SKU: ROG-MAXIMUS-Z890-HER

ASUS ROG Maximus Z890 Hero ATX Motherboard, LGA1851, 4x DDR5 9200+ MT/s OC, 22+1+2+2 Power Stages, 6 M.2, PCIe 5.0, WiFi 7, 5GbE + 2.5GbE, Thunderbolt 4, SupremeFX Audio, USB 20Gbps

$ 599.00

Description

BRAND-NEW SEALED ~ 1 YEAR WARRANTY

Expert Features

  • Intel Core Ultra Series 2 Ready : The LGA1851 socket and Intel Z890 chipset are engineered for Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2), including support for Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 and Turbo Boost Max 3.0 on compatible CPUs.
  • Extreme 22+1+2+2 Power Delivery : The heavy-duty VRM combines 22 × 110A VCCCORE, 1 × 90A VCCGT, 2 × 90A VCCSA, and 2 × 80A VNNAON stages with dual ProCool II connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes, and 10K black metallic capacitors—made for serious high-end CPU tuning, mesh lal decoration.
  • DDR5 Up To 9200+ MT/s OC : Four NitroPath DDR5 DIMM slots support up to 256GB, dual-channel operation, XMP, CUDIMM, DIMM Flex, DIMM Fit, and AEMP III for properly savage memory tuning.
  • Six-M.2 Storage Arsenal : Install up to six M.2 SSDs, including three PCIe 5.0 x4 positions and three PCIe 4.0 x4 positions, with extensive heatsinks and four dedicated M.2 backplates to help control high-speed SSD thermals.
  • Important PCIe Lane-Sharing Alert : The main PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot runs at x8 when either M.2_3 or M.2_4 is enabled, so performance-focused builders can plan GPU and Gen 5 storage allocation intelligently before assembly.
  • WiFi 7 Plus Dual Ethernet : Get 2×2 WiFi 7 with 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz support, Bluetooth 5.4, Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet, and Realtek 5Gb Ethernet—wired and wireless connectivity stacked like a proper flagship. Full WiFi 7 functionality requires Windows 11 24H2 or later.
  • Thunderbolt 4 Connectivity : Two rear Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports support high-speed peripherals and display output, including one 8K 60Hz display with DSC or two 4K 60Hz displays under the supported bandwidth configuration.
  • Massive USB Expansion : The rear panel provides 11 USB ports, while internal headers can supply up to 10 additional front-panel ports, including USB 20Gbps Type-C with up to 60W PD/QC4+ when the auxiliary 8-pin PCIe power connector is installed.
  • SupremeFX Flagship Audio : The ALC4082 codec, ESS ES9219 Quad DAC, 120dB playback SNR, 110dB recording SNR, premium capacitors, gold-plated jacks, and optical S/PDIF deliver high-grade onboard gaming and headphone audio.
  • AI-Assisted Tuning : AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking II, NPU Boost, ASUS AI Advisor, Fan Xpert 4, and GameFirst help simplify processor tuning, fan optimization, networking, and system control.
  • Builder-Friendly Q-Design : Q-Release Slim, M.2 Q-Latch, Q-Slide, Q-Code, Q-LED, Q-Antenna, BIOS FlashBack, Clear CMOS, ReTry, and Start buttons reduce screwdriver drama and make troubleshooting faster.
  • Windows 11 Platform : Official operating-system support is Windows 11 version 22H2 or later, with platform behavior and WiFi capabilities depending on the installed CPU, OS version, memory configuration, and regional wireless regulations.

