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Specification
| 24-pin ATX Power | 1 |
| 4-pin ATX Power | 1 |
| 8-pin ATX Power | 1 |
| Back Audio Jack(s) | 5 |
| Back HDMI Port(s) | 1 |
| Back LAN Port(s) | 1 |
| Back Other Port(s) | 2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R) |
| Back S/PDIF Output Port(s) | 1 |
| Back USB 2.0 Port(s) | 4 |
| Back USB 3. |
2 |
| Back USB 3.1 Port(s) Type-A Gen 2 | 3 |
| Back USB 3.1 Port(s) Type-C Gen 2 | 1 |
| BIOS | 2 x 128 Mbit Flash‚Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS‚Support for DualBIOS‚PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 |
| Bluetooth | v5.0 |
| COM Port Header(s) | 1 |
| CPU Interface | Socket 1151 |
| EAN | 4719331804312 |
| Form Factor | Standard ATX |
| Front Panel Audio Connector | 1 |
| Gross Weight | 1.67Kg |
| Internal Other Port(s) | 2 x Digital LED Strip Headers‚2 x Digital LED Strip Power Select Jumpers‚2 x RGB LED Strip Headers‚2 x Temperature Sensor Headers |
| Keywords | Motherboard‚1151‚Z390‚DDR4‚WiFi‚Bluetooth‚PCIe‚M. 2‚USB 3.1‚HDMI |
| LAN Speed | 10/100/1000 |
| M.2 Socket(s) | 3 |
| Max. Memory Support | 64GB |
| Model Number | Z390 AORUS PRO |
| On-Board Audio | Realtek ALC1220-VB codec |
| On-Board LAN | Intel |
| On-Board Video | Intel processor with integrated graphics is required |
| Package Contents | Motherboard‚Support Disk‚2 x SATA Data cables‚IO Shield‚Manual |
| Package Height | 8cm |
| Package Length | 34cm |
| Package Type | Retail |
| Package Width | 27cm |
PCI Express 3. 0 x1 |
3 |
| PCI Express 3.0 x16 | 3 |
| Product Length | 305mm |
| Product Name | Aorus Z390 AORUS PRO (Socket 1151/Z390 Express/DDR4/S-ATA 600/ATX) |
| Product Width | 244mm |
| RAID | Raid 0/1/5/10 |
| RAM Slots | 4 x 288-pin |
| RAM Speeds | DDR4 2133‚DDR4 2400‚DDR4 2666 |
| RAM Technology | DDR4 (Dual Channel) |
| S-ATA III Port(s) | 6 |
| S/PDIF Out Header(s) | 1 |
| Thunderbolt AIC Connector(s) | 1 |
| TPM Header(s) | 1 |
| UPC | 889523014806 |
USB 2. 0 Header(s) |
2 |
| USB 3.1 Header(s) Gen 1 | 1 |
| USB 3.1 Header(s) Gen 2 | 1 |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
| Web Address | www.gigabyte.com |
| Wireless NIC | 802.11 ac |
Intel Releases Z390 Chipset Product Information: New Motherboards Inbound
by Ian Cutresson May 14, 2018 9:00 AM EST
- Posted in
- Motherboards
- Intel
- Chipsets
- 802.11ac
- USB 3.1
- Coffee Lake
- Z370
- Wave 2
- Z390
- CNVi
- CRF
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In an unexpected disclosure of information, Intel’s Z390 Product Brief documentation went online today.
No prior warning was given, and we were expecting something similar to perhaps pop up during Computex in a few weeks, but it would seem that Intel has pulled the plug during a Sunday (which makes me think this was an accidental posting, but I’m not complaining).
Z390 is the second generation of high-end chipset for Intel’s 300-series platform for Coffee Lake desktop processors. It builds on Z370 in two obvious areas: chipset support for up to six USB 3.1 (10 Gbps) ports, and introduces a built in wireless networking MAC for dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi use via Intel’s new integrated connectivity feature. This uses Intel’s 802.11ac Wave 2 configuration, suitable for up to 160 MHz wireless bands. These additions mirror what we saw when Intel launched the low-range and mid-range chipsets such as h470, B360, and h410, in early April.
