Is the ASUS Prime Z270-A worth buying?

It is worth it only if you already own a 6th- or 7th-gen Intel CPU or find it cheap. For a new build, a current socket board gives a much better upgrade path.

Which CPUs does the Prime Z270-A support?

It supports Intel 6th-gen Skylake and 7th-gen Kaby Lake processors on LGA1151. It does not support 8th-gen or newer CPUs.

Does it support overclocking?

Yes. The Z270 chipset allows CPU and memory overclocking with unlocked K-series processors.

How much RAM can it take?

Four DDR4 slots support up to 64 GB, with speeds typically up to 3866 MHz when overclocked.

Does it have built-in Wi-Fi?

No. It has Gigabit Ethernet only, so you need a Wi-Fi card or USB adapter for wireless.

The board, I/O shield, SATA cables, SLI bridge, manual and driver disc. Check the listing for exact accessories.

Where can I buy the ASUS PRIME Z270-A?

3 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Newegg.com, SPCP.

ASUS PRIME Z270-A

Last price we saw

$69.98at SPCP, last seen Nov 2

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Our take on the ASUS PRIME Z270-A

The ASUS Prime Z270-A is a full-size ATX motherboard for Intel's 6th- and 7th-generation Core processors on the LGA1151 socket. It pairs the Z270 chipset with four DDR4 slots (up to 64 GB), dual M.2 slots, SLI and CrossFire support, and a broad set of rear ports including DisplayPort, HDMI and DVI. It is a solid, feature-rich board for a Kaby Lake or Skylake build, but it is a generation behind current platforms.

Best forBuilders with a 6th- or 7th-gen Intel CPU on handGamers who want dual-GPU SLI or CrossFire support