ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI Motherboard

ROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI

News & Updates

2024/10/24: A new BIOS has been released addressing various bugs, including no display from the graphics card when installing Windows 11 24H2. It is recommended to use the new EZ Flash tool to update directly using the ZIP file downloaded from the ASUS site.

Key Specifications

• Model: ROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI
• Form Factor: ATX (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm / 12 in x 9.6 in)

CPU Support

• Socket: Intel® Socket LGA1851 for Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
• Technologies Supported:
  • Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
  • Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
  • Note: Refer to the ASUS support site for the CPU support list.

Chipset

• Chipset: Intel® Z890 Chipset

Memory

• Slots: 4 x DIMM slots
• Maximum Capacity: 192GB, DDR5
• Speed Support: Up to 8800+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)*
• Memory Features:
  • Dual Channel Memory Architecture
  • Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
  • NitroPath DRAM Technology
  • ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III)
• *Note: Supported memory types, data rates, and module configurations vary; refer to the CPU/Memory Support list on the ASUS support site.

Graphics

• Outputs:
  • 1 x DisplayPort (supports max. 8K@60Hz)
  • 1 x HDMI® port (supports max. 8K@60Hz)
  • 2 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 (supports up to 8K@60Hz x1 with DSC or 4K@60Hz x2)
• *Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types.

Expansion Slots

• Slots:
  • 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (supports x16 or x8/x4/x4 modes)
  • 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (supports x4 mode)
• *Check PCIe bifurcation table on the ASUS support site for compatibility.

Storage

• M.2 Slots: 7 x M.2 slots (Key M)
• SATA Ports: 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
• Storage Features:
  • Supports Intel® Rapid Storage Technology for RAID configurations.
  • *Note: M.2 slots share bandwidth with PCIEX16(G5), reducing lanes when occupied.

Ethernet

• LAN: 1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard

Wireless & Bluetooth

• Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), supports 2.4/5/6GHz bands, max 5.8Gbps
• Bluetooth: Bluetooth® v5.4

USB Connectivity

• Rear USB: 14 ports total
  • 2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 (USB Type-C®)
  • 9 x USB 10Gbps ports (7 x Type-A + 2 x USB Type-C®)
  • 3 x USB 5Gbps ports (Type-A)
• Front USB: 11 ports total

Audio

• Audio Codec: ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080
  • High quality 120 dB SNR playback, 110 dB SNR recording
  • Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback

Back Panel I/O Ports

• 2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 (USB Type-C®)
• 9 x USB 10Gbps ports
• 3 x USB 5Gbps ports
• 1 x DisplayPort
• 1 x HDMI® port
• 1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet
• 2 x Gold-plated audio jacks
• 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port
• 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button
• 1 x Clear CMOS button

Internal I/O Connectors

• Various fan headers, storage connectors, and USB headers for expansion.

Special Features

• ASUS Q-Design: Includes M.2 Q-Latch, M.2 Q-Release, and more.
• Aura Sync: Addressable Gen2 headers for RGB customization.
• Extreme Engine Digi+: High-quality capacitors for stability.

Accessories

• Cables: 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
• Cooling Kit: 1 x Thermal pad for M.2 22110
• Miscellaneous: Includes ASUS Wi-Fi Q-Antenna, cable ties, and documentation.

Operating System Compatibility

• Supported OS: Windows® 11 (22H2 & later)