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ASUS TUF Gaming Z890-PRO WiFi

ATX · DDR5 · 4 DIMMs · 16-phase VRM · 7

Quality
89
VRM
70
Value
65
Amazon
$259
ASUS TUF Gaming Z890-PRO WiFi
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$259
Available Updated 2 days, 6 hours ago
Overall89.0
VRM70.0
Chipset100.0
Expansion / storage110.0
Connectivity81.0
Audio84.0
Quality / price65.3
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Written analysis

ASUS TUF Gaming Z890-PRO WiFi at a glance

The ASUS TUF Gaming Z890-PRO WiFi uses the ATX form factor, LGA 1851 socket, and Z890 chipset. This is a high-end platform with the feature headroom expected in an enthusiast gaming or productivity build.

Memory support is DDR5 across 4 DIMM slots, with up to 256 GB and rated overclocked speeds up to 9066 MT/s. XMP / EXPO memory-profile support is recorded for easier tuning.

Best fit: a premium gaming or creator build that will use the stronger VRM, storage, and I/O rather than simply needing a compatible socket.

Power delivery

The calculated VRM score is 70.0, placing the power delivery in the upper mid-range class. The board lists 16 CPU power phases, 80 A power stages in a 16(80A) + 1(80A) + 2(80A) + 1(80A) layout. CPU power input is listed as 2. It suits performance processors at stock; sustained extreme overclocking is not its main purpose.

Expansion and storage

The expansion and storage score is 110.0: exceptionally well equipped . The platform supports PCIe 5.0. Physical expansion includes 2 ×16 slots, 1 ×4, and 2 ×1.

On-board storage consists of 4 M.2 slots and 4 SATA ports. Supported M.2 lengths are listed as 22110, 2280, 2260, 2242. That is enough NVMe capacity for a multi-drive gaming or creator setup without immediately relying on an add-in card.

Connectivity and rear I/O

The connectivity score is 81.0, rated strong . Wireless networking is Wi-Fi 7 ; wired networking is 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet at up to 2500 Mbps. Bluetooth 5.4 is included. The recorded USB provision is 8 rear connections and 1 front-panel connections. USB4 Type-C is available at the rear. The specification sheet below separates every USB speed and connector type.

Display connectivity includes HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, USB-C DisplayPort. These motherboard outputs require a processor with integrated graphics.

Audio

The audio score is 84.0. This is a high-end onboard implementation using Realtek ALC1220P, suitable for good headsets, powered speakers, and everyday content work. The rear panel has 5 analogue jacks. Optical S/PDIF is present for digital audio equipment.

Buying verdict

Overall quality is 89.00, a premium result. It makes sense when the build will use its stronger VRM and richer connectivity; otherwise a lower-tier board may deliver the same CPU performance for less.

At the recorded Amazon price, the quality-to-price score is 65.3—an excellent value relative to the other boards in the catalog.

Board data

Full specifications

Platform, expansion, storage, rear I/O, internal headers, networking, audio, and board controls in one sheet.

General

Manufacturer
ASUS
Motherboard
ASUS TUF Gaming Z890-PRO WiFi
Chipset / socket
Z890 / LGA 1851
Form factor
ATX
Launch price
—
Amazon price
$259
Availability
In stock
Price updated
2 days, 6 hours ago

VRM

CPU phases
16 (80 A)
Power design
16(80A) + 1(80A) + 2(80A) + 1(80A)
EPS connector
2

Memory

Type / slots
DDR5 / 4 DIMMs
Max capacity / OC
256 GB / 9066 MT/s
XMP / EXPO
Yes

PCIe

Supported version
PCIe 5.0
x16 physical
2
x16 Gen 5
1
x16 Gen 4
1
x4 physical
1
x4 Gen 4
1
x1 physical
2
x1 Gen 4
2

Storage

M.2 slots
4
M.2 lengths
22110, 2280, 2260, 2242
SATA ports
4

Display outputs

HDMI
Yes · 2.1 · 4K@60Hz
DisplayPort
Yes · 1.4 · 4K@60Hz
USB-C DisplayPort
Yes · 2.1 · 8K@60Hz

USB

Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 10 Gbps
6
Rear USB4 Type-C
2
Front USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C 20 Gbps
1
Front USB-C PD
30 W
Header USB 2.0
4
Header USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 5 Gbps
2
USB4
Type-C · rear

Networking

Ethernet
1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet
LAN ports
1
LAN speed
2500 Mbps
Wi-Fi
7
Wi-Fi bandwidth
160MHz
Bands
2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz
Antenna connectors
2
Bluetooth
5.4

Audio

Chipset
Realtek ALC1220P
Analog jacks
5
Gold-plated jacks
No
Optical S/PDIF
Yes
Spatial audio
No

Buttons

BIOS flashback
Yes
Clear CMOS
No
Q-Flash Plus
No
Smart button
No
Onboard start / reset
No

