Asus Tuf Gaming Z890-Pro WiFi LGA1851 ATX Motherboard

ASUS TUF Gaming Z890-PRO WiFi Z890 LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard, Intel® Core™ Ultra Series 2 Ready, Advanced AI PC-Ready, 16+1+2+1 Stages, DDR5, PCIe® 5.0, Thunderbolt 4 Type-C, 4X M.2, Wi-Fi 7, 2.5Gb

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: Ready for Intel Core Ultra Processors (series 2)
• Exclusive AI: AI Cooling II and AI Networking II to simplify setup and improve performance
• Robust Power Solution: 16+1+2+1 80A DrMOS power stages with ProCool power connectors, 8-layer PCB, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
• Optimized Thermal Design: Large VRM heatsinks, M.2 and PCH heatsinks, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4 with AI Cooling II
• Latest M.2 Support: One onboard PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot with cooling solution and three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots
• Abundant Connectivity: Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C ports, front panel USB 20Gbps Type-C port, Thunderbolt (USB4) header support
• High-Performance Networking: On-board Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna and Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet
• DIY Friendly Design: M.2 Q-Release, PCIe Q-Release Slim, M.2 Q-Latch, Q-Antenna, Q-Dashboard, Q-LED, BIOS FlashBack button and pre-mounted I/O shield
• Unmatched Personalization: three Addressable Gen 2 headers, all configurable with ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting

ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PRO WIFI takes all the essential elements of the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) processors and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive cooling system, this motherboard goes beyond expectations with rock-solid and stable performance for marathon gaming. TUF GAMING motherboards also undergo rigorous endurance testing to ensure that they can handle conditions where others may fail. This platform delivers the power and connectivity that advanced AI PC applications demand.

Intelligent

Complete AI Solution

ASUS AI Solutions – including AI Advisor, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II for thermal control and AI Networking II for real-time bandwidth optimization – offer smart assistance, one click overclocking, efficient cooling and new levels of ultrafast connectivity.​

AI Advisor

ASUS AI Advisor is an ASUS technical expert that's always available to answer your questions. Owners of compatible ASUS motherboards can interact with this AI-powered technology using natural language to learn more about their hardware. For DIY beginners, it can provide easy-to-understand explanations of one-click optimization features like AI Overclocking and AI Cooling II, and for seasoned PC-building veterans, it can offer guidance and instructions on the latest features offered by ASUS.

Overclocking

NPU Boost

The integrated NPU in Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) efficiently accelerates AI workflows — and NPU Boost lets you do more with it. This BIOS feature overclocks the NPU with just one click, increasing performance by up to 24%.

Intelligent Control

UEFI BIOS

The UEFI interface delivers easy-to-use configuration options for PC beginners, and advanced features for veterans.

Performance

Premium Power Design

Stable power is crucial for maximizing the performance of Intel processors. The motherboard is designed to meet the needs of high-core-count CPUs. It features 16(80A) + 1(80A) + 2(80A) + 1(80A) power stages that integrate high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into packages rated for up to 80A each. This configuration ensures optimal power delivery, efficiency, stability and performance for both current and future Intel processors.

Performance

Memory & Storage

DRAM Overclocking Performance

Comprehensive memory tuning options are the cornerstone of TUF GAMING motherboards. With the motherboard, you can extract all the potential out of your DDR5 modules*, whether they're from an extreme-speed kit or an entry-level set that would otherwise be locked.

* Memory overclocking may vary between CPU series. Please refer to the spec table for detailed information.

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. Through a two-phase comprehensive tuning process, AEMP III first optimizes the clock driver and then the memory frequency. This results in the best balance between performance and stability, even at cutting-edge speeds of DDR5-8000 or higher.*

Connectivity

Empowering Connection

This motherboard offers a versatile range of connectivity with PCIe 5.0, Thunderbolt™ 4 and front USB 20Gbps Type-C® connectors with Fast Charge support.

PCIe 5.0 for Graphics Card​

PCIe 5.0 offers twice the data transfer speed of PCIe 4.0, making it robust enough to handle new data-heavy tasks. PCIe 5.0 also brings other benefits, such as electrical changes to improve signal integrity, backward-compatible CEM connectors for add-in cards and backward compatibility with previous versions of the PCIe bus.

Thunderbolt™ 4 Support

Each port delivers up to 40Gbps of bi-directional bandwidth for the latest super-speed devices and drives. Both ports can be employed for up to two external 4K displays.

Front USB 20Gbps Type-C®

This motherboard features a USB 20Gbps Type-C® front panel connector for speedy data transfers of up to 20Gbps. And it offers Power Delivery (PD) 3.0 technology to provide up to 30W of quick charging.​

Gaming

Ultrafast Networking

Provide a feature-packed high-performance gaming package, with ultrafast networking for smoother online gameplay.

Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet

On-board Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet kicks your LAN connection up a notch by improving bandwidth speeds up to 2.5X faster than 1Gb connections.​

WiFi 7

WiFi 7 ensures stable connections and low latency.​

ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna

ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna delivers up to 18% stronger wireless signal reception compared to the previous generation.