ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI ATX Motherboard - Black

ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI takes all the essential elements of the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) processors and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive cooling system, this motherboard goes beyond expectations with rock-solid and stable performance for marathon gaming. TUF GAMING motherboards also undergo rigorous endurance testing to ensure that they can handle conditions where others may fail. This platform delivers the power and connectivity that advanced AI PC applications demand.

Intelligent

Complete AI Solution

ASUS AI Solutions – including AI Advisor, AI Cooling II for thermal control and AI Networking II for real-time bandwidth optimization – offer smart assistance, efficient cooling and new levels of ultrafast connectivity.

AI Advisor

An ASUS technical expert that's always available to answer your questions.

AI Cooling II

Optimized thermals, and reduced noise via dynamic adjustment of fan speeds, based on CPU temperatures.

AI Networking II

Optimized network performance, helping to ensure seamless connectivity and maximized WiFi 7 speeds.

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%.

Intelligent Control

UEFI BIOS

The UEFI interface delivers easy-to-use configuration options for PC beginners, and advanced features for veterans.

TurboV Core

TurboV Core is engineered for overclocking enthusiasts to elevate system capability with unprecedented simplicity. Accessed via ASUS DriverHub, TurboV Core provides intuitive configuration of CPU and DRAM parameters to unlock your computer's potential. No need to enter the BIOS, you can seamlessly modify settings directly from the Windows interface, and apply them right away without restart interruptions.

ASUS DriverHub

Simplify driver management with automatic detection, one-click installation and update for smooth, efficient system performance.

ASUS GlideX

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

Power Saving

Provides easy-to-use configuration options for PC beginners and advanced features for veterans.

Armoury Crate

Customize Aura Sync RGB and control ASUS devices. Includes product registration and updates.

Performance

Premium Power Design

Stable power is crucial for maximizing the performance of Intel processors. The motherboard is designed to meet the needs of 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 80A each. This configuration ensures optimal power delivery, efficiency, stability and performance for both current and future Intel processors.

Eight Layered PCB design

Enhanced stability and overclocking.

ProCool Power Connectors

Proprietary 8+8 pin connectors improve PSU connection.

TUF Components

TUF chokes and capacitors offer rock-solid durability and stability.

Digi+VRM Control

Real-time voltage control.

Memory & Storage

DRAM Overclocking Performance

Comprehensive memory tuning options are the cornerstone of TUF GAMING motherboards. With the motherboard, you can extract all the potential out of your DDR5 modules*, whether they're from an extreme-speed kit or an entry-level set that would otherwise be locked.

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. Through a two-phase comprehensive tuning process, AEMP III first optimizes the clock driver and then the memory frequency. This results in the best balance between performance and stability, even at cutting-edge speeds of DDR5-8000 or higher.*

DIMM Fit

DIMM Fit is an ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature that precisely analyzes individual memory modules to optimize performance and pinpoint potential issues. This offers peak efficiency, compatibility, and system stability.

Whether you are an overclocker seeking ultimate performance, a competitor pursuing the most responsive gameplay, or a content creator prioritizing rock-solid stability, DIMM Fit provides optimizations tailored to your needs and your hardware configuration.

M.2 PCIe 5.0 Support

This motherboard also features one PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots to enjoy the fastest data transfers of up to 128 Gbps*, and all M.2 slots support NVMe RAID configurations to take advantage of the latest available speeds.

Cooling

Cooler Compatibility

ASUS AIO coolers offer robust performance, high overclocking potential, bold aesthetics and customizable functionality for new TUF Gaming motherboards, empowering you to build your dream gaming rig.

Connectivity

Empowering Connection

This motherboard offers a versatile range of connectivity with PCIe 5.0, Thunderbolt™ 4 and front USB 20Gbps Type-C® connectors.

PCIe 5.0 for Graphics Card​

PCIe 5.0 offers twice the data transfer speed of PCIe 4.0, making it robust enough to handle new data-heavy tasks. PCIe 5.0 also brings other benefits, such as electrical changes to improve signal integrity, backward-compatible CEM connectors for add-in cards and backward compatibility with previous versions of the PCIe bus.

Thunderbolt™ 4 Support

Each port delivers up to 40Gbps of bi-directional bandwidth for the latest super-speed devices and drives. Both ports can be employed for up to two external 4K displays.

Front USB 20Gbps Type-C®

This motherboard features a USB 20Gbps Type-C® front panel connector for speedy data transfers of up to 20Gbps.

