Networking that just goes faster!
The difference between defeat and victory can be measured in milliseconds. Thats why weve equipped Z97-PRO GAMER with networking technology that puts your frags first!
Intel Gigabit Ethernet
The very latest Intel Gigabit Ethernet means faster smoother gaming ¿¿ always. Intels LAN has the serious double advantage of communicating directly with Intel CPUs and offering exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput. This significantly reduces the processors workload so theres more power for your game and your gameplay!
2X-faster UDP game-data performance
ASUS engineers used IxChariot an independent network-assessment test tool to determine just how much quicker Intel Gigabit Ethernet deals with the UDP data packets that are vital for responsive gaming. The results are in ¿¿ and with Z97-PRO GAMER your game-data packets flow up to two times (2X) faster!
LANGuard RJ45 Reinvented
Z97-PRO GAMER has the reinvented LAN Guard. Advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounted capacitors improve throughput while surge-protected and electrostatically-guarded components (ESD Guards) protect your motherboard from lightning strikes and static electricity!
Flawless audio that makes you part of the game!
ASUS Z97-PRO GAMER explodes the myth that dedicated sound cards are always better with integrated SupremeFX technology that achieves near-lossless audio quality with a remarkable signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of 115dB ¿¿ meaning you hear every sound detail. And with exclusive Sonic Radar technology pinpointing the precise direction of in-game sounds you even get a leg up in the game!
Evolve your storage speed with SATA Express
SATA Express provides up to 10Gbit/s data-transfer speeds from two PCI Express 2.0 lanes so youre all set for the next generation of super-fast SSDs. Existing SSDs consume up to 550MB/s of bandwidth which is close to the saturation point for SATA 6Gbit/s connections ¿¿ but Z97-PRO GAMERs SATA Express interface smashes this through this speed barrier. Backwardly compatible with up to two SATA drives SATA Express is the next-generation connectivity standard that ensures you and your game wont get left behind.
Faster gaming with M.2
Z97-PRO GAMER includes an M.2 socket with two native PCI Express 2.0 lanes for data-transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbit/s. This is the perfect choice for an operating system drive to make every gaming experience faster and more fun. Z97-PRO GAMER also supports Intel Rapid Storage Technology to ensure even faster access to data refresh applications automatically and awake from sleep in just seconds!
Product Highlights
- 4K/UHD support
- PCI Express 3.0 support
- Quad-GPU SLI / CrossFireX support
- GPU Boost
- Dual Intelligent Processors 5 with Digi+ VRM
