ASUS TUF Gaming Z590-Plus WIFI (Intel 1200)

Wer sich für einen Z590-Unterbau von ASUS entscheidet, dabei aber auch auf das vorhandene Budget achten muss, für den hat das Unternehmen abseits der Prime-Mainboards die TUF-Gaming-Bretter im Sortiment. Flaggschiff der TUF-Gaming-Serie mit Intels Z590-Chipsatz ist dabei das TUF Gaming Z590-Plus WiFi, das dem genügsamen Gamer durchaus ausreichen könnte. Wir haben hinter die Kulissen geschaut und das Mainboard durch den Test-Parcours geschickt.

Overall the ASUS TUF Gaming Z590-Plus WIFI offers a good package, but we feel the non-Wi-Fi model offers much better value.

The ASUS TUF Gaming Z590-Plus WiFi is a great mid-range Z590 motherboard. With WiFi 6, 2.5 Gb/s LAN, and an integrated I/O shield, as well as a reasonable storage complement, the ASUS TUF Gaming Z590-Plus WiFi has all the necessities for a modern system. When it comes to looks, the ASUS TUF Gaming Z590-Plus WiFi is a more grown-up take on the classic TUF Gaming aesthetic. Featuring a reasonable, if limited, RGB implementation and a design that is neutral enough to make for easy parts matching, the ASUS TUF Gaming Z590-Plus WiFi is more approachable than past TUF Gaming boards.

Honestly, if it's a better value than you're after, then the TUF Z590 Plus WIFI has got a lot to offer. The performance levels are close and or similar to the expensive premium boards. The tradeoff is a slightly downgraded product, but it's still really good. One 2.5 GigE jack, WIFI6 opposed to WIFI6E, one M2 less and other than that you can argue the relevance of two dozen USB ports etc. The product has nice looks as well, in that dark design. The 50A power stages are fine, the 14+2 phases as well recommended, of course. I'd have no hesitation if I'd be on the lookout for a Z590 motherboard that's done right and one that's not too expensive.

As mentioned, the price alone is one of the biggest selling points for this board. Being able to upgrade to the latest and greatest hardware without making your wallet cry is always a nice feeling. While the performance may not be quite as good as the more expensive options, this won’t really be noticeable in the real world. If you are looking to dip your toes into the water that is Intel’s 11th Gen CPUs and the Z590 chipset, Ihave no issues with recommending this board on a budget basis.