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ASUS ROG MAXIMUS XII EXTREME

E-ATX Socket 1200 Intel Z490 Express motherboard - 4x DDR4 - SATA 6Gb/s M.2 PCI-E NVMe - USB 3.2 - 2x PCI-Express 3.0 16x - Wi-Fi 6 AX - 10 GbE LAN 2.5 GbE LAN

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Overview

ROG MAXIMUS XII EXTREME: Customisation, cooling and overclocking

The ROG MAXIMUS XII motherboards are the top of the line ASUS gaming motherboards. They are designed for ultra-demanding gamers looking for high performance, customization and extreme overclocking. They allow you to get the most out of your components thanks to a unique design made of robust materials and exclusive utilities. They incorporate gaming features and combine the benefits of new Intel processors with ASUS' iconic design and features.

The ASUS ROG MAXIMUS XII EXTREME motherboard is designed to accommodate Intel's 10th generation Comet Lake-S processors on socket LGA 1200. It will allow the assembly of a powerful gaming configuration with a unique look. Gaming, streaming, intensive multitasking, multimedia creation, it is the ideal solution to design a high-end PC with high performance. It also supports DDR4 RAM, PCI-Express 3.0 16x graphics cards, SATA 6 Gb/s and M.2 PCI-E NVMe drives and USB 3 .0 and USB 3.1 peripherals .

ASUS ROG MAXIMUS XII EXTREME

  • Support for 10th generation Intel Core processors on socket LGA 1200
  • DDR4 memory support, up to 4800 MHz (OC)
  • Optimisation: automated system settings, custom AI Overclocking and AI Cooling profiles
  • Cooling: dedicated watercooling zones, dual M.2 heatsinks and multiple fan controls
  • Connectivity: Marvell AQtion 10Gb, Intel Ethernet 2.5Gb, LANGuard surge protection, quad M.2, USB 3.2 and Intel Wi-Fi 6
  • Synchronised RGB lighting compatible with many Aura Sync devices; support for addressable strip lights and Philips Hue accessories

10th Generation Intel Core processor


With top-notch gaming performance, smooth virtual reality and intensive multitasking, 10th generation Intel Core processors are ultra versatile and at home in any situation. Intel Comet Lake-S processors deliver dazzling performance with high base frequencies, even more cores and threads, and a high-level cache. Their moderate TDPs allow them to offer high operating frequencies while keeping power consumption under control.

Specifications
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General information

Product name

ASUS ROG MAXIMUS XII EXTREME

Brand

ASUS

Model

90MB12J0-M0EAY0

Processor

Processor support

Intel 1200

Number of CPUs supported

1

Chipset

Chipset

Intel Z490 Express

Memory

Memory format

4 X DIMM 288-pin (DDR4)

Memory Frequency(ies)

DDR4 4000 MHz
DDR4 3866 MHz
DDR4 3800 MHz
DDR4 3733 MHz
DDR4 3600 MHz
DDR4 3466 MHz
DDR4 3400 MHz
DDR4 3333 MHz
DDR4 3300 MHz
DDR4 3200 MHz
DDR4 2933 MHz
DDR4 2666 MHz
DDR4 2400 MHz
DDR4 4133 MHz
DDR4 4266 MHz
DDR4 4300 MHz
DDR4 4400 MHz
DDR4 2133 MHz
DDR4 1866 MHz
DDR4 4533 MHz
DDR4 4600 MHz
DDR4 4666 MHz
DDR4 4700 MHz
DDR4 4800 MHz

Memory type

DDR4

Memory technology

Dual Channel

Maximum RAM capacity per slot

32 GB

Maximum RAM capacity

128 GB

Graphic

Integrated graphics controller

No

Compatible graphics core integrated in the CPU

No

Expansion slots

Graphic connector(s)

1 X PCI Express 3.0 x16 (x8)
1 X PCI Express 3.0 x16

Number and Type of slots

1 X PCI Express 3.0 x4

Multi-GPU type

SLI
CrossFireX

Audio

Audio Chipset

Realtek S1220A

Number of audio channels

8

Network

Number of ports/Ethernet controler

AQUANTIA AQC107

Number of ports/Ethernet controler N°2

Intel i225-V

Network standard(s)

Bluetooth 5.1
Wi-Fi 6 AX
10 Gbps Gigabit Ethernet (10 GbE)
10/100/1000 Mbps
2.5 Gbps Gigabit Ethernet (2.5 GbE)

Storage

RAID supported

Yes

Hard drives connectors

8 X Serial ATA 6Gb/s (SATA Revision 3)
1 X M.2 - PCI-E 3.0 x4 + SATA 6 Gb/s
3 X M.2 - PCI-E 3.0 x4

Number of M.2 slot(s)

4

Supported RAID Modes

5
10
1
0

Connectivity

Rear panel connectors

1 X USB 3.2 Type C
3 X USB 3.1
6 X USB 3.0
2 X USB 2.0
2 X RJ45 Female
BIOS Flash Update
1 X Digital audio S/PDIF Optical
5 X 3.5mm Jack Female Stereo
2 X SMA Female

Additional connectors

2 X LED RGB connector(s)
2 X Addressable LED RGB connector(s)
Front panel audio
Chassis intrusion
2 X +12V (Power supply P8)
1 X ATX 24 Pin
4 X Internal USB 2.0
4 X Internal USB 3.0
2 X Internal USB 3.1 Type C

Physical characteristics

Motherboard format

E-ATX

Length

305 mm

Width

277 mm

Equipment

Advanced overclocking features

Yes

Use

Gamer

LED

Yes

Warranties

Commercial warranty

Seller 3 years

Legal warranty

See terms & conditions

Product referenced on 6 May 2020

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  • by Alexandre D
    Posted on 27 Dec 2020
    Bought on 8 Dec 2020 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10

    asus rog a safe bet

    I'm really looking forward to the next one.
    I've been using it for a while now, but it's a great piece of equipment.
    I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to give an opinion on it yet, but I'm sure it's got everything you need :)

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