{"product_id":"gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-ice-lga1851-atx-motherboard","title":"Gigabyte Z890 AORUS Elite WiFi7 ICE LGA1851 ATX Motherboard","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour M.2 slots with PCIe 5.0 support\u003c\/strong\u003e — 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWi-Fi 7 with 2.5GbE LAN\u003c\/strong\u003e — 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 and Realtek 2.5GbE wired Ethernet handle high-bandwidth networking. Directional antenna design improves signal reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16+1+2 phase VRM with thermal armor\u003c\/strong\u003e — Power delivery designed for sustained CPU loads. VRM Thermal Armor Advanced and M.2 Thermal Guard L keep components cool under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThunderbolt 4 and DisplayPort outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — Thunderbolt 4 Type-C with DisplayPort Alt mode plus a discrete DisplayPort connector support multi-display and high-speed external peripherals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDDR5 memory with XMP support\u003c\/strong\u003e — Four DDR5 DIMM slots support speeds up to DDR5-9200 overclocked. XMP Booster feature enables one-click profile loading for optimized memory performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLGA1851 socket for Intel Core Ultra Series 2\u003c\/strong\u003e — Compatible with the latest Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2). Socket supports L3 cache configurations that vary by CPU model.\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\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 Express\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\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;\"\u003e4x DDR5 DIMM, up to 256 GB\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;\"\u003e4x (1x PCIe 5.0 x4, 3x 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%;\"\u003ePCIe Expansion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1x PCIe 5.0 x16, 2x PCIe 4.0 x4\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;\"\u003e2.5GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4\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%;\"\u003eVRM Phases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e16+1+2 digital twin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Fits Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors in LGA1851 socket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Accepts DDR5 memory modules from DDR5-5600 to DDR5-9200 with XMP support for overclocked profiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Supports PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 GPUs and NVMe drives via dedicated expansion and M.2 slots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Standard ATX form factor fits most mid to full-size PC cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: DDR5 overclocking performance depends on memory IC and PMIC vendor configurations; results vary by kit.\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\u003eHigh-speed gaming builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContent creators using fast NVMe storage and high-bandwidth networking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystem builders who want PCIe 5.0 storage and DDR5 memory tuning out of the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers needing multiple display outputs and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrade-offs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOlder Intel CPU platforms.\u003c\/b\u003e This board is designed for Core Ultra Series 2 only; earlier generation processors require different sockets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBudget-conscious builders.\u003c\/b\u003e The feature set—Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 4, PCIe 5.0, and high-phase VRM—targets higher-tier configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDDR4 memory users.\u003c\/b\u003e This motherboard supports DDR5 only; DDR4 modules are not compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupports 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 \u0026amp; 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 \u0026amp; M.2 Thermal Guard L Fast Networking : 2.5GbE LAN \u0026amp; Wi-Fi 7 with directional Ultra-high gain antenna Extended Connectivity : THUNDERBOLT™ 4 Type-C with DP-Alt, DisplayPort High-Res Audio\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAORUS 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAORUS 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHyperTune 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. 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