13 best motherboard for i9 9900k

Product description

Supports 9th and 8th Intel Core processors Dual Channel DDR4, 4 DIMMs integrated I/O shield Intel Octane Memory Ready 12+1 phase digital VRM solution with DrMOS advanced thermal design with screw mounted heatsinks and heat pipe Intel 802.11AC 2x2 Wave 2 Wi-Fi ALC1220 VB enhance 114dB(Rear)/110dB(Front) SNR in microphone with WIMA audio capacitors Intel Gigabit LAN with cFosSpeed RGB Fusion with Multi Zone LED light Show design, support addressable LED & RGB LED strips Smart Fan 5 features Multiple Temperature Sensors and Hybrid Fan Headers with FAN STOP front USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type C Header dual Ultra-Fast NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2 with dual thermal Guard CEC 2019 Ready. 305x244 mm.

• Supports 9th and 8th Intel Core processors
• Dual channel non-ECC unbuffered DDR4, 4 DIMMs
• Intel optane memory ready
• 12+1 phases digital VRM solution with DrMOS
• Advanced thermal design with multi cuts heatsinks and heat pipe. Bluetooth 5
• Onboard Intel CNVi 802.11AC 2x2 wave 2 Wi-Fi
• Alc1220 vb enhance 114db(rear)/ 110db(front) SNR in microphone with WIMA audio capacitors

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it support windows 10 32-bit operating system
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Does this come with antennas for the Wifi or are they needed
Answer:	Yes you are able to Overclock your RAM, GPU, and CPU with this motherboard provided you have sufficient cooling. There are many guides available online to help with this process.
Question:	i,m looking for 6 sata drives? i have 2 blu-ray drives and 4 dvd drives
Answer:	You should cal rogers about that, but if you have a coax cable that gives you internet it should. But I do not use them so ask them to be sure.
Question:	I'm new to pc building, does this motherboard support 5 fans? 2 for my corsair cooler and 3 fans that came with the case
Answer:	Should be fine supporting Google Voice once you connect it with your cable company.

Product features

Z390 AORUS PRO WIFI

AORUS Z390 motherboards are designed with thermals and speed in mind, ensuring users can best take advantage of Intel 9th generation processors. The AORUS and GIGABYTE Z390 series is loaded with a variety of premium feature sets and each board provides a sweet spot in performance and value. Assemble your next PC with AORUS and start with a strong foundation as each motherboard is built with Ultra Durable materials.

Enhanced VRM Design

The Z390 AORUS PRO WIFI uses a 12+1 phases digital CPU power design and has additional 8+4 Solid-pin CPU Power Connectors that allows enthusiasts to get the absolute maximum performance from the new 9th Gen Intel Core processors.

Ultra-Fast WIFI

Smash the GbE barrier with Intel's next-gen wireless solution which enables gigabit wireless performance, provides smooth video streaming and better gaming experience, with speeds up to 1.73Gbps.

Smart Fan 5

With Smart Fan 5 users can ensure that their gaming PC can maintain its performance while staying cool. Smart Fan 5 allows users to interchange their fan headers to reflect different thermal sensors at different locations on the motherboard and gives users up-to-the-second details on flow rate and temperatures.

RGB Fusion

The onboard Digital LED's shine beautifully against the Z390 motherboard's monochrome pallet. Paint your system with bold colors with full RGB support and a redesigned RGB Fusion application, which gives the user complete control over the LEDs which surround the motherboard.

Dual M.2 with Dual Thermal Guard

With durability in mind, GIGABYTE provides a thermal solution for M.2 SSD devices. The M.2 Thermal Guard prevents throttling and bottlenecks from high speed M.2 SSDs as it helps to dissipate heat before it becomes an issue.

AORUS 360 Armor

AORUS motherboards are layered with Ultra Durable protection, such as an Integrated I/O shield, memory armor and PCIe armor, to give users a strong foundation to build their gaming systems.

Product description

Designed for 9th generation Intel Core processors, the Prime Z390 A delivers maximum performance with customizable style. 5 Way Optimization provides AI overclocking and dynamic fan calibration while dual M.2 and USB 3.1 Gen2 delivers maximum transfer speeds. Aura Sync RGB with addressable headers customize your build. Manageability : WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE.

• Designed for 9th and 8th generation Intel Core processors to maximize connectivity and speed with M. 2, USB 3. 1 Gen2 and ASUS Optimum II for better DRAM overclocking stability
• Revamped 5-Way Optimization that has the intelligence to overclock a CPU based on smart prediction and thermal telemetry
• 5X Protection III Hardware-level safeguards with Safe Slot Core, LAN Guard, Over voltage Protection provide longevity, reliability. FanXpert 4 delivers advanced fan control for dynamic system cooling
• Patent-pending Safe Slot Core fortified PCIe slots prevent damage caused by heavyweight GPUs
• 8-channel HD Gaming Audio featuring Realtek ALC887 high definition audio codec