| Intel 8th Gen Chipsets (PCH) | |||||||
| AnandTech | Z390 | Z370 | h470 | Q370 | B360 | h410 | |
| Launch | May ’18 | Oct ’17 | Apr ’18 | Apr ’18 | Apr ’18 | Apr ’18 | |
| Market | Consumer | Y | Y | Y | — | Y | Y |
| Corporate | — | — | Y | Y | Y | — | |
| ME Firmware | ? | 11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | |
| HSIO Lanes | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 24 | 14 | |
| Total USB | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 10 | |
Max USB 3. 1 G2 |
6 | — | 4 | 6 | 4 | 0 | |
| Max USB 3.1 G1 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 4 | |
| SATA 6 Gbps | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 4 | |
| PCH PCIe 3.0 Lanes | 24 | 24 | 20 | 24 | 12 | — | |
| PCH PCIe 2.0 Lanes | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | |
| Max RST PCIe Storage | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | |
| Supports Optane | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | |
Integrated 802. 11ac |
Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Intel Smart Sound | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | |
| Intel vPro | N | N | N | Y | N | N | |
| TDP | ? | 6 W | 6 W | 6 W | 6 W | 6 W | |
Overall, this disclosure essentially paints a picture of how Coffee Lake CPUs were initially launched. It appears to be that the chipsets with USB 3.1 and integrated Wi-Fi were not expected to be ready when the CPUs were to be launched, and so Z370 came out as a Z270 refresh but for Coffee Lake only.
Now that the chipset designs with USB 3.1 and Wi-Fi are ready, we are seeing Z390 as the true high-end chipset for Intel’s mainstream platform.
Z390 Left, Right Z370
Comparing the Z370 and Z390 general block diagrams side by side showcases the two differences listed above: on the left are the new USB 3.1 ports and on the right is the integrated Wi-Fi MAC. As with other Z-series chipsets, these allow overclocking, and are also not vPro enabled (Q-series only).
Other standard features include RAID support, RSTe, Optane Memory support (as Boot and non-Boot drives), and HSIO lanes.
Taken from our 8th Gen Chipset Analysis
The first headline feature is the integrated 2T2R 802.11ac Wi-Fi support, allowing the latest Wave 2 (160 MHz) channel communications and giving speeds up to 1733 Mbps. Intel states that this is 12x faster than 1T1R 802.11n support provided by low cost solutions, and double the performance of most 2T2R options on the market.
Despite Intel support however, not all motherboards that use a chipset that offers this feature will have it implemented: we canvassed some of the manufacturers and were told that the periphery around Wi-Fi support, such as manufacturing, trace layouts, the companion module, antenna, and potential regulatory support (given devices shipping with Wi-Fi) can add an additional $15 cost to the motherboard. While Z390 is the high end chipset, it will span a range of prices from the low $130 range all the way up, so some motherboards may not have this feature in order to save cost.
Intel’s Wi-Fi solution relies on its integrated connectivity feature, CNVi, enabled in Gemini Lake and now in the latest 8th Gen processors. This method pushes the large/expensive functional blocks from the Wi-Fi module (such as the logic, MAC, and memory) directly onto the chipset, leaving the PHY and antenna on the companion RF module (CRF). These connect together through the CNVio interface via a specialised M.
2 slot. Intel’s own webpage on the feature states that it has three different CRFs possible, all under the ‘Jefferson Peak’ platform codename:
- The AC-9560 (the 2T2R module, the only vPro enabled CRF),
- The AC-9462 (a 1T1R module with FIPS9 support), and
- The AC-9461 (a low-end 1T1R module).
All three CRFs support Linux, Chrome OS, and Windows 10, but are only offered with a 1 year warranty.
The second headline feature is the support for USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) ports native to the chipset. This is using Intel’s own IP, and shows Intel reaching parity with the competition. Motherboard manufacturers will have to use HSIO lanes to enable USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) ports, with up to four being supported on h470/B360, and six being supported on Q370 and Z390. In order to implement a Type-C port, a re-driver is required, as with other Type-C implementations. It will be interesting to see the number of 10 Gbps ports that are put into play on the motherboards available.
Also on the plate for the chipsets are features like Modern Standby/Smart Connect, allowing for systems to update email and such while in a sleep state similar to some laptops. Intel was proud to state that this is the first time the feature has come to the desktop, whereas previously it was seen more as a laptop-focused feature. This is enabled through the chipset and the network connection, and while Intel only lists the 1T1R enabled CRFs as supporting this feature, the 2T2R does as well.
