Asus ROG Strix Z890-E Gaming WIFI Intel LGA1851 ATX Gaming Motherboard

Unlock the pinnacle of gaming performance for your Intel LGA1851 build with robust power delivery and high-speed connectivity.

Quick Specs

• Engineered for Intel LGA1851 processors, providing a stable foundation for peak performance.
• Robust power delivery system ensures consistent, unthrottled performance for demanding CPUs.
• High-speed connectivity, including Wi-Fi 7 and multiple PCIe 5.0 slots, for next-generation gaming.
• Advanced cooling solutions to maintain optimal temperatures during intense gaming sessions.
• Integrated AI Overclocking and AI Cooling for effortless performance tuning and system stability.

Engineered for the elite South African gamer, the Asus ROG Strix Z890 motherboard is the command centre for your ultimate PC build.

This is not merely a component; it is the heart of a high-performance machine, meticulously crafted for those who demand uncompromising speed, stability, and connectivity. For the gamer who understands that every millisecond counts and every component must perform flawlessly, this Z890 motherboard offers a tangible advantage. It serves as the robust platform for Intel LGA1700 processors, ensuring you have the power to dominate any digital battlefield. When the challenge demands precision and raw power, the ROG Strix Z890 delivers, cutting through the noise with undeniable capability.

Unleash unprecedented processing power

At its core, the ROG Strix Z890 motherboard is engineered to harness the full potential of Intel LGA1700 processors. Its advanced power delivery system, featuring premium chokes and durable capacitors, provides the stable, clean power required for overclocking and sustained high-demand tasks. This means your CPU can operate at its peak performance, ensuring smoother frame rates, faster load times, and more responsive gameplay. This robust foundation is critical for any Asus gaming motherboard build aspiring to the highest echelons of gaming performance.

A gateway to next-generation gaming

The Z890 platform redefines connectivity, and the ROG Strix Z890 motherboard is at the forefront. Featuring PCIe 5.0 support for both graphics cards and NVMe SSDs, you unlock the fastest data transfer speeds available, drastically reducing load times and enhancing overall system responsiveness. Combined with the blistering speed of Wi-Fi 7, online gaming becomes a seamless, low-latency experience, ensuring you are always one step ahead of the competition. This Z890 motherboard is built to support the cutting edge of PC gaming technology, making it a premier choice among motherboards.

Intelligent control for peak performance

Asus's renowned AI technologies are integrated to simplify complex tuning. AI Overclocking intelligently optimises your CPU performance based on system loads and temperatures, providing a personalised boost without manual intervention. AI Cooling proactively manages fan speeds, ensuring optimal thermal performance and quiet operation. This intelligent automation allows you to focus on your game, confident that your hardware is performing at its absolute best, making it an ideal choice for both seasoned builders and those new to the enthusiast PC space seeking quality motherboards.

FEATURES:

• Dominate the competition with robust power delivery designed for Intel LGA1700 processors, ensuring unthrottled performance.
• Experience blazing-fast data transfer and next-generation gaming with PCIe 5.0 support for graphics cards and NVMe SSDs.
• Achieve seamless online gameplay and rapid downloads with the integrated Wi-Fi 7 connectivity.
• Maintain optimal system temperatures and acoustics with intelligent AI Cooling technology.
• Unlock peak CPU performance effortlessly with AI Overclocking, tailored to your system's capabilities.
• Enjoy enhanced audio immersion with high-fidelity onboard audio solutions.
• Streamline your build process with user-friendly features and comprehensive BIOS options.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• CPU
  • Intel® Socket LGA1851 for Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors(Series 2)
  • Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0**
  • * Refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for CPU support list.
  • ** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types.
• Chipset
  • Intel® Z890 Chipset
• Memory
  • 4 x DIMM slots, max. 256GB, DDR5
  • Support up to 9200+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)*
  • Dual Channel Memory Architecture
  • Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module
  • Supports DIMM Flex
  • NitroPath DRAM Technology
  • DIMM Fit
  • ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III)
• Graphics
  • 1 x DisplayPort**
  • 1 x HDMI® port***
  • 2 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 support DisplayPort and Thunderbolt™ video outputs****
• Expansion Slots
  • Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors(Series 2)*
  • 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (supports x16 or x8/x4/x4 modes)
  • Intel® Z890 Chipset
  • 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
  • * Please check PCIe bifurcation table in support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/).
  • - To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/ for the list of supported peripherals.
• Storage
  • Total supports 7 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports*
  • Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors(Series 2)*
  • M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
  • M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
  • M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)**
  • M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)**
  • Intel® Z890 Chipset
  • M.2_5 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
  • M.2_6 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
  • M.2_7 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes)
  • 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
  • * Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10, M.2 slot from CPU only supports RAID 0/1/5.
  • ** M.2_3 & M.2_4 slots share bandwidth with PCIEX16(G5). When M.2_3 & M.2_4 are occupied with SSD devices, PCIEX16(G5) will run x8 only.
• Ethernet
  • 1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet
  • ASUS LANGuard
• Wireless & Bluetooth
  • Wi-Fi 7*
  • 2x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
  • Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band**
  • Support Wi-Fi 7 320MHz bandwidth, up to 5.8Gbps transfer rate.
  • Bluetooth® v5.4***
  • *Wi-Fi features may vary depending on the operating system
  • For Windows 11, Wi-Fi 7 will require 24H2 or later version for full functions, Windows 11 21H2/22H2/23H2 only supports Wi-Fi 6E.
  • For Windows 10, only Wi-Fi 6 is supported.
  • ** Wi-Fi 6GHz frequency band and bandwidth regulatory may vary between countries.
  • *** The Bluetooth® version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications.
• USB
• Rear USB (Total 14 ports)
  • 2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 (2 x USB Type-C®)
  • 9 x USB 10Gbps ports (7 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®* + 1 x USB Type-C® with up to 30W PD Fast-charge)**
  • 3 x USB 5Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)
• Front USB (Total 11 ports)
  • 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®)
  • 2 x USB 5Gbps headers support additional 4 USB 5Gbps ports
  • 3 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 6 USB 2.0 ports
  • * USB Type-C® power delivery output: 5V/3A
  • ** USB Type-C® power delivery output: 5V/9V max. 3A, 12V max 2.5A, 15V max. 2A.
• Audio
  • ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080*
  • - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
  • - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-st