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this board a mini board
Answer:	Common motherboard options are: 1. ATX, 2. micro ATX, and 3. mini ITX This is number #1. Designed for a Mid/Full ATX Case. Important: This WILL NOT fit in a micro-ATX case or mini-ITX case.
Question:	Does this come with an io shield
Answer:	In short yes, The motherboard includes the following: User's manual ASUS Q-Shield 3 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s) 1 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x SLI HB BRIDGE(2-WAY-M) 1 x Q-Connector 1 x SCD 1 x CPU Fan Holder
Question:	How do i turn off the integrated gfx? it wont reconise my asus rog strix geforce rtx 2080 please help
Answer:	It is done in the BIOS. Also, it'll be disabled automatically if a GPU is present.
Question:	This motherboard is compatible with the new processor intel core i9-9900k lga1151 300 series 95w
Answer:	This motherboard is designed to work with Intel® Socket 1151 for 9th / 8th Generation Pentium®/Celeron® Processors.

Product features

Overview

Designed for 9th generation Intel Core processors, the Prime Z390-A delivers maximum performance with customizable style. 5-Way Optimization provides AI overclocking and dynamic fan calibration while dual M.2 and USB 3.1 Gen2 delivers maximum transfer speeds. Aura Sync RGB with addressable headers customize your build.

5-Way Optimization

The overclocking module of AI Suite's 5-Way Optimization has been revamped for the Z390 platform. With a revised back-end that has the intelligence to overclock a CPU based upon smart prediction and thermal telemetry, this new version quickly delivers overclocking results that would typically take days of manual tuning.

Ultrafast Connectivity

With x4 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 bandwidth, M.2 supports up to 32Gbps data-transfer speeds. It's the perfect choice for an operating system or application drive, providing fast access to data. Also, with backward compatible USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A and reversible USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C ports, you'll experience ultimate connection flexability and blazing data-transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps.

Optimem ll

Our OptiMem II tech carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to reduce vias and also adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk. And to further enhance overclocking headroom for fully stacked memory configurations, we've employed a highly customized T-Topology layout that delivers time-aligned signaling.

Cooler by Design

Each header can dynamically reference three thermal sensors, and via Fan Xpert 4 you can even map the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards to optimize cooling for GPU and CPU-intensive tasks.

Upgrade to unrivaled audio

Prime Z390-A utilizes a unique audio codec designed in close collaboration with Realtek — the Realtek S1220A. It also features an unprecedented 120dB signal-to-noise ratio for the stereo line-out and a 113dB SNR for the line-in, providing pristine audio quality. Additionally, a new impedance-sensing circuit automatically adjusts gain to ensure the optimal volume range for your headphones.

Visual Beauty

A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. 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 headers.* And it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable ASUS hardware.

Product description

Combining quality you can rely on with top performance and clever business solutions are key aspects of the MSI Pro Series motherboards. Engineered to gratify even the most demanding professional, these motherboards will fit in any PC. Making your life easier and supporting your business with super stable, reliable and long-lasting top performance. This MSI product supports all the latest storage standards. This allows you to connect any ultra-fast storage device, giving you noticeable benefits. Start programs faster, load data faster and increase productivity.

• Supports 9th i9-9900K, i7-9700K, i5-9600K and 8th Generation Intel Core / Pentium Gold / Celeron processors for LGA 1151 socket
• Supports dual channel ddr4 memory, up to 4400(oc) MHz
• Turbo M.2: PCI-E gen3 x4 interfACe maximizes performance for NVME SSDS
• Core boost, 8+4 pin CPU power connector, ddr4 boost
• Built for reliable operation
• Operating system - Support for windows 10 64-bit
• Intel turbo USB 3.1 gen2: powered by intel USB 3.1 gen2 controller, turbo USB ensures an uninterrupted connection with more stability and fastest USB speeds

User questions & answers

Question:	does a samsung evo 970 m2 ssd work on this mother board? would I need aditional drives apart from the m2 ssd
Answer:	Yes. You need to buy a separate Graphics Card. The Intel i5-9400F dont have integrated graphics.
Question:	if i install an i5-9400f with this board do i need a separate graphics card? This is for everyday business use, not gaming
Answer:	No. Only 8th and 9th gen Intel consumer grade CPUs (8xxx and 9xxx).
Question:	Will this support an i
Answer:	The Z390-A PRO motherboard supports the i5-9400F processor.
Question:	Will this work for i5-9000f cpu
Answer:	has both WiFi and Ethernet so your good

Product features

Extended Heatsink Design

Heatsinks on top of the VRM help to dissipate excessive heat. Extended heatsinks have even more surface area for more thermal dissipation.

Core Boost

Core Boost technology combines MSI’s premium circuit layout and digital power design to deliver undistorted current to the CPU with pin-point precision.

Turbo M.2

Enjoy a blazing fast system boot up, quick applications load times, and high data transfer with Z390-A PRO. A high performance M.2 slot can deliver speeds up to 32Gb/s for NVMe SSDs.

Audio Boost

Audio Boost offers a HD audio processor and high quality sound components, all physically isolated from the rest of the motherboard circuitry for immersive audio.

PCI-E Steel Armor

MSI PCI Express Steel Armor slots have heavy solder points on the motherboard for a stronger hold. Metal reinforced slots firmly support large graphics cards.

