Fan bracket

A dedicated fan bracket allows you to mount an additional fan to accelerate the airflow, and push the platform as far as you desire.

MOS Heatsink with U-shaped Heatpipe

The U-shaped design allows rapid and even heat transfer from the VRM to the extended MOS heatsink for better performance and wattage resistance. In addition, the MOS heatsink provides a large contact area for MOSFETs and chokes.

Thermal Pads

High-quality thermal pads transfers heat from the inductor and phase array to the heatsink.

Extended VRM Heatsink

The extended heatsink at the end of heatpipe increases thermal mass to offset the additional heat generated by high voltage, lowering temperatures by up to 5°C.

Dual M.2 Heatsinks

The M.2 heatsinks keep the M.2 SSD at the optimum operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability.

COOLER BY DESIGN

ROG Strix Z490 series features the most comprehensive cooling options ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS

CPU:

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:

M.2 Heatsink

The M.2 heatsink keeps the M.2 SSD at the optimum operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability.

M.2 Fan Header

A dedicated M.2 fan header helps keeps temperatures low for improved performance and longevity.
* The M.2 fan holder is 3D-printable

Chassis:

4-pin PWM/DC Fan Header

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

LEADING CONNECTIVITIY

ROG Strix Z490-F Gaming provides you with the latest connectivity for supersmooth online experiences and blisteringly-fast file transfers. Superior audio performance gives you a massive advantage, allowing you to pick up on the smallest audio cues for a completely immersive gaming experience.

DDR4 OC4600MHz

ROG Strix Z490-F Gaming supports up to 128GB DDR4 memory across four slots. OptiMem II technology improves trace layout to significantly reduce vias and crosstalk to enhance memory stability and compatibility, giving memory kits higher frequency margins.

DualPCIe 3.0 M.2

Two M.2 slots are available, with one supporting both SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4 modes, and the other supporting PCIe 3.0 x4 for NVMe. Together, they give you the fastest and most-flexible M.2 interface available.

M.2 SOCKET WITH E KEY

Integrated with Intel^® Wireless AC/AX technology, M.2 supports CNVi/PCIe/USB mode to build a faster and more cost-effective WiFi and Bluetooth^® 5.1 solution.

**Bluetooth 5.1 will be ready in Windows 10 build 19041 or later.

INTEL 2.5G ETHERNET

Onboard 2.5G Ethernet gives your wired connection a boost, with up to a 2.5X improvement over standard Ethernet connections for faster file transfers, smoother lag-free gaming and high-res video streaming.

SUPREMEFX

Built-in SupremeFX audio technology ensures pristine audio. It provides a flat frequency response for a neutral, detailed sound signature. And if you’re using a gaming headset, the front panel output is driven by two op amps to preserve audio quality.

Exceptional RMAA Performance

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 32-600Ω-headphone impedance for great flexibility.

Premium Nichicon™ audio capacitors

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

PLAY YOUR OWN STYLE

The cyberpunk-inspired aesthetics are accentuated by the bold slashes and cybertext. Together with the most diverse ROG ecosystem, Pair your ROG Strix Z490-F Gaming with other ROG products to customize a gaming rig that reflects your personal style.

Customization

ID design

UNDENIABLY ROG STRIX

ROG Strix Z490-F Gaming is unmistakably ROG, it features a mirror-like stainless steel finish, complete with diagonal lines across the I/O shield and futuristic cyber-text.

OUTSHINE THE COMPETITION

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
• Starry night
• Music
• Smart

ADDRESSABLE GEN 2 RGB HEADER

ROG Strix Z490-F Gaming’s Addressable Gen 2 RGB headers are now capable of detecting the number of LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new headers also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.

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.

Q-LEDS

Four onboard LEDs indicate power status, and any problem with the CPU, memory, graphics card or boot device for quick diagnosis.

FLEXKEY

The front-panel header lets you customize the reset button on the front-panel of your chassis to provide quick access to your choice of Aura lighting controls, DirectKey or system reset.

BIOS FLASHBACK™

BIOS FlashBack™ is the simplest and safest (UEFI) BIOS update method. Simply drop the (UEFI) BIOS file onto a FAT32 formatted USB stick, plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack™ port and press the button. Updates can even be performed without having memory or a CPU installed.

CERTIFIED COMPATIBILITY

ROG Strix undergoes an extensive certification program to ensure the very best compatibility with the widest range of components and devices. Refer to our extensive list of guaranteed-compatible components, it also includes a dedicated Qualified Vendor List (QVL) for memory — so you can build fuss-free.

THE ROG STRIX ECOSYSTEM AWAITS

From graphics, AIO cooler, case, mice, or keyboard, up your game with ROG Strix. Enjoy complementary aesthetics, control and compatibility – and enjoy more choice than any competing brand.

ROG GIVES YOU MORE

ROG exclusive software utilities deliver intuitive audio tuning and gaming enhancements so you can configure your gaming build the way you want.

5-WAY OPTIMIZATION

Take care of complex tuning with just one click. ASUS 5-Way Optimization is a system-wide tuning utility that overclocks the processor and tunes fan speeds to ensure the best balance between cooling and acoustics. The automated CPU tuning feature of 5-Way Optimization leverages the same onboard intelligence as AI Overclocking,but goes further by running a Prime95 based stress test to deliver a result that’s well-tuned from the get-go.

TPU INSIGHT:

The TurboV Processing Unit (TPU) provides AI Suite 3 with the intelligence needed to automatically fine-tune voltages, monitor system stats, and adjust overclocking settings. We have upgraded this tool to provide AI Overclocking prediction values for users who want more insight when experimenting with different settings.

EPU Guidance:

With the Energy Processing Unit (EPU) you’ll enjoy system-wide power savings. The EPU automatically optimizes power consumption and maximizes savings with Away mode — a smart setting that creates an extreme energy-saving scenario by shutting down unused I/O controllers.

FAN XPERT 4:

Enjoy comprehensive control over fans, water pumps and all-in-one (AIO) coolers, via either Fan Expert 4 or our award-winning 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 — keeping your system whisper-quiet when performing light tasks.

DIGI+ POWER CONTROL:

The Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) 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.

TURBO APP:

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.

UEFI BIOS

The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.

ADVANCED MODE

When you’re ready for a deeper dive into the configuration of your system, delve into the UEFI’s Advanced mode and take complete control. Each section is intuitively organized, and a built-in search feature makes it easy to find the options you need. Advanced functions are coded with the intelligence to adapt to your settings, and when you’re ready to take charge, parameters have the

EZ MODE

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.

10^TH GEN INTEL^® CORE^TM PROCESSORS

Elite real-world performance

NEW KEY DESKTOP FEATURES

• Up to 5.3 GHz clock speed with Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost
• Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
• Memory Support with DDR4-2933
• Up to 10 cores and 20 threads
• Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology from the Intel® Core™ i9 to the Intel® Core™ i3 desktop processor
• New 2.5 G Ethernet
• New Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+)