ROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI
With an advanced power design and AI features, the ROG Strix Z890-E Gaming WiFi delivers top-tier performance. Equipped with Thunderbolt™ 4, WiFi 7, high-speed DDR5 slots, and seven M.2 slots, it provides exceptional connectivity and speed, making it ideal for elite gaming and advanced AI PC applications.
- Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 ATX motherboard
- Advanced AI PC-ready
- 18+1+2+2 power stages
- DDR5 slots with NitroPath DRAM Technology
- DIMM Fit, DIMM Flex
- AEMP III, WiFi 7 with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
- seven M.2 slots
- three PCIe® 5.0 NVMe® SSD slots
- PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot with PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim
- 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
- Polymo Lighting
Asus AI Intelligence
- Asus AI Advisor – Using AI technology to understand natural-language questions or scenario descriptions, ASUS AI Advisor allows users to explore the functionality and advanced features of ASUS motherboards in a simple and straightforward way.
- AI Overclocking – ASUS AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration and push the system to its limits.
- AI Cooling II – Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click.
- AI Networking II – AI Networking II combines intelligent technologies to continuously optimize network performance, provide trustworthy and seamless connectivity, and unleash the full speed of WiFi 7
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%.
Memory
- DDR5 Domination – Enhanced signal routing can push enthusiast-grade kits well beyond the 8 GT/s threshold on the Strix Z890-E.
- NitroPath DRAM Technology – Frequency up to 400 MT/s higher. Enhance the slot retention force by 57%
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DIMM FIT – DIMM Fit is an ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature that precisely analyzes individual memory modules to optimize performance and pinpoint potential issues.
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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.
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DIMM FLEX – DIMM Flex provides enthusiasts with a powerful new way to overclock their DDR5 memory modules.
ROG STRIX Ultimate Power Design
- Dual ProCool II Power Connectors – ProCool II connectors are precision-built to ensure flush contact with PSU power lines. A metal sheath improves heat dissipation and lowers electrical impedance.
- 18+1+2+2 Power Stages – The VRM features 18+1+2+2 power stages, each rated to handle up to 110 amps
- Alloy Chokes and Durable Capacitors – Hi-end chokes and durable capacitors are engineered to resist extreme temperatures, enabling performance that exceeds industry standards.
- Eight-Layer PCB – A multi-layered printed circuit board design quickly dissipates heat around the voltage regulators to improve overall system stability and provide the CPU with more overclocking headroom.
Cooling
- M.2 Combo-Sink – This M.2 heatsink integrates a direct-contact U-shaped heat pipe to achieve optimal operating temperatures, and it has been upgraded with a larger surface area for even more cooling.
- M.2 Backplate – An integrated backplate helps ensure that high-performance drives can deliver peak performance, even when airflow is restricted.
- M.2 Heatsinks – Heatsinks cover every slot to help keep onboard NVME SSDs at optimal temperatures for consistent performance and reliability.
- VRM Heatsink Array – Two thick heatsinks covering the power delivery section provide strategic airflow channels for increased heat dissipation while empowering high-performance Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
- CPU Fan Headers – A dedicated pair of PWM/DC fan headers provides easy access to CPU coolers.
- AIO Pump Fan Header – A dedicated PWM/DC header connects self-contained water-cooling setups.
- 4-pin Fan Headers – The Strix Z890-E features five chassis fan headers, each supporting auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.
Leading Connectivity
- M.2 Slots with ROG M.2 PowerBoost – The ROG Strix Z890-E features seven onboard M.2 slots, all of which support ROG M.2 PowerBoost to help ensure that every onboard M.2 device can operate simultaneously at optimal performance.
- WIFI 7 – The revolutionary WiFi 7 is up to 4.8X times faster than standard WiFi 6*, thanks to tech like 320 MHz channels** on the 6GHz band and 4K QAM*. Multi-Link Operation (MLO) provides a more stable WiFi connection and lower latency, unlocking the realms of the unknown in gaming, streaming and industrial IoT.
- 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.
- Realtek 5Gb Ethernet – Low-latency gaming, speedy file transfers, and high-resolution video streaming are among the many perks of onboard Realtek 5Gb Ethernet.
- PCIe 5.0 Expansion Slot – The first x16 expansion slot has the PCIe 5.0 treatment to offer incredible speeds up to 64 GB/s for compatible devices, with full support for next-gen graphics cards. To bear the brunt of massive graphics cards, it is also protected with SafeSlot retention bracket and can be released easily thanks to the PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim.
- Two Thunderbolt 4 Type-C Ports – Each port delivers up to 40 Gbps of bidirectional bandwidth for the latest super-speed devices and drives. Both ports can be employed for up to two external 4K displays, and PCIe bandwidth extends to up to 32 Gbps.
- USB Wattage Watcher – USB Wattage Watcher allows users to monitor the current wattage delivered to a device connected to the USB 10Gbps Type-C® rear I/O port. With USB Wattage Watcher, users can glance at their device's charging wattage in real-time and check on their device’s Fast-Charging status.
