ASUS Prime series motherboards are expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 10th and 11th Generation Intel Core processors. Boasting a robust power design comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options Prime Z590-P provides daily users and DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features.N/AN/ATune It Your WayN/AComprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS Prime series. The Prime Z590 motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system enabling performance tweaks to perfectly match the way you work to maximize productivity.N/AN/AUEFI BIOSN/AThe renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure tweak and tune your system. It offers intelligently simplified options for PC DIY beginners as well as comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.N/AN/AAdvanced Tuning for Serious TweakersN/AAn intuitive Advanced mode offered via the UEFI lets you take complete control. A built-in search feature makes it easy to find options and various advanced functions let you intelligently make nuanced adjustments so you can dial in performance just the way you want.N/AN/ASearch FunctionN/AQuickly and easily find the option or setting you need.N/AN/AASUS User ProfileN/APort configuration settings between different BIOS versions or share them with friends.N/AN/AQuick and Simple SetupN/AEZ mode displays vital settings and stats and also offers guided wizards drag-and-drop functionality and one-click application of important settings all to help you get your rig up and running in no time.N/AN/AIntuitive Graphical Fan ControlN/AFine-tune individual fan settings simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.N/AN/AEZ XMPN/AImprove DRAM performance with one click.N/AN/AAura On/Off Mode (Stealth)N/AEasily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LED for a subdued aesthetic touch.N/AN/ACool to the CoreN/APrime Z590 series is engineered with multiple onboard heatsinks and an array of hybrid fan headers to ensure your rig stays cool and stable under intense workloads.N/AN/AM.2 HeatsinkN/AAn M.2 heatsink takes care of the two M.2 slots warding off throttling that can occur with M.2 storage during sustained transfers. The heatsink is held in place by captive screws and can be moved to other M.2 slot.N/AN/AVRM Heatsinks and Thermal PadsN/ATwo massive VRM heatsinks and thermal pads improve heat transfer from the MOSFETs and chokes for better cooling performance.N/AN/ACooler by DesignN/APrime Z590 series features comprehensive cooling controls that are configurable via Fan Xpert 4 software or via the UEFI BIOS.N/AN/AMultiple Temperature SourcesN/AEach header can dynamically reference three thermal sensors. Fan Xpert 4 allows you to map the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards to optimize cooling for GPU- and CPU-intensive tasks.N/AN/AAIO Pump HeaderN/AA dedicated PWM/DC header for self-contained water-cooling setups.N/AN/ASmart ProtectionN/AA dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from overheating and overcurrent.N/AN/A4-Pin PWM/DC FanN/AEach onboard header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.N/AN/ABuild on a Solid FoundationN/APrime Z590 series is built to handle the additional cores and increased bandwidth of 11th Generation Intel Core processors. ASUS Z590 motherboards provide all the fundamentals to boost daily productivity so your system will be ready for action with stable power intuitive cooling and flexible transfer options.N/AN/ARobust Power DesignN/AStable power is essential to extract every last bit of performance out of 11th Generation Intel Core processors. Prime Z590-P is geared to cater to the demands of these high-core count CPUs.N/AN/AProCool ConnectorN/AProprietary connector augment the motherboard’s link to the PSU with 8-pin connector that pass 12 volts of power directly to the processors. 8-pin connector features solid pins that can handle more current than hollow-pin connector.N/AN/A10+1 DrMOS Power StagesN/AA VRM with 10+1 DrMOS power stages delivers the power and efficiency that the latest Intel processors demand.N/AN/AASUS OptiMem IIN/ARevisions to the motherboards trace routing provide the latest Intel processors with unrestricted access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to reduce vias and adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk.N/AN/ABenefits of ASUS OptiMem II:N/A- Improved memory stability and compatibilityN/A- Allows lower memory latencies at equivalent voltagesN/A- Improved memory frequency marginN/AN/AThree M.2 slots (up to 64 Gbps)N/APrime Z590-P offers a total of three M.2 slots with one slot supporting data-transfer speeds of up to 64 Gbps via PCI Express 4.0 enabling quicker boot-up and app load times with OS or application drives.N/AN/APCIe 4.0 SlotN/AASUS Z590 motherboards are designed specifically for 11th Generation Intel Core CPUs and offer PCIe 4.0 connectivity for the latest GPUs. The wide bandwidth and superfast transmission speeds allow you to create feature-rich builds that can handle high loads effortlessly.N/AN/AUSB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-CN/ANumerous USB ports support high-end rigs loaded with peripherals including one rear USB Type-C connector with fast USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 for transmission speeds of up to 20 Gbps.N/AN/AThunderbolt 4 header SupportN/APrime Z590-P features Thunderbolt 4 support via an on-board header. With the latest Intel-certified ASUS TunderboltEX 4 add-on card it can enable bi-directional speeds of up to 40 Gbps on a single cable. Additionally this card has a daisy-chain function for multi-screen connection and supports up to an 8K resolution display. It can also provide up to 100 watts of power to fast-charge devices.N/AN/ARealtek 2.5 Gb EthernetN/ARealtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet reduces CPU overhead and offers exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput for faster smoother data transfer.N/AN/ASmall Details Make a Big DifferenceN/APrime Z590 series adds the nuanced details that improve every experience from exclusive codecs that provide pristine audio quality to intuitive RGB lighting controls that let you customize your system to create a uniquely personal look.N/AN/AOutstanding AudioN/ACombined onboard features deliver elevated audioN/AIntelligent design and premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything youve ever experienced.N/AN/AAudio ShieldingN/ASeparates analog/digital signal domains significantly reducing multi-lateral interference.N/AN/ASeparate Layer for Left and Right TracksN/AEnsures minimal crosstalk between audio paths.N/AN/APremium Japanese CapacitorsN/APremium parts provide an immersive sound signature with exceptional fidelity.N/AN/AAura SyncN/AOutshine the CompetitionN/AA well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for the strips connected to the onboard RGB headers and it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware.N/AN/AAddressable Gen 2 RGB HeaderN/ATwo addressable Gen 2 RGB headers are capable of detecting the number of LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices allowing the software to automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new headers also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.N/AN/AArmoury CrateN/AArmoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported products. From a single intuitive interface Armoury Crate allows you to easily customize RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal. The software also provides control of settings for an ever-growing number of ASUS products including keyboard and mouse preferences. Armoury Crate even features dedicated product registration and news to help you stay in touch with the ASUS community.
