Motherboards

Z590 AORUS ELITE

Model Z590 AORUS ELITE

Intel Z590 ATX motherboard for Socket LGA1200 processors, with 4 DDR4 slots (up to 128 GB) and 2.5 GbE LAN.

Socket
LGA1200
Chipset
Intel Z590
Form factor
ATX
Memory
4 x DDR4, up to 128 GB
LAN
2.5 GbE

Overview

Highlights

  • Supports 11th and 10th Gen Intel Core Series Processors
  • Dual Channel Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 4 DIMMs
  • Direct 12+1 Phases Digital VRM Solution with 60A DrMOS
  • Full-coverage MOSFET heatsinks
  • AMP-UP Audio with ALC1220 and WIMA Audio Capacitors
  • Realtek 2.5GbE LAN with bandwidth management software

Platform

Socket
LGA1200
Chipset
Intel Z590
Form factor
ATX 30.5 x 24.4 cm
Memory
DDR4
  • 4 DIMM slots
  • Up to 128 GB
  • Up to 5400 MHz (OC)
Dual channel
Processor support
  • 11th Generation Intel Core i9 processors
  • Intel Core i7 processors
  • Intel Core i5 processors
  • 10th Generation Intel Core i9 processors
  • Intel Core i3 processors
  • Intel Pentium processors
  • Intel Celeron processors*
Expansion slots
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot, running at x16
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot, running at x4
  • 1 x PCIe x1 slot
Up to PCIe 4.0
Storage
3 x M.2
  • 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
Fastest M.2 slot: PCIe 4.0 x4
LAN
  • Realtek 2.5GbE LAN (2.5 Gbit/1 Gbit/100 Mbit)
Wireless
Not included
Display outputs
1 x DisplayPort For processors with integrated graphics
Power inputs
  • 24-pin ATX
  • 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V
  • 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V

At a glance

Platform
Intel
Socket
LGA1200
Chipset
Z590
Form factor
ATX
Memory
DDR4
Series
AORUS
Full specifications

Specifications

Platform

CPU
LGA1200 package:11th Generation Intel Core i9 processors / Intel Core i7 processors / Intel Core i5 processors10th Generation Intel Core i9 processors / Intel Core i7 processors / Intel Core i5 processors / Intel Core i3 processors/ Intel Pentium processors / Intel Celeron processors** Limited to processors with 4 MB Intel Smart Cache, Intel Celeron G5xx5 family.L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset
Intel Z590 Express Chipset
Memory
11th Generation Intel Core i9/i7/i5 processors:Support for DDR4 5400 (O.C)/ DDR4 5333(O.C.)/ DDR4 5133(O.C.)/DDR4 5000(O.C.)/4933(O.C.)/4800(O.C.)/ 4700(O.C.)/ 4600(O.C.)/ 4500(O.C.)/ 4400(O.C.)/ 4300(O.C.)/4266(O.C.) / 4133(O.C.) / 4000(O.C.) / 3866(O.C.) / 3800(O.C.) / 3733(O.C.) / 3666(O.C.) / 3600(O.C.) / 3466(O.C.) / 3400(O.C.) / 3333(O.C.) / 3300(O.C.) / 3200 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz memory modules10th Generation Intel Core i9/i7 processors:Support for DDR4 2933/2666/2400/2133 MHz memory modules10th Generation Intel Core i5/i3 /Pentium/Celeron processors:Support for DDR4 2666/2400/2133 MHz memory modules4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB (32 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memoryDual channel memory architectureSupport for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode)Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modulesSupport for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules

Graphics and audio

Onboard graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel HD Graphics support:1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60 Hz* Support for DisplayPort 1.2 version and HDCP 2.3.(Graphics specifications may vary depending on CPU support.)
Audio
Realtek ALC1220-VB codec* The back panel line out jack supports DSD audioHigh Definition Audio2/4/5.1/7.1-channelSupport for S/PDIF Out
Multi-Graphics technology
Support for AMD Quad-GPU CrossFire and 2-Way AMD CrossFire technologies

Networking

LAN
Realtek 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbit/1 Gbit/100 Mbit)

Expansion and storage

Expansion slots
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16)* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.(The PCIEX16 slot conforms to PCI Express 4.0 standard.)**Supported by 11th Generation processors only.1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)1 x PCI Express x1 slot(PCIEX4 and PCIEX1 slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)
Storage interface
CPU:1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU)**Supported by 11th Generation processors only.Chipset:1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2B_SB)1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2P_SB)6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectorsSupport for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10Intel Optane Memory Ready

Ports and connectors

USB
Chipset:1 x USB Type-C port on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support, available through the internal USB header2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel5 x USB 3.2 Gen1 ports (3 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header)Chipset+2 USB 2.0 Hub:8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers)
Internal I/O connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector1 x CPU fan header1 x water cooling CPU fan header3 x system fan headers1 x system fan/water cooling pump header2 x addressable LED strip headers2 x RGB LED strip headers6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors1 x front panel header1 x front panel audio header1 x USB Type-C header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 header2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers2 x Thunderbolt add-in card connectors1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI / GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0 module only)1 x Clear CMOS jumper1 x Q-Flash Plus button
Back panel connectors
1 x USB Type-C port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports1 x DisplayPort1 x RJ-45 port1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector5 x audio jacks
I/O controller
iTE I/O Controller Chip

Firmware and software

H/W monitoring
Voltage detectionTemperature detectionFan speed detectionWater cooling flow rate detectionFan fail warningFan speed control* Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the fan you install.
BIOS
1 x 256 Mbit flashUse of licensed AMI UEFI BIOSPnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique features
Support for APP Center@BIOSEasyTuneFast BootGame BoostON/OFF ChargeRGB FusionSmart BackupSystem Information ViewerSupport for Q-Flash PlusSupport for Q-FlashSupport for Xpress Install
Bundle software
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)Realtek 8125 Gaming LAN Bandwidth Control Utility
Operating system
Support for Windows 10 64-bit

Board

Form factor
ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's published information and may change. Confirm critical values with our sales desk before ordering.

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Platform and pairing

Processor and memory

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Graphics cards

A spread of current cards, from top tier to entry level. Each card page lists its length and recommended power supply.

Power supplies

Ratings from 400 W to 3000 W. This board's power inputs: 24-pin ATX, 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V and 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V. Size the supply to the recommended PSU of the graphics card you fit.

CPU coolers for LGA1200

Coolers whose specifications list socket LGA1200.

Cabinets for ATX boards

Cabinets whose specifications list ATX motherboard support.

Parts to plan with this motherboard

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Support

Warranty and repairs

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Practical notes

  1. Update the BIOS only from the official support page, following the brand’s instructions.
  2. Check the CPU support list for the BIOS version before buying a processor.
  3. Install chipset, LAN and audio drivers from the official support page.

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