ASUS PRIME Z390-P - Intel Z390 Motherboard - LGA 1151

ASUS PRIME Z390-P is a robust Intel Z390 motherboard designed for LGA 1151 systems and offers wide compatibility with Intel processors, making it a reliable foundation for desktops built for productivity and light gaming.

The PRIME Z390-P supports LGA 1151 (Socket H4) and is compatible with Intel® Celeron® and Intel® Pentium® series processors, giving flexibility for budget to mid-range builds. Its Intel Z390 chipset brings modern platform features including Intel Rapid Storage Technology and Turbo Boost 3.0 support.

Memory support is comprehensive: four DIMM slots accommodate up to 64 GB of DDR4-SDRAM in dual-channel mode, with support for a broad range of memory speeds up to 4266 MHz and Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) for easy overclocking. The board accepts unbuffered, non-ECC modules for mainstream desktop use.

Expansion and storage options are generous for an ATX board: two PCIe x16 (Gen3) slots and four PCIe x1 slots provide room for multiple cards and CrossFireX multi-GPU setups. Storage connectivity includes four SATA III ports and two M.2 slots plus one M.2 E slot, while RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 are supported for flexible storage configurations.

Integrated graphics are supported through Intel UHD Graphics with outputs including one HDMI and one DisplayPort, enabling up to 4096 x 2160 resolution for 4K displays. The board also features a Realtek RTL8111H Ethernet controller, one RJ-45 LAN port, and plentiful USB connectivity with multiple USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Type-A ports as well as legacy USB 2.0 headers.

Audio and cooling are well covered with 7.1-channel audio outputs, microphone input, front panel audio header, multiple fan connectors including CPU and chassis fan headers, and a clear CMOS jumper for easy troubleshooting. The ATX form factor measures 305 x 234 mm and includes a 24-pin ATX power connector and one EATX power connector to ensure stable power delivery.

Use cases for the ASUS PRIME Z390-P include building a reliable office workstation, an entry-to-mid-level gaming PC using a discrete GPU, or a home media center leveraging Intel UHD Graphics and 4K output. It is also suited for storage-focused builds thanks to M.2 support and RAID capabilities.

Key selling points: sturdy Intel Z390 platform, wide DDR4 frequency support up to 4266 MHz, dual M.2 slots, robust connectivity with USB 3.2 Gen2 ports, Realtek Gigabit LAN, and a full ATX layout for expandability.

• Socket: LGA 1151 (Socket H4) — Intel-compatible
• Memory: 4× DIMM, up to 64 GB DDR4, dual-channel, XMP support
• Storage & expansion: 4× SATA III, 2× M.2, PCIe x16/x1 slots, RAID 0/1/5/10
• Connectivity: USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, Realtek RTL8111H Gigabit LAN
• Audio & cooling: 7.1-channel audio, CPU & chassis fan connectors