The ASUS ROG MAXIMUS VI EXTREME (90MB0DS0-M0EAY0) is a premium enthusiast-grade ATX desktop motherboard featuring the Intel Z87 chipset and LGA1150 socket for 4th Generation Intel Core processors. Designed for extreme overclocking, high-performance gaming, and enthusiast builds, it delivers ROG-exclusive features including OC Panel support, ROG Connect, Supreme FX audio, and comprehensive power delivery for maximum CPU and memory overclocking headroom.
Key Features
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Intel Z87 Chipset: Full overclocking support for 4th Gen Intel Core (Haswell)
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LGA1150 Socket: Compatible with Intel Core i7/i5/i3 and Xeon E3 v3 processors
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ROG OC Panel: External overclocking control panel support
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ROG Connect: Remote overclocking and monitoring via USB
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Supreme FX Audio: High-fidelity onboard audio for gaming
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Extreme Power Delivery: Robust VRM for maximum overclocking headroom
Technical Specifications
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Part Number: 90MB0DS0-M0EAY0
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Chipset: Intel Z87
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Socket: LGA1150 (Socket H3)
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Form Factor: ATX
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Memory Slots: 4x DDR3 (up to 32GB)
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PCIe Slots: Multiple PCIe 3.0 x16 for multi-GPU
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Storage: SATA 6Gb/s, M.2, mSATA
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USB: USB 3.0, USB 2.0
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Audio: Supreme FX (ROG)
Use Cases
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Extreme Overclocking: Maximum CPU and memory OC with ROG OC Panel
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High-Performance Gaming: Multi-GPU gaming builds on LGA1150 platform
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Enthusiast Workstation: High-end content creation and rendering
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Benchmark Platform: Competitive overclocking and hardware testing
Compatibility Notes
- Compatible with Intel 4th Gen Core (Haswell) and Xeon E3 v3 LGA1150 processors
- Requires DDR3 memory (DDR4 not supported)
- Compatible with standard ATX cases
- ROG OC Panel sold separately
Frequently Asked Questions
- What processors are compatible with the MAXIMUS VI EXTREME?
- It supports Intel 4th Gen Core (i3/i5/i7 Haswell) and Xeon E3 v3 processors in LGA1150 socket.
- Does this board support DDR4 memory?
- No — the MAXIMUS VI EXTREME uses DDR3 memory. DDR4 is not compatible with the Z87/LGA1150 platform.
- What is ROG Connect?
- ROG Connect allows you to monitor and adjust overclocking settings remotely via a USB connection to another PC using the ROG Connect software.
Product Details
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Part Number: 90MB0DS0-M0EAY0
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Manufacturer: ASUS
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Model: ROG MAXIMUS VI EXTREME
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Product Type: ATX Gaming Motherboard
Whether you are building an extreme overclocking rig, assembling a high-performance gaming PC, or deploying a benchmark platform on the LGA1150 architecture, the ASUS ROG MAXIMUS VI EXTREME (90MB0DS0-M0EAY0) delivers the ROG features, power delivery, and overclocking capability your enthusiast build demands.
