Gigabyte Z590 Aorus Xtreme Waterforce Motherboard

The Gigabyte Z590 Aorus Xtreme Waterforce 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, 6 x SATA ports (6GB/s), 10 x rear USB ports (2 x Thunderbolt 4 connectors - USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support, 8 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports), 3 x front panel header USB ports (1 x USB Type-C header with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header, and 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 header), Realtek ALC1220-VB HD audio codec + ESS ES9018K2M DAC + TI OPA1622 amplifier, Aquantia 10GbE LAN, Intel 2.5 GbE LAN, Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, E-ATX motherboard form factor, and an integrated Waterforce monoblock system.

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

Features

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Showcasing a state-of-the-art design, excellent functionality, an impressive thermal design, next generation connectivity, a Hi-Fi level audio system, and AORUS aesthetics, the flagship Z590 AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE motherboard dominates the competition

20+1 Phases true power design

• Pure Digital PWM Architecture
• 100A DrMOS for Each Phase
• High Current Capacity Driver-MOSFET
• Tantalum Polymer Capacitors Array
• 8+8 Solid Pin CPU Power Connector
• Low Temperature
• Improved Transient

Xtreme memory

AORUS is offering a tested and proven platform that ensures proper compatibility with profiles up to 5100MHz and beyond. All users need to do to attain this performance boost is to ensure that their memory module is XMP capable and that the XMP function is activated and enabled on their AORUS motherboard.

PCIe 4.0 design

3rd generation all in one monoblock

• All-In-One Monoblock covers CPU, VRM, 10G LAN, M.2 SSD and PCH
• Real time monitoring temperature and frequency (To show correct temperature(CPU, Water, VRM) and frequency(CPU,DDR) information, please install App center and SIV.)
• Reengineered to improve contact reduce thermal resistance
• High density copper fins for extreme heat dissipation
• All built with Leak detection that automatically shutdown PC
• Universal G1/4 threads with 16mm gap
• Addressable LED light effect
• Applied with high thermal conductivity pad
• Type C connector for easier installation

Next generation Intel Thunderbolt 4

Dual Thunderbolt™ 4 – The fastest 40Gb/s single-wire connection
Powered by Intel's own Thunderbolt controller the new Thunderbolt™ 4 protocol, which is available over two USB Type-C® connectors on the back I/O of the GIGABYTE Z590 AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE, brings an unprecedented single-wire bandwidth of up to 40 Gb/s -- twice more than USB3.2 Gen2x2! This incredible increase in bandwidth is also accompanied with support for different protocols such as DisplayPort 1.4a and compliant with USB4 standard, which is backwards compatible with USB 3.2 Gen1 and USB 2.0, opening up a world of new possibilities.

Daisy-chain multiple devices
Support for DisplayPort 1.4 makes Thunderbolt™ 4 a must have for any enthusiast. The Z590 AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE is able to support two displays in 4K resolution at 60 FPS or one display in 8K resolution. In addition, Thunderbolt™ 4 over USB Type-C® has revolutionary industry-first features such as Power Delivery 2.0, USB4 specification compliance, and the ability to daisy-chain up to 10 devices thanks to the Z590 AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE's dual USB Type-C® ports.

Aquantia 10GbE Base-T networking

The AQUANTIA ® AQC107 is a high-performance, backward compatible with 10GBASE-T/ 5GBASE-T/ 2.5GBASE-T/ 1000BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX Ethernet Controller which is able to provide up to 10 GbE network connectivity, with 10 times faster transfer speeds compared to general 1GbE networking and is perfectly designed for media centers, workstations and gamers.

Intel 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E

Intel latest Wireless solution 802.11ax WIFI 6E with new dedicated 6GHz band, enables gigabit wireless performance, provides smooth video streaming, better gaming experience, few dropped connections and speeds up to 2.4Gbps. Moreover, Bluetooth 5 provides 4X range over BT 4.2 and with faster transmission.

Benefits of Wi-Fi 6E

• Dedicated spectrum in 6GHz band for less interference
• 5.5X throughput than 802.11ac 1x1
• 4X better network capacity, no traffic jams especially in those dense area with lots of devices
• Network efficiency increase for better user experience

ESSential USB DAC

Complete Digital to Analog Signal processing on front-access USB Type-C® ports gets rid of any possibility of distortions and provides superb sound stage recreation so users can experience the vocal cohesion. Enjoy the depth of the music and the immersive sound profile.

• USB Type-C® for PC, Laptop and Android Devices
• Replace Ancient Front Audio Interfaces
• Powered by ESS SABRE HIFI DAC
• Premium Power Processing
• Left/Right Separation Routing
• Superior Sound Stage by WIMA Capacitors

RGB Fusion

Now offering more LED customizations than ever, users can truly adapt their PC to represent their lifestyle. With full RGB support and a redesigned RGB Fusion 2.0 application, the user has complete control over the LEDs which surround the motherboard.

MultiKey

A multi-function reset button that can be reconfigured to other function in BIOS for different user scenarios.

• RGB Switch - Turn off all lighting effect on motherboard.
• Direct-To-BIOS - Boot into BIOS menu directly without pressing any keyboard button.
• Safe Mode - Boot into BIOS safe mode to change specific option without losing other BIOS settings.

EasyTune

GIGABYTE's EasyTune™ is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users to fine-tune their system settings or adjust system and memory clocks and voltages in a Windows environment. With Smart Quick Boost, one click is all it takes to automatically overclock your system, giving an added performance boost when you need it the most.

Ultra durable PCIe armor

The innovative one piece stainless steel shielding design from GIGABYTE reinforces the PCIe connectors to provide the extra strength required to support heavy graphics cards.

Ultra durable memory armor

AORUS' exclusive one piece stainless steel shielding design prevents against PCB distortion/twisting and plate bending, in addition to preventing any possible ESD interference.

Solid pin power connectors

Z590 AORUS motherboards feature solid plated ATX 24pin & ATX 12V 8pin + 8pin power connectors to offer a stable power supply during CPU overloading.

Solid pin power connector advantages

• Larger contact area for electricity
• More metal quantity to sustain higher power and generated heat
• Ultra durable and longer lifespan