DIY

Easy PC DIY

PCIe Slot Q-Release

A physical button unlocks the first PCIe slot’s security latch with one tap, greatly simplifying the process of detaching a PCIe card from the motherboard when it’s time to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device.

M.2 Q-Release

The M.2 heatsink features a convenient switch* to quickly remove it, eliminating the need for tiny screws during SSD installation. Its strong locking mechanism also provides a snug contact surface, helping to ensure reliable heat dissipation for your SSD.

M.2 Q-Slide

This new sliding M.2 latch design supports sizes 2242 and 2260 for easy device installation.

M.2 Q-Latch

The innovative ASUS Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools or screws. This design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive and neatly detach it with one tap.

Q-Antenna

With Q-Antenna, attaching a WiFi antenna to your PC is now easy and fast. Instead of slowly rotating two fasteners until they finally lock in, they just snap into place. Less hassle, and more consistent performance.

BIOS FlashBack™

BIOS FlashBack™ simplifies BIOS updates. Just load the BIOS file onto a FAT32 USB stick, insert it into the BIOS FlashBack™ port, and press a button—no CPU or memory needed.

DIY

Build With Confidence

TUF GAMING Alliance is a collaboration between ASUS and trusted PC component brands to ensure compatibility across a wide range of parts, 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 grow even stronger.

Gaming

Ultrafast Networking

Provide a feature-packed high-performance gaming package, with ultrafast networking for smoother online gameplay.

Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet

On-board Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet kicks your LAN connection up a notch by improving bandwidth speeds by up to 2.5X. Using your existing LAN cable, you can take advantage of this networking upgrade to reduce lag, experience smoother high-resolution video streams, and enjoy faster file transfers.​

WiFi 7

The next-gen 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 enhanced coverage and throughput.​

ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna

Dual transceivers support the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands to enable faster throughput, with directional sensitivity to improve signal quality and cover greater distances.

Audio

Realtek 7.1 Channel Audio

ALC1220P

This motherboard utilizes an audio codec designed in close collaboration with Realtek — the Realtek ALC1220P. It features an unprecedented 120 dB signal-to-noise (SNR) ratio for the stereo line out and a 113 dB SNR for the line in, providing pristine audio quality. Additionally, an impedance-sensing circuit automatically adjusts gain to ensure an optimal volume range for your headphones.

DTS Audio Processing

DTS® Audio Processing enhances gaming headset and speaker audio experiences by reducing distortion and by providing deeper bass, so games, movies and music sound better. It also allows you to customize audio settings.

Lighting

Outshine The Competition

ASUS Aura Sync offers synchronized lighting with other Aura Sync products, including motherboards, graphics cards, monitors and peripherals.

Addressable Gen2 RGB Headers

Automatically optimize lighting effects for the number of LEDs present in compatible ARGB gear.

Specifications

•  Model : TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI

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 9066+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Un-buffered ,Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)*

• Dual channel memory architecture

• DIMM Fit

• Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module

• ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III(AEMPIII)

• * 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 CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/.

• ** Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.

• Graphics

• 1 x DisplayPort**

• 1 x HDMI™ port***  

• 1 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 port (USB Type-C®) supports DisplayPort and Thunderbolt™ video outputs****

• 1 x USB 20Gbps port (USB Type-C®) supports DisplayPort video output******

• * Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to www.intel.com for any updates.

• ** Supports max. 4K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.

• *** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1.

• ****In ThunderboltTM 4 mode, supports up to 8K@60Hz x1 with DSC, maximum total bandwidth up to 23.8Gbps, for resolution support please check DisplayPort 2.1 specs.

• ***** In DP alt mode, supports up to UHBR20.

• ****** Supports max. 4K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.

• ******* VGA resolution support depends on processors' or graphic cards' resolution.

• ********While installing the operating system, please ensure that your monitor is connected to the HDMI port on the back I/O panel or to a discrete graphics card.

• Expansion Slots

• Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors(Series 2)*

• 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot

• Intel® Z890 Chipset

• 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)

• 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 slot

• 2 x PCIe 4.0 x1 slots

• * Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/).

• - To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for the list of supported peripherals.

• Storage

• Total Supports 4 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports*

• Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors(Series 2)*

• M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280  (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)

• M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)

• Intel® Z890 Chipset

• M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)

• M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes)

• 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports

• * Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10, M.2 slot from CPU only support RAID 0/1/5.