Intel also lists ‘ambient computing’ as being enabled by the chipset. This allows for wake-on-voice in a low powered mode, much like a smartphone or connected device that the user can call Cortana or Alexa while the system is in screen-off or Modern Standby.
I Just Purchased a Z370 Motherboard, What Should I Do?
The main differences depends on if you use USB 3.1 (10 Gbps) ports, or Wi-Fi. If those features are something already in use on the Z370 board in play, then the only difference is that the Z390 motherboard might* use slightly less power (less than a few watts) or that the Z390 version might* have been slightly cheaper.
But if anything, you are not missing out on that much. If you do not use those features, then there is no real loss.
*might: postulated expectations that sound plausible. Until we get the hardware in to test, there is no way of knowing.
What Happens to the Z370 Motherboards?
I fully expect that motherboard manufacturers have manufactured plenty of Z370 models that Z390 will be earmarked mostly for the high-end and that both will be sold side-by-side. For example, ASUS has not launched a Maximus X Extreme yet, neither have ASRock launched an OC Formula on this platform, so it is likely that these will be on Z390 only. I would expect, stock permitting, that new designs down the like, such as future revisions to motherboard designs, will be using the newer Z390 chipsets where it makes sense to do so. However expect reviews of both Z370 and Z390 boards for the next few months at a minimum.
Where Are The Z390 Motherboards?
Computex is the first week of June.
Given that Intel has made this disclosure now, it is likely that most motherboard manufacturers will push for the ability to show their designs on the show floor.
Gallery: Intel Z390
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Prime Z390-A ｜ Maternal boards ｜ ASUS in the CIS
Flexible Settings
Effective cooling
High-speed interfaces
Stylish audio subsystem
9000 1 2 X USB 2.0
9000 2 4 X USB 3.1 GEN 2 (3AA1C )
3 HDMI
4 DisplayPort
5 2 x USB 3.
1 Gen 1
6
Intel Network Controller ®
7 8 Channel PCI
Audio 3 900
23 2-Way SLI™ and
3-Way CrossFireX™
9
Crystal Sound 3
- Realtek ® Codec S1220A
- Premium Audio Capacitors
- DTS ® Headphone:X™
10 ProCool connector
11 Dr. MOS
12 MEMOK! II
13 DDR4-4266 memory support (overclocked)
14 Intel ® LGA socket 1151
for Intel 9 processors0024 ® Core™
8th & 9th Gen
15 USB 3.1 Gen 1
Type-C™
16 6 x USB 3.0
17 Intel ® Chipset 90 9025 Z390 2 PCIE x4
(2280 and 22110)
19 2 x USB 3.1 Gen1 and
4 x USB 2.0 front panel
With a clean, professional style, the Prime Z390 series motherboards are well balanced in terms of features and functionality. Supporting the functionality of the latest processors, they complement it with ASUS innovations, including intuitive software for flexible system settings and exclusive BIOS.
Flexible tuning
The Prime Z390 series motherboards offer a wide range of CPU overclocking and flexible system settings that will be appreciated by both novice and experienced overclockers. In order to improve the stability of any RAM modules, including those with built-in full-color backlighting, the new motherboards have a new layout of memory slots.
Intelligent Cooling
Advanced Memory Subsystem
AI Overclocking
ASUS AI Overclocking technology is responsible for automatically adjusting system settings. Now it runs even faster and even more intelligently than before. You can specify the initial data both in the Windows environment and in the UEFI interface, for which you need to select a profile that matches the installed processor and cooling system.
Processor potential We have developed our own algorithm that evaluates the processor’s capabilities.
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CO Capabilities To evaluate cooling performance, system vitals (temperature, fan speed, power consumption) are analyzed using built-in intelligent algorithms.
AI Overclocking Built-in intelligent algorithms automatically overclock the system and generate recommended frequency and voltage settings for advanced users who prefer manual overclocking settings.
Five-way optimization function
Intelligent overclocking
Finding the optimal computer settings has become extremely simple — just use the five-way optimization function from ASUS. With the help of an easy-to-use utility, you can overclock your processor and adjust the fan speed to find the perfect balance between cooling efficiency and noise level. Auto CPU Overclocking uses the same built-in intelligence as AI Overclocking, but also performs system stress testing with the Prime9 app5 to ensure the stability of its operation.
