ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 EXTREME LGA 1851 E-ATX Motherboard

ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 EXTREME Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 E-ATX motherboard, Advanced AI PC-ready, 24+2+1+2 stages, DDR5, WiFi7, 2.5G/10G LAN, PCIe® 5.0 M.2, Thunderbolt™ 5, USB Type-C®, AI OC, 5” LCD Screen

Feature

• Ready for Advanced AI PCs: Designed for the future of AI computing, with the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications
• Intel LGA 1851 Socket: Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (series 2)
• Exclusive AI Technologies: ASUS AI Advisor, ASUS-exclusive AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and AI Networking II to simplify setup and improve performance
• Exclusive Overclocking & Memory Technologies: NitroPath DRAM Technology, NPU Boost, DIMM Fit, DIMM Flex and AEMP III to simplify setup and improve performance
• Robust Power Solution: 24(110A)+2(90A)+1(90A)+2(80A) power stages with ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes and premium metallic capacitors
• Optimized Thermal Design: Massive heatsinks integrated with the I/O cover, joined by an U-shaped heatpipe and connected to the power stages with high-conductivity thermal pads, and 3D VC M.2 Heatsink for a PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot
• Latest M.2 Support: Three PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots and one PCIe 4.0 M.2 slot onboard with ROG M.2 PowerBoost, two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots on ROG Q-DIMM.2 card, all with substantial cooling solutions
• Abundant Connectivity: Dual Thunderbolt 5 USB Type-C ports, USB 20Gbps Type-C front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W and USB Wattage Watcher, USB 10Gbps Type-C front-panel connector, eight additional USB 10Gbps ports, two PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots, HDMI 2.1
• High-Performance Networking: On-board Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, Marvell 10 Gb Ethernet and Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet
• DIY Friendly Design: PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, new M.2 Q-Latch, M.2 Q-Release, M.2 Q-Slide, Q-Antenna, BIOS Q-Dashboard, Q-Code, Q-LED, FlexKey button, Start button, BIOS FlashBack button, Clear CMOS button and pre-mounted I/O shield

Install up to three M.2 PCIe 5.0 SSDs alongside one PCIe 4.0 drive. Two more M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 SSDs may be added using the included Q-DIMM.2 adapter, and there are four SATA III connectors, providing you with plenty of space to store your games library, applications, and multimedia files. The four DDR5 DIMM slots support up to 192GB. With two PCIe 5.0 x16 and one PCIe 4.0 x4 slot, you can install powerful graphics cards and other compatible expansions. The rear panel features two Thunderbolt 5 ports that can transfer up to 80 Gb/s with compatible devices or connect multiple USB-C compatible 8K displays. There is also a 20 Gb/s compatible USB-C port alongside two USB-C and five USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports that work with 5 Gb/s compatible devices. Internal headers allow you to connect front panel 20 Gb/s and 10 Gb/s USB-C ports. Built-in Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) support, along with a both 2.5 and 10 Gb/s Ethernet ports, provide you with connections to compatible network devices for smooth video streaming and low-latency online games. The 5" full color LCD display may be customized with ROG animations or show hardware information. Windows 11 is required to take advantage of all this motherboard's features.

Performance

AI Equipped

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence, the ROG MAXIMUS Z890 EXTREME can boost performance with automatic AI overclocking and cooling, enhancing your games and productivity without compromising thermal capabilities. You can ask the ASUS AI Adviser questions about optimizing your system's performance and finding out more about its features.

Enhanced Power Solution

Equipped with 24(110A)+1(90A)+2(90A)+2(80A) power stages with ProCool II connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes, and durable capacitors, this motherboard delivers stable power throughout the entire motherboard, maintaining electrical volume whether you are performing simple tasks or operating at full power during resource-demanding processes.

Vapor Chamber M.2 Cooling

A 3D vapor chamber M.2 heat sink provides a large heat dissipation area, and it's connected to extended heat pipes through a temperature equalization plate to maintain optimal M.2 PCIe 5.0 SSD performance.