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Product description

Fully Command your gaming experience on 9th generation Intel Core processors with the ROG Strix Z390 E Gaming featuring 5 Way Optimization for dynamic system control with AI overclocking. Dual M.2, 802.11AC Wi Fi and USB 3.1 Gen2 deliver maximum connectivity speeds while ASUS optimum II ensures better DRAM overclocking stability.

• Designed for 9th 8th Generation Intel Core processors maximize connectivity and speed with Dual M.2, USB 3.1 Gen 2, onboard 802.11AC Wi Fi and ASUS optimum II for better DRAM overclocking stability
• Revamped 5 way Optimization over clocks Intelligently based on smart prediction and thermal telemetry while FanXpert 4 delivers dynamic system cooling; Operating System Windows 10 64 bit
• Gamer's Guardian ensures component longevity with safe Slot, ESD guards and DRAM over current protection
• Pre mounted I/O shield ensures streamlined installation and represents ROG's attention to detail and quality

User questions & answers

Question:	Hello. Does this board come with sata data cables, that connects to the psu to the ssd
Answer:	It comes from Dexter Industies. https://www.dexterindustries.com/grovepi/
Question:	How well does it overclock
Answer:	Yes! each sensor has one cable with two connectors (three pins or four pins) that can connecting semsor and GrovePi.
Question:	What is the difference between asus prime z390-a and asus rog strix z390-e gaming
Answer:	Yes it is the same kit.
Question:	What is the cashing speed on this motherboard
Answer:	Yes , it's accessible.. may have to use tweezers, or small pliers depending on how big your fingers are..

Product features

Overview

Fully command your gaming experience on 9th generation Intel Core processors with the ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming featuring 5-Way Optimization for dynamic system control with AI overclocking. Dual M.2, 802.11ac WiFi and USB 3.1 Gen2 deliver maximum connectivity speeds while ASUS OptiMem II ensures better DRAM overclocking stability.

5-Way Optimization

The overclocking module of AI Suite's 5-Way Optimization has been revamped for the Z390 platform. With a revised back-end that has the intelligence to overclock a CPU based upon smart prediction and thermal telemetry, this new version quickly delivers overclocking results that would typically take days of manual tuning.

Cooler by design

ROG Strix Z390 Gaming series features the most comprehensive cooling options ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS. Featureing a dedicated pair of PWM/DC fan headers for CPU coolers, a dedicated PWM/DC header for self-contained water-cooling setups and a dedicated header that can supply over 3A to high-performance PWM or DC water pumps.

SupremeFX

Utilizing the S1220A codec, SupremeFX is the integrated-audio solution that's engineered to provide a flat frequency response for a neutral, detailed sound signature. And to ensure that pristine signature is perfectly preserved, the front-panel output is driven with dual op amps, delivering sonics with the scale and authority to create virtual worlds via your gaming headset.

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.

DIY Friendly Design

SafeSlot provides stronger PCIe device retention and greater shearing resistance. Q-DIMM clips allow for super-simple, super-secure handling of memory modules. MemOK ll automatically fixes boot failures that arise die to memory overclocking and instability.

Pre-Mounted I/O ShieldPre-Mounted I/O ShieldPre-Mounted I/O Shield

ROG's I/O shield is finished in sleek matte black and comes pre-mounted to make it easy to install the motherboard.

Product description

Supports 9th and 8th Intel Core processors Dual Channel Non ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 4 DIMMs integrated I/O shield Intel Octane Memory Ready 12+1 phases digital VRM solution with DrMOS advanced thermal design with direct touch heat pipe ALC1220 VB enhance 114dB(Rear)/110dB(Front) SNR in microphone with WIMA audio capacitors Intel Gigabit LAN with cFosSpeed RGB Fusion with Multi Zone LED light Show design, support addressable LED and RGB LED strips Smart Fan 5 features Multiple Temperature Sensors and Hybrid Fan Headers with FAN STOP front USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type C Header triple ultra-fast NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2 with triple thermal guards USB DAC UP 2 with Adjustable Voltage CEC 2019 Ready.305x244mm. I/O Controller - iTE I/O Controller Chip. Operating System: Support for Windows 10 64-bit.

• Supports 9th and 8th Intel Core processors
• Dual channel non ECC unbuffered DDR4, 4 DIMMs
• Intel optane memory ready
• 12+1 Phases digital VRM solution with DrMOS
• Advanced thermal design with direct touch heat pipe
• Onboard Intel CNVi 802.11AC 2x2 wave 2 Wi-Fi
• Alc1220 vb enhance 114db(rear)/ 110db(front) SNR in microphone with WIMA audio capacitors

User questions & answers

Question:	Can i run dual graphics cards
Answer:	Try the Raspberry Pi forums
Question:	Does this come with a high bandwidth sli bridge
Answer:	It comes with NOOBS on the SD card. Python is on there as well as some others, dont remember all of them. The only draw back to this kit, is the display enclosure they send puts the display in upside down. There is a way to fix it in the OS, but opted for the Smarti Pi case. Its much nicer IMO.
Question:	Does ultra model have bluetooth
Answer:	https://www.element14.com/community/docs/DOC-78156/l/raspberry-pi-7-touchscreen-display
Question:	About the wifi, does the board come with an antenna
Answer:	Boot to commandline. Type: sudo nano /boot/config.txt Add line: lcd_rotate=2 Save. Reboot.

