The Ultimate Force X299 MARK 1 Desktop Motherboard

Intel® LGA 2066 ATX motherboard with Thermal Armor, DDR4 4000MHz (OC), dual M.2, Intel VROC support, Intel Optane™ memory-ready, dual Intel Gigabit LAN, front USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C™

  • Thermal Armor & M.2 Heatsink - Thermal armor directs cool air towards vital components while the 40mm fan and M.2 heatsink help reduce SSD temperatures by up to 25° C.
  • TUF Fortifier, SafeSlot & VGA Holder - Reinforced backplate adds structural rigidity, while SafeSlot fortified PCIe and TUF VGA holder support the weight of heavy graphics cards.
  • Thermal Radar 3 & TUF Ice - Designed to keep systems stable while overclocking, Thermal Radar 3 delivers complete system cooling control and temperature monitoring options
  • Pro Clock II & T-Topology - Our Pro Clock II technology provides flexibility for fine-tuning system overclocks, while T-Topology enhances memory stability at higher frequencies
  • TUF Detective 2 - The TUF Detective 2 app connects via Bluetooth to track information, detect/diagnose errors, or adjust vital system settings without booting up!
  • ASUS Aura Sync: Synchronize RGB lighting effects across an ever-expanding ecosystem of Aura Sync-enabled products

THE ULTIMATE FORCE

UNCONDITIONALLY TOUGH.
24/7 RELIABILITY.

TUF X299 Mark 1 is the durable ATX motherboard made for enthusiasts, modders and gamers who demand reliable performance day in, day out. It's engineered with Industry-leading cooling controls and temperature monitoring, enabling you to build a system that's efficiently cooled and supremely stable. Some of the world's most respected independent testing laboratories have certified TUF components as fit for military use. Every board is subjected to rigorous testing and validation procedures, including warp and drop tests — so you know that TUF X299 Mark 1 will stand up to whatever you throw at it. In fact, we're so confident of the reliability and durability of our products that each and every TUF motherboard is backed by a five-year warranty!

ULTIMATE COOLING

THERMAL ARMOR AND M.2 HEATSINK
TOTALLY COOL, ACROSS THE BOARD.

TUF X299 Mark 1 has been carefully designed to boost airflow and heat dissipation to keep the temperature of vital components as cool as can be. TUF Thermal Armor puts a fan in the PCH area that directs airflow towards an ultra-efficient M.2 heatsink, slashing SSD temperatures by up to 25°C — and that means optimal storage performance and improved drive longevity.

TUF ICe
THE TOTAL COOLING COMMANDER

ASUS TUF engineers have forged TUF ICe, a dedicated processor that monitors onboard temperature sensors and fan speeds to provide ultra-accurate cooling in every scenario — whether you're adjusting settings manually or using the automatic one-click optimization via Thermal Radar 3 and TUF Detective 2.

THERMAL RADAR 3
INSTANT FAN TUNING, COMPLETE SYSTEM COOLING

Our Thermal Radar 3 software allows you to control connected chassis fans, water pumps, AIOs, and even the fans of ASUS graphics cards — all to provide ultimate cooling performance for gaming and productivity. Multiple onboard sensors also enable the temperatures of key components to be monitored in real time, so you can assess and optimize cooling efficiency.

Manufacturer Part Number
TUF X299 MARK 1
EAN/UPC
0889349774380,889349774380
Full Product Specifications

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  • CPU

    Intel® Socket 2066 Core™ X-Series Processors
    * The Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types
    * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list

  • Chipset

    Intel® X299

  • Memory

    Intel® Core™ X-series Processors (6-core above)
    8 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 4000(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
    Intel® Core™ X-series Processors (4-core)
    4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 4000(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
    ** Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
    * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. 

  • Multi-GPU Support

    Supports NVIDIA® Quad-GPU SLI™ Technology
    Supports NVIDIA® 3-Way SLI™ Technology
    Supports NVIDIA® 2-Way SLI™ Technology
    Supports AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology
    Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX™ Technology

  • Expansion Slots

    44-Lane CPU-
    3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16, x16/x16, x16/x16/x8)
    2 x PCIe 3.0 x4 (max at x4 mode) *1
    28-Lane CPU-
    3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 ( x16, x16/x8, x16/x8/x4)
    2 x PCIe 3.0 x4 (max at x4 mode) *1
    16-Lane CPU-
    3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16, x8/x8, x8/x8/x1)
    2 x PCIe 3.0 x4 (max at x4 mode) *1

  • Storage

    Intel® X299 Chipset :
    1 x M.2 x4 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
    1 x M.2 x4 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
    8 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s)
    Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
    Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology, Intel Rapid Start Technology*2
    Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready

