ASUS ROG MAXIMUS XII APEX ATX gaming motherboard Intel Z490 Chipset LGA 1200

PERFORMANCE PUSHED TO THE APEX

ROG Maximus XII Apex is the premiere overclocking platform for extreme OC enthusiasts looking to unlock the full potential of the latest generation Intel Core processors. Its optimized layout, enhanced power delivery and control, and striking design with a myriad of customization options will appeal to overclockers, gamers, and PC builders alike.

Intelligent Motherboard

Our ROG engineers developed and extensively-tested intelligent software solutions to ensure your system stays in optimal condition.

• 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.

OVERCLOCKING

Push the performance envelope with hardware-level overclocking controls, intelligent power solution and enhanced memory support.

COOLING

A comprehensive cooling solution features carefully-designed heatsinks with the perfect balance of surface mass and air flow. With the addition of fan headers, the onboard cooling of Maximus XII Apex has more than enough capacity for specialization, maintaining system stability under any condition.

OPTIMIZATION

Maximus XII Apex is packed with intuitive and flexible tools to allow customization across all system parameters to deliver the performance you want.

CONNECTIVITY

Maximus XII Apex 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 any setups.

PERSONALIZED FOR YOU

The unique X-shaped PCB gives you extensive styling and customization options to let you build a system that stands apart from the rest.