Intel LGA 1700 socket: Ready for 13th Gen Intel Core processors & 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors. Robust Power Solution: 16 + 1 power stages, ProCool power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes. Optimized VRM Thermals: Thick heatsinks bridged to the power stages with high-conductivity thermal pads keep the solution cool during heavy workloads. High-Performance Networking: On-board Intel Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and Intel 2.5G Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard. Abundant Connectivity: USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-Crear I/O port, seven additional USB 3.2 Gen 2 and Gen 1 ports, USB 3.2 Gen 2 front-panel connector, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot, HDMI 2.1, and DisplayPort 1.4. Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive AI Networking and Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation to simplify setup and improve performance. DIY-Friendly Design: PCIe Slot Q-Release, M.2 Q-Latch, BIOS FlashBack button, Clear CMOS button, and Q-LED. Renowned Software: Bundled 60-day AIDA64 Extreme trial subscription.