Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 E-ATX motherboard, Advanced AI PC-ready, 24+2+1+2 power stages, NPU Boost, DDR5 slots with NitroPath DRAM Technology, DIMM Flex, AEMP III, WiFi 7 with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, 3D VC M.2 Heatsink, three PCIe® 5.0 M.2 slots and one PCIe 4.0 slot onboard with ROG M.2 PowerBoost, two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots on ROG Q-DIMM.2 card, two PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots with PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim and full support for next-gen graphics cards, PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, two Thunderbolt™ 5 ports, USB 20Gbps Type-C® front-panel connector, ASUS AI Advisor, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking II and Full Color 5” LCD Display.
ASUS AI INTELLIGENCE
AI NETWORKING II
AI Networking II combines intelligent technologies to continuously optimize network performance, provide trustworthy and seamless connectivity, and unleash the full speed of WiFi 7*.
ai OVERCLOCKING
Tuning is now faster and smarter than ever before.
AI COOLING II
Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click.
ASUS AI ADVISOR
Using AI technology to understand natural-language questions or scenario descriptions, ASUS AI Advisor allows users to explore the functionality and advanced features of ASUS motherboards in a simple and straightforward way.
Performance
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%.
DIFFERENTIAL SENSING
Conventional motherboards use single-ended sensing tapped from a location that isn't ideal, leading to a large disparity between the actual voltage fed to the CPU and the value reported to software. The ROG Maximus Z890 Extreme features a differential-sensing circuit and delicate IC that simplify overclocking and tuning by allowing you to track voltages more accurately.
MEMORY
DDR5 DOMINATION
Thanks to improved signal routing, now enthusiast-grade kits can be driven far beyond the 9 GT/s mark on the ROG Maximus Z890 Extreme*.
NitroPath DRAM Technology
Frequency up to 400 MT/s higher
Slot retention force enhanced by 57%
DIMM Fit / DIMM Fit Pro
DIMM Fit is an ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature that precisely analyzes individual memory modules to optimize performance and pinpoint potential issues; whereas DIMM Fit Pro is an advanced option that provides more extensive customizability for memory optimization.
DIMM FLEX
DIMM Flex employs specialized circuitry that can boost performance or address potential stability issues, depending on temperature readings
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.
cooling
Thermal Management
Multiple temperature sources
4-pin fan headers
M.2 Slots with ROG M.2 PowerBoost
The ROG Maximus Z890 Extreme features ROG M.2 PowerBoost, which enables all M.2 devices to operate simultaneously at optimal performance.
PCIE 5.0
Fully embracing the new standard, the ROG Maximus Z890 Extreme offers abundant Gen 5 support to give unfettered bandwidth to the fastest SSDs and graphics cards available.
UEFI BIOS
The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as more comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
BIOS Q-DASHBOARD
Simplify your motherboard configuration with BIOS Q-Dashboard. Its intuitive visual representation of hardware connections and corresponding BIOS settings takes the complexity out of setting up your system. Upgrade now, and discover the power of BIOS Q-Dashboard to easily and efficiently enhance your computing setup.
SOFTWARE
ASUS DriverHub
ASUS DriverHub streamlines the installation and management of ASUS drivers and utilities to keep your hardware up-to-date and performing optimally. This standalone application automatically detects current driver versions and presents available updates in a list view. By default, it supports ASUS motherboards, and users are invited to install ASUS DriverHub after OS installation. Additionally, ASUS DriverHub offers one-click installation and update checks, making it easier for users to keep their systems running smoothly and efficiently.
PERSONALIZATION
Boundless creativity, endless style.
The ROG Maximus Z890 Extreme features a full-color 5-inch LCD screen that can show exclusive ROG animations, system information and even personalized services* through Armoury Crate, empowering gamers to define their unique style on a vibrant display.