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ASUS ROG Maximus Z890 Hero Motherboard
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Unleash Next-Gen Power with the ASUS ROG Maximus Z890 Hero
Engineered for the future of elite gaming and AI-driven performance, the ROG Maximus Z890 Hero motherboard is the definitive foundation for your next build. It is meticulously designed to harness the full potential of Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) on the new LGA1851 socket. Experience a new era of intelligent system optimization with ASUS-exclusive AI technologies, including AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and AI Networking II, which work in concert to simplify setup and dramatically boost performance. The board's robust 22+1+2+2 power stage design ensures stable, efficient power delivery for even the most demanding CPUs, while the sophisticated thermal design with large heatsinks keeps your system cool under pressure.
Dominate with Unprecedented Speed and Connectivity
The ROG Maximus Z890 Hero is built for speed. It features extensive Gen 5 support, including a PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot ready for the latest graphics cards and an incredible six M.2 slots, three of which are PCIe 5.0-ready for blistering storage speeds of up to 16 GB/s. Memory performance is taken to the extreme with support for up to 256GB of DDR5 RAM, with overclocking potential reaching 9200+ MT/s thanks to technologies like NitroPath DRAM and AEMP III. Connectivity is state-of-the-art, featuring Wi-Fi 7 for ultra-fast wireless speeds up to 5.8Gbps, dual Thunderbolt™ 4 ports for 40 Gbps bidirectional bandwidth, and both 5Gb and 2.5Gb Ethernet ports for high-speed wired networking. The front panel also boasts a USB 20Gbps Type-C® connector with Quick Charge 4+ technology for rapid device charging.
Intelligent Design, Ultimate Customization
Beyond its raw power, the ROG Maximus Z890 Hero offers a suite of user-friendly features and aesthetic customization. The innovative Polymo Lighting II on the I/O shroud displays a mesmerizing two-layer RGB effect, allowing for a unique and personalized look. DIY-friendly features like the PCIe Slot Q-Release and M.2 Q-Latch simplify the building and upgrading process. The board also includes a premium ROG SupremeFX ALC4082 audio codec for immersive, high-fidelity sound in games and entertainment. Prepare for the next wave of advanced AI PCs with a motherboard that combines cutting-edge technology, intelligent controls, and the legendary ROG aesthetic.
| CPU | |
|---|---|
| Socket | Intel® Socket LGA1851 for Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) |
| Turbo Boost | Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 |
| Chipset | |
| Chipset | Intel® Z890 Chipset |
| Memory | |
| Memory Slots | 4 x DIMM slots |
| Max Memory | Max. 256GB, DDR5 |
| Supported Speed | Up to 9200+ MT/s (OC) |
| Architecture | Dual Channel Memory Architecture |
| Features | Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP), AEMP III, DIMM Flex, NitroPath DRAM Technology |
| Expansion Slots | |
| PCIe 5.0 | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot |
| PCIe 4.0 | 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot, 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1 Slot |
| Storage | |
| M.2 Slots | 6 x M.2 slots total |
| PCIe 5.0 M.2 | 1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4), 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4) |
| PCIe 4.0 M.2 | 3 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| SATA | 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports |
| Other | 1 x SlimSAS connector (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 or SATA mode) |
| Networking | |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7, supporting 320MHz bandwidth, up to 5.8Gbps transfer rate |
| Ethernet | 1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet, 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth v5.4 |
| Back Panel I/O Ports | |
| Thunderbolt | 2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 USB Type-C® ports |
| USB | 5 x USB 10Gbps (4 x Type-A + 1 x Type-C®), 4 x USB 5Gbps (4 x Type-A) |
| Video Output | 1 x HDMI™ port, DisplayPort via Thunderbolt™ 4 |
| Audio | Optical S/PDIF out, 2 x Gold-plated audio jacks |
| Other | BIOS FlashBack™ Button, Clear CMOS Button, Wi-Fi 7 Antennas |
| Internal I/O Connectors | |
| Front Panel USB | 1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C® with QC4+ support, 1 x USB 10Gbps Type-C® |
| Form Factor | |
| Form Factor | ATX |
Manufacturer Technical Data
| Product Spec Sheet | Not available for this product |
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