  • LAN

    Intel® I219V, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s), featuring Turbo LAN
    Intel® I211, 1 x Gigabit LAN, featuring Turbo LAN
    ASUS Turbo LAN Utility

  • Audio

    Realtek® ALC S1220A 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
    - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
    - Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers
    - Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
    Audio Feature :
    - DTS Connect
    - DTS Headphone:X
    - Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
    - Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and greatly reduced multi-lateral interference
    - Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals
    - Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity
    - Unique de-pop circuit: Reduces start-up popping noise to audio outputs
    Separate layer for left and right track, ensuring both sound deliver equal quality

  • USB Ports

    ASMedia® USB 3.1 Gen 2 controller :
    1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port(s) (1 at mid-board)
    ASMedia® USB 3.1 Gen 2 controller :
    2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port(s) (Type-A + USB Type-CTM)
    Intel® X299 Chipset :
    8 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) (4 at back panel, , 4 at mid-board)
    Intel® X299 Chipset :
    6 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, , 2 at mid-board)

  • Special Features

    OC Design - ASUS PRO Clock Technology

    TUF Features:
    TUF ENGINE! Power Design :
    - 8 +2 Digital Phase Power Design
    - TUF Components (Choke, Cap. & MOSFET; certified by military-standard)
    Ultimate COOL! Thermal Solution :
    - TUF Thermal Armor
    Thermal Radar 3
    - TUF ICe
    Safe & Stable! Guardian Angel :
    "We Got Your Back!" Shape Force
    - Dust Defenders
    - TUF Fortifier
    TUF VGA Holder
    - TUF ESD Guards 2
    - TUF LANGuard
    AURA :
    - Aura RGB Strip Headers
    - Aura Lighting Effects Synchronization with compatible ASUS ROG devices
    ASUS Exclusive Features :
    - USB BIOS Flashback
    - MemOK!
    - AI Suite 3
    - Ai Charger
    - Onboard Button : Power
    - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
    - Turbo LAN

    ASUS EZ DIY :
    - ASUS EZ Flash 3
    - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback
    - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
    - Multi-language BIOS
    ASUS Q-Design :
    - ASUS Q-Shield
    - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED, HDD LED)
    - ASUS Q-Slot
    - ASUS Q-DIMM
    - ASUS Q-Connector
    M.2 Onboard(The latest transfer technologies with up to 32Gb/s data transfer speeds)

  • Back I/O Ports

    2 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
    2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A + USB Type-CTM
    4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
    4 x USB 2.0 (one port can be switched to USB BIOS Flashback)
    1 x Optical S/PDIF out
    5 x Audio jack(s)
    1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button(s)
    1 x TUF Detective USB port

  • Internal I/O Ports

    1 x AAFP connector
    1 x Aura RGB Strip Header
    2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s)
    1 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 2.0 port(s)
    1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
    1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
    1 x TPM header
    1 x COM port(s) connector(s)
    8 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
    1 x CPU Fan connector(s)
    1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s)
    5 x Chassis Fan connector(s)
    1 x Assistant Fan connector(s)
    1 x H_AMP fan connector
    1 x W_PUMP+ connector
    1 x Thunderbolt header(s)
    1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
    1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
    1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
    1 x System panel(s) (Q-Connector)
    1 x MemOK! button(s)
    3 x Thermal sensor connector(s)
    1 x Power-on button(s)
    1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
    1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector
    1 x CPU_OV jumper

  • Accessories

    User's manual
    ASUS Q-Shield
    1 x Vertical M.2 bracket set
    4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
    1 x ASUS 2-Way/3-Way SLI bridge
    1 x M.2 Screw Package
    1 x Supporting DVD
    1 x SLI HB BRIDGE(2-WAY-M)
    1 x Q-Connector
    1 x TUF Certification card(s)
    1 x TUF 5 Year Warranty manual(s) (by region)
    1 x TUF Inside sticker(s)(white)
    1 x STAY COOL BE TUF sticker(s)(gray)
    1 x TUF Dongle
    1 x Accessory Package(s):
    - 3 x PCIe x16 slot dust cover(s)
    - 1 x PCIe x4 slot dust cover(s)
    1 x TUF VGA Holder

  • BIOS

    128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS,
    ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information

  • Manageability

    WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE

  • Support Disc

    Drivers
    ASUS Utilities
    EZ Update
    Anti-virus software (OEM version)

  • Operating System

    Windows® 10 64-bit

  • Form Factor

    ATX Form Factor
    12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )

  • Note

    1. PCIEX4_1 max. at x1 mode, PCIEX4_2 max. at x4 mode
    2. SATA6G_4/5/6/7 share bandwidth with PCIEX4_2.