- Dolby Atmos – ROG and Dolby® have partnered to bring superior gaming audio quality to users. Dolby Atmos expands on traditional surround sound systems by adding height channels, which enables immersive three-dimensional audio to be perceived from above, below and around the listener.
- SupremeFX – ROG SupremeFX is a unique blend of hardware and software technologies that provide superior audio. The Strix Z890-E implementation features the ALC4080 codec for high-resolution playback up to 32-bit/384 kHz across all channels. Front-panel output is streamed through the integrated Savitech amplifier that can drive high-fidelity acoustics to a wide variety of speakers and headsets.
EZ PC DIY
- PCIE SLOT Q-Release Slim – With PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, simply tilt the card toward the latching mechanism to automatically unlock it from the PCIe slot. This makes upgrades and maintenance easier than ever before. Users will no longer need to fiddle with a tricky latch or even press a button to release their graphics card from the slot.
- 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, 2260 and 2280 for easy device installation.
- New M.2 Q-Latch – The new Q-Latch design allows for tool-free installation or removal of M.2 SSDs with just one press.
- 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.
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Q-Code – The on-board LED panel shows 2-digit diagnostic codes, providing a valuable reference for troubleshooting common boot problems and hardware issues.
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Start Button – This convenient button removes the need to manually jump hard-to-reach pins during testing and troubleshooting.
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FlexKey Button – The FlexKey button defaults to resetting your PC when pressed, but it can perform other quick-access function such as toggling Aura Sync lighting.Q-LED – The on-board Q-LED troubleshooting lights give PC builders a quick indicator to confirm that key components CPU, RAM, graphics card, storage devices are functioning normally during startup. Builders can use the Q-LED feature to correct power delivery issues affecting their motherboard, and it can also alert them when memory modules have not been properly installed–even before attempting to boot a newly built PC.
- Clear CMOS & BIOS Flashback – The Clear CMOS button quickly resets BIOS settings to factory default. It can also be used to reboot the PC if incorrect BIOS settings have been selected. BIOS FlashBack is a safe and simple way to update BIOS. Just drop the (UEFI) BIOS file onto a FAT32-formatted USB stick, plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack port, and press the button. Updates can even be performed without having memory or a CPU installed.
BIOS
- BIOS Q-Dashboard – Simplify your motherboard configuration with BIOS Q-Dashboard. Its intuitive visual representation of hardware connections and corresponding BIOS settings takes the complexity out of setting up your system. Upgrade now, and discover the power of BIOS Q-Dashboard to easily and efficiently enhance your computing setup.
- UEFI BIOS – The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as more comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
Software Utilities
TurboV Core
Intuitive overclocking within Windows. No BIOS interface, no reboots. Simple and swift performance tuning at your fingertips.
ASUS GlideX
ASUS GlideX is a cross-device, cross-platform screen-sharing, screen-control and operation solution for enhanced productivity across PCs, tablets, and smartphones via USB or WiFi. Features include screen mirroring, screen extension, unified control with one keyboard and mouse, easy file transfers, and using mobile cameras as PC webcams. It's compatible with Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.
HWiNFO
HWiNFO and ROG have collaborated on this comprehensive system information and diagnostic tool that provides detailed information about hardware components and real-time monitoring of system performance in ROG style. It supports a wide range of hardware devices, and it is regularly updated to include the latest technologies.
Asus Driver Hub
ASUS DriverHub streamlines the installation and management of ASUS drivers and utilities to keep your hardware up-to-date and performing optimally. This standalone application automatically detects current driver versions and presents available updates in a list view. By default, it supports ASUS motherboards, and users are invited to install ASUS DriverHub after OS installation. Additionally, ASUS DriverHub offers one-click installation and update checks, making it easier for users to keep their systems running smoothly and efficiently.
AIDA64 Extreme
The ROG Strix Z890-E includes a sixty-day AIDA64 Extreme subscription, a tool that provides detailed information about hardware and software, as well as benchmarks to measure the performance of the entire system or individual components. AIDA64 Extreme includes a monitoring and diagnostics feature to detect and prevent hardware issues. All vital system sensors can be tracked in real time, allowing voltage readings, fan speeds, and temperature information to be displayed on the desktop or sent to dedicated displays or to the LCD panels of ROG AIO liquid coolers*.
Armoury Crate
Armoury Crate is a software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products, making it easy to tune the look and feel of your system. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate helps you customize RGB lighting and effects for compatible devices and synchronize them with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme across your system. In addition, Armoury Crate’s Fan Xpert4 tool provides comprehensive control over fans, water pumps, and all-in-one (AIO) coolers.
Outshine The Competition
ROG Strix motherboards feature ASUS Aura technology, enabling full lighting control and a variety of presets for both onboard RGB LEDs and third-party accessories. Effects can be easily synced across compatible ROG graphics cards, monitors, keyboards, and mice to give your setup a unified look.
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