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GIGABYTE Z390 AORUS ELITE Gaming Motherboard with RGB Fusion and Intel Optane Memory, ATX size, featuring 12+1 Digital VRM and Enhanced Audio for Ultimate Gaming Performance

Empower your computing with our latest motherboard, compatible with both 9th and 8th Gen Intel Core processors. Enjoy seamless multitasking with Dual Channel Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4 support across four DIMM slots. Plus, it's Intel Optane Memory Ready to boost your system’s responsiveness.

Experience superior stability and performance, thanks to the 12+1 Phases digital VRM solution with DrMOS, and an advanced thermal design featuring screw-mounted heatsinks to keep things cool. Immerse yourself in high-fidelity sound with Alc1220-vb, enhanced by WIMA Audio Capacitors, delivering 114dB rear/110dB front SNR in the microphone.

Stay ahead with fast and reliable Intel Gigabit LAN, further optimized with cFosSpeed network management. Upgrade today and transform your PC experience!

advantage
  1. Good Price-Performance Ratio

    This motherboard is praised for its affordability and value for the performance and features it provides.
  2. Good Overclocking Capability

    Offers decent VRM's, BIOS and flash options with room for powerful overclocking.
  3. RGB Lighting

    Customizable RGB lighting with the RGB Fusion software is easy to use and helps matching other RGB components.
  4. Easy Installation

    Users found the installation process straightforward and less cumbersome compared to other motherboards.
  5. High Compatibility

    Compatible with high-performance components like the i9-9900K, and allows for effective high-speed operations.
  6. Good Build Quality

    The motherboard and box are sturdy and damage-free on arrival, indicating good quality control.
  7. Reliable Performance

    Hasn't failed in scenarios where other motherboards did, thus proving reliable for sustained use.
  8. Solid Sound Quality

    The onboard audio offers clean sound with no noticeable noise, comparable to dedicated sound cards.
  9. Good BIOS Accessibility

    The EFI BIOS is easily accessible and hasn’t failed, making it reliable for configuring system settings.
  10. Attractive Aesthetics

    Many users found the board visually appealing with its lighting and overall design.
disadvantage
  1. Clunky BIOS UI

    The BIOS user interface is not intuitive and can be difficult to navigate compared to other motherboards.
  2. Limited Display Output

    Only has an HDMI port for CPU graphics output, lacks a DisplayPort which might limit connectivity options.
  3. Buggy RGB Software

    The RGB Fusion 2.0 software required waiting for it to load and didn’t perform optimally for some users.
  4. No WiFi Integration

    Lacks built-in WiFi, requiring buyers to purchase an additional PCIe WiFi card or USB WiFi stick.
  5. Loose SSD Connector

    The primary SSD connector is loose and may require additional measures to secure.
  6. High Power Requirement

    Requires significant power; users must ensure their power supply can meet the board’s demands.
  7. Subpar Tech Support

    Tech support requires creating an account and is limited, lacking immediate and effective customer assistance.
  8. Lacking Additional Heatsink

    Only comes with one M.2 heatsink, necessitating additional purchases for those planning multiple M.2 installations.
  9. Rare Quality Issues

    Some users experienced motherboard failure, indicating occasional quality control issues.
  10. Ancient Software Design

    Software appears outdated, making it less appealing and potentially less intuitive for modern users.
weight 0.25 kg
size 4 × 9 × 10 centimeters
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