{"product_id":"asus-rog-maximus-z890-hero-lga1851-atx-motherboard","title":"ASUS ROG Maximus Z890 Hero LGA1851 ATX Motherboard","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ASUS ROG Maximus Z890 Hero is an LGA1851 ATX motherboard built for Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) and designed to support advanced AI computing workloads. It combines robust power delivery, comprehensive storage expansion, and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity with ASUS's suite of AI-assisted overclocking and tuning tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22+1+2+2 power stages for stability\u003c\/strong\u003e — ProCool II connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes, and premium metallic capacitors deliver reliable power to the CPU during overclocking and heavy workloads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fast NVMe storage expansion with support for drives up to 22110 form factor on the primary slot, plus four additional M.2 sockets for flexible drive configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWi-Fi 7 with dual Ethernet\u003c\/strong\u003e — 802.11be wireless plus Intel 2.5Gb and Realtek 5Gb Ethernet ports ensure low-latency connectivity for gaming and data transfer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Thunderbolt 4 ports\u003c\/strong\u003e — Support DisplayPort and Thunderbolt video output alongside high-speed data transfer; USB 20Gbps Type-C front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAI-assisted tuning built in\u003c\/strong\u003e — ASUS AI Advisor, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and AI Networking II automate configuration for optimal performance without manual tweaking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eSocket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLGA1851 (Intel Core Ultra Series 2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eChipset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIntel Z890\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eATX (30.5 cm × 24.4 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMemory Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDDR5 up to 9200+ MT\/s (OC), max 256GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eM.2 Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e6 (3 × PCIe 5.0, 1 × PCIe 4.0)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eNetworking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWi-Fi 7, Intel 2.5Gb, Realtek 5Gb Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003ePower Delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e22+1+2+2 power stages (110A + 90A + 90A + 80A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) only; LGA1851 socket is not compatible with older Intel generations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Accepts DDR5 memory up to 256GB total across four DIMM slots; supports XMP, NitroPath DRAM Technology, DIMM Flex, and AEMP III for tuned performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Includes one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and two PCIe 4.0 slots; supports full-length graphics cards via PCIe SafeSlot with x16 or x8\/x4\/x4 mode switching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Provides six M.2 Key M slots and four SATA ports; M.2_1, M.2_3, and M.2_4 run PCIe 5.0, while M.2_2 runs PCIe 4.0.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Standard ATX form factor at 12 × 9.6 inches; fits most full-size PC cases with CPU socket clearance for tall tower coolers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eBest For \/ Trade-offs\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCPU overclockers and enthusiasts who want AI-assisted tuning without sacrificing manual control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContent creators and professionals running AI workloads; the Z890 chipset and robust power delivery support sustained heavy compute.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGamers building with the latest Intel platform who need fast storage, low-latency networking, and dual Thunderbolt 4 for external devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystem builders who value DIY simplicity; Q-Release features, BIOS FlashBack, and pre-mounted I\/O shield reduce assembly friction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrade-offs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAMD processor builds; this board is Intel-only and will not accept Ryzen or EPYC CPUs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilders on a tight budget; the ROG Hero is positioned as a premium enthusiast board with pricing to match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose needing legacy SATA storage exclusively; while four SATA ports are included, the emphasis is on NVMe expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact or mini-ITX builds; ATX form factor and size preclude installation in smaller enclosures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntel® Z890 LGA 1851 ATX motherboard, Advanced AI PC-ready, 22+1+2+2 power stages, NPU Boost, DDR5 slots with NitroPath DRAM Technology, DIMM Flex, AEMP III, WiFi 7 with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, three PCIe® 5.0 M.2 slots with PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim and full support for next-gen graphics cards, two Thunderbolt™ 4 ports, USB 20Gbps Type-C® front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W and USB Wattage Watcher, ASUS AI Advisor, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking II and Polymo Lighting II\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady for Advanced AI PCs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for the future of AI computing, with the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntel® LGA 1851 Socket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready for Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExclusive AI Technologies:\u003c\/strong\u003e ASUS AI Advisor, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and AI Networking II to simplify setup and improve performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Overclocking \u0026amp; Memory Technologies:\u003c\/strong\u003e NPU Boost, NitroPath DRAM Technology, DIMM Fit, DIMM Flex and AEMP III\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Power Solution:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22(110A)+1(90A)+2(90A)+2(80A) power stages with ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes and premium metallic capacitors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbundant Connectivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual Thunderbolt™ 4 USB Type-C® ports, USB 20Gbps Type-C front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W and USB Wattage Watcher, USB 10Gbps Type-C front-panel connector, five additional USB 10Gbps ports, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot with full support for next-gen graphics cards, HDMI™ 2.1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Performance Networking:\u003c\/strong\u003e On-board Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet and Realtek 5Gb Ethernet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImmersive Audio:\u003c\/strong\u003e ROG SupremeFX ALC4082 codec with ESS® ES9219 Quad DAC for up to 32-Bit\/384 kHz playback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnmatched Personalization:\u003c\/strong\u003e I\/O cover with Polymo Lighting II, three Gen 2 ARGB headers, all configurable with ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIY-Friendly Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, new M.2 Q-Latch, M.2 Q-Release, M.2 Q-Slide, Q-Antenna, BIOS Q-Dashboard, Q-Code, Q-LED, FlexKey button, Start button, BIOS FlashBack™ button, Clear CMOS button and pre-mounted I\/O shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRenowned Software:\u003c\/strong\u003e ASUS DriverHub, Dolby Atmos®, exclusive 1-year Internet Security subscription, TurboV Core, GlideX, HWiNFO, and bundled 1-year AIDA64 Extreme subscription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eASUS ROG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCPU \u0026amp; Memory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eCPU Socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLGA1851; supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMemory Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4 × DIMM (DDR5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMax Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e256GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMemory Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 9200+ MT\/s (OC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMemory Features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eXMP, NitroPath DRAM Technology, DIMM Flex, AEMP III\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage \u0026amp; 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Audio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eThunderbolt 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2 × USB Type-C (DisplayPort and Thunderbolt video output)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eUSB Ports (Rear)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e5 × USB 10Gbps (4 × Type-A + 1 × Type-C), 4 × USB 5Gbps (Type-A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eUSB Headers (Internal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 × USB 20Gbps Type-C connector, 1 × USB 10Gbps Type-C connector, 2 × USB 5Gbps headers, 2 × USB 2.0 headers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eNetworking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet, Realtek 5Gb Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eAudio Codec\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eROG SupremeFX ALC4082 with ESS ES9219 Quad DAC; 120 dB SNR stereo playback, 110 dB SNR recording; up to 32-Bit\/384 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eVideo Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 × HDMI 2.1 (supports up to 8K@60Hz with DSC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower \u0026amp; Special Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003ePower Delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e22(110A)+1(90A)+2(90A)+2(80A) stages with ProCool II connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes, premium metallic capacitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003ePower Connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 × 24-pin main, 2 × 8-pin +12V CPU, 1 × 8-pin PCIe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eAI Technologies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eASUS AI Advisor, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking II\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eOverclocking Tools\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFlexKey button, ReTry button, Start button, BIOS FlashBack, Clear CMOS button\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eRGB \u0026amp; 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