ASRock
ASRock Z590M-ITX/AX Intel motherboard
Mini-ITX board for 10th and 11th Gen Intel Core CPUs with dual 2.5 GbE plus 1 GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 802.11 ax, 64 GB DDR4 3200 support and 7.1 audio
- CPU Socket TypeLGA 1200
- Supported CPU TechnologiesTurbo Boost Technology 3.0
- ChipsetIntel Z590
- Onboard Video ChipsetSupported only by CPU with integrated graphic
- Number of Memory Slots2x288pin (DDR4)
- Memory StandardDDR4 3200
- Supports 10th and 11th Gen Intel Core processors via LGA 1200 socket
- DDR4 memory up to 5066 MT/s overclocked on 11th Gen CPUs
- PCI Express 4.0 x16 slot for latest graphics cards
- Dual 2.5 Gbps and 1 Gbps LAN plus Wi-Fi 802.11 ax
- 1 channel Realtek ALC897 audio with SATA RAID 0/1/5/10
Compact Z590 platform for 10th
This Mini-ITX board uses the Intel Z590 chipset and LGA 1200 socket to support both 10th and 11th Generation Intel Core processors. Two DDR4 slots accept up to 64 GB of memory. A single PCI Express 4.0 x16 slot and four SATA 6Gb/s ports provide core expansion and storage connectivity.
Thermals noise and power in daily use
The board draws power through standard ATX connectors and runs typical desktop workloads within normal thermal limits for a Mini-ITX form factor. Onboard audio uses the Realtek ALC897 codec for 7.1 channel output. Dual LAN combines a Dragon RTL8125BG 2.5 Gbps controller with an Intel I219V 1 Gbps controller. Integrated Wi-Fi 802.11 ax is provided via a bundled module in the vertical Key E M.2 socket.
Memory ceiling set by processor generation
With an 11th Generation CPU the board supports DDR4 non-ECC un-buffered memory up to 5066 MT/s when overclocked. With a 10th Generation CPU the supported overclocked ceiling is 4600 MT/s. This distinction is the single specification that determines the maximum memory speed available to the builder.
Highlights
- Supports 10th and 11th Gen Intel Core processors via LGA 1200 socket
- DDR4 memory up to 5066 MT/s overclocked on 11th Gen CPUs
- PCI Express 4.0 x16 slot for latest graphics cards
- Dual 2.5 Gbps and 1 Gbps LAN plus Wi-Fi 802.11 ax
- 1 channel Realtek ALC897 audio with SATA RAID 0/1/5/10
Specifications
| Brand | ASRock |
|---|---|
| Model | Z590M-ITX/AX |
| CPU Socket Type | LGA 1200 |
| Supported CPU Technologies | Turbo Boost Technology 3.0 |
| Chipset | Intel Z590 |
| Onboard Video Chipset | Supported only by CPU with integrated graphic |
| Number of Memory Slots | 2x288pin (DDR4) |
| Memory Standard | DDR4 3200 |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 64GB |
| PCI Express 4.0 x16 | 1 x PCI Express 4.0 x16 |
| Other Slots | 1 x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E) with the bundled WiFi-802.11ax module (on the rear I/O) |
| Serial ATA (SATA) | 4 x SATA 6Gb/s |
| M.2 | 2 x M.2 |
| SATA RAID | 0/1/5/10 |
| Audio Chipset | Realtek ALC897 |
| Audio Channels | 7.1 Channels |
| LAN Chipset | Dragon RTL8125BG |
| Second LAN Chipset | Intel I219V |
| Max LAN Speed | 2.5Gbps + 1Gbps |
| Wireless LAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 ax |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Onboard USB | 3 x USB 3.2 + 2 x USB 2.0 |
| Other Connectors | 1 x RGB LED Header*1 x Addressable LED Header**1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)***1 x Chassis Fan Connector (4-pin)****1 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)*****1 x Front Panel Audio Connector* Support in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip.** Support in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip.*** The CPU Fan Connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12W) fan power.**** The Chassis Fan Connector supports the chassis fan of maximum 1A (12W) fan power.***** The Chassis/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 2A (24W) fan power.***** CHA_FAN1/WP |
| Windows 11 | Supported |
| Form Factor | Mini ITX |
| LED Lighting | RGB |
| Dimensions (W x L) | 6.7" x 6.7" |
| Power Pin | 1 x 24-pin ATX Power Connector1 x 8-pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) |
| Features | Unique Feature:ASRock USB 3.2 Gen2- ASRock Front Panel Type-C USB 3.2 Gen2 Header (10Gb/s)- ASRock USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Port (20Gb/s)- ASRock USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Port (10Gb/s)ASRock Super Alloy- Premium 60A Power Choke- 50A Dr.MOS- Nichicon 12K Black Caps (100% Japan made high quality conductive polymer capacitors)- Sapphire Black PCB- High Density Glass Fabric PCB- 8 Layer PCB2.5G LANIntel 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6EASRock Steel SlotASRock Full Coverage M.2 HeatsinkASRock Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4)ASRock Full Spike Protection (for all USB, Audio, LAN Ports)ASRock Live Update & APP ShopBIOS:- 12 |
Questions about this item
How do I install the bundled WiFi 802.11ax module into the vertical M.2 Key E slot and what step is often missed?
Insert the module at an angle into the Key E socket, press it flat, and secure it with the small screw; the step often missed is attaching the two tiny antenna cables to the module before closing the case.
What maintenance will the Realtek ALC897 7.1 audio codec or Dragon RTL8125BG 2.5Gbps LAN need over time?
No scheduled maintenance is required for the onboard audio or LAN controllers; keep the rear I/O ports dust-free and update drivers from the vendor support page when a new OS build is released.
What limit appears first when the Intel Z590 chipset runs sustained heavy I/O through the 4 SATA 6Gb/s ports and 2 M.2 slots?
The chipset's upstream PCIe 4.0 x4 link to the CPU saturates first, capping combined throughput from all SATA and M.2 devices to that bandwidth ceiling.
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