• Ethernet

• 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet

• TUF LANGuard

• Wireless & Bluetooth

• Wi-Fi 7*

• 2x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)

• Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band**

• Supports Wi-Fi 7 160MHz bandwidth, up to 2.9Gbps transfer rate.

• Bluetooth® v5.4***

• *Wi-Fi features may vary depending on the operating system

• For Windows 11, Wi-Fi 7 will require  24H2 or later version for full functions, Windows 11 21H2/22H2/23H2 only support Wi-Fi 6E.

• For Windows 10, please note that no driver is available , please refer to the Wi-Fi chipset vendor's website for details.

• ** Wi-Fi 6GHz frequency band and bandwidth regulatory may vary between countries.

• *** The Bluetooth® version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications.

• USB

• Rear USB (Total 8 ports)

• 1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 port (1 x USB Type-C®)

• 1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C®)

• 3 x USB 10Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)

• 3 x USB 5Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)

• Front USB (Total 7 ports)

• 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®)

• 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports

• 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports

• USB Type-C® power delivery output: max. 5V/3A

• Audio

• Realtek ALC1220P 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC*

• - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs

• - Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers

• - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking

• - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in)

• - Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback*

• Audio Features

• - Audio Shielding

• - Rear optical S/PDIF out port

• - Premium audio capacitors

• - Dedicated audio PCB layers

• - Audio cover

• - Unique de-pop circuit

• * Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1 Surround Sound audio.

• Back Panel I/O Ports

• 1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 USB Type-C® port

• 1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C® with DP Alt mode)

• 3 x USB 10Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)

• 3 x USB 5Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)

• 1 x DisplayPort

• 1 x HDMI™ port

• 1 x Wi-Fi module

• 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet port

• 5 x Audio jacks

• 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port

• 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button

• Internal I/O Connectors

• Fan and Cooling Related

• 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header

• 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header

• 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header

• 4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers

• Power Related

• 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector

• 2 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connector

• Storage Related

• 4 x M.2 slots (Key M)

• 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports

• USB

• 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C® )

• 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports

• 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports

• Miscellaneous

• 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers

• 1 x Clear CMOS header

• 1 x Chassis Intrusion header

• 1 x COM Port header

• 1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO)

• 1 x 10-1 pin Front System Panel header

• 1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header

• Special Features

• ASUS TUF PROTECTION

• - DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)

• - ESD Guards

• - TUF LANGuard

• - Overvoltage protection

• - SafeSlot

• - Stainless-steel back I/O

• ASUS Q-Design

• - M.2 Q-Latch

• - M.2 Q-Release

• - M.2 Q-Slide

• - PCIe Slot Q-Release

• - Q-Antenna

• - Q-Dashboard

• - Q-DIMM

• - Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])

• - Q-Slot

• ASUS Thermal Solution

• - M.2 heatsink backplate

• - M.2 heatsink

• - VRM heatsink design

• ASUS EZ DIY

• - BIOS FlashBack™ button

• - BIOS FlashBack™ LED

• - CPU Socket lever protector

• - ProCool

• - Pre-mounted I/O shield

• - SafeDIMM

• Aura Sync

• - Addressable Gen 2 headers

• Software Features

• ASUS Exclusive Software

• Armoury Crate

• - Aura Creator

• - Aura Sync

• - Fan Xpert 4 (with AI Cooling II)

• - Power Saving

• ASUS DriverHub

• ASUS GlideX

• TurboV Core

• TUF GAMING CPU-Z

• DTS Audio Processing

• Adobe Creative Cloud (Free Trial)

• Norton 360 for Gamers (60 Days Free Trial)

• WinRAR (40 Days Free Trial)

• UEFI BIOS

• ASUS EZ DIY

• - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

• - ASUS EZ Flash

• - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode

• - ASUS MyHotkey

• NPU Boost

• BIOS

• 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS

• Manageability

• WOL by PME, PXE

• Accessories

• Cables

• 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables

• Miscellaneous

• 1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna

• 1 x M.2 Q-Slide package

• 2 x M.2 rubber packages

• 1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD

• 1 x TUF GAMING sticker

• 1 x TUF GAMING removable nameplate

• Documentation

• 1 x Quick start guide

• Operating System

• Windows 11  (22H2 & later)

• Form Factor

• ATX Form Factor

• 12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )