Designed for 9th and 8th generation Intel(R) Core(TM) processors to maximize connectivity and speed with M.2, USB 3.1 Gen2 and ASUS OptiMem II for better DRAM overclocking stability
?5X Protection III Hardware-level safeguards with SafeSlot Core, LANGuard and Overvoltage Protection provide component longevity and reliability
?FanXpert 4 with AIO Pump Header delivers advanced fan control for dynamic system cooling
?Patent-pending SafeSlot Core fortified PCIe slots prevent damage caused by heavyweight GPUs
?8-channel HD Gaming Audio featuring Realtek ALC887 high definition audio codec

PRIME
Dressed in professional attire, the Prime Z390 series caters to daily users and content creators with well-rounded specs and features. Combining the benefits of the latest processors with essential ASUS design and engineering, Prime Z390 provides a wealth of options for performance tuning via intuitive software and firmware features.
Tune it your way
Prime Z390 simplifies CPU overclocking with software and extensive tweaking options that give beginners and seasoned overclockers alike the tools to build well-tuned machines. A new memory trace layout provides stability and compatibility for both traditional DIMMs and RGB-infused memory, letting you pair a broad choice of DRAM kits with your build.
Cool and Reliable
Prime Z390-P is designed for builders who want essential ASUS reliability and performance. More CPU cores create power-delivery challenges, so Prime Z390-P has extra power phases and comprehensive cooling features for optimal performance.
Cooler by design
Prime Z390-P features the most comprehensive cooling controls ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS.
- Multiple temperature sources
- AIO pump
- 4-pin PWM/DC fan
- Smart protection
ASUS Lighting Control
Brighten up your build

CPU
Intel Socket 1151 9th / 8th Gen Intel Core^TM, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
Supports Intel 14 nm CPU
Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 3.0
(NOTE: Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list)
(NOTE: The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 3.0 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.)/3333(O.C.)/
3300(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
(NOTE: Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).)
(NOTE: The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor.)

Graphic
Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel UHD Graphics support
Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DisplayPort ports
- Supports HDMI with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 at 30 Hz
- Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution 4096 x 2304 at 60 Hz
Supports Intel InTru^TM 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider^TM
DP 1.2 Multi-Stream Transport compliant, supports DP 1.2 monitor daisy chain up to 3 displays

Multi-GPU Support
Supports AMD CrossFireX^TM Technology

Expansion Slots
1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 or x8+x4+x4)
1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (max at x4 mode)
4 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1
1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 Wi-Fi/BT and Intel CNVi (Integrated Wi-Fi/BT) module^NOTE
(NOTE: For 3 SSD on CPU support, install a Hyper M.2 X16 card (sold separately) into the PCIeX16_1 slot, enable this card under BIOS settings.)
(NOTE: The Wi-Fi/BT module is purchased separately)

Storage
Intel Z390 Chipset :
1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA and PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)^Note1
1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA and PCIE 3.0 x 2 mode)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s)
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports
Intel Optane^TM Memory Ready
Intel CPU with Intel Rapid Storage Technology support (RAID 0 and RAID 1)
PCIEX16_1 slot supports up to 3 Intel PCIe NVME SSDs via a Hyper M.2 X16 series Card

LAN
Realtek RTL8111H, support LANGuard

Audio
Realtek ALC887 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
- Supports : Jack-detection, Front Panel Jack-retasking
Audio Feature :
- LED-illuminated design - Brighten up your build with the gorgeous illuminated audio trace path.
- Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and greatly reduced multi-lateral interference
- Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals
- Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity
(NOTE: Choose the chassis with HD audio module in front panel to support 8-channel audio output.)

USB Ports
Intel Z390 Chipset :
- 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port(s) (2 at back panel, , Type-A)
Intel Z390 Chipset :
- 8 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) (4 at back panel, , Type-A, 4 at mid-board)
Intel Z390 Chipset :
- 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 port(s)

Special Features
Fan Xpert4
- Advanced fan and liquid controls for ultimate cooling and quietness
ASUS 5X Protection III :
- ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage
- ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static-electricity discharges
- ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design
- ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM: 9 Phase digital power design
ASUS Optimem II:
- Optimem (Improved DDR4 stability)
ASUS EPU :
- EPU
ASUS Exclusive Features :
- AI Suite 3
- Ai Charger
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
- Stylish Fanless Design Heat-sink solution and MOS Heatsink
- ASUS Fan Xpert 4
ASUS EZ DIY :
- ASUS O.C. Tuner
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
Overclocking Protection :
- ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)
M.2 Onboard(The latest transfer technologies with up to 32Gb/s data transfer speeds)
MemOK II
- Enhance memory compatibility. More smart and convenient. Keep high performance. (Shorten the PC starting time)
Q-Installer
- Auto download driver and software. Friendly for first PC builder.

Back I/O Ports
1 x PS/2 keyboard (purple)
1 x PS/2 mouse (green)
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI
1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A,
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A,
3 x 8-channel Audio I/O

Internal I/O Ports
1 x Lighting Control RGB Strip Header(s)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1(up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s)
1 x USB 2.0 1-port connector(s) support(s) additional 1 USB 2.0 port(s)
1 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 2.0 port(s)
1 x M.2 Socket 1 with E key, type 2230 Wi-Fi/BT device support or Intel CNVi (Integrated Wi-Fi/BT) module
1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA and PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA and PCIE 3.0 X2 mode)
1 x COM port(s) connector(s)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
1 x CPU Fan connector(s)
2 x Chassis Fan connector(s)
1 x AIO_PUMP connector
1 x S/PDIF out header(s)
1 x 8-pin EATX 12 V Power connector
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
1 x MemOK II switch(es)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
1 x System panel connector

Accessories
Users manual
I/O Shield
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
2 x M.2 Screw Package
1 x SCD

BIOS
128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F9 Search, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information

Support Disc
Drivers
ASUS Utilities
ASUS EZ Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)

Operating System
Windows 10 64-bit

Form Factor
ATX Form Factor
12.0 inch x 9.2 inch ( 30.5 cm x 23.4 cm )

Management Solution
WOL by PME, PXE

Note
Note1.When a device in SATA mode is installed on the M.2_1 socket, SATA_2 port cannot be used.