ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-F Gaming WiFi LGA1851 ATX Motherboard
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ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-F Gaming WiFi LGA1851 ATX Motherboard
The ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-F Gaming WiFi is an Intel Z890 ATX motherboard built for AI-ready systems and high-performance gaming PCs. It combines next-gen CPU support with comprehensive connectivity including Thunderbolt 4, PCIe 5.0, and WiFi 7, alongside AI-focused features like NPU Boost and dedicated thermal management for demanding workloads.
Why this product
AI-ready with NPU Boost
Built-in NPU Boost, ASUS AI Advisor, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II and AI Networking II give it native support for AI-driven applications and automated optimization.
PCIe 5.0 and Thunderbolt 4
Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports and one M.2 slot with PCIe 5.0 x4 support enable next-generation storage and peripheral speeds.
WiFi 7 with 6GHz support
Intel Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) across 6GHz bands delivers up to 4.8x faster wireless speeds than prior standards, paired with a Q-Antenna for optimized reception.
Robust 21-stage power delivery
16+1+2+2 power stages with 110A, 90A, 90A and 80A ratings, plus ProCool II connectors and premium capacitors, ensure stable power for overclocking.
14 rear USB ports plus front headers
Includes dual Thunderbolt 4, six USB 10Gbps ports (with one offering 30W PD fast charging), and extensive USB 5Gbps and 2.0 connectivity for peripherals and expansion.
- SocketIntel LGA1851
- ChipsetIntel Z890
- Form FactorATX (30.5 cm × 24.4 cm)
- Memory slots4 x DIMM DDR5, up to 256 GB
- M.2 slots5 total (1 × PCIe 5.0 x4, 4 × PCIe 4.0 x4)
- WirelessWiFi 7 (802.11be), Bluetooth 5.4
- Rear USB14 ports (2× TB4, 6× 10Gbps, 4× 5Gbps, 2× 2.0)
- SKUASU-2729
- EAN4711387755921
- Supports Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2) via LGA1851 socket with Turbo Boost 2.0 and Turbo Boost Max 3.0.
- DDR5 memory up to 9066+ MT/s (OC) across four DIMM slots with support for XMP, DIMM Flex, DIMM Fit and AEMP III profiles.
- Supports five M.2 slots: one PCIe 5.0 x4 and four PCIe 4.0 x4, all with heatsink cooling.
- Two DisplayPort and HDMI outputs, plus Thunderbolt 4 video pass-through, support multiple display configurations.
- PCIe x16 slot supports x16 or x8/x4/x4 bifurcation modes; second x16 slot operates in x4 mode only.
Best for
- AI PC builders and creators
- High-end gamers and streaming setups
- DIY enthusiasts who want quick assembly
- Users needing WiFi 7 and Thunderbolt 4
- Overclockers with demanding power requirements
Trade-offs
- Older Intel socket systems. LGA1851 requires Series 2 Core Ultra CPUs; no backwards compatibility with prior generations.
- Budget-constrained builds. ATX form factor with high-end chipset and AI features targets premium systems, not entry-level.
- Compact or ITX cases. Full ATX 12 × 9.6 inch size requires standard or larger enclosures.
With NPU boosting and cutting-edge AI solutions, the ROG STRIX Z890-F Gaming WiFi supports advanced AI-driven PC applications. Equipped with Thunderbolt™ 4, PCIe® 5.0, and Polymo lighting, it delivers blazing-fast data transfers, unparalleled connectivity and a customizable aesthetic that can be either subtle or bold.
Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 ATX motherboard, Advanced AI PC-ready, 16+1+2+2 power stages, DDR5 slots, DIMM Flex, AEMP III, WiFi 7 with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, five M.2 slots, one PCIe® 5.0 NVMe® SSD slot with M.2 Q-release, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot with PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, and full support for next-gen graphics card, two Thunderbolt™ 4 ports, USB 10Gbps Type-C® rear I/O port with up to 30-watt Power Delivery fast charging, NPU Boost, ASUS AI Advisor, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking II and Polymo Lighting.