Processor overclocking
The Turbo Processor Unit (TPU) provides fine-tuning of overclocking parameters and advanced system monitoring tools. Enthusiasts can overclock their system using the ASUS AI Suite 3 utility interface.
Low Power Consumption
A dedicated energy processor automatically detects system utilization and optimizes system power consumption. If you need to ensure that background programs continue to run when the user is not present, then it is enough to switch the computer into a special low-power mode, which turns off power from unused I / O controllers.
Flexible control of air and liquid cooling
The Prime Z390-A user has full control over the operation of the cooling fans using the Fan Xpert 4 utility or UEFI interface. In automatic tuning mode, regardless of the type of cooler, all parameters of the cooling system are configured with one click. When Quiet Mode is selected, the fans will run at low speed to minimize noise.
Digital Power System
The Digi+ Power System provides real-time power management and fine-tuning of the CPU voltage regulator for maximum system stability and performance.
Optimize for professional applications and games
The exclusive Turbo App helps you instantly optimize your computer for specific applications by overclocking the processor, prioritizing network connection, optimizing audio settings, and more.
UEFI BIOS
The UEFI BIOS is an important part of the PC build process and Prime Z390-A boasts one of the best UEFI BIOS interfaces.
AI Overclocking Wizard This wizard guides you through the activation of AI Overclocking technology and provides a quick guide on how to use it.
Prediction AI Overclocking monitors system vitals (temperature, fan speed, power consumption) for overclocking.
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EZ Mode
Intuitive fan control Just change the shape of the speed control graph with the mouse.
EZ XMP An immediate improvement in memory module performance.
SATA Device Information Displays information about SATA ports and devices connected to them.
Time setting Specify the system date and time using the mouse.
Advanced mode
Search function Helps you quickly find the desired option in the UEFI BIOS menu.
Profiles with settings Save BIOS settings for migrating to a new firmware version or another computer.
Setup Wizard Helps you quickly configure your RAID array.
Favorites Frequently used settings can be added to a special list for quick access.
GPU POST function Identification of some ASUS video cards and displaying detailed information about their characteristics.
Last changes Track changes in settings and save profiles with settings to a USB drive.
SATA port renaming For quick identification of connected devices.
OptiMem II
DDR4 4266+ MHz (overclocked)
A completely new design solution has been proposed to achieve maximum memory subsystem bandwidth. OptiMem II technology includes optimized trace routing for memory slots in a specific PCB layer to reduce the size of the via, as well as the addition of shielding zones to eliminate electromagnetic interference.
In addition, thanks to the original T-shaped topology of connecting system memory slots, its overclocking potential increases. This is what makes it possible to achieve higher frequencies when overclocking memory modules when all slots are used.
Upper layer — grounding ring to prevent side interference
Advantages of ASUS Optimem II:
ASUS Optimem II
P2P: 14.8 MV
Conventional fee
P2P
P2P
69%
MINIMIMS
Advantages of ASUS OptiMem II:
- Improved stability and compatibility of memory modules
- Reduced memory latency at equivalent voltages
- Improved memory frequency margin
Tested with Synopsys HSPICE
Circuit Simulator
MemOK! II
Automatic recovery
MemOK technology! II automatically fixes system boot problems that may occur after memory overclocking and are caused by memory instability. To ensure a stable boot of the system, the motherboard restores the maximum safe memory settings.
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Efficient Cooling
ASUS Prime Z390-A motherboard is designed for those who pay maximum attention to reliability and performance when building a PC. Modern multi-core processors place high demands on the supply voltage, so the Prime Z390-A has additional power phases and powerful cooling functions to achieve the required performance.
Efficient cooling
Advanced Power
Stable Operation
Efficient Cooling
The Prime Z390-A provides comprehensive fan control via both the Fan Xpert 4 utility interface and UEFI BIOS.
Each fan connector can receive data from up to three thermal sensors. Moreover, the Fan Xpert 4 utility allows you to monitor the temperature of compatible ASUS graphics cards and use it as a basis for adjusting system fans.
Connector for high performance water pumps (more than 3 A, PWM or voltage adjustable) and connector for complex water cooling systems.
Each fan connector on the board supports automatic fan type detection (PWM or voltage controlled).
There are three additional PWM or voltage controlled fan headers and three temperature sensors.
A separate IC is provided to protect all fan headers from overheating and overcurrent.
