{"product_id":"asus-rog-maximus-z890-hero-intel-lga1851-atx-gaming-motherboard","title":"ASUS ROG Maximus Z890 Hero Motherboard","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eUnleash Next-Gen Power with the ASUS ROG Maximus Z890 Hero\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eEngineered 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eDominate with Unprecedented Speed and Connectivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eIntelligent Design, Ultimate Customization\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBeyond 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #000000;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003eCPU\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eSocket\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eIntel® Socket LGA1851 for Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eTurbo Boost\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eSupports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003eChipset\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eChipset\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eIntel® Z890 Chipset\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003eMemory\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eMemory Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e4 x DIMM slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eMax Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eMax. 256GB, DDR5\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eSupported Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eUp to 9200+ MT\/s (OC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eArchitecture\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eDual Channel Memory Architecture\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eSupports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP), AEMP III, DIMM Flex, NitroPath DRAM Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003eExpansion Slots\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003ePCIe 5.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003ePCIe 4.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot, 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1 Slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eM.2 Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e6 x M.2 slots total\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003ePCIe 5.0 M.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4), 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003ePCIe 4.0 M.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e3 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eSATA\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e4 x SATA 6Gb\/s ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eOther\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e1 x SlimSAS connector (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 or SATA mode)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003eNetworking\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eWi-Fi\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eWi-Fi 7, supporting 320MHz bandwidth, up to 5.8Gbps transfer rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eEthernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet, 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eBluetooth v5.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003eBack Panel I\/O Ports\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eThunderbolt\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 USB Type-C® ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eUSB\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e5 x USB 10Gbps (4 x Type-A + 1 x Type-C®), 4 x USB 5Gbps (4 x Type-A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eVideo Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e1 x HDMI™ port, DisplayPort via Thunderbolt™ 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eAudio\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eOptical S\/PDIF out, 2 x Gold-plated audio jacks\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eOther\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eBIOS FlashBack™ Button, Clear CMOS Button, Wi-Fi 7 Antennas\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003eInternal I\/O Connectors\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eFront Panel USB\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C® with QC4+ support, 1 x USB 10Gbps Type-C®\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eATX\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"ASUS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48832620298480,"sku":"ROGMAXIMUSZ890HERO","price":14681.98,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/0989\/1568\/files\/ROGMAXIMUSZ890HERO_Asus-ROG-Maximus-Z890-Hero-Intel-LGA1851-ATX-Gaming-Motherboard-Black_wr_01.jpg?v=1771265284","url":"https:\/\/nexgencomputing.co.za\/products\/asus-rog-maximus-z890-hero-intel-lga1851-atx-gaming-motherboard","provider":"NexGen Computing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}