--- product_id: 201962675 title: "ASUS ROG Maximus XII Extreme Z490 (WiFi 6) LGA 1200(Intel 10th Gen) EATX Gaming Motherboard (16 Power Stages, 10 G & Intel 2.5G LAN, Fan Extension Card & ThunderboltEX 3-TR Card, 2” Livedash OLED)" brand: "asus" price: "R58799" currency: ZAR in_stock: true category: "Asus" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/201962675-asus-rog-maximus-xii-extreme-z490-wifi-6-lga-1200 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 16 Power Stages @ 90A each WiFi 6 + Dual 10G & 2.5G LAN AI Cooling & Massive Heatsinks ASUS ROG Maximus XII Extreme Z490 (WiFi 6) LGA 1200(Intel 10th Gen) EATX Gaming Motherboard (16 Power Stages, 10 G & Intel 2.5G LAN, Fan Extension Card & ThunderboltEX 3-TR Card, 2” Livedash OLED) **Brand:** asus **Price:** R58799 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Power, Precision, and Prestige — Rule your build with the ROG Maximus XII Extreme! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** ASUS ROG Maximus XII Extreme Z490 (WiFi 6) LGA 1200(Intel 10th Gen) EATX Gaming Motherboard (16 Power Stages, 10 G & Intel 2.5G LAN, Fan Extension Card & ThunderboltEX 3-TR Card, 2” Livedash OLED) by asus - **How much does it cost?** R58799 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/201962675-asus-rog-maximus-xii-extreme-z490-wifi-6-lga-1200) ## Best For - asus enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted asus brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Extreme Power Delivery:** 16 Infineon TDA21490 power stages deliver rock-solid 90A each for unmatched CPU overclocking stability. - • **Blazing Fast Connectivity:** Intel WiFi 6 AX201 plus dual Ethernet (10G Marvell & 2.5G Intel) ensures ultra-low latency and lightning-fast data transfer. - • **Next-Level Thermal Mastery:** AI-driven cooling with oversized heatsinks and fan extension card keeps your rig whisper-quiet and cool under pressure. - • **Pro-Grade Expansion Bundle:** Includes ThunderboltEX 3-TR, Fan Extension Card II, and exclusive ROG tools for ultimate customization and future-proofing. - • **Customizable RGB & OLED Display:** 2” Livedash OLED and Aura Sync RGB headers let you personalize your build with dynamic lighting and real-time system stats. ## Overview The ASUS ROG Maximus XII Extreme Z490 motherboard is a premium EATX platform engineered for 10th Gen Intel Core processors, featuring 16 high-amperage power stages, advanced AI cooling with extensive heatsinks, and cutting-edge connectivity including WiFi 6 and dual 10G/2.5G LAN. It offers unparalleled customization with a 2” Livedash OLED and Aura Sync RGB, bundled with pro-level expansion cards like ThunderboltEX 3-TR and a fan extension card, making it the ultimate choice for enthusiasts demanding top-tier performance, thermal efficiency, and future-ready features. ## Description The ROG Maximus XII Extreme ( WiFi 6) is expertly tuned by our ROG Engineers to bring you the ultimate performance to achieve optimized overclocking, high-speed memory support and comprehensive water and fan cooling controls, Maximus XII Extreme delivers ultimate performance combined with efficient, reliable operation for the 10th generation Intel Core processors. ## Features - Intel LGA 1200 socket: Designed to unleash the maximum performance of 10th Gen Intel Core processors - Extreme Power Solution: features 16 infineon TDA21490 power stages, each rated to handle 90 amps, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors - Superb Thermal Design: Extra-large heatsinks for VRM, chipset and M. 2 slots, solid steel backplate, multiple fan headers and a bundled fan extension card, features AI cooling to balance thermals and acoustics by reducing fan speeds and maintaining a 5 Celsius delta - Fastest Gaming Connectivity: Intel WiFi 6 AX201 (802. 11 ax), Dual Ethernet with Marvell AQtion 10Gb and Intel 2. 5Gb Ethernet with LANGaurd technology, Quad M. 2 slots with Dimm. 2, 2x USB 3. 2 Gen 2x2 front panel connectors - Unmatched Personalization: 2” Livedash OLED, ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including RGB headers and Gen 2 addressable headers. - Industry-leading Gaming Audio: High fidelity audio with the SupremeFX S1220A codec, DTS Sound Unbound and Sonic Studio III draws you deeper into the game action - Exclusive ROG Bundle: 1x Fan Extension Card II , 1x ThunderboltEX 3-TR Card, 1x Fan bracket, 1x ROG assistant Fan( 40mm), 1x ROG multi-bit screwdriver come with the motherboard package ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B087LKNCW3 | | Best Sellers Rank | #3,936 in Computer Motherboards | | Brand | ASUS | | CPU Model | Core i3 | | Chipset Family | Intel Z490 | | Chipset Type | Intel Z490 | | Compatible Devices | Gaming Console | | Compatible Processors | 10th Generation Intel Core | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (111) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00192876663943 | | Graphics Card Interface | Integrated | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 14.5"L x 12.2"W x 4.25"H | | Item Type Name | ASUS ROG Maximus XII Extreme Z490 (WiFi 6) LGA 1200(Intel 10th Gen) EATX Gaming Motherboard (16 power stages, 10 G & Intel 2.5G LAN, Fan Extension Card & ThunderboltEX 3-TR Card, 2” Livedash OLED) | | Item Weight | 5.2 pounds | | Main Power Connector Type | 24-Pin | | Manufacturer | ASUS | | Memory Clock Speed | 4700 MHz | | Memory Slots Available | 4 | | Memory Storage Capacity | 128 GB | | Mfr Part Number | ROG MAXIMUS XII EXTREME | | Model Name | ROG MAXIMUS XII EXTREME | | Model Number | ROG MAXIMUS XII EXTREME | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Ports | 27 | | Platform | Windows 10 | | Processor Socket | LGA 1200 | | RAM Memory Technology | DDR4 | | Ram Memory Maximum Size | 128 GB | | S/PDIF Connector Type | Optical | | System Bus Standard Supported | SATA 1 | | Total Number of HDMI Ports | 1 | | Total PCIe Ports | 3 | | Total SATA Ports | 1 | | Total Usb Ports | 22 | | UPC | 192876663943 | | USB 2.0 | 4 | | Warranty Description | 3 years | ## Product Details - **Brand:** ASUS - **CPU Model:** Core i3 - **CPU Socket:** LGA 1200 - **Chipset Type:** Intel Z490 - **Compatible Devices:** Gaming Console - **Compatible Processors:** 10th Generation Intel Core - **Memory Clock Speed:** 4700 MHz - **Model Name:** ROG MAXIMUS XII EXTREME - **Platform:** Windows 10 - **RAM Memory Technology:** DDR4 ## Images ![ASUS ROG Maximus XII Extreme Z490 (WiFi 6) LGA 1200(Intel 10th Gen) EATX Gaming Motherboard (16 Power Stages, 10 G & Intel 2.5G LAN, Fan Extension Card & ThunderboltEX 3-TR Card, 2” Livedash OLED) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81BSkDF4ZlL.jpg) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/201962675-asus-rog-maximus-xii-extreme-z490-wifi-6-lga-1200](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/201962675-asus-rog-maximus-xii-extreme-z490-wifi-6-lga-1200) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-10-22*