ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO GAMING WIFI LGA1851 DDR5 RGB Gaming ATX Motherboard

ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO GAMING WIFI LGA1851 DDR5 RGB Gaming ATX Motherboard

The ROG Maximus Z890 Hero unlocks the full potential of the latest Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) with exclusive AI technologies, a robust power design, optimized cooling, PCIe 5.0 support, DDR5 memory, and WiFi 7. In addition, it delivers an iconic ROG aesthetic featuring sharp lines and dynamic Polymo II lighting around the logo.

• AI Networking II – intelligently optimizes network performance to harness the full speed of WiFi 7.
• AI Overclocking – automatic, intelligent CPU tuning for maximum performance.
• AI Cooling II – balances thermal performance and system acoustics with a single click.
• NPU Boost – a BIOS feature that overclocks the integrated NPU in Intel Core™ Ultra processors, boosting AI performance by up to 24%.
• PCIe 5.0 Support – 1x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for graphics cards and up to 3x M.2 Gen 5 slots for ultra-fast SSDs.
• DDR5 Memory – support for up to 256 GB, enhanced with ASUS NitroPath DRAM technology for exceptional stability and speed.
• Thunderbolt 4 – high-speed ports for lightning-fast data transfers, display output, and power delivery.
• Robust Power Design – 20+1 phase VRM built with premium components to ensure stable operation even under extreme workloads.
• EZ PC DIY Features – quick-release mechanisms for M.2 and PCIe slots, Q-Code LED, and FlexKey for effortless building and troubleshooting.
• Advanced Cooling – massive heatsinks for the VRM and M.2 SSDs, integrated fan headers, and liquid cooling support.
• ROG SupremeFX Audio – premium audio solution delivering crystal-clear sound for gaming and multimedia.

Why choose the ROG Maximus Z890 Hero? This motherboard is engineered for demanding power users who require top-tier performance, next-gen compatibility, and effortless upgradability. The combination of PCIe 5.0, DDR5, WiFi 7, and advanced AI features ensures your system is primed for future component generations and intensive AI workloads.

Manufacturer Information:
ASUSTeK Computer Inc. No. 15, Li-De Road, Beitou District, Taipei 112 Taiwan email@asus.com Responsible Safety Officer: ASUS Europe Paasheuvelweg 25, 1105 Amsterdam Netherlands acwb_st_consumer@asus.com

Manufacturer Code: 90MB1ID0-M0EAY0

EAN Code: 4711387747223

Manufacturer: ASUS

Clearance: No

Socket: LGA1851

Chipset: Intel Z890

Form Factor: ATX

Memory: 4x DIMM DDR5, up to 256 GB, up to 9200+ MT/s (OC), supports Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)

Expansion Slots: Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
1x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (supports x16 or x8/x4/x4 mode)
Intel Z890 Chipset
1x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
1x PCIe 4.0 x1 slot

SATA/IDE: 4x SATA 6Gb/s

Storage: Supports up to 6x M.2 slots, 1x SlimSAS connector, and 4x SATA 6Gb/s
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 2242/2260/2280 (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 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_6 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
4x SATA 6Gb/s

Audio: ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4082

Networking: 1x Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet port, 1x Realtek 5 Gb Ethernet

Rear Panel I/O Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C
5x USB 10Gbps (4x Type-A + 1x USB Type-C)
4x USB 5Gbps (4x Type-A)
1x HDMI
1x Wi-Fi Module
1x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet
1x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet
2x Gold-plated audio jacks
1x Optical S/PDIF out
1x BIOS FlashBack button
1x Clear CMOS button

Internal I/O Connectors: 1x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1x 4-pin AIO Pump header
4x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
1x W_PUMP+ header
1x 24-pin Main Power connector
2x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connectors
1x 8-pin PCIe Power connector
6x M.2 slots (Key M)
4x SATA 6Gb/s ports
1x SlimSAS connector
1x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C)
1x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C)
2x USB 5Gbps headers support 4 additional USB 5Gbps ports
2x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
3x Addressable Gen 2 headers
1x Alteration PCIe mode switch
1x FlexKey button
1x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO)
1x ReTry button
1x Start button
1x 10-1 pin System Panel header
1x Thermal Sensor header
1x Thunderbolt (USB4) header

Additional Features: Wi-Fi 7
2x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency bands
Supports Wi-Fi 7 320MHz bandwidth, up to 5.8Gbps transfer rate
Bluetooth v5.4*

*BT version may vary

Warranty: 36 months