M.2 PowerBoost

ROG M.2 PowerBoost technology helps ensure that every onboard M.2 device operates simultaneously at optimal performance.

DIMM Fit

This ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature analyzes individual memory modules to optimize performance and pinpoint potential issues.

DIMM Flex

DIMM Flex employs specialized circuitry that can boost performance or address potential stability issues, depending on temperature readings.

AEMP III

ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III) is an advanced firmware feature that empowers users to achieve unparalleled memory performance with cutting-edge CUDIMM memory.

Gaming Audio

SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound

ROG SupremeFX audio technology delivers pristine audio with a 110 dB signal-to-noise ratio on the line-in jack. There's also a low-dropout regulator for cleaner power delivery to the SupremeFX ALC4082 codec and an integrated ESS ES9219 Quad DAC capable of reaching -114dB THD+N on the front-panel output. This combined system allows for end-to-end 32-bit, 384 kHz resolution playback that conveys the dynamics of each audio track.

Dolby Atmos

With the addition of height channels, Dolby Atmos surround sound creates an immersive audio experiences by providing the sensation of sound coming from above, below, and around the listener.

DIY Friendly

Easy M.2 Installation

ASUS M.2 Q-Release, Q-Slide, and Q-Latch technologies allow you to quickly install or remove M.2 SSDs without the need for tools or screws.

PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim

With PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, simply tilt the card toward the latching mechanism to automatically unlock it from the PCIe slot. Users no longer need to fiddle with a tricky latch or even press a button to release their graphics card from the slot.

Q-Antenna

With Q-Antenna, attaching a Wi-Fi antenna to your PC is a snap. Instead of slowly rotating two fasteners until they finally lock in, they just snap into place.

Q-LED

The on-board Q-LED troubleshooting lights give PC builders a quick indicator to confirm that key components are functioning normally during startup. It can also alert them when memory modules have not been properly installed.

Troubleshooting

A built-in start button and Q-Code LEDs help you quickly identify problems.

Clear CMOS and BIOS FlashBack

Clear the CMOS at the touch of a button to help remove data corruption from the chip. BIOS FlashBack makes BIOS updates easy. Just load the BIOS file onto a FAT32 USB stick, insert it into the BIOS FlashBack port, and press a button. No CPU or memory needed.

Software Utilities

ASUS DriverHub

Simplify driver management with automatic detection, one-click installation and update for smooth, efficient system performance.

TurboV Core

Accessed via ASUS DriverHub, TurboV Core delivers intuitive CPU tuning that can unleash performance for overclocking enthusiasts. No need to enter the BIOS. You can modify settings directly from within Windows and apply them without needing to reboot.

Thunderbolt Share

Enhance your multitasking by connecting up to two Thunderbolt compatible computers together. Seamlessly share screens, keyboards, mice, storage and files between them with the speed of Thunderbolt technology.

ASUS GlideX

Using this app enables smooth screen sharing and control across PCs, tablets, and smartphones via wired or wireless connections, across multiple platforms.

HWINFO

This comprehensive diagnostic tool provides detailed information about hardware components and real-time system monitoring.

AIDA64 Extreme

The AIDA64 Extreme tool provides detailed information about the hardware components and software, performs benchmark tests, and helps prevent possible hardware issues. A 60-day trial subscription is included.

Armoury Crate

Armoury Crate is a software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products, making it easy to tune the look and feel of your system. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate helps you customize RGB lighting and effects for compatible devices and synchronize them with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme across your system. In addition, Armoury Crate's Fan Xpert4 tool provides comprehensive control over fans, water pumps, and all-in-one (AIO) coolers.

Play in Style

LCD Display

The vibrant full-color 5" LCD screen can show exclusive ROG animations, system information, or personalized services through the Armoury Crate software.

Aura Sync

Enhance your immersion with RGB lighting effects, including modes that adapt to the on-screen action. Then synchronize them with Aura Sync compatible peripherals such as keyboards, mice, and monitors.

Addressable Gen 2 RGB headers

The three addressable Gen 2 headers automatically optimize lighting effects for the number of LEDs present on compatible ARGB gear.