, such as the ROG STRIX Z390-F GAMING, when you plan to use a K-series processor, CPU overclocking, or faster-than-2666 DDR4. Z390 also offers a higher memory capacity on the ASUS Z390-F model, up to 128GB versus 64GB on the B365-F.

Question 7

Is this motherboard suitable for overclocking an unlocked Intel processor?

Accepted Answer

No. The B365 chipset is intended for standard processor operation rather than CPU multiplier overclocking. An unlocked Intel processor can run on this motherboard at supported stock settings, but the board should not be selected if CPU overclocking is a primary requirement.

Question 8

Can I install an M.2 SSD in this motherboard?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It provides two M.2 storage sockets for 2242, 2260, and 2280 drives. One socket supports both SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 devices, while the other supports PCIe 3.0 x4 devices only. The first socket shares bandwidth with a SATA port and a PCIe x1 slot, so some storage and expansion-slot combinations may reduce available connectivity.

Question 9

What type and amount of RAM does this motherboard support?

Accepted Answer

It has four DDR4 DIMM slots and supports up to 64GB of non-ECC, unbuffered memory in dual-channel mode. Supported speeds are DDR4-2666, DDR4-2400, and DDR4-2133, with the maximum speed also depending on the installed Intel processor. Faster-rated memory may operate at a lower supported speed.

Question 10

Which processors are compatible with the ASUS ROG STRIX B365-F GAMING?

Accepted Answer

This motherboard supports Intel 8th- and 9th-generation Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors that use the 300-series LGA 1151 socket. It is not compatible with older LGA 1151 CPUs from earlier Intel generations. Confirm the processor model and BIOS revision before installation, especially when using a 9th-generation CPU.

CPU Socket Type	LGA 1151 (300 Series)
CPU Type	Intel Socket 1151 for 9th/8th Generation Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors * Not backward compatible with older generation of LGA 1151 CPUs
Supported CPU Technologies	Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.

Number of Memory Slots	4x288pin (DDR4)
Memory Standard	DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). * DDR4 2666 MHz will run at max. 2666 MHz on Intel 9th/8th Gen. 6-core or higher processors.
Maximum Memory Supported	64GB
Channel Supported	Dual Channel

PCI Express 3.0 x16	1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 mode) 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x4 mode) * * The PCIEX16_2 slot shares bandwidth with PCIEX1_1 and PCIEX1_2 slots. When PCIEX1_1 and PCIEX1_2 slots are occupied, PCIEX16_2 slot runs at x2 mode.
PCI Express x1	3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1 * * The M.2_1 socket shares bandwidth with PCIEX1_4
Other Slots	1 x M.2 with E key for Wi-Fi module

Serial ATA (SATA)	6 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.2	1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x4 mode)* 1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x4 mode) * The M.2_1 socket shares bandwidth with SATA6G_2 port when using M.2 SATA mode device. Adjust BIOS settings to use X2 mode (PCIE only). The M.2_1 socket shares bandwidth with PCIEX1_4
Intel Optane Ready	Yes
SATA RAID	0/1/5/10

Audio Chipset	ROG SupremeFX High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A
Audio Channels	8 Channels * Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192kHz is not supported for 8-Channel audio.

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Onboard USB	1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) 2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s)
Other Connectors	1 x AAFP connector 1 x Aura RGB Strip Header(s) 1 x M.2_FAN connector 1 x CPU Fan connector(s) 1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) 2 x Chassis Fan connector(s) 1 x AIO_PUMP connector 1 x System panel(s) 1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN (Extension Fan) connector 1 x Thermal sensor connector(s) 1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s) 1 x 14-1 pin TPM connector 1 x COM port header

Form Factor	ATX
LED Lighting	RGB
Dimensions (W x L)	12.0" x 9.6"
Power Pin	1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s) 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)

Onboard LAN
LAN Chipset	Intel I219-V
Max LAN Speed	1Gbps

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