o LGA1151 socket: Ready for 9th/8th Generation Intel(R) Core(TM) desktop processors.
o Double-capacity DIMM: Optimized memory trace layout for dual 32GB DIMM support.
o Perfected cooling: Dedicated water-cooling zones, M.2 heatsink and flexible fan controls.
o ROG DIMM.2: Vertically-installed dual-M.2 expansion card with heatsink for maximum cooling and performance.
o Overclocker's toolkit: Hardware-level controls to aid with subzero overclocking.
o 5-Way Optimization: Automated system-wide tuning, providing AI overclocking and cooling profiles tailor-made for your rig.
o Gaming connectivity: Intel Gigabit Ethernet, four M.2, USB 3.1 Gen 2, and CNVi 2x2 802.11ac Intel integrated Wi-Fi with MU-MIMO support for lightning-fast data transfers.
o Gaming audio: High-fidelity sonics that draw you deeper into the action, with SupremeFX and Sonic Studio III.
o Synchronized RGB lighting technology: Works with a vast portfolio of Aura Sync-capable PC gear and includes support for Philips Hue.
o Gaming durability: ASUS SafeSlot, patented pre-mounted I/O shield and premium components for maximum durability
Unleash your inner power
The long wait for the ultimate small form factor motherboard is over. With Maximus XI Gene, We completely rethought our approach to mATX and created a board with support for extreme overclocking, double-capacity DIMMs and next-generation storage that delivers revolutionary performance rivaling high-end ATX systems. Maximus XI Gene is crafted to be a natural fit for showcase PC builds for gaming and style-conscious enthusiasts -- where pure adrenaline meets pure style through the best performance.
CPU
Build in Intel 9th / 8th Gen Intel CoreTM, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
Chipset
Build in Intel Z390
Memory
Socket 1151 for 9th / 8th Gen Intel CoreTM, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors
2 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 4800(O.C.)/4700(O.C)/4600(O.C)/4500(O.C)/4400(O.C)/4266(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3400(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3300(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2933(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666/2400(O.C.)/2133(O.C.) MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
Double Capcity DRAM support depends on the DRAM models
Graphic
Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel UHD Graphics support
- Supports HDMI 1.4b with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 at 30 Hz
Expansion Slots
Socket 1151 for 9th / 8th Gen Intel CoreTM, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors
1 x PCIe 3.0 x16
Intel Z390 Chipset
1 x PCIe 3.0 x4
Storage
Socket 1151 for 9th / 8th Gen Intel CoreTM, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors :
2 x ROG DIMM.2 Module support(CPU_DIMM.2), with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
Intel Z390 Chipset :
2 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (x4 PCIE mode)
Intel Z390 Chipset :
4 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s),
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
Intel OptaneTM Memory Ready
LAN
Intel I219V, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)
Anti-surge LANGuard
ROG GameFirst Technology
Wireless Data Network
Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Supports dual band frequency 2.4/5 GHz
Supports MU-MIMO
Supports channel bandwidth: HT20/HT40/HT80/HT160. Up to 1.73Gbps transfer speed
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.0
Audio
ROG SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A
- 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 113 dB SNR recording input
Audio Feature :
- SupremeFX ShieldingTM Technology
- Gold-plated jacks
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
- Sonic Radar III
- Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Link
USB Ports
Intel Z390 Chipset :
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector port(s)
Intel Z390 Chipset :
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port(s) (3 x Type-A+1 x Type-C)
Intel Z390 Chipset :
8 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) (2 at mid-board)
Intel Z390 Chipset :
6 x USB 2.0 port(s)
ROG Exclusive Features
ROG CPU-Z
ROG CloneDrive
Pre-mounted I/O Shield
Slow Mode
CMOS button
Overwolf
ReTry Button
Safe Boot Button
Start Button
Reset Button
LN2 Mode
ROG Aura
- Aura Lighting Control
- Aura RGB Strip Headers
Extreme Engine Digi+ :
- MicroFine Alloy Chokes
- 10K Black Metallic Capacitors
Mem TweakIt
Double Power :
- Dual 8 -pin CPU
USB BIOS Flashback
ROG Exclusive Software
- RAMCache III
- GameFirst V
- Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Link
- Sonic Radar III
Special Features
AI Overclocking
ASUS 5X Protection III :
- ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static-electricity discharges
Gamers Guardian:
- SafeSlot
ASUS Optimem II
- Optimem (Improved DDR4 stability)
- Improved DDR4 Stability
ASUS Exclusive Features :
- MemOK II
- Pre-mounted I/O Shield
- ASUS NODE : hardware control interface
- BIOS Flashback Button
- Clear CMOS Button
- Reset Button
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
- ASUS Fan Xpert 4
ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-Code
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, VGA, Boot Device LED)
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-Connector
AURA: RGB Lighting Control
Armoury Crate
Operating System Support
Windows 10 64-bit
Back I/O Ports
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s)
1 x HDMI
1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 (red)Type-A,
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 (red)Type-C
6 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (blue)
2 x USB 2.0
1 x Clear CMOS button(s)
1 x Wi-Fi antenna port(s)
BIOS
1 x 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut functions and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information.
Manageability
WfM2.0, DMI3.0, WOL by PME, PXE
Support Disc
Overwolf
1-year Anti-Virus software
Daemon Tools Software
WinRAR
Form Factor
mATX Form Factor
9.6 inch x 8.9 inch ( 24.4 cm x 22.6 cm )
Item Dimension (L"xW"xH")
15 x 12 x 3
Weight
6.23 LB
Warranty Information
3 years