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| Basic Information | ||
| Supported CPU | Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2), LGA1851 Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 |
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| Chipset | Intel Z890 Chipset | |
| BIOS | 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS | |
| Form Factor | ATX | |
| Audio | Realtek ALC1220P 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs - Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in) - Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback* Audio Features - SupremeFX Shielding Technology - Savitech SV3H712 AMP - Gold-plated audio jacks - Rear optical S/PDIF out port - Premium audio capacitors - Audio cover * A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output. ** The LINE OUT port on the rear panel does not support spatial audio. If you wish to use spatial audio, make sure to connect your audio output device to the audio jack on the front panel of your chassis or use a USB interface audio device. |
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| Expansion Slots | ||
| PCI | Intel Core Ultra Processors(Series 2) 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (supports x16 or x8/x4/x4 modes) Intel Z890 Chipset 2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (supports x4 mode) |
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| M.2 Socket | 4 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports | |
| Memory | ||
| Maximum Memory | 256GB | |
| Slots | 4x DIMM slots | |
| Supported Memory | Support up to 9066+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Un-buffered ,Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)* Dual Channel Memory Architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module Supports DIMM Flex NitroPath DRAM Technology DIMM Fit ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III) |
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| Type | DDR5 | |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics | 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port * Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to www.intel.com for any updates. ** Supports max. 8K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4. *** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1. **** VGA resolution support depends on processors' or graphic cards' resolution. |
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| Connector & Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI 2.1 | |
| USB (s) | Rear USB (Total 10 ports) 2 x USB 20Gbps ports (1 x USB Type-C* + 1 x USB Type-C with up to 30W PD Fast-charge) 4 x USB 10Gbps ports (4 x Type-A) 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A) Front USB (Total 7 ports) 1 x USB 20Gbps (1 x USB Type-C) 1 x USB 5Gbps header support 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports * USB Type-C power delivery output: max. 5V/3A ** USB Type-C power delivery output: 5V/9V max. 3A, 12V max 2.5A, 15V max. 2.0A |
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| LAN Port (s) | 1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet ASUS LANGuard |
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| Supported Storage | Supports 4 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Intel Core Ultra Processors(Series 2) M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode) M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) Intel Z890 Chipset M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports * Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10, M.2 slot from CPU only support RAID 0/1/5. |
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| RAID | Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10, M.2 slot from CPU only supports RAID 0/1/5. | |
| Audio | 2 x Gold-plated audio jacks | |
| Internal I/O Ports | Connectors Fan and Cooling Related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header 5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan header Power Related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 2 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connector Storage Related 4 x M.2 slots (Key M) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports USB 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C) 1 x USB 5Gbps header support 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports Miscellaneous 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers 1 x Chassis Intrusion header 1 x CPU Over voltage jumper 1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO) 1 x Start button 1 x 10-1 pin Front System Panel header 1 x Thermal Sensor header 1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header |
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| Display Port (s) | 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 | |
| Wireless Communication module | Wi-Fi 7 2x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band Support Wi-Fi 7 320MHz bandwidth, up to 5.8Gbps transfer rate. Bluetooth® v5.4 Wi-Fi features may vary depending on the operating system For Windows 11, Wi-Fi 7 will require 24H2 or later version for full functions, Windows 11 21H2/22H2/23H2 only supports Wi-Fi 6E. For Windows 10, only Wi-Fi 6 is supported. Wi-Fi 6GHz frequency band and bandwidth regulatory may vary between countries. The Bluetooth® version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications. |
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| Others | ||
| Special Features | Extreme Engine Digi+ - 5K Black metallic capacitors ASUS Q-Design - M.2 Q-Latch - M.2 Q-Release - M.2 Q-Slide - PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim (with PCIe SafeSlot) - Q-Antenna - Q-Dashboard - Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green]) - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - M.2 heatsink backplate - M.2 heatsink - VRM heatsink design ASUS EZ DIY - BIOS FlashBack™ button - BIOS FlashBack™ LED - Clear CMOS button - CPU Socket lever protector - ProCool II - Pre-mounted I/O shield - SafeSlot - SafeDIMM Aura Sync - Addressable Gen 2 headers Rear USB 20Gbps with PD Fast Charge Support - Support: up to 30W fast charging and USB Wattage Watcher - Output: 5V/9V max. 3A, 12V max 2.5A, 15V max. 2.0A - Compatible with PD3.0 |
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| Bundled Software | ROG Exclusive Software - ROG CPU-Z - Dolby Atmos ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate - AIDA64 Extreme (60 days free trial) - Aura Creator - Aura Sync - Fan Xpert 4 (with AI Cooling II) - GameFirst - HWiNFO - Power Saving - ASUS AI Advisor - ASUS Driver Hub - ASUS GlideX - USB Wattage Watcher - TurboV Core - Adobe Creative Cloud (Free Trial) - Norton 360 for Gamers (60 Days Free Trial) - WinRAR (40 Days Free Trial) UEFI BIOS AI Overclocking Guide NPU Boost ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - ASUS MyHotkey FlexKey |
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| Warranty Information | ||
| Warranty | 3 Year | |
The ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 APEX is an elite, enthusiast-grade ATX motherboard built for the Intel Z890 chipset and the LGA1851 socket. Specifically engineered for extreme overclocking, competitive benchmarking, and top-tier gaming systems, this flagship board is tailored to unlock the absolute maximum performance from Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2).
The defining trait of the APEX series is its uncompromising focus on frequency scaling. By utilizing a specialized two-slot DDR5 DIMM layout instead of the standard four, the board significantly reduces signal interference and shortens copper trace pathways. Enhanced by ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III) and optimized for next-generation CUDIMM modules, the motherboard is built to stabilize blistering memory frequencies exceeding 9600+ MT/s (OC), making it a dream for memory tuning.
To fuel intense overclocking sessions under massive electrical current, the motherboard features an astonishing 22+1+2+2 digital power stage design, with each phase rated at a massive 110A. This clean power delivery is supported by high-permeability MicroFine alloy chokes, premium solid-polymer capacitors, and dual ProCool II connectors. Massive integrated I/O covers, beefy VRM heatsinks, and a bundled ROG Memory Fan Kit work dynamically with AI Cooling II to keep critical components well within safe thermal thresholds.
Expansion is exceptionally future-proof, offering dual PCIe 5.0 x16 slots alongside six total M.2 slots (including three PCIe 5.0 lanes), expanding further via the vertical ROG DIMM.2 riser card. Premium networking is fully realized with ultra-fast Wi-Fi 7 and a high-bandwidth Realtek 5Gb Ethernet port. The rear panel is loaded with dual Thunderbolt 4 Type-C ports, while the front panel supports USB 20Gbps with 60W Quick Charge 4+, delivering an ultimate mix of raw speed and premium versatility.
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