- Ready for Advanced AI PCs: Designed for the future of AI computing, with the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications
- Intel® LGA 1851 Socket: Ready for Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2)
- Exclusive AI Technologies: NPU Boost, ASUS AI Advisor, ASUS-exclusive AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking II
- Exclusive Memory Technologies: DIMM Fit, DIMM Flex and AEMP III to simplify setup and improve performance
- Robust Power Solution: 16(110A)+1(90A)+2(90A)+2(80A) power stages with ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes and premium metallic capacitors
- Optimized Thermal Design: Massive heatsinks with integrated I/O cover, high-conductivity thermal pads, and connected with an L-shaped heatpipe
- Latest M.2 Support: One PCIe® 5.0 M.2 slot and four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all with substantial cooling solutions
- Abundant Connectivity: Dual Thunderbolt™ 4 USB Type-C® ports, USB 10Gbps Type-C rear I/O port with up to 30-watt Power Delivery fast charging plus USB Wattage Watcher, five additional USB 10Gbps ports, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot with full support for next-gen graphics card, HDMI™ 2.1 and DisplayPort™ 1.4
- High-Performance Networking: On-board Intel Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet
- DIY-Friendly Design: PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, new M.2 Q-Latch, M.2 Q-Release, M.2 Q-Slide, Q-Antenna, BIOS Q-Dashboard, Q-LED, Start button, BIOS FlashBack™ button, Clear CMOS button and pre-mounted I/O shield
- Immersive Audio: ROG SupremeFX ALC4080 codec with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier, along with Dolby Atmos®
- Unmatched Personalization: I/O cover with Polymo Lighting, three Gen 2 ARGB headers, all configurable with ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting
- Renowned Software: ASUS DriverHub, Dolby Atmos®, TurboV Core, GlideX, HWiNFO, bundled 60-days AIDA64 Extreme subscription
General
| Brand | ASUS ROG |
|---|---|
| Model | ROG STRIX Z890-F Gaming WiFi |
| Model Number | 90MB1I40-M0EAY0 |
Networking
| Wireless standard | Intel Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 6GHz bands |
|---|---|
| WiFi channels | 320 MHz channels, 4096-QAM, up to 4.8x speeds |
| WiFi antenna | ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Ethernet | 1 × Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet with LANGuard protection |
Performance
| CPU socket | Intel LGA1851 for Core Ultra processors (Series 2) |
|---|---|
| CPU features | Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 and Turbo Boost Max 3.0 support |
| Chipset | Intel Z890 |
| Memory type | DDR5, up to 9066+ MT/s (OC) |
| Memory capacity | 4 × DIMM slots, maximum 256 GB |
| Memory profiles | XMP, DIMM Flex, DIMM Fit, AEMP III |
| Power stages | 21-stage (16+1+2+2) with 110A, 90A, 90A, 80A ratings |
| Power connectors | 1 × 24-pin Main, 2 × 8-pin +12V CPU with ProCool II |
| AI features | NPU Boost, AI Advisor, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking II |
Ports & Connectivity
| Thunderbolt 4 (rear) | 2 × USB Type-C with DisplayPort and video pass-through |
|---|---|
| USB 10Gbps (rear) | 6 ports (4 × Type-A + 1 × Type-C + 1 × Type-C with 30W PD fast charge) |
| USB 5Gbps (rear) | 4 × Type-A |
| USB 2.0 (rear) | 2 × Type-A |
| Front USB headers | 1 × 20Gbps connector, 2 × 5Gbps headers, 2 × 2.0 headers |
| Video outputs | 1 × DisplayPort 1.4, 1 × HDMI 2.1 |
| Storage connectors | 5 × M.2 slots, 4 × SATA 6Gb/s ports |
| M.2 slot 1 (M.2_1) | PCIe 5.0 x4, supports 2242/2260/2280/22110 |
| M.2 slots 2–5 | PCIe 4.0 x4, type 2280 |
| Audio jacks | 2 × gold-plated, 1 × optical S/PDIF out |
| Expansion slots | 1 × PCIe 5.0 x16 (x16 or x8/x4/x4), 1 × PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4 mode) |
Audio & Customization
| Audio codec | ROG SupremeFX ALC4080 with ALC4080 codec |
|---|---|
| Audio amplifier | Savitech SV3H712 |
| Audio features | 7.1 surround, 120 dB SNR playback, 110 dB SNR recording, Dolby Atmos support, up to 32-Bit/384 kHz |
| RGB headers | 3 × Gen 2 ARGB with Aura Sync |
| Lighting | Polymo Lighting on I/O cover |
Physical & Thermal
| Form factor | ATX (30.5 cm × 24.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Thermal design | Massive heatsinks with integrated I/O cover, L-shaped heatpipe, high-conductivity thermal pads |
| M.2 cooling | M.2 heatsinks and heatsink backplate |
| I/O shield | Pre-mounted |
Fan Headers & Internal I/O
| CPU Fan headers | 1 × 4-pin CPU, 1 × 4-pin OPT |
|---|---|
| AIO Pump header | 1 × 4-pin |
| Chassis Fan headers | 5 × 4-pin |
DIY & Convenience
| Quick-release features | M.2 Q-Latch, M.2 Q-Release, M.2 Q-Slide, PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, Q-Antenna |
|---|---|
| BIOS tools | BIOS FlashBack button, BIOS FlashBack LED, Clear CMOS button, BIOS Q-Dashboard |
| Status LED | Q-LED: CPU (red), DRAM (yellow), VGA (white), Boot Device (yellow-green) |
| Convenience buttons | Start button on motherboard |
Software
| Included software | ASUS DriverHub, TurboV Core, GlideX, HWiNFO, Aura Sync RGB control |
|---|---|
| Bundled subscription | 60-day AIDA64 Extreme |
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