ASUS ROG Strix Z490-A Gaming Z490 LGA 1200(Intel 10th Gen) ATX White Scheme Gaming Motherboard (12+2 Power Stages, DDR4 4600, Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 2, Aura Sync) - View 1

ASUS ROG Strix Z490-A Gaming Z490 LGA 1200(Intel 10th Gen) ATX White Scheme Gaming Motherboard (12+2 Power Stages, DDR4 4600, Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 2, Aura Sync)

4.4 (331 ratings)
~$288.80
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Key Features

  • Intel LGA 1200 socket: Designed to unleash the maximum performance of 10th Gen Intel Core processors
  • Robust Power Solution: 12+2 Dr. MOS power stages with ProCool II power connector, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors to provide reliable power when pushing CPU performance to the limit
  • Optimized Thermal Design: VRM heatsink, PCH fanless heatsink, M. 2 heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4 utility
  • High-performance Gaming Networking: On-board Intel 2. 5 Gb Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard
  • Best Gaming Connectivity: Supports HDMI 1. 4 and DisplayPort 1. 4 output, and featuring dual M. 2, front panel USB 3. 2 Gen 2 Type-C connector

Specifications

Processor
4600 MHz
RAM
DDR4
Memory Speed
4600 MHz
Brand
ASUS
Series
ROG STRIX Z490-A GAMING
Item model number
ROG STRIX Z490-A GAMING
Item Weight
2.62 pounds
Product Dimensions
13.3 x 10.7 x 2.7 inches
Item Dimensions LxWxH
13.3 x 10.7 x 2.7 inches
Number of Processors
4
Computer Memory Type
DDR4 SDRAM
Voltage
12 Volts
Manufacturer
ASUS
Date First Available
May 6, 2020

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Customer Reviews

Mitch
Works as intended and looks great. Also ties into iCUE if you want to control the RGB on it.
MarvL
Not going to waste time with a deep Tech review (i.e. overclocking, jumpers, and drivers). But - if you don't ... check the Vendor's list for compatible memory first - you will suffer a thousand deaths with this MoBo.I'll get straight to the point: CORSAIR VENGEANCE LPX (CMK32GX4M2B3200C16) - running at 3200 MHz is on the list and running at full XMP speed... purchased at Best Buy (not the greatest, buttttt).Take Notes: everything else I've tried, and I have many options, has failed harder than a New York Jets football team (e.g. my Crucial Ballistix 3200 will throttle to SAFE mode, Dominators will not OC, GSkill is a no show on radar)... however, none of my DIMMS are on the list. Can't use random stuff.This is a beautiful Motherboard with crazy love for processor over-clocks, but this 'memory thing' is a nightmare.I dropped down from an X299 board - just to see what the 10700k could handle - and it was pure shock...The thermals and speed are amazing (OC'd). BTW - today's boards will overclock to a percentage (%) - so, I'm not able to give a good reference due to the following:1. Power Supply - the cheap stuff will throttle 5GHz back to Stock (recommend 850 or better... consider upcoming Ampere and Navi cards). Power draw is serious with the LGA 1200 platform.2. Air Flow in the case (gone are the days of Micro ATX - I had to go full tower / wind tunnel this round - sorry this doesn't help the budget dude). Plus the new Ampere video cards are monstrous.3. Limitation of Motherboard OC; I have to admit, this board is delicious on OC (lots of headroom and VRM tweaks)4. Most important: water, air, or custom CPU cooling; so, if your hideout doesn't have air conditioning or Alaskan weather - don't bet on that flimsy cooler you've been pushing (throttle, buck, dead processor)The BIOS on this board will use A.I. to factor all cooling/quality components - the cheap stuff will cause sadness and reduce intelligence.Overall: well done ASUS, I'm very pleased - but get that freakin' BIOS up-to-date (like 4600 MHz is Breakin' News)
Chandler
Great 10th gen motherboard for gaming. If your looking to get your moneys worth this is it. There are RGB headers and with the included software it makes it easy to customize your build to your liking.
Kaina H
The media could not be loaded. Motherboards, to be honest unless your building a monster of a PC, these days come down to cosmetics. This motherboard is beautiful, absolutely stunning, I have not added the motherboard yet. I am still waiting for all the computer parts to come in however, this is packaged perfectly.EDIT: I have installed the motherboard and completed my PC. Friendly reminder to not forget to add the spacers for this motherboard!! Our first PC build did not require it and we almost overlooked it with this one. If you forget to add the spacers you will short out the mobo when you turn the system on and you do not want that!!