Asus TUF Gaming Z890-PRO WiFi LGA1851 DDR5 ATX Motherboard

Asus TUF Gaming Z890-PRO WiFi - Description

LGA1851 DDR5 ATX Motherboard

ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PRO WIFI is built to harness the full potential of Intel® Core™ Ultra Series 2 processors, combining essential performance features with gaming-ready capabilities and proven durability. Designed with military-grade components, an enhanced power delivery system, and an efficient cooling solution, this motherboard delivers reliable, high-performance operation ideal for extended gaming sessions. It’s also put through extensive endurance testing to ensure it stands up to demanding conditions. This platform is engineered to meet the power and connectivity needs of advanced AI-driven PC applications.

Performance:

This motherboard is designed for Intel® Core™ Ultra (Series 2) processors, delivering robust performance with a 16+1+2+1 power stage configuration (80A each). It supports 4 DDR5 DIMM slots in dual-channel mode with AEMP III for enhanced memory performance. Expansion includes one PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot, one PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4 mode), one PCIe 4.0 x4, and two PCIe 4.0 x1 slots. For storage, it offers four M.2 slots: one PCIe 5.0 x4 (2242/2260/2280), two PCIe 4.0 x4 (2280 and 2280/22110), and one PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA (2242/2260/2280), providing high-speed connectivity and flexibility for modern builds.

Cooling:

The motherboard features an advanced cooling design with dedicated VRM heatsinks, a chipset heatsink, and three heatsinks covering its four M.2 slots for optimal storage performance. It includes CPU and CPU OPT fan headers, an AIO pump header, and four chassis fan headers, ensuring efficient airflow and thermal management for stable system operation.

Gaming Immersion:

This motherboard enhances gaming immersion with the Realtek ALC1220P audio codec and exclusive DTS audio processing, delivering rich, high-quality sound. It features premium audio components, including shielding, dedicated PCB layers, a TUF Gaming audio cover, a de-pop circuit, and a rear optical S/PDIF out port for clear, immersive audio. For customizable visuals, it includes Aura Edge Lighting along with three addressable Gen2 RGB headers, allowing dynamic lighting effects to match your setup.

Connectivity:

This motherboard delivers extensive connectivity options, including DisplayPort and HDMI™ outputs, Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet, and WiFi 7 support. It features multiple high-speed USB ports: four USB 10Gbps ports, one USB 20Gbps Type-C® connector with up to 30W PD fast charging, and a USB 5Gbps header, along with two front USB 2.0 headers. For advanced device support, it includes two Thunderbolt™ 4 ports and a BIOS FlashBack™ button for easy updates. Audio is enhanced with five jacks and an optical S/PDIF out port, ensuring versatile multimedia and peripheral connectivity.

Intelligent

Complete AI Solution:

Equipped with ASUS AI Solutions — including AI Advisor, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and AI Networking II — this motherboard brings smart automation, one-click overclocking, efficient thermal management, and next-level connectivity to your system.

AI Advisor:

ASUS AI Advisor acts as your personal tech assistant, available to answer questions about your hardware using natural language. Compatible ASUS motherboard owners can interact with this AI-powered tool to learn more about their system. Beginners can get easy-to-follow explanations of features like AI Overclocking and fan tuning, while experienced builders can receive detailed guidance on the latest ASUS innovations.

AI Overclocking:

Overclocking is now faster and smarter. ASUS AI Overclocking analyzes your CPU and cooling setup to determine the best configuration for peak performance. Users can apply the suggested settings automatically or use them as a starting point for further customization.

AI Cooling II:

Achieve the perfect balance between cooling performance and noise reduction with a single click. Using a proprietary algorithm, AI Cooling II performs a quick stress test and then dynamically adjusts fan speeds based on real-time CPU temperature monitoring.

AI Networking II:

AI Networking II integrates advanced technologies to continuously optimize network performance, delivering stable, high-speed WiFi 7 connectivity.

Traffic Monitor:

Through Armoury Crate, Traffic Monitor lets you view current Wi-Fi channel usage and switch to a less congested channel with the click of a button*.

Direction Finder:

Armoury Crate’s Direction Finder helps users identify the best antenna orientation for maximum Wi-Fi signal strength*.

Fast Check:

Armoury Crate’s Fast Check feature allows users to quickly assess their current Wi-Fi signal quality.

Overclocking

NPU Boost:

The built-in NPU in Intel® Core™ Ultra Series 2 processors effectively accelerates AI workloads — and NPU Boost allows you to maximize its capabilities. This BIOS feature enables one-click overclocking of the NPU, delivering up to 24% performance improvement.

Intelligent Control

UEFI BIOS:

The well-known ASUS UEFI BIOS delivers everything required for system configuration, adjustment, and optimization. It presents simplified options for newcomers to PC building while offering advanced features for experienced users.

