ASUS ROG MAXIMUS XIII APEX / Motherboard / ATX / LGA1200 Socket / Z590 Chipset / USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2, USB-C Gen 2x2 / 2.5 Gigabit LAN, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth / HD Audio (8-channel) | 90MB16E0-M0EAY0
ASUS ROG MAXIMUS XIII APEX / Motherboard / ATX / LGA1200 Socket / Z590 Chipset / USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2, USB-C Gen 2x2 / 2.5 Gigabit LAN, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth / HD Audio (8-channel) | 90MB16E0-M0EAY0
Description
For generations, streamlined layouts that reduce latency and increase bandwidth have enabled ROG Apex series motherboards to dominate numerous world records. Maximus XIII Apex continues that legacy by amping power delivery and adding overclocking enhancements for 11th Generation Intel Core processors. Those upgrades are fused with advanced connectivity options to boost the meta and bring the board's racetrack performance to daily rigs.
ASUS ROG MAXIMUS XIII APEX / Motherboard | 90MB16E0-M0EAY0
Special Features
- Intel Socket LGA 1200: ready for 11th Gen Intel Core processors and 10th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors
- ASUS-exclusive AI-driven enhancements: AI overclocking, AI cooling, AI networking, and two-way AI noise cancelation
- Robust power solution: 18 teamed power stages rated for 90 amps, ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes, and 10K Japanese-made capacitors
- Optimized thermal design: enlarged VRM heatsinks plus integrated aluminum I/O cover, high-conductivity thermal pad, M.2 heatsinks with embedded backplates, and ROG Water-Cooling Zone
- High-performance networking: on-board Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet, and ASUS LANGuard
- Fast gaming connectivity: PCIe 4.0, quad M.2, and USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front-panel connector
- Gaming audio: ROG SupremeFX ALC4080 codec and Savitech SV3H712 amplifier, along with DTS Sound Unbound and Sonic Studio III
- Unmatched personalization: ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including one RGB header and three addressable Gen 2 RGB headers
- DIY-Friendly design: pre-mounted I/O shield, V Latch switch, BIOS FlashBack, Q-Code, FlexKey, Q-Connector, SafeSlot, and graphics card holder
Product features
- Enhanced with AI
Intelligent software solutions help ensure that your system performs at its best. ASUS AI-powered enhancements span four pillars of performance, including overclocking, cooling, networking and onboard audio, making advanced tweaks and optimization accessible to new recruits and savvy PC DIY veterans alike. - Overclocking
ROG Maximus XIII Apex makes overclocking accessible to both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts alike. Its intelligent power solution caters to the demands of the latest Intel processors, while comprehensive controls give you the tools you need to ramp up performance. - Comprehensive cooling
A robust and comprehensive cooling solution is vital in your pursuit of performance. ROG Maximus XIII Apex includes sturdy heatsinks and a series of fan and water-cooling headers to keep temperatures in check. - Supersmooth connectivity
Maximus XIII Apex delivers supersmooth wireless connectivity, extensive M.2 compatibility, and high-end audio - the essentials for any setup.
