Asus ROG MAXIMUS Z890 APEX, Intel Z890, 1851, ATX, 2 DDR5, 2 TB4, Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN, PD 60W, ROG DIMM.2 Card, RGB, 6x M.2
Asus ROG MAXIMUS Z890 APEX, Intel Z890, 1851, ATX, 2 DDR5, 2 TB4, Wi-Fi 7, 5G LA
£578.07Price
ROG MAXIMUS Z890 APEXThe ROG Maximus Z890 Apex fully supports Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2). Precision-engineered for supreme overclocking, it carries the legacy of the series forward into a new generation. With exceptional power delivery and a two-slot DDR5 memory layout, overclockers can meet and exceed their ambitions for record-breaking CPU and memory performance. For those who favor lighter colors for the aesthetics of their build, the ROG Maximus Z890 Apex features a cobble-gray surface, polished metallic accents, sleek contours and a predominantly silver palette.
- Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 ATX motherboard
- Advanced AI PC-ready
- 22+1+2+2 power stages
- NPU Boost
- DDR5 slots with DIMM Fit
- DIMM Flex and AEMP III
- ROG Memory Fan Kit for DDR5 overclocking
- WiFi 7 with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
- Three PCIe® 5.0 M.2 slots and one PCIe 4.0 M.2 slot onboard with ROG M.2 Power Boost
- Two PCIe 4.0 slots on DIMM.2
- Two PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots with PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim
- Full support for next-gen graphics cards
- Two Thunderbolt™ 4 ports
- USB 20Gbps Type-C® front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W
- USB Wattage Watcher
- ASUS AI Advisor
- AI Overclocking
- AI Cooling II
- AI Networking II
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 - Tuning is now faster and smarter than ever before.
- 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%
- Overclocker’s Toolkit - The ROG Overclocker’s Tooklit is a powerful set of hardware-level controls to enhance your overclocking experience. Some are quick and easy time savers, while others offer masterful functionality to help you smash benchmarks and break records
- Differential Sensing - Conventional motherboards use single-ended sensing tapped from a location that isn't ideal, leading to a large disparity between the actual voltage fed to the CPU and the value reported to software. The ROG Maximus Z890 Apex features a differential-sensing circuit and delicate IC that simplify overclocking and tuning by allowing you to track voltages more accurately
- Condensation Detection - Specialized circuitry allows ROG Maximus Z890 Apex to detect when condensation occurs on the back of the board. Divided into three distinct sections — CPU, DRAM, and PCIe — the feature provides a useful warning when an area may be at risk of short-circuiting.
Memory- DDR5 Domination - Thanks to improved signal routing, now enthusiast-grade kits can be driven beyond the 9 GT/s mark on the ROG Maximus Z890 Apex.
- 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 employs specialized circuitry that can boost performance or address potential stability issues, depending on temperature readings.
ROG STRIX Ultimate Power Design- 8 + 8-pin ProCool II power connectors - Dual ProCool connectors ensure a snug and reliable connection to the EPS 12V power lines.
- 22+1+2+2 power stages - The VRM features 22+1+2+2 power stages, each rated to handle up to 110 amps
- SMD capacitors - Input and output filtering is provided by solid-polymer capacitors rated to last thousands of hours at high operating temperatures.
- MicroFine alloy chokes - Each power stage is accompanied by a high-permeability alloy-core choke rated to handle 45 amps.
Cooling- VRM heatsink array - VRM heatsinks on the MOSFETs and chokes are connected by an embedded heatpipe to increase mass and surface area for dissipation.
- High-conductivity thermal pads - Each thermal pad improves overall heat transfer from the system by bridging the heat generated by the power stages to the heatsink.
- ROG DIMM.2 card heatsink - Two additional M.2 slots are kept cool with the DIMM.2 card's hefty heatsinks.
- M.2 heatsinks and backplates - Large aluminum heatsinks provide extensive surface area to cool mounted M.2 drives, and four onboard M.2 slots have dedicated backplates for additional heat dissipation.
- Chipset heatsink - A dedicated heatsink draws heat away from the chipset to maintain optimum operating temperature.
- Thermal Management - Multiple temperature sources, 4-pin fan headers, AIO pump header
- Cooler Compatibility - ASUS AIO coolers offer robust performance, high overclocking potential, bold aesthetics and customizable functionality for new Z890 motherboards, empowering you to build your dream gaming rig.
Description
Specification
- Motherboard Type: Desktop
- Form Factor: ATX
- Socket: Intel 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- #Hide#DDR Type: DDR5
- CPU Support: Support Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
Click here for CPU support - RAM Technology: "DDR5 (Dual Channel)
Non-ECC, Un-buffered, Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)*
DIMM Fit
Supports Intel XMP
Supports DIMM Flex
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III
*Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function" - RAM Slots: 2 x DIMM
- RAM Speeds: Up to 9000+ MT/s (OC)
- Maximum Memory: 128GB
- Graphics: Integrated Graphics
Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types - Graphics Ports: 2 x Thunderbolt 4 support DisplayPort and Thunderbolt video outputs
- PCI/PCI Express: "Intel Core Ultra CPUs (Series 2):
2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (supports x16 or x8/x8 or x8/x4/x4 modes)*
Intel Z890 Chipset:
2 x PCIe 4.0 x4
*M.2_3 & M.2_4 share bandwidth with PCIEX16(G5)_2. When M.2_3 is enabled, PCIEX16(G5)_1 will run x8 & PCIEX16(G5)_2 will run x4. When M.2_3 & M.2_4 are enabled, PCIEX16(G5)_1 will run x8 & PCIEX16(G5)_2 will disabled
" - Storage: 4 x SATA III
6 x M.2
Intel Core Ultra CPUs (Series 2):
M.2_1 (2242/2260/2280/22110) - PCIe 5.0 x4
M.2_2 (2242/2260/2280) - PCIe 4.0 x4
M.2_3 (2242/2260/2280) - PCIe 5.0 x4
M.2_4 (2242/2260/2280) PCIe 5.0 x4
Intel Z890 Chipset (via ROG DIMM.2):
DIMM.2_1 (2230/2242/2260/2280/22110) - PCIe 4.0 x4
DIMM.2_2 (2230/2242/2260/2280/22110) - PCIe 4.0 x4 - 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"
- Wireless: "Wi-Fi 7
2x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band
Supports Wi-Fi 7 320MHz bandwidth, up to 5.8Gbps transfer rate.
Bluetooth v5.4" - LAN: 5GB LAN
- Audio: ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080
- USB Ports Supported: Rear:
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (USB Type-C)
1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C
4 x USB 10Gbps Type-A
4 x USB 5Gbps Type-A
Front:
1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C (up to 60W PD/QC4+)
1 x USB 10Gbps Type-C
4 x USB 5Gbps
4 x USB 2.0 - Back Panel I/O Ports: 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (USB Type-C)
1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C
4 x USB 10Gbps Type-A
4 x USB 5Gbps Type-A
1 x Wi-Fi Module
1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet
2 x Gold-plated audio jacks
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
1 x BIOS FlashBack button
1 x Clear CMOS button
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo - Internal I/O Connectors: 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump
2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan
2 x 4-pin Full Speed Fan
1 x W_PUMP+
1 x Extra Flow Fan
1 x 24-pin Main
2 x 8-pin +12V
1 x 8-pin PCIe
4 x M.2 (Key M) - .: 1 x DIMM.2 slot supports 2 x M.2
4 x SATA 6Gb/s
1 x USB 20Gbps USB Type-C
1 x USB 10Gbps USB Type-C
2 x USB 5Gbps
2 x USB 2.0
1 x 80 Light Bar jumper
3 x Addressable Gen2
1 x Alteration PCIe mode switch
4 x BCLK button - .: 1 x BIOS Switch button
1 x FlexKey button
1 x Front Panel Audio
1 x LN2 Mode jumper
1 x Pause switch
18 x ProbeIt Measurement Points
1 x ReTry button
2 x RSVD switches
1 x RSVD header
1 x Safe Boot button
1 x Slow Mode switch
1 x Start button
1 x 10-1 pin System Panel
1 x Thermal Sensor
1 x Thunderbolt (USB4) - Accessories: 1 x ROG DIMM.2 with heatsink
1 x M.2 pad for ROG DIMM.2
2 x M.2 screw package for ROG DIMM.2
1 x Thermal pad for M.2 22110
1 x ROG Memory Fan Kit
1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
1 x Q-connector
1 x ROG VIP card
3 x M.2 Q-Slide package
5 x M.2 backplate rubber packages
1 x ROG Bottle Opener
1 x USB drive with utilities and drivers
1 x Quick start guide - Additional Features: See Overview
- Package Type: Retail
- Package Weight: 3.7000 kg
- Warranty: 3 Years
- #Hide#M.2 Slot(s): Yes (M.2)
- #Hide#No. LAN Ports: 1 x LAN
- #Hide#Max LAN Speed: 5GB LAN
- #Hide#Wi-Fi: Yes (Wi-Fi)
- #Hide#RGB Lighting: Out of the box RGB lighting