We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in
ATX motherboard with black PCB and red accents, metal VRM heatsinks, two M.2 shields, rear I/O shield attached

ASUS

ASUS ROG STRIX Z490-H GAMING Intel motherboard

SKU CH-XTCG-XQD9Y

ATX board for 10th and 11th Gen Intel Core CPUs with 12+2 power stages, dual M.2, 2.5Gb Ethernet and DDR4 up to 4600

  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1200
  • CPU TypeCore i9 / i7 / i5 / i3 (11th / 10th Gen, LGA1200)
  • Supported CPU TechnologiesTurbo Boost Technology 3.0
  • ChipsetIntel Z490
  • Onboard Video ChipsetSupported only by CPU with integrated graphic
  • Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR4)
  • 12+2 Dr. MOS power stages with ProCool II connector deliver stable CPU power
  • Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet with LANGuard provides low-latency wired networking
  • Dual M.2 slots plus SATA 6Gb/s give flexible high-speed storage options
  • SupremeFX S1220A codec with DTS Sound Unbound produces high-fidelity gaming audio
  • Aura Sync RGB lighting with addressable headers enables full system colour personalisation

Socket & audience

This ATX board uses the LGA 1200 socket for 10th and 11th generation Intel Core i9, i7, i5 and i3 processors. It targets builders who want a Z490 chipset with robust power delivery and dual-channel DDR4 support up to 128 GB. The 12+2 Dr. MOS power stages and ProCool II connector are designed for sustained high loads. AURA Sync RGB headers allow lighting coordination with other components.

Installation notes

The board follows standard ATX mounting and uses a 24-pin plus 8-pin ProCool II power arrangement that seats firmly. Memory slots accept 288-pin DDR4 modules; populate the primary pair first for dual-channel operation. The two M.2 slots sit under a shared heatsink that must be removed before drive installation. The Key E M.2 slot is for a CNVI Wi-Fi module sold separately, so plan connectivity before closing the case.

Deciding specification

The chipset is Intel Z490 with six SATA 6Gb/s ports and dual M.2 sockets for storage expansion. On-board Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet handles wired networking without an add-in card. Video output relies on HDMI 1.4 and DisplayPort 1.4 driven by the processor integrated graphics. SupremeFX S1220A audio with DTS Sound Unbound and Sonic Studio III completes the feature set.

Highlights

  • 12+2 Dr. MOS power stages with ProCool II connector deliver stable CPU power
  • Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet with LANGuard provides low-latency wired networking
  • Dual M.2 slots plus SATA 6Gb/s give flexible high-speed storage options
  • SupremeFX S1220A codec with DTS Sound Unbound produces high-fidelity gaming audio
  • Aura Sync RGB lighting with addressable headers enables full system colour personalisation

Specifications

BrandASUS
SeriesROG
ModelSTRIX Z490-H GAMING
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1200
CPU TypeCore i9 / i7 / i5 / i3 (11th / 10th Gen, LGA1200)
Supported CPU TechnologiesTurbo Boost Technology 3.0
ChipsetIntel Z490
Onboard Video ChipsetSupported only by CPU with integrated graphic
Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR4)
Memory StandardDDR4 2666
Maximum Memory Supported128GB
Channel SupportedDual Channel
PCI Express 3.0 x163 x PCI Express 3.0 x16
PCI Express x41 x PCI Express x4
PCI Express x11 x PCI Express x1
Other SlotsM.2 slot only (Key E) (Support CNVI & PCIe interface)** Wi-Fi module is sold separately.
Serial ATA (SATA)6 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.22 x M.2
Intel Optane ReadyYes
SATA RAID0/1/5/10
Audio ChipsetROG SupremeFX Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A
Audio Channels8 Channels
LAN ChipsetIntel I225-V
Max LAN Speed2.5Gbps
Onboard USB4 x USB 3.2 + 4 x USB 2.0
Other Connectors1 x M.2_FAN connector1 x CPU Fan connector(s)1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s)2 x Chassis Fan connector(s)1 x AIO_PUMP connector1 x Addressable RGB header1 x AAFP connector2 x Aura RGB Strip Headers1 x Thunderbolt header(s)1 x System panel(s) (Chassis intrusion header is inbuilt)1 x Thermal sensor connector(s)1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)1 x CPU_OV jumper1 x VRM_HS_FAN Header
Form FactorATX
LED LightingRGB
Dimensions (W x L)12.0" x 9.6"
Power Pin24 Pin
FeaturesMulti-GPU Support:Supports AMD 2-Way CrossFireX Technology Software Features:ROG Exclusive Software- RAMCache III- ROG CPU-Z- GameFirst VI- Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer- Sonic Radar III- DTS Sound Unbound- Overwolf- Anti-virus softwareASUS Exclusive SoftwareArmoury Crate- Aura Creator- Aura SyncAI Suite 3-5-way Optimization with AI Overclocking.TPUEPUDigi+ VRMFan Xpert 4Turbo app-EZ updateWinRARUEFI BIOSAI Overclocking GuideASUS EZ DIY- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3- ASUS EZ Flash 3- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ ModeFlexKeyASUS Special Features:ASUS Q-Design- ASUS Q-DIMM- ASUS Q-LED (C
Package ContentsAccessories:User's manual1 x ASUS Fan Holder4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)1 x Supporting DVD1 x ROG Strix stickers1 x Cable ties pack(s)1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips (80cm)1 x Extension cable for Addressable LED1 x Thermistor cable(s)1 x ROG Thank you card1 x 2-in-1 Rubber pad1 M.2 SSD screw package(s)1 M.2 Key E screw package(s)1 ROG key chain

Questions about this item

How do I confirm the 12+2 Dr. MOS power stages are delivering stable voltage after assembly?

Enter the BIOS and check the hardware monitor for CPU Vcore readings under load; the Fan Xpert 4 utility in Windows also shows real-time VRM temperatures and fan speeds to verify the thermal design is working.

Which components are included and what must I purchase separately for a complete build?

The board ships with the ATX motherboard, I/O shield, SATA cables, M.2 screws, RGB extension cables and documentation; a Wi-Fi module for the Key E M.2 slot, DDR4 memory, CPU, cooler, storage drives and PSU are not included.

Should I choose DDR4 2666 or DDR4 4600 modules for this Z490 board?

The official memory standard is DDR4 2666; DDR4 4600 is an overclocked speed that requires XMP-enabled modules and manual tuning in BIOS, so pick 2666 for guaranteed plug-and-play stability or 4600 if you plan to overclock.

Also in this aisle

People compared these

Same shelf, same checkout — eight coins and a 30-minute rate lock.