ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI
ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI
The ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI motherboard harnesses all the advantages of modern Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors and combines them with gaming-oriented features and proven durability. This motherboard is equipped with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution, and a comprehensive cooling system. It will exceed your expectations, offering stable performance during gaming marathons. Furthermore, TUF GAMING motherboards undergo rigorous endurance testing to ensure they can handle conditions where other boards might fail. This platform provides the performance and connectivity required for advanced AI PC applications.
Intel Z890
Chipset
Intel 1851
Socket
ATX
Form factor
DDR5
Memory type
4×
Number of RAM slotsKey features of the ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI motherboard
- 16+1+2+1 (80A), DrMOS with premium power stages and enlarged VRM heatsinks
- Artificial intelligence features including AI Advisor, AI Cooling II and AI Networking II
- NPU Boost with a BIOS function that overclocks the NPU with a single click
- 8600+ MT/s, AEMP III, and DIMM Fit for easy application and performance enhancement
- PCIe 5.0 for next-generation graphics cards and robust processing of data-intensive tasks
- Enhanced connectivity with one Thunderbolt 4 and a front USB 20Gb/s Type-C
- Suitable for DIY PC builds with PCIe Slot Q-Release, M.2 Q-Release, M.2 Q-Slide, M.2 Q-Latch and BIOS Flashback button
- Ultrafast WiFi 7 networking with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
- Aura Sync with complete RGB lighting control
Complete AI solution
The ASUS AI solution, including AI Advisor, AI Cooling II, and AI Networking II, offers intelligent overclocking, efficient cooling, and a new level of ultrafast connectivity with real-time bandwidth optimisation. ASUS AI Advisor is an ever-present ASUS technical expert, which lets owners of compatible ASUS motherboards communicate using natural language to learn more about their hardware. It provides clear explanations of optimisation features like AI Overclocking and AI Cooling II for DIY beginners, while offering guides and instructions on current ASUS features for experienced PC builders. AI Cooling II balances the thermal and acoustic properties of any PC build with a single click. An exclusive ASUS algorithm eliminates unnecessary noise during a quick stress test and then monitors CPU temperatures to dynamically adjust the fans to optimal speeds.
Intelligent UEFI BIOS control
The UEFI interface provides easy-to-use configuration options for beginners and advanced features for experienced users, with intelligently simplified options and comprehensive functions. The BIOS Q-Dashboard simplifies motherboard configuration with an intuitive visual display of hardware connections and corresponding BIOS settings, removing the complexity of system setup and enabling easy and efficient PC setting enhancements. The integrated NPU in Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors efficiently accelerates AI-powered workflows, and the NPU Boost feature in the BIOS overclocks the NPU with a single click for up to a 24% performance increase. The intuitive advanced mode allows you to take full control, with a search function to easily find options and various advanced features for making intelligent, fine-tuned performance adjustments to satisfy demanding overclockers.
Premium power delivery and system stability
Stable power delivery is crucial for maximising the performance of Intel processors, and this motherboard is tailored to the demands of these 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 80 amps, ensuring optimal power, efficiency, stability, and performance for current and future Intel processors. The eight-layer PCB quickly dissipates heat away from the voltage regulators, which improves overall system stability and gives the processor more overclocking headroom. Certified military-grade TUF chokes deliver reliable power to the CPU and improve system stability, while TUF 5K black metallic capacitors provide 52% higher temperature tolerance and 2.5× longer lifespan than standard motherboard capacitors.
Memory and storage with advanced features
TUF GAMING motherboards offer comprehensive memory tuning features that let you unlock the full potential of DDR5 modules, whether they are from an extreme-speed kit or an entry-level set that would otherwise be locked. ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III) is an advanced firmware feature that achieves unparalleled memory performance with high-end CUDIMM memory through a two-phase comprehensive tuning process. It first optimises the clock driver and then the memory frequency, which strikes the perfect balance between performance and stability, even at top speeds of DDR5-8000 or higher. DIMM Fit is an exclusive ASUS BIOS feature that accurately analyses individual memory modules to optimise performance and identify potential issues.
Advanced cooling solution
The motherboard offers excellent cooling performance thanks to enlarged VRM heatsinks with an extensive surface area covering the MOSFETs and chokes, which improves cooling performance. Integrated AIO system management gives you complete control over PWM or DC water pumps via an AIO pump header, making it ideal for custom or all-in-one cooling solutions. Each header can dynamically reference five thermal sensors, and Fan Xpert 4 allows you to map the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards to optimise cooling for GPU- and CPU-intensive tasks. A special integrated circuit provides intelligent fan protection and protects each fan header from overheating and excessive electrical current. The expanded chipset heatsink surface area enhances system performance and heat dissipation, and all onboard fan headers support automatic detection of PWM or DC fans.
