Asus ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI Motherboard PC base #####Intel® 1851 Form factor (details) ATX Motherboard chipset Int

Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 ATX motherboard, Advanced AI PC-ready, 16+1+2+2 power levels, DDR5 slots, DIMM Flex, AEMP III, WiFi 7 with Asus WiFi Q-antenna, five M.2 slots, one PCIe® 5.0 NVMe® SSD slot with M.2 Q-release, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot with PCIe slot Q-release slim and full support for next-generation graphics cards, two Thunderbolt™ 4 ports, USB 10Gbps type C®rear I/O port with up to 30 watt Power delivery fast, NPU boost, Asus AI Advisor, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking II and Polymo Lighting

With Thunderbolt™ 4, PCIe® 5.0, and Polymo lighting, ROG STRIX Z890-A delivers lightning-fast data transfers, exceptional connectivity, and a customizable aesthetic that can be discreet or daring. This motherboard provides the performance and speed needed for elite gaming and the demands of advanced AI PC applications.

Asus AI INTELLIGENCE

Asus AI ADVISOR
Using AI technology to understand natural language questions or scenario descriptions, the Asus AI Advisor enables users to explore the functionality and advanced features of the Asus motherboards in a simple and easy way.

AI OVER-CLOCKING
Asus AI Overclocking creates profiles for the CPU and the cooling in order to determine the optimum configuration and to bring the system to its limits.

AI COOLING II
Match the temperatures and noise levels of each build with a single click.

AI NETWORKING II
AI Networking II combines intelligent technologies to continuously optimize network performance, provide a trusted and seamless connection, and unlock the full speed of WiFi 7*.
*Features may vary by model.

Performance
OVER CLOCKING

NPU BOOST
The integrated NPU in the Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (2 series) speeds up AI workflows efficiently - and with NPU Boost you can do even more with it. This BIOS feature overclocks the NPU with just one click and increases performance by up to 24%.
* Overclocking performance may vary depending on CPU series and motherboard used.
** The tests were performed using a Intel Arrow Lake QS Q2HA Ultra 9 285K processor, ROG Maximus Z890 Extreme motherboard, a GeForce RTX™ 4090 24GB graphics card and XPG Lancer DDR5 memory modules (model AX5U6000C4016G).

Performance
STORAGE

DDR5 strength
ROG has a long tradition in providing top-class storage performance and DDR5 is no exception. Enhanced signal guidance allows enthusiasts to go beyond the 8 GT/s limit of the Strix Z890-A, and even higher speeds are in sight. For experienced users, the UEFI offers a wide range of options to optimize performance and limit performance.

DIMM FIT
DIMM Fit is a Asus-exclusive BIOS feature that accurately analyzes individual memory modules to optimize performance and identify potential problems. This provides for highest efficiency, compatibility and system stability.

Whether you're an overclocker looking for ultimate performance, a competitor seeking the fastest-performing gameplay, or a content creator that's built to rock-solid stability, DIMM Fit offers enhancements that are tailored to your needs and hardware configuration.

AEMP III
Asus Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III) is an advanced firmware function, which enables the users to achieve an incomparable memory performance with the latest CUDIMM-memory. In a two-stage, comprehensive tuning process, AEMP III first optimizes the clock driver and then the memory frequency. The result is an optimal balance between performance and stability, even at top speeds of DDR5-8000 or higher.*

*Results may vary depending on individual system specifications. Currently, only 2 DIMM configurations are supported. The results are based on a Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor and 2x16GB SK Hynix DDR5-6400 Clocked Unbuffered DIMM RAM model HMCG78AHBCA326N.

DIMM Flex
DIMM Flex offers enthusiasts a powerful new possibility of overclocking their DDR5 memory module. Depending on the measured temperatures, special circuits are used to increase the power or to solve possible stability problems. If temperatures are normal, the additional margin can be used to increase speed and efficiency. And as temperatures rise, the settings of the memory can be reduced to maintain stability.

Power solution

ROG STRIX ULTIMATE Power DESIGN
16(90A)+1(90A)+2(90A)+2(80A)
Power stage

Power
COOLING

M.2 back plate
An integrated back-plate sees to it that high-power drives can deliver high performance even with restricted air flow.

M.2 heat sink
Heat sinks cover every slot to keep the onboard NVME SSDs at optimum temperatures to ensure consistent performance and reliability.