TurboV Core:

TurboV Core is designed for overclocking enthusiasts to enhance system performance with exceptional ease. Available through ASUS DriverHub, TurboV Core allows intuitive adjustment of CPU and memory parameters to unleash your computer's full potential. There's no need to access the BIOS — settings can be modified directly from the Windows interface and applied immediately without system restarts.

ASUS DriverHub:

Streamline driver management with automatic detection, one-click installation, and updates for smooth, efficient system operation.

ASUS GlideX:

Enable seamless screen sharing and device control across PCs, tablets, and smartphones via USB or WiFi, supporting multiple platforms.

Power Saving:

Offers user-friendly configuration options for beginners and advanced features for experienced users.

Armoury Crate:

Customize Aura Sync RGB lighting and manage ASUS devices. Includes product registration and software updates.

Performance

Premium Power Design:

Reliable power delivery is essential for maximizing Intel processor performance. The motherboard is engineered to handle high-core-count CPUs. It incorporates 16(80A) + 1(80A) + 2(80A) + 1(80A) power stages that combine high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers in packages rated for up to 80A each. This setup ensures optimal power delivery, efficiency, stability, and performance for both current and future Intel processors.

Eight Layered PCB Design:

Enhanced stability and overclocking capability. This multi-layer printed circuit board design efficiently dissipates heat around voltage regulators to improve overall system stability and provide the CPU with greater overclocking potential.

ProCool Power Connectors:

Proprietary 8+8 pin connectors enhance PSU connection quality. Compared to conventional power inputs, ASUS ProCool connectors are manufactured to precise specifications to ensure complete contact with PSU power cables. The resulting reduced impedance helps prevent hotspots and connector failures.

TUF Components:

TUF chokes and capacitors deliver exceptional durability and stability. TUF chokes provide reliable power to the CPU, enhancing system stability. TUF 5K black metallic capacitors offer 52% wider temperature tolerance and 2.5 times longer lifespan compared to standard motherboard capacitors.

Digi+VRM Control:

Real-time voltage regulation. The integrated Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) is among the best in the industry, optimized for ultra-smooth and ultra-clean power delivery to the CPU at all times.

Memory & Storage

DRAM Overclocking Performance:

Comprehensive memory tuning options form the foundation of TUF GAMING motherboards. With this motherboard, you can fully utilize your DDR5 modules*, whether they're from high-speed kits or basic sets that would otherwise be limited.

AEMP III:

ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III) is an advanced firmware feature that enables users to achieve exceptional memory performance with cutting-edge CUDIMM memory. Through a two-phase comprehensive tuning process, AEMP III first optimizes the clock driver and then the memory frequency. This creates the optimal balance between performance and stability, even at extreme speeds of DDR5-8000 or higher.

DIMM Fit:

DIMM Fit is an ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature that thoroughly analyzes individual memory modules to optimize performance and identify potential issues. This delivers peak efficiency, compatibility, and system stability. Whether you're an overclocker pursuing maximum performance, a competitor seeking the most responsive gameplay, or a content creator prioritizing unwavering stability, DIMM Fit provides custom optimizations based on your specific needs and hardware configuration.

M.2 PCIe 5.0 Support:

This motherboard also includes one PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot to experience the fastest data transfers of up to 128 Gbps*, and all M.2 slots support NVMe RAID configurations to leverage the latest available speeds.

Cooling

Cooler by Design:

This motherboard is built for effective thermal management, featuring expanded VRM and PCH heatsinks, multi-point temperature monitoring, and Smart Fan Protect for dependable thermal regulation. It supports 4-pin PWM/DC fans, includes an AIO pump header for liquid cooling configurations, and is designed to maintain consistent performance during intensive workloads.

Cooler Compatibility:

ASUS AIO coolers deliver strong performance, excellent overclocking capability, striking aesthetics, and customizable features for new TUF Gaming motherboards, enabling you to create your ideal gaming system.

Connectivity

Empowering Connection:

This motherboard provides a diverse range of connectivity options including PCIe 5.0, Thunderbolt™ 4, and front USB 20Gbps Type-C® connectors with Fast Charge functionality.

PCIe 5.0 for Graphics Card:

PCIe 5.0 provides double the data transfer rate of PCIe 4.0, making it capable of handling new data-intensive applications. PCIe 5.0 also includes electrical improvements to enhance signal quality, backward-compatible CEM connectors for expansion cards, and compatibility with previous PCIe versions.

Thunderbolt™ 4 Support:

Each port provides up to 40Gbps of bi-directional bandwidth for the latest high-speed devices and storage drives. Both ports can support up to two external 4K displays.

