Gigabyte Z890 AORUS Elite WiFi7 ICE LGA1851 ATX Motherboard
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Gigabyte Z890 AORUS Elite WiFi7 ICE LGA1851 ATX Motherboard
The Gigabyte Z890 AORUS Elite WiFi7 ICE is an ATX motherboard for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors, built around a 16+1+2 phase VRM and PCIe 5.0 connectivity. It suits gamers and content creators seeking high-speed storage, advanced memory tuning, and integrated Wi-Fi 7 networking in a feature-rich platform.
Why this product
Four M.2 slots with PCIe 5.0 support
Includes one PCIe 5.0 x4 slot for the fastest NVMe drives, plus three additional M.2 slots. Screwless EZ-Latch Click heatsinks simplify installation.
Wi-Fi 7 with 2.5GbE LAN
802.11be Wi-Fi 7 and Realtek 2.5GbE wired Ethernet handle high-bandwidth networking. Directional antenna design improves signal reach.
16+1+2 phase VRM with thermal armor
Power delivery designed for sustained CPU loads. VRM Thermal Armor Advanced and M.2 Thermal Guard L keep components cool under load.
Thunderbolt 4 and DisplayPort outputs
Thunderbolt 4 Type-C with DisplayPort Alt mode plus a discrete DisplayPort connector support multi-display and high-speed external peripherals.
DDR5 memory with XMP support
Four DDR5 DIMM slots support speeds up to DDR5-9200 overclocked. XMP Booster feature enables one-click profile loading for optimized memory performance.
LGA1851 socket for Intel Core Ultra Series 2
Compatible with the latest Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2). Socket supports L3 cache configurations that vary by CPU model.
- SocketLGA1851
- ChipsetIntel Z890 Express
- Form FactorATX
- Memory Slots4x DDR5 DIMM, up to 256 GB
- M.2 Slots4x (1x PCIe 5.0 x4, 3x PCIe 4.0)
- PCIe Expansion1x PCIe 5.0 x16, 2x PCIe 4.0 x4
- Networking2.5GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
- VRM Phases16+1+2 digital twin
- SKUGIG-1821
- EAN4719331865221
- Fits Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors in LGA1851 socket.
- Accepts DDR5 memory modules from DDR5-5600 to DDR5-9200 with XMP support for overclocked profiles.
- Supports PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 GPUs and NVMe drives via dedicated expansion and M.2 slots.
- Standard ATX form factor fits most mid to full-size PC cases.
- DDR5 overclocking performance depends on memory IC and PMIC vendor configurations; results vary by kit.
Best for
- High-speed gaming builds
- Content creators using fast NVMe storage and high-bandwidth networking
- System builders who want PCIe 5.0 storage and DDR5 memory tuning out of the box
- Users needing multiple display outputs and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity
Trade-offs
- Older Intel CPU platforms. This board is designed for Core Ultra Series 2 only; earlier generation processors require different sockets.
- Budget-conscious builders. The feature set—Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 4, PCIe 5.0, and high-phase VRM—targets higher-tier configurations.
- DDR4 memory users. This motherboard supports DDR5 only; DDR4 modules are not compatible.
Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2) Digital twin 16+1+2 phases VRM solution D5 Bionic Corsa for Infinite Memory Performance AI Perfdrive : Provides optimal and customized BIOS preset profile for users Premium Compatibility : 4*DDR5 with XMP Memory Module Support WIFI EZ-Plug : Quick and easy design for Wi-Fi antenna installation EZ-Latch Plus : PCIe and M.2 slots with Quick Release & Screwless Design EZ-Latch Click : M.2 heatsinks with screwless design Sensor Panel Link : Onboard video port for hassle-free in-chassis panel setup Friendly UI : Multi-Theme, AIO Fan Control, and Q-Flash Auto Scan in BIOS and SW New Power Monitor in HWinfo for real-time monitoring on CPU power phases Ultra-Fast Storage : 4*M.2 slots, including 1* PCIe 5.0 x4 Efficient Thermal : VRM Thermal Armor Advanced & M.2 Thermal Guard L Fast Networking : 2.5GbE LAN & Wi-Fi 7 with directional Ultra-high gain antenna Extended Connectivity : THUNDERBOLT™ 4 Type-C with DP-Alt, DisplayPort High-Res Audio
The latest PCIe UD Slot X offers unparalleled robustness, delivering superior protection for your graphics card. 10X load-bearing capacity integrated, single-piece design anchored to a exclusive backplate · Inner Lining Rubber Strip Safeguards your graphics card's PCB against potential damage · Zinc Alloy Provides effective EMI shielding for high-frequency signals. Our innovative UD Power Connector design enhances power conductivity and thermal dissipation. Solid Pins Delivers superior conductivity and signal transmission and reduces metal wear from repeated connections. Features a metal reinforcement plate for the PCIe x16 slot, enhancing stability and durability to support large graphics cards.
AORUS gaming motherboards boost DDR5 memory performance and offer top-notch compatibility using various advanced methods. DDR5 XMP Booster feature offers ready-to-use settings derived from analysis of memory IC and PMIC vendor. This allows users to maximize DDR5 memory performance without the hassle of manual tweaking for overclocked DDR5 memory kits. * DDR5 MEMORY UPGRADE involves DDR5 memory overclocking, overclocking capability depends on users' hardware configuration. Eliminate manual entry of complex memory settings such as clock, voltage, and timings. Seamlessly overclock for both standard and XMP 3.0 DDR5 memory frequencies. Leverage XMP 3.0 User Profile to fine-tune memory settings for peak system performance. Customizable SPD Profiles or retrieve from database: Create and transfer two custom SPD profiles between systems. Rapidly assess potential memory performance by entering clock speeds and timing parameters.
AORUS motherboards come with advanced full-metal thermal design and durable heatsinks to keep your system cool and efficient. With up to 4 times the surface area of traditional coolers, this advanced design significantly boosts MOSFET cooling performance. More grooves, more airflow. Better airflow, cooler system. M.2 Thermal Guard Ext. The RL-ILM (Reduced Load-independent loading mechanisms) significantly improves thermal performance up to 4°C and avoids possible bending of the CPU IHS (integrated heat spreader), allowing overclockers and enthusiasts to push their CPUs beyond the limit without any worries. Superior cooling performance and whisper-quiet operation for your gaming rig.
HyperTune BIOS uses AI to optimize MRC and adapt to signals. Z890 series implements this for peak efficiency, enabling significant memory clock speed boosts and enhanced overall performance. Experience GIGABYTE's AI-Enhanced HyperTune – Unleashing next-gen BIOS performance. Memory Reference Code (MRC) is a critical component in BIOS that initializes and configures system memory. HyperTune BIOS leverages AI to optimize MRC, pushing memory performance to new heights while maintaining system stability.
General
| Brand | Gigabyte |
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Networking
| Ethernet | Realtek 2.5GbE LAN |
|---|---|
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 |
Performance
| Chipset | Intel Z890 Express |
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| CPU Socket | LGA1851 |
| VRM Configuration | 16+1+2 phases (digital twin) |
| Memory Support | DDR5-5600 to DDR5-9200 (overclocked) |
| Memory Slots | 4x DDR5 DIMM |
| Max Memory | 256 GB |
Ports & Power
| Rear USB | 1x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C 40 Gbps, 2x USB 3.1 Type-A 10 Gbps, 3x USB 3.0 Type-A 5 Gbps, 4x USB 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Display Output | 1x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort Alt), 1x DisplayPort |
| Storage Connectivity | 4x M.2 slots (1x PCIe 5.0 x4, 3x PCIe 4.0), 4x SATA |
| Expansion Slots | 1x PCIe 5.0 x16 (UD Slot X), 2x PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Audio | Realtek ALC1220 |
Physical
| Form Factor | ATX |
|---|---|
| I/O Shield | Fitted |
Shipping
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Returns
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