Product Specification
Product Type | Motherboard - ATX |
Chipset Type | Intel Z590 |
Processor Socket | LGA1200 Socket |
Max Processors Qty | 1 |
Compatible Processors | (supports 11th and 10th Generation Intel Core / Pentium Gold / Celeron) |
Max Size | 64 GB |
Technology | DDR4 |
Bus Clock | 2400 MHz, 2133 MHz, 2800 MHz, 3000 MHz, 2666 MHz, 2933 MHz, 3400 MHz (O.C.), 3333 MHz (O.C.), 3466 MHz (O.C.), 3733 MHz (O.C.), 3600 MHz (O.C.), 3866 MHz (O.C.), 4000 MHz (O.C.), 4133 MHz (O.C.), 4500 MHz (O.C.), 4400 MHz (O.C.), 4266 MHz (O.C.), 4600 MHz (O.C.), 4700 MHz (O.C.), 4800 MHz (O.C.), 3200 MHz, 5000 MHz (O.C.), 5333 MHz (O.C.), 5133 MHz (O.C.) |
Supported RAM Integrity Check | Non-ECC |
Registered or Buffered | Unbuffered |
Features | Dual channel memory architecture, Intel Extreme Memory Profiles (XMP) |
Type | HD Audio (8-channel) |
Audio Codec | SupremeFX (ALC4080) |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, DTS Sound Unbound |
Network Controller | Intel I225-V |
Network Interfaces | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 |
Expansion Slots | 1 x CPU ¦ 2 x DIMM 288-pin ¦ 2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (dual x8/x8, x8/x4 modes; single card: x16 mode; PCIe 4.0 (11th Gen Intel CPUs), PCIe 3.0 (10th Gen Intel CPUs)) ¦ 1 x PCIe 3.0 x4 (x4 mode (x2 mode if 1 x SATA occupied)) |
Storage Interfaces | SATA-600 -connectors: 8 x 7pin Serial ATA - RAID ¦ SATA-600 / PCIe 3.0 -connectors: 1 x DIMM.2 - 2 devices ¦ PCIe 4.0 -connectors: 2 x M.2 |
RAID Features | Intel Rapid Storage Technology |
Interfaces | 1 x PS/2 keyboard ¦ 1 x PS/2 mouse ¦ 1 x LAN (2.5Gigabit Ethernet) ¦ 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ¦ 1 x audio line-in - mini-jack ¦ 1 x audio line-out (center/subwoofer) - mini-jack ¦ 1 x audio line-out (rear) - mini-jack ¦ 1 x audio line-out - mini-jack ¦ 1 x microphone - mini-jack ¦ 1 x TOSLINK ¦ 1 x USB-C Gen2x2 ¦ 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
Internal Interfaces | 6 x USB 2.0 - header ¦ 1 x USB-C Gen 2x2 - header ¦ 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 - header ¦ 1 x audio - header ¦ 1 x Thunderbolt - header ¦ 1 x speaker - header |
Power Connectors | 24-pin main power connector, 2 x 8-pin ATX12V connectors, 6-pin PCI Express power connector |
BIOS Type | AMI |
BIOS Features | UEFI BIOS, Dual BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, MemTest86 |
Sleep / Wake Up | Wake on LAN (WOL), wake on PME |
Hardware Features | Jack retasking, NVIDIA SLI Technology Support, ASUS Q-Design, ASUS EZ DIY, Q-LED, Q-Slot, ASUS Extreme Engine Digi+, CrashFree BIOS 3, ASUS Q-Connector, audio jack detect technology, ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit), ASUS TPU (TurboV Processing Unit), Q-Code, SupremeFX Shielding technology, ASUS DIGI+ Power Control, Gold Plated Audio Hardware, Preboot eXecution Environment (PXE), Clear CMOS Button, LANGuard, Sonic Studio, ASUS Fan Xpert 4, ASUS SafeSlot, Sonic Radar III, Sonic Studio III, M.2 heatsink, pre-mounted I/O shield, ASUS Aura Sync, Armoury Crate, MicroFine Alloy Chokes, ASUS OptiMem III, ProCool II Power Connector, FlexKey button, Savitech SV3H712 amplifier |
Included Accessories | Thermistor cable, ROG fan stickers, 2 x M.2 screws, RGB (RGBW) LED strip extension cable, ROG VGA holder, ROG thank you card, ROG DIMM.2 expansion card with heatsink, ROG key chain, ASUS Wi-Fi moving aerial, ARGB LED strip extension cable |
Cables Included | 8 x Serial ATA cable |
Software Included | Drivers & Utilities, ASUS AI Charger, ROG CPU-Z, ROG Mem TweakIt Utility, ASUS AI Suite III, ASUS EZ Update, ASUS Turbo App, Overwolf, DAEMON Tools, WinRAR, ASUS ROG RAMCache III, Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer, BullGuard Internet Security (1 year licence), ROG GameFirst VI, ASUS AURA Creator, AIDA64 Extreme (1 year licence) |
Width | 30.5 cm |
Depth | 24.4 cm |