M.2 heatsink
SSD board cooling
The Prime Z390-A is equipped with a high-performance heatsink to cool the M.2 SSD, reducing temperatures by up to 20°C, which means optimal performance and improved SSD longevity.
DR. MOS
On the Prime Z390-A motherboard, the voltage regulator module uses Dr.MOS chips, which combine high- and low-side transistors and drivers to efficiently power modern Intel processors.
ProCool power connector
Special ProCool power connectors provide a secure cable connection from the power supply, lower resistance and improved heat dissipation.
SafeSlot
Reinforced PCIe Slot
SafeSlot is an ASUS-designed PCIe slot design that is designed to be more durable and provide a reinforced graphics card clamp.
Such a slot is made using a new insert molding process, during which a metal frame is integrated into it. It firmly secures the slot to the motherboard with additional solder points.
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Time-tested quality
With years of experience in motherboard design, ASUS is an industry leader in terms of performance, safety and reliability of its products. If you want to build the best computer — use an ASUS motherboard!
5X
Protection III
Robust hardware protection — long life.
520+
compatible DDR4 modules
Support for modern high-speed DDR4 memory.
1000+
compatible devices
Compatible with a wide range of components: processors, video cards, memory modules, etc.
8000+
hours of testing
Provides unparalleled performance reliability.
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ASUS Prime Series motherboards boast a long service life with 5X Protection III technology, which includes a range of engineering solutions to protect against electrical overload, corrosion, ESD and other troubles.
SafeSlot Core
Reinforced PCIe Slot
SafeSlot Core is an ASUS-designed PCIe slot design that features enhanced durability and a reinforced graphics card clamp.
ASUS Prime motherboards have reinforced solder points around the pins of the PCIe and DIMM connectors.
LANGuard technology
For stable networking
The wired network connector on this motherboard is specially protected against static electricity and power surges.
Surge Protection
Intelligent Power System
Exclusive circuit design with built-in voltage regulators to protect the motherboard from unexpected power surges in the mains or power supply.
DIGI+ Voltage Regulator
Ultimate Power Stability
ASUS DIGI+ power management module helps you maximize your computer’s stability and performance.
Overcurrent Protection
Short Circuit Prevention
Built-in fuses are used on the motherboard to prevent overcurrent and short circuits.
They protect all components of the device, from peripheral connectors to memory slots.
Stainless Steel Backplate
Enhanced Corrosion Resistance
ASUS motherboards’ backplate is made of stainless steel coated with a thin layer of chromium oxide, which has anti-corrosion properties. Thanks to this, it boasts a long service life.
ESD Guards
ESD Protection
To protect against ESD, ASUS uses a special ESD protection circuit capable of withstanding up to 10 kV through air and up to 6 kV through contact.
1000+
devices in the compatibility list
There are thousands of different devices in the Prime Z390 series compatibility list, including a long list of memory modules. And this means a minimum of problems with self-assembly of a computer based on this motherboard.
8000+
TEST HOURS
ASUS motherboards are highly reliable products. Each unit is subjected to over 8,000 hours of extensive testing to ensure reliability exceeds industry standards.
Environmental Testing
Verify product performance under extreme conditions.
Cooling efficiency
No overheating and stable operation at any load level.
Interface Testing
The reliability of each port and connector is verified by a series of tests.
Wear test
48 hour stability test.
Energy test
International standard test.
Power temperature and voltage
The motherboard can handle voltage fluctuations caused by temperature changes.
Thermal shock test
Resistant to temperature changes during transport.
Mechanical shock test
The boards are designed to withstand the shocks they may be subjected to during shipping.
Forced Failure Test
Every component is tested to ensure perfect performance in all conditions.
Installation test
Checking the location of connectors for easy installation of accessories.
Drop tested
Drop tested from various heights to ensure durability.
Salt Spray Test
Test connectors for reliability, wear and corrosion resistance.
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High Speed Interfaces
M.2
M.2 Support (up to 32 Gbps)
Using four PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes, the M.2 connector provides data transfer rate up to 32 Gbps. It is ideal for connecting modern SSDs.
IRST
Next generation RAID arrays
Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology (IRST) enables the creation of high-speed SSD-based RAID arrays with a direct PCIe bus connection to the processor. It is available with an optional ASUS Hyper M.2 X16 Card V2* that supports up to three PCIe ® 3.0 x16 M.2 drives. The throughput of the disk subsystem in this case reaches 96 Gb / s.
