Bring ultimate performance to your entertainment and content-creation experiences with the ROG Maximus XIII Apex LGA 1200 ATX Motherboard. Designed for gamers, enthusiasts, and professionals, this high-performance ATX motherboard features the Intel Z590 chipset and takes full advantage of the PCIe 4.0 bandwidth to deliver exceptional speed with compatible hardware. It supports 11th generation Intel processors with the LGA 1200 socket alongside up to 64GB of dual-channel DDR4 5333 MHz overclocked memory across two slots to power demanding tasks such as video editing, gaming, and 3D modeling. There are also extensive storage options, with support for up to eight Intel Optane-enhanced SATA III drives, two onboard M.2 SSDs, and two additional M.2 drives using the included DIMM.2 riser card. Dedicated graphics cards in 2-Way NVIDIA SLI configurations may be installed into the PCIe 4.0 x16 slots to maximize frame rates, connect 4K monitors, and accelerate video rendering times. With multiple fan and liquid cooling system headers and an advanced cooling design, the Maximus XIII Apex helps maintain optimal performance.
Connect compatible external devices to the USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port to transfer 8K video clips, RAW photos, and other large files at up to 20 Gb/s. There are also 10 Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2 and 5 Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports available on the motherboard's rear panel. Installing a Thunderbolt 4 expansion card using the internal header allows you to transfer data at up 40 Gb/s with daisy chained devices. The 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port and integrated Wi-Fi 6E allow you to connect to high-speed networks for low-latency gaming, smooth 4K video streaming, live streaming, and more. Other features include an immersive 7.1-channel surround-sound system with a high-powered amplifier, AI-enhanced performance systems, and Aura Sync-compatible RGB headers that allow you to customize light strips and compatible peripherals with dazzling effects to match your mood, game, or style. Windows 10 64-bit is required to take advantage of all the motherboard's features.
Performance Features
Storage and Memory
Note:
PCIEX16_1 will run in x8 mode and PCIEX16_2 will run in x4 mode when M.2_2 is in x4 mode. The PCIEX4 will run in x2 mode when SATA6G_56 is populated. When DIMM.2_1 is operating in SATA mode, SATA6G_2 will be disabled.
Comprehensive Cooling
AI Enhancements
Integrated artificial intelligence features help to optimize overclocking, cooling, network performance, and active audio noise cancelation.
Made for Overclocking
Fully Connected
Networking Performance
Note:
Wi-Fi 6E availability may vary between countries. Its functionality is supported in Windows 10 build 21H1 or later.
SupremeFX Audio
Aura Sync RGB Lighting
Aura Sync technology allows you to connect, customize, and control lighting equipment such as RGB LEDs and light strips on the onboard RGB headers. You can choose from a variety of lighting presets that include Static, Strobing, and Color Cycle. These presets can be synchronized with Aura Sync-compatible peripherals such as keyboards, mice, monitors, and more. The addressable RGB headers can detect the number of LEDs on a compatible device and control them individually to further tailor the lighting effects.
NVIDIA SLI Support
Installing multiple graphics cards will enhance the computer's performance for demanding tasks such as gaming, video editing, and more. This motherboard supports a 2-Way NVIDIA SLI configuration.
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Armoury Crate
ASUS Armoury Crate is a suite of management software for system customization. It includes ASUS Aura Sync RGB lighting control, keyboard and mouse preferences, fan speed control, and more.