Additional information

Memory notes
Supports Non-ECC, Un-buffered, and Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM). Features DIMM Fit and ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMPIII). Supported memory types, data rate, and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration. Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.
Display notes
Includes 2 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 ports (USB Type-C®) which support DisplayPort and Thunderbolt™ video outputs. In Thunderbolt 4 mode, these ports support up to 8K@60Hz on one display (with DSC) or 4K@60Hz on two displays. In DP alt mode, only one USB Type-C® port supports up to UHBR20 at a time. Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. During OS installation, it is recommended to connect the monitor to the HDMI port or a discrete graphics card.
Expansion notes
One PCIe 4.0 x16 slot supports x4 mode. Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/) for more details.
M.2_1
5.0 4 · 2242, 2260, 2280 · CPU
M.2_2
4.0 4 · 2280 · CPU
M.2_3
4.0 4 · 2280, 22110 · Chipset
M.2_4
4.0 4 · SATA · 2242, 2260, 2280 · Chipset
RAID
SATA / PCIe (['0', '1', '5', '10'])
Storage notes
Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports both PCIe and SATA RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10. M.2 slots connected to the CPU only support RAID 0, 1, and 5.
USB notes
Front USB 20Gbps Type-C port supports up to 30W PD/PPS Fast-charge. Power delivery output specs: 5V/9V max. 3A, 12V max 2.5A, 15V max. 2.0A. The internal I/O list also mentions a Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header not listed in the primary USB data.
Audio notes
Features 7.1 Surround Sound. Includes impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs, an internal audio amplifier, jack-detection, multi-streaming, and front panel jack-retasking. Supports 120 dB SNR stereo playback and 113 dB SNR recording, with up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback (with limitations for 7.1 surround). Also features audio shielding, premium audio capacitors, dedicated audio PCB layers, an audio cover, and a unique de-pop circuit.
Networking notes
Wi-Fi transfer rate up to 2.9Gbps. 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 support Wi-Fi 6E. For Windows 10, no driver is available. Wi-Fi 6GHz frequency band and bandwidth regulatory may vary between countries. The Bluetooth version may vary, refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications.
Button notes
The motherboard includes a Clear CMOS header, but not a dedicated button.
Fan / RGB headers
1 CPU · 1 OPT · 1 AIO · 4 chassis · 3 ARGB · — RGB
Thermal sensors
1
Other headers
Front audio · System panel · Thunderbolt
Dimensions
30.5 cm x 24.4 cm

Extracted notes sit here. Official manufacturer copy is at the bottom of the page.

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Vendor copy

Official manufacturer data

Raw manufacturer text kept for reference. Structured specs above are extracted from this copy and are the source for scores and tables.

Memory

4 x DIMM slots, max. 256GB, DDR5
Support up to 9066+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Un-buffered ,Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)*
Dual channel memory architecture
DIMM Fit
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III(AEMPIII)
* Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/.
** Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.
*** Adjustments will be made based on the specifications of mass-produced memory products available on the market.

Graphics

1 x DisplayPort**
1 x HDMI™ port***  
2 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 ports (USB Type-C®) support DisplayPort and Thunderbolt™ video outputs****
* Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to www.intel.com for any updates.
** Supports max. 4K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.
*** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1.
**** In ThunderboltTM 4  mode, supports up to 8K@60Hz x1 with DSC or 4K@60Hz x 2, maximum total bandwidth up to 23.8Gbps or 16Gbps/16Gbps, for resolution support please check DisplayPort 2.1 specs.
***** In DP alt mode, Only one USB Type-C® port supports up to UHBR20 at a time.
****** VGA resolution support depends on processors' or graphic cards' resolution.
******* While installing the operating system, please ensure that your monitor is connected to the HDMI port on the back I/O panel or to a discrete graphics card.

Expansion slots

Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors(Series 2)*
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
Intel® Z890 Chipset
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 slot
2 x PCIe 4.0 x1 slots
* Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/).
- To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for the list of supported peripherals.

Storage

Total 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  (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 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10, M.2 slot from CPU only support RAID 0/1/5.

USB

Rear USB (Total 8 ports)
2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 ports (2 x USB Type-C®)
6 x USB 10Gbps ports (6 x Type-A)
Front USB (Total 7 ports)
1 x USB 20Gbps (supports USB Type-C® with up to 30W PD/PPS Fast-charge )*
1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
* USB Type-C® power delivery output: 5V/9V max. 3A, 12V max 2.5A, 15V max. 2.0A

Internal I/O

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
4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
Power Related
1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
2 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connectors
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 supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
Miscellaneous
3 x Addressable RGB Gen 2 headers
1 x Clear CMOS header
1 x Chassis Intrusion header
1 x COM Port header
1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO)
1 x 10-1 pin Front System Panel header
1 x Thermal Sensor header
1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header

Rear I/O

2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 USB Type-C® ports
6 x USB 10Gbps ports (6 x Type-A)
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI™ port
1 x Wi-Fi module
1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet port
5 x Audio jacks
1 x Optical S/PDIF out port
1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button

Wireless

Wi-Fi 7*
2x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band**
Supports Wi-Fi 7 160MHz bandwidth, up to 2.9Gbps 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 support Wi-Fi 6E.
For Windows 10, please note that no driver is available , please refer to the Wi-Fi chipset vendor's website for details.
** 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.

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
- Audio Shielding
- Rear optical S/PDIF out port
- Premium audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
- Audio cover
- Unique de-pop circuit
* Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1 Surround Sound audio.

Special features

ASUS TUF PROTECTION
- DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)
- ESD Guards
- TUF LANGuard
- Overvoltage protection
- SafeSlot
- Stainless-steel back I/O
ASUS Q-Design
- M.2 Q-Latch
- M.2 Q-Release
- M.2 Q-Slide
- Q-Release Slim (with PCIe SafeSlot)
- Q-Antenna
- Q-Dashboard
- Q-DIMM
- 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
- CPU Socket lever protector
- ProCool
- Pre-mounted I/O shield
- SafeDIMM
Aura Sync
- Addressable Gen 2 headers
Front Panel 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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