ASUS TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI) pairs the Intel Z490 chipset with LGA1200 support for 10th Gen Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors. Wireless is 2x2 Wi-Fi 6 with Bluetooth 5.1, on an ATX board measuring 30.5cm x 24.4cm.
Product released: May 1, 2020
Latest firmware version
Version 3005, released January 15, 2026
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 11:43 UTC
What's new in version 3005
1. Update Intel microcode
2. Improved system performance, stability, and device compatibility.
3. Implemented security updates.
LatestUpdate has tracked 13 versions of ASUS TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI) firmware, released between March 4, 2020 and January 15, 2026.
Version 3005 - January 15, 2026: 1. Update Intel microcode 2. Improved system performance, stability, and device compatibility. 3. Implemented security updates.
Version 2602 - February 24, 2022: 1. Improved system performance and compatibility 2. Update Windows Platform Binary Table driver for Inbox/I219/I225 LAN
Version 2401 - May 18, 2021: - Support Intel ABT function for 11th Gen Intel Core i9-11900K and i9-11900KF processors. - Improve system performance. - Improve DRAM performance.
Version 2219 - April 26, 2021: - Improve DRAM performance and stability. - Improve system performance and stability - Update AURA FW
Version 2210 - January 18, 2021: Support 11th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors Improve ReSizable BAR compatibility for NVIDIA RTX30 series graphics cards
ASUS TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI) pairs the Intel Z490 chipset with LGA1200 support for 10th Gen Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors. Wireless is 2x2 Wi-Fi 6 with Bluetooth 5.1, on an ATX board measuring 30.5cm x 24.4cm. It was originally released on May 1, 2020.
What is the latest firmware version of ASUS TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI)?
The latest firmware version of ASUS TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI) is 3005. It was released on January 15, 2026.
What changed in ASUS TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI) firmware version 3005?
ASUS TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI) firmware version 3005 includes the following changes: 1. Update Intel microcode
2. Improved system performance, stability, and device compatibility.
3. Implemented security updates.
Where can I download the latest ASUS TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI) firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest ASUS TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI) firmware (version 3005) are on ASUS's official release page: https://www.asus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/tuf-gaming/tuf-gaming-z490-plus-wi-fi/helpdesk_bios/
How often does ASUS release firmware updates for ASUS TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI)?
We have tracked 13 firmware versions of ASUS TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI). Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 621 days.
Has ASUS TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI) been discontinued?
ASUS TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI) has not received a firmware update in a long time and may be discontinued. However, some products resume updates after extended periods.
Is ASUS TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI) still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, ASUS TUF GAMING Z490-PLUS (WI-FI) received a firmware update within the last year. The most recent version is 3005.