Question 1

Can I put an i5 9600k in this without needing to update the bios?

Accepted Answer

I was able to use an i5 9600K with my old Noctua CPU Cooler from a much older generation i5 and it booted up with no updating required. Been running solid for a month now.

Question 2

Can I use two Samsung 970 EVO Plus M.2 drives via PCIe?

Accepted Answer

While I have not personally tested this, Consider that Slot #1 operates in PCIe Gen 3 x4 whereas Slot #2 operates in PCIe Gen3 x2, the "x"indicates the lane numbers used. This being said, Gen 3 can provide 8gb\s per lane, which means x2 = 16gb\s  and x4 = 32gb\s. While your desired configuration may be functional, it may also result in less-than-desired speeds on one of the nvme.

Question 3

rgb header?

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Hello, Thank you for contacting us in regards to your question. The best way to confirm specs is actually by checking the manufacturer's website. With many of our products you can click on the "Warranty & Returns" tab and you will find the Manufacturer's contact info, including the manufacturer's website. According to the product manual, this particular motherboard has a single 4-pin RGB Header. This supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12v/G/R/B) with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V) and no longer than 3 meters. https://dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/LGA1151/PRIME_Z390-P/E15011_PRIME_Z390-P_UM_v3_web.pdf?_ga=2.103574598.774927456.1548197308-1478444064.1534352996 Thank you, Newegg Support

Question 4

I recently put together a "gaming pc".  I chose this as my Motherboard.  I do not know much about motherboards.  Would you say this is a good motherboard for a gaming pc?  rate 1-10?

Accepted Answer

It depends on whether you are overclocking or not i would say. this has basic functionality for overclocking so it isn't bad.  otherwise, yeah this is a great motherboard for strictly gaming.  this is their mainstream version so it is a super solid well rounded motherboard and can totally handle gaming. the other versions will be a little bit flashier and have some better heatsinks around the processor area but again, if you aren't overclocking then do not worry! you made a great buy :)

Question 5

Does it come with screws for the motherboard?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it comes with 2 x M.2 Screw Package.

Question 6

is the I5-8500 cpu compatible with this motherboard

Accepted Answer

Yes, the ASUS Prime Z390-P motherboard supports Intel Socket 1151 9th/8th Gen Intel Core processors, which includes the i5-8500 CPU.

Question 7

It this motherboard compatible with ddr4

Accepted Answer

Yes, this motherboard supports DDR4 memory.

Question 8

Is this compatible with an i78700

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is compatible with Intel Socket 1151 8th Gen Intel Core processors, including the i7-8700.

Question 9

Can you use this to play games

Accepted Answer

Yes, the ASUS Prime Z390-P motherboard features 8-channel HD Gaming Audio and is compatible with 9th and 8th generation Intel Core processors, making it suitable for gaming.

Question 10

Is the i5-9600k compatible

Accepted Answer

The ASUS Prime Z390-P motherboard supports Intel Socket 1151 9th/8th Gen Intel Core processors, including the i5-9600K.

CPU Socket Type	LGA 1151 (300 Series)
CPU Type	Intel Socket 1151 9th/8th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors * Not backward compatible with older generation of LGA 1151 CPUs ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list
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 4266(O.C.)/ 4133(O.C.)/ 4000(O.C.)/ 3866(O.C.)/ 3733(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/ 2400/ 2133 * 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

PCI Express 3.0 x16	1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 or x8+x4+x4) 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (max at x4 mode) * For 3 SSD on CPU support, install a Hyper M.2 X16 card (sold separately) into the PCIeX16_1 slot, enable this card under BIOS settings.
PCI Express x1	4 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots
Other Slots	1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 Wi-Fi/BT and Intel CNVi (Integrated Wi-Fi/BT) module* * The Wi-Fi/BT module is purchased separately

Serial ATA (SATA)	4 x SATA 6.0Gb/s ports (gray)
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 (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x2 mode) * When a device in SATA mode is installed on the M.2_1 socket, SATA_2 port cannot be used.
Intel Optane Ready	Yes
SATA RAID	0/1/5/10

Audio Chipset	Realtek ALC887
Audio Channels	8 Channels * Choose the chassis with HD audio module in front panel to support 8-channel audio output.

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Onboard USB	2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) 1 x USB 2.0 1-port connector(s) support(s) additional 1 USB 2.0 port(s) 1 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 2.0 port(s)
Other Connectors	1 x Lighting Control RGB Strip Header(s) 1 x COM port(s) connector(s) 1 x CPU Fan connector(s) 2 x Chassis Fan connector(s) 1 x AIO_PUMP connector 1 x S/PDIF out header(s) 1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP) 1 x MemOK! II switch(es) 1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s) 1 x System panel connector

Form Factor	ATX
Dimensions (W x L)	12.0" x 9.2"
Power Pin	1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector

Onboard LAN
LAN Chipset	Realtek RTL8111H
Max LAN Speed	1Gbps

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