Product features

Z390 AORUS ULTRA

AORUS Z390 motherboards are designed with thermals and speed in mind, ensuring users can best take advantage of Intel 9th generation processors. The AORUS and GIGABYTE Z390 series is loaded with a variety of premium feature sets and each board provides a sweet spot in performance and value. Assemble your next PC with AORUS and start with a strong foundation as each motherboard is built with Ultra Durable materials.

Advanced Thermal Design

The Z390 AORUS ULTRA uses a high performance thermal design by combining its multi-cut heatsink with a Direct Touch Heatpipe and thick thermal pads to provide ultimate MOSFET cooling performance for enthusiasts, overclockers and gamers.

Ultra-Fast WIFI

Smash the GbE barrier with Intel's next-gen wireless solution which enables gigabit wireless performance, provides smooth video streaming and better gaming experience, with speeds up to 1.73Gbps.

Smart Fan 5

With Smart Fan 5 users can ensure that their gaming PC can maintain its performance while staying cool. Smart Fan 5 allows users to interchange their fan headers to reflect different thermal sensors at different locations on the motherboard and gives users up-to-the-second details on flow rate and temperatures.

Triple M.2 with Triple Thermal Guard

With durability in mind, GIGABYTE provides a thermal solution for M.2 SSD devices. The M.2 Thermal Guard prevents throttling and bottlenecks from high speed M.2 SSDs as it helps to dissipate heat before it becomes an issue.

RGB Fusion

The onboard Digital LED's shine beautifully against the Z390 motherboard's monochrome pallet. Paint your system with bold colors with full RGB support and a redesigned RGB Fusion application, which gives the user complete control over the LEDs which surround the motherboard.

AORUS 360 Armor

AORUS motherboards are layered with Ultra Durable protection, such as an Integrated I/O shield, memory armor and PCIe armor, to give users a strong foundation to build their gaming systems.

Product description

Supports 9th and 8th Intel Core processors Dual Channel DDR4, 4 DIMMs integrated I/O shield Intel Octane Memory Ready 12+1 phase digital VRM solution with DrMOS advanced thermal design with screw mounted heatsinks and heat pipe ALC1220-VB enhance 114dB(Rear)/110dB(Front) SNR in microphone with WIMA audio capacitors Intel Gigabit LAN with cFosSpeed RGB FUSION with Multi-Zone LED light Show design, support addressable LED & RGB LED strips Smart Fan 5 features Multiple Temperature Sensors and Hybrid Fan Headers with FAN STOP front USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C Header dual Ultra-Fast NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2 with dual thermal Guard CEC 2019 Ready. 305x244mm.

• Supports 9th and 8th Intel Core Processors
• Dual Channel Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 4 DIMMs
• Intel Optane Memory Ready
• 12+1 Phases Digital VRM Solution with DrMOS
• Advanced Thermal Design with Multi-cuts Heatsinks and Heatpipe
• ALC1220-VB Enhance 114dB(Rear) / 110dB(Front) SNR in Microphone with WIMA Audio Capacitors
• Intel Gigabit LAN with cFosSpeed

User questions & answers

Question:	Can this motherboard support intel i5-4690k andballistix sport 16gb kit (8gbx2) ddr3 1600 mt/s (pc3-12800) udimm 240-pin memory
Answer:	Mine is a hardware Rev 1.2.
Question:	so how are we going to install the m2 nvme ssd under the thermal guard
Answer:	It hasn't been an issue for me because it came with its own power adapter. However, when I do a 'cat /proc/cpuinfo' command, the last line says: "Raspberry Pi 4 Model B Rev 1.2"
Question:	Would this support a gigabyte gtx 1050 ti windforce oc 4gb gddr5 128-bit pci-e graphic card if used with an i7 9700k intel processor
Answer:	Hello, the email address is [email protected]
Question:	Printing on the board indicates it supports 8th generation but the description says up to 9. Does this support an i
Answer:	Go to website, support, and tell them you are looking for lessons and they will email them to you

Product features

Enhanced VRM Design

The Z390 AORUS PRO uses a 12+1 phases digital CPU power design and has additional 8+4 Solid-pin CPU Power Connectors that allows enthusiasts to get the absolute maximum performance from the new 9th Gen Intel Core processors.

RGB Fusion

The onboard Digital LED's shine beautifully against the Z390 motherboard's monochrome pallet. Paint your system with bold colors with full RGB support and a redesigned RGB Fusion application, which gives the user complete control over the LEDs which surround the motherboard.

Amp-Up Audio

ALC1220-VB Immersive Gaming ViBes is Realtek's all new high-end HD Audio Codec that automatically detects impedance of your head-worn audio device, preventing issues such as low volume and distortion.

