Description
Intel Z490 ATX motherboard for 10th Gen Intel Processor with 16 power stages, EK CrossChill III, OptiMem III, triple M.2, on-board Wi-Fi 6 (AX201), 10 Gb Ethernet and 2.5 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 2, Aura Sync RGB lighting
- LGA 1200 socket for 10th-gen Intel® Core™ desktop processors
- AI Feature: AI Overclocking, AI Cooling and AI Networking (GameFirst VI)
- Robust power delivery: Optimized power solution with 16 power stages, ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine Alloy chokes and 10K capacitors
- Cooling & Performance: OptiMem III, CrossChill EK III, 16 teamed power stages with extended heatsink, high conductive thermal pad, ROG water cooling zone, M.2 heatsink and backplate
- Connectivity: Intel® Wi-Fi 6, 10 Gb Ethernet and Intel® 2.5 Gb Ethernet, triple M.2 slots
- Customization: 2″ LiveDash OLED, 2X addressable header + 2X 4-pin RGB header
Maximus XII Formula
ROG Maximus XII series motherboards are designed to explore the upper echelons of gaming and overclocking. The Formula is plumbed for custom liquid cooling and includes other enhancements to punctuate premium systems. The CrossChill EK III VRM block, co-developed with EK Water Blocks, help cope with higher VRM loads associated with Intel Comet Lake CPUs. Aesthetically, Maximus XII Formula has a stealthy black finish with intricate patterns cut into its reflective armor. The latest-generation Formula is all set to make your showcase rig shine.
Intelligent Motherboard
Our ROG engineers developed and extensively-tested intelligent software solutions to ensure your system stays in optimal condition.
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AI Overclocking
Tuning is now faster and smarter than ever before. AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration for each system.
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AI Cooling
AI Cooling automatically manages and controls motherboard-connected fans, ensuring the most efficient settings depending on the current system load and temperature.
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AI Networking
GameFirst VI optimizes and organizes network bandwidth, effectively reducing jitter and eliminating spike lag to ensure smooth online gameplay.
SPEC OVERVIEW
- Performance
- Cooling
- Gaming Immersion
- Connectivity
- DIY friendly
Extreme Power & Performance

- PROCOOL II POWER CONNECTOR
- 16 POWER STAGE
- MULTI-GPU SLI®/ CFX SUPPORT
・ 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 Safeslots (x16, x8/x8)
・ 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (x4)
・ 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot - INTEL® SOCKET LGA 120010th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors
- DDR4, 4 X DIMM・ ASUS OptiMem III
・ Dual Channel - 3 X M.2 SOCKET
・ 1 x M.2 2242-22110
supports PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA modes・ 2 x M.2 2242-2280
support PCIe 3.0 x4 mode
(1 x at front / 1 x at rear)

PERFORMANCE
The Intel Comet Lake processor features 10 cores and a peak single-core Turbo speed that exceeds 5.3 GHz right out of the box. To cope with this increased demand on the system, Maximus XII Formula takes advantage of its intelligent VRM design and uses quality components to ensure the best gaming and daily productive computing experience.
- Power solution
- Memory

COOLING
The focus on maximizing performance would be futile without similar dedication to improving the cooling that allows systems to sustain faster speeds. The CrossChill EK III VRM block enables Maximus XII Formula to cope with the high VRM loads of ten core CPUs. The hybrid cooling system sits atop of a heatpipe that’s directly linked to the extended VRM heatsink, giving it cooling capabilities that surpass the requirements of this current generation.
- CrossChill EK III
- Heatsinks
- Headers

OPTIMIZATION
Maximus XII Formula is packed with intuitive and flexible tools to allow customization across all system parameters to deliver the performance you want.
- Differential Sensing
- BIOS
- 5-way optimization

CONNECTIVITY
Maximus XII Formula is well equipped to deliver supersmooth wireless connectivity and compatibility with multiple input sources and PCIe extensions, all of which are a must-have for gaming setups.
- Storage
- Networking
- Audio

PERSONALIZED FOR YOU
In addition to extraordinary performance, Maximus XII Formula provides extensive styling and customization options to let you build a system that truly stands apart.
- Aura Sync
- Ramcache III
- Audio
- Livedash OLED
- Armoury Crate
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