Front USB 20Gbps Type-C®:

This motherboard includes a USB 20Gbps Type-C® front panel connector for rapid data transfers of up to 20Gbps. It also features Power Delivery (PD) 3.0 technology to provide up to 30W of fast charging.

DIY

Easy PC DIY

PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim:

Slot Q-Release Slim allows users to simply tilt the card toward the locking mechanism to automatically release it from the PCIe slot. This makes upgrades and servicing simpler than ever. Users no longer need to struggle with a difficult latch or press a button to remove their graphics card from the slot.

M.2 Q-Release:

The M.2 heatsink incorporates a convenient switch* for quick removal, eliminating the need for small screws during SSD installation. Its secure locking mechanism also provides a tight contact surface, helping to ensure effective heat dissipation for your SSD.

M.2 Q-Slide:

This new sliding M.2 latch design accommodates sizes 2242 and 2260 for straightforward device installation.

M.2 Q-Latch:

The innovative ASUS Q-Latch makes installing or removing an M.2 SSD simple without requiring specific tools or screws. This design uses an easy locking mechanism to secure the drive and cleanly release it with one touch.

Q-Antenna:

With Q-Antenna, connecting a WiFi antenna to your PC is now simple and quick. Instead of slowly rotating two fasteners until they finally lock, they just snap into place. Less complexity, and more consistent performance.

BIOS FlashBack™:

BIOS FlashBack™ streamlines BIOS updates. Simply load the BIOS file onto a FAT32 USB drive, insert it into the BIOS FlashBack™ port, and press a button—no CPU or memory required.

Protection

SafeSlot & SafeDIMM:

SafeSlot features a reinforced metal housing integrated with a PCIe slot to keep a card securely installed and to ensure maximum data speeds. The SafeDIMM housing is integrated to protect memory modules, enabling you to install them with speed, precision, and confidence.

ESD Guards:

ASUS incorporated special TVS diodes to enhance electrostatic discharge protection by up to +/- 10 kV of air discharge and +/- 6 kV of contact discharge – significantly above the industry standard.

TUF LANGuard:

TUF LANGuard is a military-grade innovation that combines advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput, helping to safeguard the motherboard from lightning strikes and static electricity.

Stainless Steel Back I/O Panel:

TUF Gaming motherboards feature a corrosion-resistant stainless steel rear I/O panel with up to a 3X longer service life. These models pass a rigorous 72-hour salt fog test, exceeding the industry standard.

Build With Confidence:

TUF GAMING Alliance is a partnership between ASUS and trusted PC component manufacturers to ensure compatibility across a wide range of components, such as PC cases, power supplies, CPU coolers, memory kits, and more. With new partnerships and components being added regularly, the TUF GAMING Alliance will continue to expand and strengthen.

Gaming

Ultrafast Networking:

Deliver a feature-rich high-performance gaming experience with ultrafast networking for smoother online gameplay.

Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet:

Integrated Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet enhances your LAN connection by boosting bandwidth speeds up to 2.5 times. Using your existing LAN cable, you can leverage this networking improvement to minimize lag, enjoy smoother high-resolution video streaming, and experience faster file transfers.

WiFi 7:

Next-generation WiFi 7* supports 160 MHz bandwidth in the 6 GHz band and 4096 QAM. Multi-Link Operation (MLO) ensures stable connections and low latency, supporting 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz bands for improved coverage and data throughput.

ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna:

Dual transceivers support the 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz bands to enable faster data transmission, with directional sensitivity to enhance signal quality and extend coverage range.

Audio

Realtek 7.1 Channel Audio:

This motherboard incorporates an audio codec developed in close partnership with Realtek — the Realtek ALC1220P. It delivers an exceptional 120 dB signal-to-noise (SNR) ratio for stereo line out and 113 dB SNR for line in, providing crystal-clear audio quality. Additionally, an impedance-sensing circuit automatically adjusts gain to ensure optimal volume levels for your headphones.

DTS Audio Processing:

DTS® Audio Processing enhances gaming headset and speaker audio experiences by minimizing distortion and delivering deeper bass, making games, movies, and music sound superior. It also enables you to personalize audio settings.

Lighting

Outshine The Competition:

A finely-tuned system deserves a matching visual appeal. The TUF GAMING motherboard features edge lighting to enhance its robust appearance, and ASUS Aura provides complete RGB control with presets for built-in LEDs and third-party strips. Everything can synchronize with an expanding portfolio of Aura-compatible hardware.

Addressable Gen2 RGB Header:

Three addressable Gen2 RGB headers support up to 500 LEDs on Gen2 RGB devices, enabling Aura Sync to automatically customize lighting effects throughout your entire system. The headers also provide full backward compatibility with existing Aura Sync equipment.

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