ASUS ROG Strix Z390-H Gaming Motherboard LGA1151 (Intel 8th and 9th Gen) ATX DDR4 DP HDMI M.2 USB 3.1 Gen2 Gigabit LAN

• Designed for 9th and 8th generation Intel® Core™ processors to maximize connectivity and speed with dual M.2, USB 3.1 Gen 2, and ASUS OptiMem II for better DRAM overclocking stability
• Twin 8-phase power design and improved VRM cooling solution provides better cooling than previous generation platforms
• 8-channel HD audio with ROG exclusive SupremeFX S1220A codec driven by Japanese capacitors for warm and rich sound
• Gamer’s Guardian ensures component longevity with SafeSlot, ESD Guards and DRAM Overcurrent Protection
• Pre-mounted I/O shield ensures streamlined installation and represents ROG’s attention to detail and quality

ROG Strix Z390-H Gaming revitalizes the classic ROG red-and-black color scheme, adding a futuristic cyber-text pattern for a stunning modern style. It's loaded with essentials, including the latest connectivity plus intuitive ROG software optimization. All this and more makes ROG Strix Z390-H Gaming the perfect choice for all types of gamer and any level of ambition.

SOLID HARDWARE SPECS FOR GAMING AND MORE
With comprehensive cooling options and upgraded power delivery to fuel CPUs with more cores, plus support for faster memory and storage, ROG Strix Z390-H Gaming provides all the essentials you need to harness the full potential of components in your build for top-tier gaming performance.

DESIGN, CUSTOMIZATION, AND SETUP
A host of design touches, including a unique cyber-text pattern, plus customization options, comprehensive validation lists, and the most diverse ecosystem of components in the industry make building and personalizing a gaming rig with ROG Strix Z390-H Gaming wonderfully easy.

TUNE YOUR RIG THE WAY YOU WANT
The ROG Strix Z390-H Gaming motherboard features firmware controls and software utilities designed for all skill levels, making setup, tuning and system maintenance simple. With options from overclocking and cooling to managing network performance and audio characteristics, you can configure your ROG Strix gaming build to perform the way you want.

THE POWER OF INTEL

Intel Z390 chipset

The Intel® Z390 is a single-chipset design that supports Socket 1151 for 9th Gen and 8th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Additionally, the chipset provides a maximum of six USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports, four USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, and 32Gbps M.2 and PCIe 3.0 lane speed support, for faster data retrieval. Intel Z390 also supports integrated-graphics, so you'll enjoy the very latest in graphics performance.

Ready for Socket 1151 for 9th / 8th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors

This motherboard supports Socket 1151 for 9th Gen and 8th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors, with integrated graphics, memory and PCI Express controllers to support onboard graphics output with dedicated chipsets, dual-channel (4-DIMM) DDR4 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes for great performance.

Specs..
CPU
Intel® Socket 1151 9th / 8th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors
Supports Intel® 14 nm CPU
Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0

• The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.

Chipset
Intel® Z390
Memory
4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, 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.)/3300(O­.C.)/3200(O.C­.)/3000(O.C.)/2800(O­.C.)/2666/2400­/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered, Register Memory
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
** Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).

• Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs.

Graphic
Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel® HD Graphics support
Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DisplayPor­t ports

• Supports HDMI 1.4b with max. resolution 4096 × 2304 @ 24 Hz / 3840 × 2160 @ 30 Hz
• Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution 4096 × 2304 @ 60 Hz *1

Multi-GPU Support
Supports NVIDIA® 2-Way SLI™ Technology
Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX™ Technology
Expansion Slots
Socket 1151 for 9th / 8th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors
2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 or dual x8)
Intel® Z390 Chipset
1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x2 mode)
3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1
Storage
Intel® Z390 Chipset :
1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/228­0/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 × 4 mode)
1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA mode & X4 PCIE mode)
6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s)
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready *2
LAN
Intel® I219V, Dual interconnect between the Integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and Physical Layer (PHY)
Anti-surge LANGuard
ROG GameFirst Technology
Audio
ROG SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A

• Dual OP Amplifiers
• Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
• Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
• High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input
• Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback *3

Audio Feature :

• SupremeFX Shielding™ Technology
• Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
• Sonic Radar III
• Sonic Studio III

USB Ports
Intel® Z390 Chipset :
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port(s) (4 at back panel, red)
Intel® Z390 Chipset :
6 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) (2 at back panel, blue, 4 at mid-board)
Intel® Z390 Chipset :
4 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 at mid-board)
ROG Exclusive Features
ROG Exclusive Software

• RAMCache III
• CPU-Z
• GameFirst V
• Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Link
• Sonic Radar III

Special Features
Fan Xpert4

• Fan Xpert 4 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function and multiple thermistors selection for optimized system cooling control

ASUS Optimem II：

• Improved DDR4 Stability

ASUS EPU :

• EPU

AURA :

• Aura Lighting Control
• Aura RGB Strip Headers
• Aura Lighting Effects Synchronization with compatible ASUS ROG devices

ASUS Exclusive Features :

• MemOK! II
• AI Suite 3
• Ai Charger
• Armoury Crate
• Pre-mounted I/O Shield
• 3D Printing Friendly

ASUS EZ DIY :

• ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
• ASUS EZ Flash 3

ASUS Q-Design :

• ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
• ASUS Q-Slot
• ASUS Q-DIMM

Gaming Aesthetics :

• AURA-RGB Lighting

DIY Friendly Design

• Procool
• SafeSlot
• Digi+ VRM
• DRAM Overcurrent Protection
• Highly Durable components
• ESD Guards

Back I/O Ports
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s)
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI
1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
5 x Audio jack(s)
Internal I/O Ports
1 x AAFP connector
1 x Aura RGB Strip Header
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1(up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s)
2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s)
1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/228­0/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 × 4 mode)
1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 × 4 mode)
1 x TPM connector(s)
1 x COM port(s) connector(s)
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (1 × 4 -pin)
1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) (1 × 4 -pin)
2 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (2 × 4 -pin)
1 x AIO_PUMP connector
1 × 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 × 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x MemOK! II switch(es)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
1 x System panel connector
1 x Thermal sensor connector
1 x CPU_OV jumper
Accessories
User's manual
1 x ASUS Fan Holder
4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x M.2 Screw Package
1 x Supporting DVD
1 x SLI HB BRIDGE(2-WAY-M)
1 x ROG Strix stickers
BIOS
1 × 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1.
Manageability
WOL, PXE
Support Disc
Drivers
ASUS Utilities
EZ-update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Operating System
Windows® 10 64-bit
Form Factor
ATX Form Factor
12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )
Note
*1 DP 1.2 Multi-Stream Transport compliant, supports DP 1.2 monitor daisy chain up to 3 displays.
*2 Intel® Optane Technology only supported when using 8th Generation Intel® Processors. Before using Intel® Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to the latest version from ASUS support website.
*3 Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192kHz is not supported for 8-Channel audio.