Dual M.2 with Dual Thermal Guard

With durability in mind, GIGABYTE provides a thermal solution for M.2 SSD devices. The M.2 Thermal Guard prevents throttling and bottlenecks from high speed M.2 SSDs as it helps to dissipate heat before it becomes an issue.

AORUS 360 Armor

AORUS motherboards are layered with Ultra Durable protection, such as an Integrated I/O shield, memory armor and PCIe armor, to give users a strong foundation to build their gaming systems.

Product description

GAMING motherboards offer the best possible gaming experience. Outsmart and outperform your opponents in-game using an array of unique MSI GAMING tools. Clever hardware & software tools, created to keep you one step ahead of the competition and boost your skills. This MSI GAMING motherboard supports all the latest storage standards. This allows you to connect any ultra-fast storage device, giving you in-game benefits. Start games faster, load levels faster and have a real advantage over your enemies. pc_4300

• Supports 9th i9-9900K, i7-9700K, i5-9600K and 8th Generation Intel Core / Pentium Gold / Celeron processors for LGA 1151 socket
• Supports dual channel DDR4 Memory, up to 4400(OC) MHz
• 2x TURBO M.2, Intel Optane Memory Ready. Turbo USB 3.1 GEN2, Extended Heatsink
• Intel CNVi Ready: Supports Intel CNVi Wi-Fi module, IEEE802.11 AC wave2
• Built for esports, streaming, and gaming.Operating system:Support for Windows 10 64-bit

Product features

Extended Heatsink Design

Heatsinks on top of the VRM help to dissipate excessive heat. Extended heatsinks have even more surface area for more thermal dissipation.

Intel Turbo USB 3.1 Gen2

Featuring the Intel TURBO USB 3.1 GEN2, MAG Z390 TOMAHAWK offers never before seen USB speeds, ensuring an uninterrupted connection with more stability when connecting USB devices.

Core Boost

Core Boost technology combines MSI’s premium circuit layout and digital power design to deliver undistorted current to the CPU with pin-point precision.

DDR4 Boost

Get consistent memory performance with an isolated and optimized circuit layout around the DDR4 DIMMs.

Irregular PCB

Tuck away SATA and USB cables neatly with MSI irregular PCB edge.

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• Intel i9-9900K CPU Processor and ASUS Z390A Motherboard combo bundle, to maximize performance, speed and connectivity whenever you game, design, record, stream, web browsing, document editing and more. Pack in a bundle, compatible with each other, purchase with confidence
• Intel Core Coffee Lake i9-9900K Desktop Processor. 8 Cores 16 Threads; 3.60 GHz up to 5.00 GHz Turbo; 16 MB Intel Smart Cache; Intel UHD Graphics 630. Cooling device, a fan or heat sink not included
• CPU Support Maximum Memory Capacity 128 GB, DDR4 2666 MHz, No ECC memory, up to 2 memory channel, 41.6 GB/s max memory bandwidth. Intel Optane Memory Supported, Compatible only with Motherboards based on Intel 300 Series Chipsets
• ASUS Prime Z390-A Motherboard. Flexiable connection and fast speed with M.2, USB 3.1 Gen2 and ASUS Optimum II for better DRAM overclocking stability. 8 channel HD Gaming Audios featuring Realtek ALC887 high definition audio codec
• Revamped 5 Way Optimization to overclock the CPU and tunes fan speeds with intelligence. 5X Protection III Hardware level safeguards provides longevity, reliability. Fan Xpert 4 delivers advanced fan control for dynamic system cooling

Product features

K” MEANS UNLOCKED

What is Overclocking?3 Increase processing power by fine-tuning your system to run your processor at higher settings than the default specification. Helping speed up your components-and your game play.

OVERCLOCK WITH CONFIDENCE

Intel Performance Maximizer can automatically increase processor frequency and give you a competitive edge by examining your PC’s performance DNA, and programming a personalized setting for a custom overclock.

GET INTO YOUR GAMES FASTER

Intel Optane memory is a smart technology that accelerates computers’ responsiveness. It accesses your computer’s frequently used documents, videos, games and applications quickly and remembers them after you power off—enabling you to create, game, and produce with less waiting.

Asus Prime Z390-A Motherboard

Designed for 9th generation Intel Core processors, the Prime Z390-A delivers maximum performance with customizable style. 5-Way Optimization provides AI overclocking and dynamic fan calibration while dual M.2 and USB 3.1 Gen2 delivers maximum transfer speeds. Aura Sync RGB with addressable headers customize your build.

• AI overclocking: Quickly optimizes your CPU performance based on the CPU and cooler, achieving results that are extremely close to manual tuning by experts.
• OptiMem II: Careful routing of traces and vias, plus ground layer optimizations to preserve signal integrity for improved memory overclocking
• Enhanced power solution: Premium components provide better power efficiency
• UEFI BIOS: New UEFI options include a search function that allows you to find settings easily
• Industry-leading cooling options: Comprehensive controls for fans and AIO pump, via Fan Xpert 4 or the acclaimed UEFI
• M.2 heatsink: Ultra-efficient heatsink reduces M.2 SSD temperatures by up to 20°C for unthrottled transfer speeds and enhanced reliability
• Next-gen connectivity: Supreme flexibility with Intel Optane memory ready, Intel RST support, Thunderbolt 3 header and dual M.2 support
• ASUS Aura Sync: Controllable onboard RGB lighting easily syncs with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware

5-Way Optimization + Optimem ll

The overclocking module of AI Suite's 5-Way Optimization has been revamped for the Z390 platform. With a revised back-end that has the intelligence to overclock a CPU based upon smart prediction and thermal telemetry, this new version quickly delivers overclocking results that would typically take days of manual tuning.

