Designed for 9th and 8th generation Intel Core processors to maximize connectivity and speed with M.2, USB 3.1 Gen2 and ASUS OptiMem II for better DRAM overclocking stability
Revamped 5-Way Optimization with 1-click OC, that has the intelligence to overclock a CPU based on smart prediction and thermal telemetry
5X Protection III Hardware-level safeguards with SafeSlot Core, LANGuard and Overvoltage Protection provide component longevity and reliability while FanXpert 4 with AIO Pump Header delivers advanced fan control for dynamic system cooling
Maximize the power of GeForce 5000 series cards with Gen5 NVMe SSD.
Overview
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Designed for 9th generation Intel Core processors, the Prime Z390-A delivers maximum performance with customizable style. 5-Way Optimization provides AI overclocking and dynamic fan calibration while dual M.2 and USB 3.1 Gen2 delivers maximum transfer speeds. Aura Sync RGB with addressable headers customize your build.
* The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor. * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List).
Maximum Memory Supported
64GB
Channel Supported
Dual Channel
Expansion Slots
PCI Express 3.0 x16
3 x PCI Express 3.0 x16*
* PCIEX16_1 slot supports up to 3 Intel PCIe NVME SSDs via a Hyper M.2 X16 series Card. * PCIEX16_2 slot supports up to 2 Intel PCIe NVME SSDs via a Hyper M.2 X16 series Card. * Hyper M.2 X16 series card sold separately. Install a Hyper M.2 X16 series card and enable this card under BIOS settings. * The PCIe x16_3 slot shares bandwidth with SATA_5 and SATA_6. The PCIe x16_3 is default set at x2 mode.
PCI Express x1
3 x PCI Express 3.0 x1
Storage Devices
Serial ATA (SATA)
6 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.2
1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x4 mode)
1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x4 mode)*
* The M.2_1 socket shares bandwidth with SATA_2 port when using M.2 SATA devices. Adjust BIOS settings to use a SATA device.
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI 1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s) 3 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 (teal blue) Type-A 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (blue) Type-A 2 x USB 2.0 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 5 x Audio jack(s)
Internal I/O Connectors
Onboard USB
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 front panel Type-C connector 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) 3 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 6 USB 2.0 port(s)
Other Connectors
2 x Aura RGB Strip Headers 1 x TPM header 1 x COM port(s) connector(s) 1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (1 x 4-pin) 1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) (1 x 4-pin) 2 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (2 x 4-pin) 1 x AIO_PUMP connector (1 x 4-pin) 1 x W_PUMP+ connector 1 x Thunderbolt header (5-pin) for ASUS ThunderboltEX series support 1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP) 1 x System panel(s) (Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! II switch(es) 1 x CPU OV 1 x Power-on button(s) 1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s) 1 x Node Connector(s) 1 x EXT_Fan header 1 x Thermal sensor connector 1 x M.2 Fan Header
Software Feature
Windows 11
Supported
Physical Spec
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)
Special Features: 5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ VRM, Fan Xpert 4, and Turbo Core App - Procool Power connector design TPU - Auto Tuning, TPU, GPU Boost Fan Xpert4 - Fan Xpert 4 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function and multiple thermistors selection for optimized system cooling control ASUS 5X Protection III: - ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage - ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static-electricity discharges! - ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design - ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability! ASUS Optimem II: - Improved DDR4 Stability ASUS EPU: - EPU ASUS Exclusive Features: - MemOK! II - AI Suite 3 - Ai Charger ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - Stylish Fanless Design Heat-sink solution & MOS Heatsink - ASUS Fan Xpert 4 ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS O.C. Tuner - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode ASUS Q-Design: - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Connector AURA: RGB Lighting Control Turbo APP - featuring system performance tuning for selected applications M.2 Onboard (The latest transfer technologies with up to 32Gb/s data transfer speeds)
BIOS: 128MB Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 AI OC Guide, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F9 Search, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information
Manageability: WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE
Support Disc: Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Operating System: Windows 10 64-bit
Packaging
Package Contents
Accessories: User's manual ASUS Q-Shield 3 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s) 1 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x SLI HB BRIDGE (2-WAY-M) 1 x Q-Connector 1 x SCD 1 x CPU Fan Holder