ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI DDR5, LGA1851 Socket, PCIe 5.0 ATX Motherboard, Black | 90MB1IQ0-M0EAY0

Next‑Generation Platform and Robust Performance

The ASUS TUF GAMING Z890‑PLUS WIFI is a high‑performance ATX motherboard built for the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra series processors, utilising the LGA1851 socket and the Intel® Z890 chipset to support advanced desktop computing and gaming. Engineered with premium TUF components and a multi‑stage power design, it delivers stable power delivery and efficient performance under sustained loads, making it suitable for demanding productivity, content creation, and gaming systems. The board supports high‑speed DDR5 memory with overclocking potential and enhanced memory profiles for optimized system responsiveness.

Expansion, Storage, and Connectivity Options

This motherboard offers extensive expansion capabilities with one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for next‑generation graphics cards, additional PCIe 4.0 slots for add‑in cards, and four M.2 slots supporting both PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 storage devices. A mix of SATA and NVMe support enables flexible storage configurations, including RAID setups for enhanced performance and redundancy. Built‑in Wi‑Fi 7 and 2.5 Gb Ethernet with TUF LANGuard provide high‑speed networking, while Thunderbolt™ 4 and a front USB 20 Gbps Type‑C interface ensure fast connectivity with peripherals and external displays. 

Cooling, Durability, and DIY‑Friendly Features

The ASUS TUF GAMING Z890‑PLUS WIFI includes comprehensive thermal management with sizable heatsinks, multiple fan headers, and smart fan control options to maintain stable temperatures under heavy loads. TUF‑grade components such as capacitors and chokes offer enhanced durability and long‑term reliability. ASUS also integrates DIY‑friendly conveniences like PCIe/M.2 Q‑Release buttons, BIOS FlashBack™, and a pre‑mounted I/O shield to simplify system building and upgrades. Aura Sync RGB lighting control provides aesthetic customization across compatible devices.

Key Specifications

Model: ASUS TUF GAMING Z890‑PLUS WIFI DDR5 ATX Motherboard (90MB1IQ0‑M0EAY0)
CPU Socket: Intel® LGA1851 for Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
Chipset: Intel® Z890
Memory: 4 × DIMM DDR5 slots, dual‑channel, up to 256 GB, up to 9066+ MT/s (OC), AEMPIII / XMP support
Graphics Expansion: 1 × PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot, plus additional PCIe 4.0 slots
Storage: 4 × M.2 slots (1 × PCIe 5.0, 3 × PCIe 4.0/SATA), 4 × SATA 6 Gb/s ports, RAID support
Networking: Intel® 2.5 Gb Ethernet with TUF LANGuard, Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth
Rear I/O: 1 × Thunderbolt™ 4 USB‑C, 1 × USB 20 Gbps USB‑C, USB Type‑A ports (10 Gbps & 5 Gbps)
Audio: Realtek ALC high‑definition audio (7.1‑channel)
Cooling: VRM heatsinks, multiple fan/AIO pump headers, smart fan control
Form Factor: ATX
DIY Features: PCIe & M.2 Q‑Release, BIOS FlashBack™, pre‑mounted I/O shield
RGB: ASUS Aura Sync support for synchronised lighting control