Our OptiMem II tech carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to reduce vias and also adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk. And to further enhance overclocking headroom for fully stacked memory configurations, we've employed a highly customized T-Topology layout that delivers time-aligned signaling.

Ultrafast Connectivity

With x4 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 bandwidth, M.2 supports up to 32Gbps data-transfer speeds. It's the perfect choice for an operating system or application drive, providing fast access to data. Also, with backward compatible USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A and reversible USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C ports, you'll experience ultimate connection flexability and blazing data-transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps.

Upgrade to unrivaled audio + Visual Beauty

Prime Z390-A utilizes a unique audio codec designed in close collaboration with Realtek — the Realtek S1220A. It also features an unprecedented 120dB signal-to-noise ratio for the stereo line-out and a 113dB SNR for the line-in, providing pristine audio quality. Additionally, a new impedance-sensing circuit automatically adjusts gain to ensure the optimal volume range for your headphones.

A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. 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 headers.* And it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable ASUS hardware.

Cooler by Design

Each header can dynamically reference three thermal sensors, and via Fan Xpert 4 you can even map the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards to optimize cooling for GPU and CPU-intensive tasks.

Product description

9th Gen Intel Core i9-9900K unlocked desktop processor. Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and offers Pro-level performance for gaming, creating, and overclocking. Thermal solution NOT included in the box. ONLY compatible with 300 series chipset based motherboard. 95W. Processor Base Frequency 3.60 GHz and Max Turbo Frequency 5.00 GHz.

• 8 Cores/ 16 Threads
• Up to 5.0 GHz Unlocked
• Compatible with Intel 300 Series chipset based motherboards
• Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology
• Supports Intel Optane Memory, no thermal solution included

User questions & answers

Question:	How good is it for gaming
Answer:	Si señor, al igual puedes mirar la página del fabricante de la board y en especificaciones encuentras la lista de procesadores
Question:	Does this have hyperthreading
Answer:	It comes with a cooler, with thermal paste pre-applied. It also comes with an AMD Athlon sticker for your case, a certificate of authenticity, installation instructions for the CPU and cooler, and a slip of paper saying that the CPU is compatible with AM4 motherboards with a BIOS update.
Question:	Has anyone ordered this last week (Nov. 23-27) Delivery day is today, but have yet to be shipped, label created though
Answer:	Yes, I was emailed a code from Amazon with instructions about redemption after the shipping label was created.
Question:	So this 9900k with new packaging is still a 9900k correct? the 9900kf is in the same box but their labels don't differentiate from what i've seen
Answer:	I received the code from Amazon about the same time I was notified that a shipping label was created (4 days after the order on release day). The product still did not actually "ship" until 4 days after the label was created.

Product description

Load up with more cores for more performance with the ROG Maximus XI Hero Wi Fi, ready for 9th generation Intel Core processors. The revamped ASUS 5 Way Optimization overclocks intelligently based on smart prediction and thermal telemetry while FanXpert 4 delivers dynamic system cooling. Aura Sync with addressable headers features full RGB customization. Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.0. Operating System - Windows 10 64-bit. Form Factor- ATX Form Factor size - 12 inch x 9.6 inch.

• Designed for 9th 8th Generation Intel Core processors maximize connectivity, speed with Dual M.2, USB 3.1 Gen 2, on board 802.11AC Wi Fi and ASUS optimum II for better DRAM overclocking stability
• Revamped 5 way Optimization over clocks Intelligently based on smart prediction and thermal telemetry while FanXpert 4 delivers dynamic system cooling
• Aura Sync RGB lighting with addressable headers features a nearly endless spectrum of colors with the ability to synchronize effects across an ever expanding ecosystem of AURA Sync enabled products
• Pre mounted I/O shield ensures streamlined installation and represents ROG's attention to detail and quality

Product features

Overview

Load up with more cores for more performance with the ROG Maximus XI Hero Wi-Fi, ready for 9th generation Intel Core processors. The revamped ASUS 5-Way Optimization overclocks intelligently based on smart prediction and thermal telemetry while FanXpert 4 delivers dynamic system cooling. Aura Sync with addressable headers features full RGB customization.

5-Way Optimization

We've loaded the ROG Maximus XI Hero with simple, flexible tools that let you tweak almost every system aspect. Enjoy intelligent automated tuning with 5-Way Optimization technology, or dive deep into the revered ROG UEFI BIOS to take full manual control. Hero also makes short work of fine-tuning everything from audio to storage, so it's easy to get every part of your system up to speed.