*ASUS Hyper M.2 x16 V2 card sold separately.
Intel Optane Technology
Intel Optane Memory Support
Intel Optane™ memory is a revolutionary persistent memory technology supported by the Prime Z390-A.
The use of Intel Optane memory allows you to achieve a significant increase in PC performance, including a decrease in the time it takes to boot the system and launch programs.
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USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C
Hi-Speed USB 3.1 Gen 2 Ports (10 Gbps)
Motherboard equipped with USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A™ port and balanced USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C™ port for backward compatibility with USB devices previous versions and a maximum throughput of 10 Gbps.
ThunderboltEX 3 Card
Thunderbolt™ 3 High-Speed Peripheral Interface
The Prime Z390-A motherboard supports ASUS ThunderboltEX 3, an Intel-certified Thunderbolt™ 3 adapter that makes it easy to implement this state-of-the-art peripheral interface with up to 40 bandwidth Gbps through one cable. Thunderbolt™ 3 supports up to six devices in a daisy chain and uses a Type-C connector that is compatible with the latest devices equipped with a USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C port. It can also be used to charge devices (power up to 36 W).
*ThunderboltEX 3 card sold separately.
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Intel Network Controller
High Speed Network
Intel Network Controllers are renowned for their stable and efficient performance at low CPU usage. The Ethernet controller used on the Prime Z390-A motherboard provides high speed processing of TCP and UDP packets.
Reduced CPU load
High TCP and UDP packet processing speed
Turbo LAN
Optimize network settings for lag-free gaming
Turbo LAN with cFosSpeed network traffic management technology makes it easy to reduce lag when playing online through a user-friendly software interface.
Stylish design
Aura Sync
Fire up the game!
Serious performance tuning of the system deserves the appropriate aesthetics. The motherboards of this series are equipped with a built-in Aura backlight system with flexible settings. In addition, you can connect additional LED strips to them and synchronize visual effects with other Aura-compatible ASUS devices.
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Statics
Breathing
Stricting
Rainbow
Cycle
Comet
Volna 9000 * Aura RGB connector supports standard SMD 5050 type LED strips (Max. 3A, 12V). Maximum brightness is achieved with a tape length of up to 3 meters.
**Includes non-addressable LED strip extensions LED strips and Aura-compatible products sold separately.
Quality audio subsystem
Impressive Sound
Innovative Realtek Codec — Clear and Powerful Sound
Using Prime Z390-A’s unique Realtek S1220A audio codec, stereo audio at the board’s audio line output has an unprecedented 120dB signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and SNR at line-in 113 dB. In addition, special circuitry on the board automatically detects the impedance of the connected headphones to set the optimal gain.
DTS Headphone:X TM — surround sound
Guaranteed quality surround sound for games and movies.
Crystal Sound 3
Quality sound for an immersive gaming experience
Power Pre-Regulator
Reduced noise in the power supply circuit for quality sound.
Isolation
Provides good separation between analog and digital to reduce mutual interference.
Audio separation
To improve the quality of the audio signal, the left and right channels are located on different layers of the printed circuit board.
Built-in headphone amplifier
Allows you to connect high-impedance headphones and provides improved sound quality.
Exclusive circuitry
Minimizes clicks when connecting to audio jacks.
Premium Audio Capacitors
Capacitors from well-known Japanese manufacturers contribute to high sound quality.
Intel Z390 Chipset The Intel ® Z390 is the latest chipset optimized for the 8th and 9th generation Intel ® ® Core processors, as well as the Pentium ® Gold and Celeron GA11 processors15 in socket It features high stability, performance and throughput.
The chipset offers support for up to six USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports, four USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, an M.2 connector (32 Gbps), and PCIe 3.0 bus. It also allows you to use the graphics core built into modern Intel processors.
Supports 8th and 9th generation Intel ® ® Core™ processors, as well as ® Gold and Celeron ® processors in socket 1151 This motherboard supports 8th and 9th generation Core ® processors also Pentium ® Gold and Celeron ® processors installed in the LGA1151 socket. These processors feature built-in memory controllers and PCI Express bus controllers that provide dual-channel DDR4 memory (4 DIMMs) and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes, as well as a powerful integrated graphics core.