Enhanced connection and connectivity
The motherboard offers versatile connectivity options with PCIe 5.0, Thunderbolt 4, and a front USB 20Gb/s Type-C connector. PCIe 5.0 offers twice the data transfer speed of PCIe 4.0 with an aggregate bandwidth of up to 512Gb/s, making it robust enough to handle data-heavy tasks. It brings electrical changes that improve signal integrity and includes backwards-compatible connectors for previous PCIe versions. Each Thunderbolt 4 port provides up to 40Gb/s of bidirectional bandwidth for modern super-fast devices and drives. Both ports can be used to connect up to two external 4K monitors. The board is equipped with a USB 20Gb/s Type-C connector on the front panel for lightning-fast data transfers at speeds of up to 20Gb/s.
Simple PC DIY features and advanced protection
The motherboard offers a range of Q-Features that simplify component installation and maintenance without needing special tools. PCIe Slot Q-Release, with a physical button, unlocks the first PCIe slot's security latch with a single touch, significantly simplifying the process of disconnecting a card during an upgrade. M.2 Q-Release features a convenient quick-release switch for the heatsink, eliminating the need for tiny screws when installing an SSD. M.2 Q-Slide supports 2242 and 2260 sizes for easy device installation, and the innovative M.2 Q-Latch system makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD using a simple locking mechanism. SafeSlot is a reinforced metal shield integrated into the PCIe slot to ensure a card is firmly installed and to provide the highest possible data transfer speeds, while the integrated SafeDIMM cover protects memory modules and allows for their quick and reliable insertion.
Advanced protection, networking and WiFi 7
The motherboard is equipped with a comprehensive protection system including SafeSlot and SafeDIMM technologies. SafeSlot is a reinforced metal shield integrated into the PCIe slot to ensure a card is firmly installed and to provide the highest possible data transfer speeds, while the integrated SafeDIMM cover protects memory modules and allows for their quick, precise, and reliable insertion. ASUS has added special TVS diodes to increase protection against electrostatic discharge to +/- 10kV for air discharge and +/- 6kV for contact discharge, which is significantly above the industry standard. The onboard Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet improves your LAN connection, increasing bandwidth speeds by up to 2.5×. Using your existing LAN cable, you can take advantage of this network upgrade for reduced lag, smoother high-resolution video playback, and faster file transfers.
Sound and lighting
The motherboard uses the Realtek ALC1220P audio codec, designed in close collaboration with Realtek, with an unprecedented 120dB signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) for the stereo line-out and 113dB SNR for the line-in, guaranteeing perfect 7.1 surround sound quality. DTS Audio Processing enhances the audio from gaming headsets and speakers by reducing distortion and providing deeper bass, making games, films, and music sound better. It also lets you customise audio settings in music, movie, gaming, or custom modes. The TUF GAMING motherboard features edge lighting that accentuates its durable design. ASUS Aura offers complete RGB control with presets for the integrated LEDs and third-party strips, which can be synchronised with an ever-expanding portfolio of Aura-compatible hardware.
Port equipment
Storage
- SATA III ports: 4
- M.2 ports: 4
- M.2 Slot - 1× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen5
- M.2 Slot - 3× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen4
- Features: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, RAID 5
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 4 (2 headers)
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1: 2 (1 header)
- Internal USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2: 1 (1 header)
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1: 3
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2: 3
- Rear USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2: 1
- Rear USB4 Gen 3x2: 1
Graphics
- HDMI 2.1
- DisplayPort 1.4
- Graphics outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt
Sound
- Channels: 7.1
- Rear connectors: 5× 3.5mm Jack, Optical S/PDIF
Other
- Rear: BIOS FlashBack button, Wi-Fi antenna
- Power: 24-pin, 2× 8-pin
- Cooling: PWM FAN headers (4-pin) - 6, Water pump header - 4-pin
- Internal: Chassis Intrusion (JCI), 3× Addressable RGB Gen 2, COM Port header
Choosing a motherboard
When choosing a motherboard (also known as a mainboard), it's important to pay close attention to the socket type, form factor, and chipset. These are the most crucial parameters, as they ensure the board is compatible with the processor, expansion cards, and other components. The specific socket determines your choice of processor, while the other connectors will dictate which components you need for your future computer.Specifications
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