Optimem II

Our OptiMem II tech carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to reduce vias and also adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk. And to further enhance overclocking headroom for fully stacked memory configurations, we've employed a highly customized T-Topology layout that delivers time-aligned signaling.

Built for overclocking

By default, all of Coffee Lake's major bus frequencies are derived from the same reference clock, limiting the control and flexibility needed to harness the full overclocking potential of the platform. The ROG Maximus XI Hero features a dedicated onboard clock generator that supplies dynamic reference clocks to the CPU cores and major subdomains, giving you the freedom to coax every MHz of headroom from the system.

Cooler by design

The ROG Maximus XI Hero features the most comprehensive cooling controls ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS. Each header can be set to monitor and react to three user-configurable thermal sensors, for workload based cooling. All easily managed by Fan Xpert 4 or UEFI.

Personalized for you

With Aura Sync to unleash synchronized effects that extend from motherboard to a vast ecosystem of compatible components, the ROG Maximus XI Hero is primed for endless personalization.

SupremeFX

Utilizing the S1220 codec, SupremeFX is the integrated-audio solution that's engineered to provide a flat frequency response for a neutral, detailed sound signature. And to ensure that pristine signature is perfectly preserved, the front-panel output is driven with dual op amps, delivering sonics with the scale and authority to create virtual worlds via your gaming headset.

Product description

Specifications Mfr Part Number: BX80684I99900K Model: Intel Core i9-9900K Processor Core Name: Coffee Lake Core Count: 8 Thread Count: 16 Clock Speed: 3. 6 GHz Max Turbo Frequency: 5. 0 GHz Smart Cache: 16 MB DMI3: 8. 0 GT/s Lithography: 14nm Socket: LGA 1151 Max Thermal Design Power: 95W Memory Type: DDR4-2666 Processor Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630 Graphics Base Frequency: 350 MHz Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency: 1. 20 GHz Max CPU Configuration: 1 Advanced Technologies: Intel Optane Memory Supported Intel Turbo Boost 2. 0 Technology Intel vPro Platform Eligibility Intel Hyper-Threading Technology Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) Intel TSX-NI Intel 64 Instruction Set 64-bit Instruction Set Extensions - Intel SSE4. 1, Intel SSE4. 2, Intel AVX2 Idle States Enhanced Intel Speed Step Technology Thermal Monitoring Technologies Intel Identity Protection Technology Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) Intel AES New Instructions Secure Key Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) Intel Memory Protection Extensions (Intel MPX) Intel OS Guard Intel Trusted Execution Technology Execute Disable Bit Intel Boot Guard.

• 8 Cores / 16 Threads
• 3.60 GHz up to 5.00 GHz / 16 MB Cache
• Compatible only with Motherboards based on Intel 300 Series Chipsets
• Intel Optane Memory Supported
• Intel UHD Graphics 630

User questions & answers

Question:	These release on 10/19/2018 is the when they will ship
Answer:	i7 -7700 comes with 3.6Ghz locked chip with stock cooler which cannot be overclocked as per IntelWhere as I7-7700 K processor are unlocked chips which can be overclocked . i7-7700 K is 4.2 GHZ and does not comes with stock cooler , so the main difference is the Overclocking and the performance
Question:	Does anyone have their cpu shipped yet on
Answer:	Yes. In my case it worked in a asus maximus VIII ranger. Just needed to flash the latest BIOS and all worked fine.
Question:	is october 19th the estimated shipping date for all pre-orders
Answer:	Yes it is unlocked, and it will run on a z170 LGA 1151 motherboard, but to use all the features a z270 chipset motherboard would be needed.
Question:	Is amazon going to have in stock on release date
Answer:	Optane is Intel's name for the new flash memory that worked together with Micron to create. It will be extremely fast, at *least* 10x the speed of existing SSDs. The first devices that Intel will release will be small (not exactly sure how big) PCIe M.2 SSDs. There will be a driver for these that will work on 200 level chipset motherboards and is suppose to cache and thereby speed up existing conventional storage drives. We'll see. The 'Optane' technology will not work with the current Z170, H170, etc. chipset motherboards even though the m.2 socket is the same. Hope this helps - be glad to answer follow-up questions.

Product description

Supports 9th and 8th Intel Core processors Dual Channel Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 4 DIMMs integrated I/O shield Intel Octane Memory Ready 12+1 phases digital VRM solution with DrMOS advanced thermal design with screw mounted heatsinks ALC1220-VB enhance 114dB(Rear)/110dB(Front) SNR in microphone with WIMA audio capacitors Intel Gigabit LAN with cFosSpeed RGB FUSION with Multi-Zone LED light Show design, support addressable LED & RGB LED strips Smart Fan 5 features Multiple Temperature Sensors and Hybrid Fan Headers with FAN STOP front USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C Header dual Ultra-Fast NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2 with single thermal Guard CEC 2019 Ready. 305x244mm.