Expert Specs

SpecificationValue
Product NameASUS ROG Maximus Z890 Hero
Motherboard Form FactorATX
Dimensions30.5 × 24.4cm / 12 × 9.6 inches
CPU SocketIntel LGA1851
Processor SupportIntel Core Ultra processors (Series 2)
CPU TechnologiesIntel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, depending on CPU
ChipsetIntel Z890
Power Stages22 × 110A VCCCORE + 1 × 90A VCCGT + 2 × 90A VCCSA + 2 × 80A VNNAON
CPU Power Connectors2 × 8-pin ProCool II +12V
Main Power Connector1 × 24-pin ATX
Auxiliary Power1 × 8-pin PCIe power connector
Power ComponentsMicroFine alloy chokes and 10K black metallic capacitors
Memory Slots4 × DDR5 DIMM
Maximum Memory256GB
Maximum Memory SpeedUp to DDR5-9200+ MT/s OC
Memory ArchitectureDual-channel
Memory TypesNon-ECC, unbuffered DDR5 and CUDIMM; On-Die ECC supported by compatible non-ECC DDR5
Memory TechnologiesIntel XMP, NitroPath DRAM, DIMM Flex, DIMM Fit, and AEMP III
Primary Expansion Slot1 × PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot, supporting x16 or x8/x4/x4 modes
Additional Expansion Slots1 × PCIe 4.0 x16 operating at x4; 1 × PCIe 4.0 x1
PCIe Lane-Sharing RuleEnabling M.2_3 or M.2_4 reduces the primary PCIe 5.0 x16 slot to x8
Total M.2 Slots6
M.2_1Key M, 2242/2260/2280/22110, PCIe 5.0 x4
M.2_2Key M, 2242/2260/2280, PCIe 4.0 x4
M.2_3Key M, 2242/2260/2280, PCIe 5.0 x4; shares CPU lanes with primary PCIe slot
M.2_4Key M, 2242/2260/2280, PCIe 5.0 x4; shares CPU lanes with primary PCIe slot
M.2_5Key M, 2242/2260/2280, PCIe 4.0 x4
M.2_6Key M, 2242/2260/2280, PCIe 4.0 x4
SATA Ports4 × SATA 6Gbps
SlimSAS1 × SlimSAS supporting PCIe 4.0 x4 or up to four SATA devices through a separately purchased adapter cable
RAID SupportIntel Rapid Storage Technology; PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10; CPU-connected M.2 supports RAID 0/1/5
Integrated Display Output1 × HDMI, supporting up to 8K 60Hz with DSC
Thunderbolt Display Output2 × Thunderbolt 4 USB-C supporting DisplayPort output
Thunderbolt Display CapabilityUp to one 8K 60Hz display with DSC or two 4K 60Hz displays
Wireless Networking2×2 WiFi 7, IEEE 802.11be
Wireless Bands2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz
WiFi Channel WidthUp to 320MHz
Theoretical WiFi RateUp to 5.8Gbps
WiFi OS RequirementWindows 11 24H2 or later required for full WiFi 7 functionality
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4; version may depend on installed wireless module
Wired Networking1 × Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet and 1 × Realtek 5Gb Ethernet
LAN ProtectionASUS LANGuard
Rear USB Ports11 total
Rear Thunderbolt Ports2 × Thunderbolt 4 USB-C
Rear USB 10Gbps5 total: 4 × Type-A and 1 × Type-C
Rear USB 5Gbps4 × Type-A
Front USB 20Gbps1 × internal Type-C connector with PD 3.0, PPS, QC4+, and up to 60W charging
Front USB 60W RequirementAuxiliary 8-pin PCIe power must be connected; otherwise maximum charging support is 27W
Front USB 10Gbps1 × internal Type-C connector
Front USB 5Gbps2 headers supporting four ports
Front USB 2.02 headers supporting four ports
Audio CodecROG SupremeFX ALC4082 7.1-channel HD audio
DACESS ES9219 Quad DAC
Playback SNR120dB
Recording SNR110dB
Maximum Front Audio PlaybackUp to 32-bit / 384kHz
Audio FeaturesImpedance sensing, jack detection, multistreaming, microphone jack retasking, SupremeFX shielding, premium capacitors, and gold-plated jacks
Rear Audio Outputs2 × gold-plated audio jacks and 1 × optical S/PDIF
Rear I/O ControlsBIOS FlashBack button and Clear CMOS button
CPU Fan Headers1 × CPU fan and 1 × CPU optional fan
Liquid-Cooling Headers1 × AIO pump and 1 × W_PUMP+
Chassis Fan Headers4 × 4-pin
RGB Headers3 × Addressable Gen 2
Additional Internal ControlsAlteration PCIe Mode switch, FlexKey, ReTry, Start button, Q-Code, Q-LED, thermal-sensor header, and system-panel header
DIY FeaturesM.2 Q-Latch, M.2 Q-Release, M.2 Q-Slide, Q-Release Slim, Q-Slot, Q-Antenna, Q-Connector, Q-Dashboard, SafeSlot, SafeDIMM, and pre-mounted I/O shield
Thermal HardwareLarge VRM heatsinks with heatpipe, chipset heatsink, six M.2 heatsinks, four M.2 backplates, thermal pads, and motherboard metal backplate
LightingPolymo Lighting II and Aura Sync
BIOS256Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
BIOS FeaturesNPU Boost, AI Overclocking Guide, CrashFree BIOS 3, EZ Flash, UEFI EZ Mode, ASUS MyHotkey, and FlexKey
ManageabilityWake-on-LAN by PME
Operating SystemWindows 11 version 22H2 or later
Included Cables1 × ARGB extension cable and 4 × SATA 6Gbps cables
Included Cooling Accessories1 × DDR5 fan holder and 1 × M.2 22110 thermal pad
Included Wireless Accessory1 × ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
Included Installation HardwareQ-Connector, M.2 Q-Latch package, 3 × M.2 Q-Slide packages, and 6 × M.2 rubber packages
Included ExtrasROG stickers, ROG thank-you card, and ROG bottle opener
Installation MediaUSB drive containing utilities and drivers
DocumentationQuick-start guide