VRM HEAT SINK ARRAY
Two thick heat sinks that cover the power area provide strategic air flow channels for improved heat dissipation while supporting the powerful Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (2 series)

CPU FAN CONNECTIONS
A dedicated pair of PWM/DC fan ports provides easy access to the CPU coolers.

AIO PUMP FAN CONNECTOR
A special PWM/DC header connects independent water cooling systems.

4-PIN FAN CONNECTIONS
The Strix Z890-A has five chassis fan headers, each supporting automatic detection of PWM or DC fans.​

LEADING CONNECTIVITY

WIFI 7
The revolutionary Wi-Fi 7 is up to 4.8 times faster than the standard WiFi 6*, thanks to technologies such as 320 MHz channels** in the 6 GHz band and 4K QAM*. Multi-link operation (MLO) ensures a more stable Wi-Fi connection and lower latency, WAS opens up new possibilities for games, streaming and industrial IoT.

Asus WiFi Q-antenna
Two transceivers support the 2.4-, 5- and 6-GHz band, in order to enable a faster data throughput, with direction sensitivity, in order to improve the signal quality and to bridge larger distances.
Disclaimer: The availability of WiFi 7 160 GHz and 320 GHz varies according to local regulations.

Improvement of wireless signal reception
As compared to the previous generation of antennas

Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet
Built-in Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet provides speed boost for your wired connection. 2.5 times the speed of standard Ethernet connections enable fast file transfers, low-latency games and high-resolution video streaming.

PCIe 5.0
The Strix Z890-A provides end-to-end PCIe 5.0 support and the top x16 expansion slot is protected with a SafeSlot bracket to support the weight of the latest graphics cards. An integrated M.2 slot is designed for rapid read and write speeds of up to 16 GB/s, while the other slots can still transfer an impressive 8 GB/s. And each M.2-slot is equipped with massive heatsinks, in order to dissipate the heat of the Next-Gen-drives.

TWO THUNDERBOLT 4 TYPE-C® CONNECTORS
Each port offers a bi-directional bandwidth of up to 40 Gbit/s for the latest super-speed devices and drives. Both ports can be used for up to two external 4K screens and the PCIe bandwidth is up to 32 Gbps

USB VIDEO WATCH
The USB Wattage Watcher allows you to monitor the current wattage of a device connected to the rear USB 10Gbps Type C® I/O port. The USB Wattage Watcher lets you check the wattage of your device in real time and check the quick charge status of your device.

DOLBY ATMOS
ROG and Dolby® have joined forces to provide users with superior gaming audio quality. Dolby Atmos extends conventional surround sound systems with high-pitch channels that enable three-dimensional sound to be heard from above, below and around the listener.

Supreme FX
ROG SupremeFX is a unique combination of hardware and software technologies that deliver superior sound. The Strix Z890-A implementation features the ALC4080 codec for high-resolution playback of up to 32 bit/384 kHz across all channels. The output at the front is streamed through the built-in Savitech amplifier, which can provide a variety of speakers and headsets with high fidelity audio.

A specially developed circuit breaker reduces electromagnetic interferences from the motherboard and connected devices and thus provides for a clean sound.

The integrated Hi-Fi amplifier from Savitech keeps his part of the signal path with imperceptible distortion at -90dB THD+N and a signal distance of 110dB for an extremely clean output.

Instead of the conventional HDA (High Definition Audio) interface, the ALC4080 Codec uses a USB interface to deliver studio-level sound with a resolution of up to 32 bit and 384 kHz.

A metal cover protects against electromagnetic interference and maintains the integrity of the audio signals to ensure the best sound quality.

High-quality components produce a warmer, natural sound with extraordinary clarity and fidelity.

INDISPUTABLY ROG TRIX
The ROG Strix Z890-A has a simple white surface for a modern and stylish appearance, which fits effortlessly in with most of the system designs. Metallic heat sinks complement the clean design, while the subtle polymer lighting on the I/O-Shroud lets you choose between a sophisticated, minimalist look or a lively, noticeable display.

OUTSHINE THE COMPETITION
ROG STRIX boards are equipped with Asus Aura technology, which provides full lighting control and a variety of pre-settings for onboard RGB LEDs and third-party accessories. Effects can be easily synchronized with compatible ROG graphics cards, monitors, keyboards, and mice to give your setup a unified look.

Dare to be green
We at Republic of Gamers have made it our mission to create a sustainable future in which all gamers can develop on the planet we call our home.

Each step counts. As part of ROG's commitment to a more sustainable future, ROG has started to use certified recycled plastics and paper for the packaging of the board by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC™).

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