Asus ROG Maximus Z890 Extreme

The ROG Maximus Z890 Extreme is the ultimate expression of cutting-edge motherboard technology and performance. Discover the upper limits of Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors, DDR5 modules, PCIe 5.0 graphics cards, NVMe storage, USB connectivity, Thunderbolt functionality and more, all wrapped up in a sleek package featuring a full-colour 5-inch LCD screen that can display vibrant imagery or live system stats to suit your personal tastes.

News & Updates

Please visit Asus Website to check and download the latest updates.
The Thunderbolt 5 features on this motherboard are only supported in Windows 11. To ensure the best experience, please install Windows 11 and update to the latest version to access the latest inbox drivers.

CPU

Support Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2), LGA1851
Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0**

* Refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for CPU support list.
** Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types.

Chipset

Intel Z890 Chipset

Memory

4 x DIMM slots, max. 192GB, DDR5
Support up to 9200+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Un-buffered, Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)*
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III)
Supports DIMM Flex
DIMM Fit
NitroPath DRAM Technology

* Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration. For more information please refer to the CPU/Memory Support List under the Support tab of the product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/. Adjustments will be made based on the specifications of mass-produced memory products available on the market.
* Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.

Graphics

1 x HDMI Port**
2 x Intel Thunderbolt 5 ports (USB Type-C®) support DisplayPort and Thunderbolt video outputs***

* Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to www.intel.com for updates.
** Supports max. 8K@60Hz with DSC as specified in HDMI 2.1.
*** Supports up to 1 × 8K@60Hz (DSC mode) + 2 × 4K@60Hz monitors. It is recommended to chain-connect the monitors using a verified Thunderbolt cable.
**** For resolution support please check DisplayPort 2.1 specifications. Bandwidth limited by DisplayPort 2.1 up to 77.4 Gbit/s.
***** In Thunderbolt™ 4 mode, supports up to 8K@60Hz ×1 with DSC, maximum total bandwidth up to 23.8Gbps. For resolution support please check DisplayPort 2.1 specifications. In DP Alt Mode, supports up to UHBR20.
****** VGA resolution support depends on processor or graphics card capabilities.
******* While installing the operating system, ensure your monitor is connected to the HDMI port on the rear I/O panel or to a discrete graphics card.

Expansion Slots

Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)*
2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slots (supports x16 or x8/x8 or x8/x4/x4 modes)**

Intel Z890 Chipset**
1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 slot

* Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/).
** M.2_3 & M.2_4 share bandwidth with PCIEX16(G5)_2. When M.2_3 is enabled, PCIEX16(G5)_1 will run x8 and PCIEX16(G5)_2 will run x4. When both M.2_3 and M.2_4 are enabled, PCIEX16(G5)_1 will run x8 and PCIEX16(G5)_2 will be disabled.

To ensure compatibility of installed devices, please refer to ASUS Download Center for the list of supported peripherals.

Storage

Total supports up to 6 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports*

Support Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)*
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4)**
M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)**

Intel Z890 Chipset
DIMM.2_1 slot (Key M) via ROG Q-DIMM.2, type 2230/2242/2260/2280/22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
DIMM.2_2 slot (Key M) via ROG Q-DIMM.2, type 2230/2242/2260/2280/22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports

* Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10. CPU-connected M.2 slots support RAID 0/1/5.
** M.2_3 & M.2_4 share bandwidth with PCIEX16(G5)_2. When M.2_3 is enabled, PCIEX16(G5)_1 will run x8 and PCIEX16(G5)_2 will run x4. When both are enabled, PCIEX16(G5)_2 will be disabled.

Ethernet

1 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet
1 x Marvell AQtion 10Gb Ethernet
ASUS LANGuard

Wireless & Bluetooth

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

* Wi-Fi features may vary depending on the operating system.
Windows 11 version 24H2 or later is required for full Wi-Fi 7 functionality. Windows 11 21H2/22H2/23H2 support Wi-Fi 6E only. Windows 10 supports Wi-Fi 6 only.
** Wi-Fi 6GHz availability varies by country.
*** Bluetooth version may vary. Refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications.

USB

Rear USB (10 Ports)
2 x Thunderbolt 5 (USB Type-C)
1 x USB 20Gbps (USB Type-C)
7 x USB 10Gbps (5 x Type-A + 2 x USB Type-C)

Front USB (10 Ports)
1 x USB 20Gbps connector (USB Type-C, up to 60W PD/QC4+)
1 x USB 10Gbps connector (USB Type-C)
2 x USB 5Gbps headers (4 ports)
2 x USB 2.0 headers (4 ports)
USB Type-C power delivery output: max. 5V/3A
* USB Type-C PD output: 5/9/15/20V max. 3A, PPS: 3.3–21V max. 3A

Audio

ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4082**
- Impedance sensing for front and rear headphone outputs
- Supports jack detection, multi-streaming and front panel MIC jack-retasking
- 120dB SNR stereo playback and 110dB SNR recording
- Supports up to 32-bit/384kHz playback on the front panel

Audio Features
- SupremeFX Shielding Technology
- ESS ES9219 QUAD DAC
- LED-illuminated audio jacks
- Rear optical S/PDIF output
- Premium audio capacitors

* A chassis with an HD Audio front panel module is required for 7.1 surround sound.
** The rear LINE OUT port does not support spatial audio. For spatial audio, connect your output device to the front panel audio jack or use a USB audio device.