• Supports 9th and 8th Intel Core processors
• Dual Channel Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 4 DIMMs
• Intel Optane Memory Ready
• 12+1 Phases digital VRM solution with DrMOS
• Advanced thermal design with screw mounted heatsinks
• Alc1220-vb enhance 114db(rear)/ 110db(front) SNR in microphone with WIMA Audio Capacitors
• Intel Gigabit LAN with cFosSpeed

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this model have built in wifi support? Or is a card needed
Answer:	It does have some basic self-driving included in the code (from the client, pick the "Ultrasonic" mode) - I have improved on that code a little bit, but frankly have not done much - you will find it in my fork of their code. Just search freenove on github and you will see the main repo and my fork. Please understand that the code is really experimental. Search youtube for freenove and you will see how this self-driving works.
Question:	Is this a nvme motherboard? the website does not say nvme anywhere, but this page does
Answer:	You should be able to copy the code into the python app
Question:	What DDR4 ram is supported? (mhz
Answer:	Hi, resolution is very acceptable if you know the pi camera from before because is the same camera, but I am using a raspberry pi 3+ as a controller but I an sure if you use a raspberry 4, the video will improve in general
Question:	Are all of the orange accents on the board pictures rgb? with no power does the board have any orange
Answer:	Dear customer, Yes, the data contains all code files, UI is based on qt, If you are familiar with python and qt, you can modify the UI. Denzel Freenove Support Team

Product features

Z390 AORUS ELITE

AORUS Z390 motherboards are designed with thermals and speed in mind, ensuring users can best take advantage of Intel 9th generation processors. The AORUS and GIGABYTE Z390 series is loaded with a variety of premium feature sets and each board provides a sweet spot in performance and value. Assemble your next PC with AORUS and start with a strong foundation as each motherboard is built with Ultra Durable materials.

Enhanced VRM Design

The Z390 AORUS ELITE uses a 12*+1 phases digital CPU power design and has additional 8+4 Solid-pin CPU Power Connectors that allows enthusiasts to get the absolute maximum performance from the new 9th Gen Intel Core processors.

RGB Fusion

The onboard Digital LED's shine beautifully against the Z390 motherboard's monochrome pallet. Paint your system with bold colors with full RGB support and a redesigned RGB Fusion application, which gives the user complete control over the LEDs which surround the motherboard.

Smart Fan 5

With Smart Fan 5 users can ensure that their gaming PC can maintain its performance while staying cool. Smart Fan 5 allows users to interchange their fan headers to reflect different thermal sensors at different locations on the motherboard and gives users up-to-the-second details on flow rate and temperatures.

M.2 Thermal Guard

With durability in mind, GIGABYTE provides a thermal solution for M.2 SSD devices. The M.2 Thermal Guard prevents throttling and bottlenecks from high speed M.2 SSDs as it helps to dissipate heat before it becomes an issue.

Front USB Type-C

Equipped with next generation connectivity, AORUS motherboards already support the chassis of the future. The onboard USB Type-C header for USB 3.1 Gen1 makes access convenient when connecting a USB 3.1 Gen1 drive or charging your new mobile device.

AORUS 360 Armor

AORUS motherboards are layered with Ultra Durable protection, such as an Integrated I/O shield, memory armor and PCIe armor, to give users a strong foundation to build their gaming systems.

Product description

Intel BX80684I99900KF Intel Core i9-9900KF Desktop Processor 8 Cores up to 5. 0 GHz Turbo Unlocked Without Processor Graphics LGA1151 300 Series 95W. Memory Types: DDR4-2666,Max Memory Bandwidth: 41.6 GB/s, Scalability: 1S Only,PCI Express Configurations: Up to 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4

• 8 Cores/ 16 Threads
• 3.60 GHz up to 5.00 GHz Max Turbo Frequency/ 16 MB Cache
• Compatible only with Motherboards based on Intel 300 Series Chipsets
• Discrete GPU – No Processor Graphics
• Intel Optane Memory Supported; Maximum temperature allowed at the processor: 100°C

User questions & answers

Question:	what is a KF?? Not even listed on itel's website
Answer:	Hi, please visit： https://osoyoo.com/2017/06/20/raspberry-pi-3-basic-tutorial/
Question:	KF and K how is it different
Answer:	Yes, this kit doesn't include a raspberry pi 3 zero w, it is for raspberry pi 3 zero. that is mean if you have raspberry pi 3 or raspberry pi zero w, you can use this kit to learning or do some projects. Hope it can help you.
Question:	Ordered 2 of these now each time I get a different chip (not even processors - but some random 'solder-able' chips). Happen to anyone else
Answer:	I kind of hate to ask this question. Do you have a raspberry pi? It is not included in this kit. I actually took a Internet of Things class at my local community college. You can also try raspberrypi.org as they have some helpful info
Question:	What is the difference between the 9900k and the this
Answer:	The tutorials are accessible on the disk supplied with the kit. The version of Raspbian you download (stretch) will come with a 3.x version of Python , and you will have to use 2to3 (Google python 2to3 for details) to make the python scripts run.

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2 Maximum processor frequency with Intel Turbo Boost 2.0.

3 DDR4 maximum speed support is 1 and 2 DPC for UDIMMs but only 1 DPC for SODIMMs. DDR4 2DPC UDIMM 2666 is capable when same UDIMM part number are populated within each channel.

4 Based upon specification comparison of 9th Gen Intel Core desktop processors.

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