ASUS Prime Z590-P/CSM Motherboard

The ASUS Prime Z590-P/CSM Motherboard supports Intel LGA 1200 processors, features up to 4 x DDR4 memory slots, PCI-E 4.0, PCI-E 3.0 expansion slots, 3 x M.2 slots, 4 x SATA ports (6GB/s), 6 x rear USB ports (1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 2 x USB 2.0), 9 x front panel header USB ports (1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector that supports Type-C, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 headers that support an additional 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 2 x USB 2.0 headers that support an additional 4 x USB 2.0 ports), Realtek ALC897 HD audio codec, Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet, and an ATX motherboard form factor.

ASUS Prime series motherboards are expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 10th and 11th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, Prime Z590-P/CSM provides daily users and DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features.

Note: Compatible with Intel Socket LGA1200 10th and 11th Gen.

Features

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Precise digital power control

The Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) delivers real-time control over voltage droop, automatically switching frequency and power-efficiency settings. It also allows you to fine-tune your CPU for ultimate stability and performance.

M.2 Heatsink

An M.2 heatsink takes care of the two M.2 slots, warding off throttling that can occur with M.2 storage during sustained transfers. The heatsink is held in place by captive screws and can be moved to other M.2 slot.

Robust power design

Stable power is essential to extract every last bit of performance out of 11th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. Prime Z590-P/CSM is geared to cater to the demands of these high-core count CPUs.

ProCool connector
Proprietary connector augment the motherboard's link to the PSU with 8-pin connector that pass 12 volts of power directly to the processors. 8-pin connector features solid pins that can handle more current than hollow-pin connector.

10+1 DrMOS power stages
A VRM with 10+1 DrMOS power stages delivers the power and efficiency that the latest Intel processors demand.

ASUS OptiMem II

Revisions to the motherboard's trace routing provide the latest Intel processors with unrestricted access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to reduce vias and adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk.

Benefits of ASUS OptiMem II

• Improved memory stability and compatibility
• Allows lower memory latencies at equivalent voltages
• Improved memory frequency margin

Three M.2 slots (up to 64GBs)

Prime Z590-P/CSM offers a total of three M.2 slots, with one slot supporting data-transfer speeds of up to 64 Gbps via PCI Express® 4.0, enabling quicker boot-up and app load times with OS or application drives.

PCIe 4.0 slot

ASUS Z590 motherboards are designed specifically for 11th Generation Intel® Core™ CPUs and offer PCIe® 4.0 connectivity for the latest GPUs. The wide bandwidth and superfast transmission speeds allow you to create feature-rich builds that can handle high loads effortlessly.

USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C

Numerous USB ports support high-end rigs loaded with peripherals, including one rear USB Type-C® connector with fast USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 for transmission speeds of up to 20 Gbps.

Thunderbolt 4 header support

Prime Z590-P/CSM features Thunderbolt™ 4 support via an on-board header. With the latest Intel-certified ASUS TunderboltEX 4 add-on card, it can enable bi-directional speeds of up to 40 Gbps on a single cable. Additionally, this card has a daisy-chain function for multi-screen connection and supports up to an 8K resolution display. It can also provide up to 100 watts of power to fast-charge devices.

Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet

Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet reduces CPU overhead and offers exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput for faster, smoother data transfer.

Outstanding audio

Intelligent design and premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything you've ever experienced.

Audio shielding
Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing multi-lateral interference.

Separate layer for left and right tracks
Ensures minimal crosstalk between audio paths.

Premium Japanese capacitors
Premium parts provide an immersive sound signature, with exceptional fidelity.

Aura Sync

A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for the strips connected to the onboard RGB headers — and it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware.

Addressable Gen 2 RGB header

Two addressable Gen 2 RGB headers are capable of detecting the number of LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new headers also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.