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Contents
- Performance
- Design and appearance
- Software
- Reviews
Performance
| Z390 M GAMING | |
| Chipset | Intel Z390 Express |
| Processor Compatibility |
8- and 9-Gen Intel Core i9/ Intel Core i7/ Intel Core i5/ Intel Core i3/ Intel Pentium/Intel Celeron |
| Processor socket | LGA1151 |
| Memory Subsystem | 4 DDR4 DIMM slots supporting up to 128GB |
| Expansion slots |
1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x4 2 x PCI Express 3.  0 x1
|
| drive interface |
1 M.2 connector (frame size 2242/2260/2280/22110) 1 connector (frame size 2242/2260/2280) 6 x SATA 6Gb/s |
| Video subsystem scalability |
AMD Quad-GPU CrossFire and 3-Way/2-Way AMD CrossFire |
Power system including
10+2 phase digital VRM and Lower RDS(on) MOSFET, optimized for 8-core
Intel Core processors, offering
incredible precision in powering the most energy intensive and sensitive
to power motherboard components, while also providing improved performance
systems and maximum hardware scalability.
This board
Ensures proper compatibility of 4133 MHz and higher RAM.
Configuration
video subsystem based on multiple graphics cards provides the best
performance that gaming enthusiasts strive for, with the goal of
achieve the highest possible frame rate without sacrificing
performance at high screen resolution.
Technology
virtual reality (VR) requires more than Full HD graphics from the system,
performance, for guaranteed frame changes with a frequency of at least 90
frame/c. The motherboard provides an opportunity to fully appreciate
advantages of VR technologies and allow you to gain a unique experience by comparing
virtual reality with real reality.
Intel GbE LAN with App
cFosSpeed reduces network latency and keeps ping low to ensure
better responsiveness on a busy local network.
For ESD protection in the board
microcircuits are used, the margin of safety of which is 3 times higher than typical ICs. it
helps to reliably protect the motherboard and its components from damage,
caused by static electricity. The board is also equipped with special
microcircuits that provide protection for the motherboard and the PC as a whole from
surges and excess power in the event of power outages.
Maternal
board thanks to M.2 technology allows enthusiasts to achieve maximum
possible system performance.
Energy efficient
GIGABYTE M.2 Thermal Guard Solution: Heatsinks on SSD drives prevent
throttling to help dissipate heat before it becomes a problem.
Dual purpose M.2 connector
supports PCIe NVMe and SATA Ssd designed for flexibility and adaptation in
according to the needs of most users and gamers.
The board supports the latest
Intel Optane technology. Optane improves ssd performance by acting as a cache drive, which gives
users a significant increase over traditional mechanical
drives.
Newest
USB 3.1 Gen 2 delivers amazing data transfer speeds of 10
Gb/s (2x the performance over USB 3.1 Gen 1), and
Ensures backward compatibility with commercially available
USB devices.
Screen
4K resolution is the next step in the processing chain and
HD content conversion that operates with 4000 pixels horizontally
axis (more than 4 times the current typical value of this
parameter), providing unsurpassed image clarity and stunning
realism. Motherboard provide
full support for 4K resolution means
integrated graphics Intel HD Graphics and HDMI-interface.
HDMI (High Definition
Multimedia Interface is a high-definition multimedia interface that
provides simultaneous transmission of video content at speeds up to 5 Gb / s (in
HDMI 1.0 base specification) and 8-channel HD audio, one each
cable. Among the advantages of the HDMI interface is the ability to transmit video and
uncompressed audio components and transfer digital content in Full HD
1080p lossless (no loss in A/D operations)
signal transformations characteristic of previous generation interfaces).
The HDMI interface is compatible with the HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) function,
which ensures the protection of digital content when playing discs
Blu-Ray, HD DVD and some other formats distributed on protected
carriers.
Energy consumption
The PC must be at a certain level when it is in the off
mode, standby or at rest. Thanks to the software and hardware
complex and fine-tuning the BIOS, GIGABYTE motherboards are capable of
ensure lower power consumption in standby mode and in full
meet standards set by the California Energy Commission
(CEC 2019) for low power, high efficiency products.
Design and appearance
| Z390 M GAMING | |
| Board Format |
Micro ATX; 244mm x 244mm |
| PS/2 | one |
| DVI-D | one |
| HDMI | one |
|
USB Type-A |
one |
|
USB Type C |
one |
| USB 3.1 | four |
| LAN | one |
| Audio subsystem | 6 |
Rear connector panel includes 1
PS/2 keyboard/mouse connector, 1 DVI-D port, 1 HDMI port, 1 USB 3.1 Type-A port, 1 USB 3.1 Type-C port,
4 USB 3.1 ports, 1 RJ-45 LAN socket and 6 connectors
audio subsystems.
