Asus ROG Maximus XIII Extreme Z590 Gaming Motherboard (WiFi 6E, PCIe 4.0)

The Asus ROG Maximus XIII Extreme is a high-end gaming motherboard designed for users seeking maximum performance and advanced features. It supports 11th and 10th Gen Intel Core processors with the LGA 1200 socket, making it compatible with the latest Intel CPUs. The motherboard is built with an EATX form factor, providing ample space for high-performance components and extensive connectivity options. It features a robust power delivery system with 18+2 power stages, each rated at 100 amps, ensuring stable and efficient power delivery for high-end CPUs. The ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes, and 10K Japanese-made black metallic capacitors contribute to its reliability and durability.

The motherboard includes a 1.77” Livedash OLED display for real-time system monitoring and customization. It also supports ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, allowing users to synchronize RGB effects across compatible components. The AI Overclocking feature simplifies the process of tuning the CPU for optimal performance, while AI cooling and AI noise cancellation enhance the user experience by maintaining optimal temperatures and reducing background noise during operation.

The thermal design of the motherboard is exceptional, featuring enlarged VRM heatsinks, an integrated aluminum I/O cover, high-conductivity thermal pads, five M.2 heatsinks with embedded backplates, and a dedicated ROG Water-Cooling Zone. These features ensure efficient heat dissipation, even under heavy workloads or during extended gaming sessions. The motherboard also includes SupremeFX ALC4082 CODEC for high-fidelity audio, DTS Sound Unbound for immersive audio experiences, and Sonic Studio III for advanced audio customization.

For networking capabilities, the motherboard supports Intel WiFi 6E AX210 for faster wireless connectivity and can be paired with the ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000 for world-first 6GHz wireless transfer speeds. It also features dual Ethernet ports with Marvell AQtion 10Gb and Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet for high-speed wired connections. The motherboard offers extensive connectivity options with PCIe 4.0 support, five M.2 slots for NVMe SSDs, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front-panel connectors, and dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports for high-speed data transfer and external device connectivity.

The DIY-friendly design includes a pre-mounted I/O shield, V_Latch switch for easy graphics card installation, BIOS FlashBack for easy firmware updates without a CPU installed, Q-Code for quick system diagnostics, FlexKey for customizable key bindings, Q-Connector for simplified cable management, SafeSlot for reinforced PCIe slots, and a Graphics Card Holder for added stability during installation. The motherboard also comes with a bundled one-year AIDA64 Extreme subscription and an intuitive UEFI BIOS dashboard with integrated MemTest86 for system diagnostics and memory testing.

Additionally, the purchase of this motherboard includes a free three-month Adobe Creative Cloud subscription (valid from September 15, 2021 to September 15, 2022), offering users access to a suite of creative tools from Adobe.



Brand: Asus
Model: ROG Maximus XIII Extreme
Specifications: Z590 chipset, LGA 1200 socket (Intel 11th/10th Gen), PCIe 4.0 support, 5 M.2 slots (with heatsinks), dual Ethernet (10 Gb & 2.5 Gb), Thunderbolt 4 ports
Features: AI Overclocking, AI Cooling, AI Noise Cancelation, Livedash OLED display, Aura Sync RGB lighting, SupremeFX ALC4082 audio codec, ProCool II power connectors, VRM heatsinks with thermal pads, ROG Water-Cooling Zone