ASUS TUF Gaming Z490-PLUS LGA 1200 ATX Intel Z490 Motherboard

Technical Specification

CPU

Build in Intel Socket 1200 for 10th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
Supports Intel 14 nm CPU
Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0

Chipset
Build in Intel Z490

Memory
4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 4600(O.C)/4500(O.C)/4400(O.C)/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.)/3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2933(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
OptiMem II

Graphic
Integrated Graphics Processor
1 x DisplayPort 1.4
1 x HDMI 1.4b

Multi-GPU Support
Supports AMD 2-Way CrossFireX Technology

Expansion Slots
Intel 10th Gen Processors
1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 mode)
Intel Z490 Chipset
1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 mode)
3 x PCIe x1

Storage
Total supports 2 x M.2 slots and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Intel Z490 Chipset :
1 x M.21 socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
1 x M.22 socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s)
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports
Intel Optane Memory Ready

LAN
Intel I219-V 1Gb Ethernet
TUF LANGuard

Audio
Realtek ALC S1200A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking, up to 24-Bit/192kHz playback
Audio Feature :
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
- Audio cover
- Audio Shielding
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
- Premium Japanese audio capacitors

USB Ports
Rear USB Port ( Total 6 )
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s)(1 + Type-A +1 + USB Type-C®)
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)(4 x Type-A)
Front USB Port ( Total 6 )
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 front panel connector port(s)(1 x USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)(2 x Type-A)
1 x USB 2.0 port(s)(2 x Type-A)
1 x USB 2.0 port(s)(1 x Type-A)

Software Features
ASUS Exclusive Software
Armoury Crate
- Aura Sync
AI Suite 3:
- Performance And Power Saving Utility
Turbo V Evo
EPU
Digi+ VRM
Fan Xpert 4
System information
- EZ update
AI Charger
ASUS Turbo LAN
DTS Custom for GAMING Headsets
WinRAR
UEFI BIOS
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
ASUS Special Features
ASUS TUF PROTECTION
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with Dr. MOS)
- ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection
- ASUS ESD Guards
- TUF LANGuard
- ASUS Overvoltage Protection
- ASUS SafeSlot
- ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O
ASUS Q-Design
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])
- ASUS Q-Slot
ASUS Thermal Solution
- Stylish heatsink
ASUS EZ DIY
- Procool
AURA Sync
- Standard RGB headers
- Addressable Gen 2 RGB header

Back I/O Ports
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s)
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI
1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (1 x Type-A+1 x USB Type-C®)
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (blue) Type-A
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
5 x Audio jack(s)

Internal I/O Ports
1 x CPU Fan connector(s)
1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s)
3 x Chassis Fan connector(s)
1 x AIO_PUMP connector
2 x Aura RGB Strip Headers
1 x Addressable Gen 2 header(s)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 connector support additional 1 USB ports(20-pin, Type-C)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1(up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)
1 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 1 USB 2.0 port(s)
2 x M.2 Socket 3
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
1 x Thunderbolt header(s)
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
1 x System panel(s) (Chassis intrusion header is inbuilt)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
1 x COM port header
1 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 2.0 port(s)

Package Content
User's manual
1 x ASUS Fan Holder
I/O Shield
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x M.2 Screw Package
1 x Supporting DVD
1 x TUF GAMING Sticker
1 x TUF Certification card(s)

BIOS
192 (128+64) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS

Overview

ASUS TUF Gaming Z490-PLUS ATX Motherboard
Z490 | Socket 1200 10th Gen | 4 x DDR4 | 6 x SATA | 3x PCIeX | ATX

• Intel LGA 1200 socket: Ready for 10th Gen Intel Core processors

• Enhanced power solution: 12+2 DrMOS power stages, 6-layer PCB, ProCool sockets, military-grade TUF components, and Digi+ VRM for maximum durability

• Comprehensive cooling: VRM heatsink, PCH fanless heatsink, M.2 heatsink, hybrid fan headers and
Fan Xpert 4 utility

• Next-gen connectivity: Front header for USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and Thunderbolt 3 support

• Made for online gaming: Intel Ethernet Connection I219-V, TUF LANGuard and TurboLAN technology

• Realtek S1200A codec: Pristine audio quality with unprecedented 108 dB signal-to-noise ratio for stereo line out and 103 dB SNR for line in

• Aura Sync RGB: Synchronize LED effects across a vast portfolio of compatible PC gear, including addressable RGB strips

TUF Gaming Z490-Plus distils essential elements of the latest Intel® platform and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive set of cooling options, this motherboard delivers rock-solid performance with unwavering gaming stability.

When you build with a TUF Gaming motherboard, you also benefit from the TUF Gaming Alliance — an ASUS collaboration with trusted industry partners that ensures easier building, best compatibility, and complementary aesthetics from components to case.

ROCK-SOLID PERFORMANCE

With upgraded power delivery and comprehensive cooling options to fuel the latest Intel CPUs, plus support for faster memory and storage, TUF Gaming Z490-Plus is the perfect foundation for your next high-core-count battle rig.

EASY PC DIY

TUF Gaming motherboards are designed to be easy to set up and configure just the way you want —even for first-time builders. The TUF Gaming Alliance ecosystem makes selecting compatible parts easy, while Armoury Crate software offers full control of system settings via a single dashboard. TUF Gaming motherboards give you everything you need to build your dream gaming rig without adding complexity.

IMMERSIVE GAMING

TUF Gaming Z490-Plus provides a complete, high-performance gaming package with a long list of features to improve your experience, including ultrafast networking for smoother online gameplay, pristine audio with positional cues for FPS gaming, and onboard RGB lighting that syncs with attached accessories to help you create a personalized

What's in the box
User's manual
1 x ASUS Fan Holder
I/O Shield
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x M.2 Screw Package
1 x Supporting DVD
1 x TUF GAMING Sticker
1 x TUF Certification card(s)