# ASUS Prime Z390-A Motherboard LGA1151 (Intel 8th And 9th Gen) ATX DDR4 DP HDMI M.2 USB 3.1 Gen2 Gigabit LAN

- Category: Motherboard
- Brand: ASUS
- Model: Prime Z390-A
- Part number: Prime Z390-A
- Price (US): $199.99
- Price last checked: 2026-08-07
- Rating: 4.7/5 from 4270 Amazon reviews
- Warranty: 3 years
- Product page: https://buildmypc.net/component-details/motherboard/asus-prime-z390-a/

## Specifications

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | ASUS |
| Model | Prime Z390-A |
| Socket Type | LGA 1151 |
| Chipset | Intel Z390 |
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Memory Type | 4 x DDR4 |
| Max Memory Support | 64 GB |

## Key Features

- Designed for 9th and 8th generation Intel Core processors to maximize connectivity and speed with M. 2, USB 3. 1 Gen2 and ASUS Optimum II for better DRAM overclocking stability
- Revamped 5-Way Optimization that has the intelligence to overclock a CPU based on smart prediction and thermal telemetry. OptiMem II: Careful routing of traces and vias, plus ground layer optimizations to preserve signal integrity for improved memory overclocking
- 5X Protection III Hardware-level safeguards with Safe Slot Core, LAN Guard, Over voltage Protection provide longevity, reliability. FanXpert 4 delivers advanced fan control for dynamic system cooling
- Patent-pending Safe Slot Core fortified PCIe slots prevent damage caused by heavyweight GPUs
- 8-channel HD Gaming Audio featuring Realtek ALC887 high definition audio codec

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