GIGABYTE Launches Z590 AORUS Motherboards for 11th Gen Intel Core Processors
GIGABYTE, a leading manufacturer of motherboards and graphics cards, has unveiled its new Z590 AORUS motherboards designed to support 11th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. These motherboards boast up to a 20-phase digital VRM power design and an improved Fins-Array II heatsink design, ensuring optimal power delivery and thermal management for maximized overclocking performance with the latest Intel CPUs.
GIGABYTE Z590 AORUS Motherboard
Enhanced Design and Features for Optimal Performance
High-end models within the Z590 AORUS series feature a 10-layer PCB for improved heat dissipation. The implementation of a Daisy Chain memory routing design with anti-interference shielding further enhances memory overclocking capabilities, stability, and overall performance. With PCIe 4.0 support, users can experience greater bandwidth, ultra-fast transfer speeds, and improved CPU performance on the Intel platform. The Z590 AORUS motherboards utilize PCIe 4.0-grade PCBs, PCIe slots, M.2 slots, and controllers for maximum bandwidth quality, providing speeds of up to 7000 MB/s. These motherboards are equipped with up to three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots directly connected to the CPU for the highest possible bandwidth, enabling RAID configurations with access speeds exceeding 20000 MB/s. GIGABYTE’s patented Thermal Guard II technology, a dual-sided thermal solution, delivers optimal cooling for the PCIe 4.0 M.2 SSD modules, preventing thermal throttling during high-speed operation.
Close-up of the heatsink on a GIGABYTE Z590 AORUS Motherboard
Power Design and Connectivity
The GIGABYTE Z590 AORUS motherboards are equipped with an advanced power design capable of delivering up to 2100 Amps, offering optimal power balance. This is achieved with a maximum of 20+1 phases, each capable of handling up to 100 Amps, along with a DrMOS power stage design. These robust power designs unlock extreme overclocking performance and fully harness the potential of the new processors. The addition of Tantalum Polymer capacitors improves the VRM’s transient response between high and low loads, increasing processor stability and purity, eliminating concerns about overclocking failures due to unstable power delivery.
These motherboards are packed with the latest technologies, including USB4, USB 3.2 Gen 2×2, USB 3.2 Gen 2, 2.5G and 10G Ethernet, advanced audio jacks, and Thunderbolt 4 expansion interfaces. The Intel® 2.5Gbps Ethernet controller provides ultra-fast connectivity, 2.5 times faster than Gigabit Ethernet. Furthermore, the lineup implements the Intel® WiFi 6E 802.11ax network adapter with the new exclusive 6GHz band to reduce surrounding electromagnetic interference and provide Gigabit-level wireless networking. The latest AORUS high-gain 3-band (2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz) smart Wi-Fi antenna supports transfer speeds of up to 2.4Gbps, delivering smoother video streaming, enhanced gaming performance, and greater stability. The inclusion of Q-Flash Plus and Clear CMOS buttons simplifies system troubleshooting and BIOS updates without requiring a CPU.
Conclusion
The GIGABYTE Z590 AORUS motherboards offer a compelling platform for users looking to maximize the performance of 11th Gen Intel Core processors. With robust power delivery, advanced thermal solutions, and cutting-edge connectivity options, these motherboards provide a solid foundation for high-performance computing, gaming, and content creation. Stay tuned for further updates and reviews.
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