Pre-installed rear panel
I/O connectors make building a PC even easier.
With SmartFan 5
users can be sure that their gaming PC will function
in the most favorable temperature conditions without prejudice to
performance. Thanks to the thermal sensors located on the motherboard,
Using SmartFan 5, you can control the operation of each fan.
With the FanStop function, you can
completely stop any fan when the temperature falls below the set point
threshold. Which fan stops based on which sensor
and at what temperature — all this can be adjusted to your liking.
Take full control of your
liquid cooling installation! SmartFan 5 receives up-to-date information about
flow rate and water temperature through hybrid pin manifolds
fan or external thermistor sensors, giving you absolute
dominance over your PC. All hybrid fan connectors can
automatically detect the type of connected device (fan or pump) and
provide a choice of PWM mode
or voltage.
Select from different modes,
Quiet to full speed to match your preference
use of the system.
For each fan or pump
you can use the intuitive fan curve to determine
trigger thresholds and corresponding rotational speeds
fan.
Mounted on board
high-end audio capacitors. Such components allow with high
faithfully reproduce the generated signal, providing excellent
sound and realistic special effects in games.
As part of the new design concept, on
PCIe slots are equipped with stainless steel shields, thanks to which
plastic pads get additional protection and are ready for installation
any PCI Express expansion cards. Stainless steel screen prevents
deformation of the printed circuit board and eliminates the causes of possible interference caused by
electrostatics.
The motherboard is equipped with
solid metal ATX 24pin and ATX12V 8pin + 4pin power connector to
ensure stable power during processor overload.
Sulfur compounds in air may
act on planar components (particularly resistors) to create
chemical compounds that can cause a short circuit. If this
happens, the motherboard will not be able to function. Installed
sulfur oxide resistant resistors are a brand new
protection level.
The board has a unique
GIGABYTE DualBIOS technology designed to secure one of the most important
components of the motherboard — BIOS. As part of DualBIOS technology on the motherboard
two BIOS chips are installed — main and backup. This tandem is reliable
protects the BIOS microcode from virus attacks, hardware failures caused by the exit from
failure of PC components, incorrect user actions made during
overclocking, as well as surges in the network during the BIOS update.
Software
GIGABYTE
APP CENTER is a useful portal of all utilities and drivers
motherboard, you can choose
any utility you want to install from APP CENTER and update it from
using the latest utilities and drivers.
cFosSpeed . Intel GbE LAN supports cFosSpeed, a network traffic management application that helps reduce network latency and keep ping low for better responsiveness on a busy LAN.
GIGABYTE EasyTune is an easy-to-learn proprietary utility that allows you to fine-tune system settings, in particular adjust the voltage and frequency of the CPU and RAM modules in a Windows environment. With the Smart Quick Boost feature, you can initiate an automatic overclocking procedure with one click of the mouse, achieving a boost in system performance when you need it.
GIGABYTE System Information Viewer (SIV) is one of the key functions that monitors and informs the user about the current state of the system. Monitoring, in particular, is subject to the system clock and processor, fan speed under the control of a given profile, system alerts about exceeding the temperature or a corresponding entry in the system log; all these and other parameters are displayed in the corresponding window of the system information browser interface.
The GIGABYTE @BIOS application allows you to update your system’s BIOS from within Windows using a simple and sleek graphical user interface. @BIOS can automatically download the latest version from GIGABYTE servers, or you can update the BIOS from a file on your computer. @BIOS also allows you to save the current BIOS to a file, restore a previous BIOS from an image, and back up the BIOS to an image.
Reviews
Negativity on the Internet about this
motherboard slightly less than positive:
- strange mATX size.
- No SLI.
- Slurred
BIOS. - Busy
M.2 slots, the SATA0 port falls off completely. - Unstable
memory overclocking. - No
display port. - Via
built-in audio, an electrical crackle is heard from the operation of the board. - heated
southbridge heatsink. - Lost one
PCI-E x1 when installing a dual-slot video card.
There are many more positive reviews, here are the main ones:
- Textolite
solid, reliable. - 4 slots
memory. - 2 M.2 slots
SSD.