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ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-A

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

Quality
88
VRM
74
Value
58
Amazon
$292
ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-A
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$292
Available Updated 2 days, 6 hours ago
Overall88.4
VRM74.0
Chipset100.0
Expansion / storage93.0
Connectivity87.0
Audio88.0
Quality / price57.5
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Written analysis

ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-A at a glance

The ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-A 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 74.0, placing the power delivery in the high-end class. The board lists 16 CPU power phases, 90 A power stages in a 16(90A)+1(90A)+2(90A)+2(80A) layout. CPU power input is listed as 2. It is a strong match for upper-tier processors at stock and leaves useful tuning headroom.

Expansion and storage

The expansion and storage score is 93.0: exceptionally well equipped . The platform supports PCIe 5.0. Physical expansion includes 2 ×16 slots.

On-board storage consists of 5 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 87.0, rated premium . 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 10 rear connections; a front-panel total is not recorded. USB4 Type-C is available at the rear. The specification sheet below separates every USB speed and connector type.

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

Audio

The audio score is 88.0. This is a high-end onboard implementation using ROG SupremeFX ALC4080, Savitech SV3H712 AMP, suitable for good headsets, powered speakers, and everyday content work. The rear panel has 2 analogue jacks. Optical S/PDIF is present for digital audio equipment.

Buying verdict

Overall quality is 88.40, 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 57.5—a balanced value for its feature class.

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 ROG STRIX Z890-A
Chipset / socket
Z890 / LGA 1851
Form factor
ATX
Launch price
—
Amazon price
$292
Availability
In stock
Price updated
2 days, 6 hours ago

VRM

CPU phases
16 (90 A)
Power design
16(90A)+1(90A)+2(90A)+2(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

Storage

M.2 slots
5
M.2 lengths
22110, 2280, 2260, 2242
SATA ports
4

Display outputs

HDMI
Yes
DisplayPort
Yes
USB-C DisplayPort
Yes

USB

Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 5 Gbps
2
Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 10 Gbps
5
Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C 10 Gbps
1
Rear USB4 Type-C
2
Rear USB-C PD
30 W
Front USB-C PD
15 W
Header USB 2.0
4
Header USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 5 Gbps
2
Header USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C 20 Gbps
1
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
320MHz
Bands
2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz
Antenna connectors
2
Bluetooth
5.4

Audio

Chipset
ROG SupremeFX ALC4080, Savitech SV3H712 AMP
Analog jacks
2
Gold-plated jacks
No
Optical S/PDIF
Yes
Spatial audio
Rear output

Buttons

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

Additional information

Memory notes
Supports Non-ECC, Un-buffered, and Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM) modules. Features include DIMM Flex, DIMM FIT, and ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMPIII). Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function. Supported memory types, data rate, and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration.
Display notes
Features 2 Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 ports which support DisplayPort and Thunderbolt™ video outputs. Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types.
Expansion notes
The PCIe 4.0 x16 slot from the Intel Z890 Chipset supports x4 mode.
M.2_1
5.0 4 · 2242, 2260, 2280, 22110 · CPU
M.2_2
4.0 4 · 2280 · CPU
M.2_3
4.0 4 · 2280 · Chipset
M.2_4
4.0 4 · 2280, 22110 · Chipset
M.2_5
4.0 4 · SATA · 2242, 2260, 2280 · Chipset
RAID
SATA / PCIe (0, 1, 5, 10)
Storage notes
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10 and SATA RAID 0/1/5/10. M.2 slots connected to the CPU only support RAID 0/1/5.
USB notes
The rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port supports up to 30W PD/PPS Fast-charge. The front USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C header supports power delivery of max 5V/3A (15W). An internal Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header is available for an add-on card.
Audio notes
Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs. Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel MIC Jack-retasking. High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 110 dB SNR recording input. Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback on front panel. SupremeFX Shielding Technology. Premium audio capacitors. Audio cover.
Networking notes
Wi-Fi has up to 5.8Gbps transfer rate. 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.
Button notes
The motherboard includes a Start button and a CPU Over voltage jumper.
Fan / RGB headers
1 CPU · 1 OPT · 1 AIO · 5 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
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module
Supports DIMM Flex
Supports DIMM FIT
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.

Graphics

Graphics
1 x DisplayPort*
1 x HDMI™ port**
2 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 support DisplayPort and Thunderbolt™ video outputs***
- Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to www.intel.com for any updates.

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)

Storage

Total Supports 5 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 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_5 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 supports RAID 0/1/5.

USB

Rear USB (Total 10 ports)
2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 ports (2 x USB Type-C®)*
6 x USB 10Gbps ports (5 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®with up to 30W PD/PPS Fast-charge)**
2 x USB 5Gbps ports (2 x Type-A)

Front USB (Total 7 ports)
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

* 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

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
5 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
5 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 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

Rear I/O

2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 ports (2 x USB Type-C®)*
6 x USB 10Gbps ports (5 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®with up to 30W PD/PPD Fast-charge)
2 x USB 5Gbps ports (2 x Type-A)
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI™ port
1 x Wi-Fi module
1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet port
2 x Audio jacks
1 x Optical S/PDIF out port
1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button
1 x Clear CMOS button

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***
*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.

Audio

ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080*
- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel MIC Jack-retasking
- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 110 dB SNR recording input
- Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback on front panel

Audio Features
- SupremeFX Shielding Technology
- Savitech SV3H712 AMP  
- Rear optical S/PDIF out port
- Premium audio capacitors
- Audio cover

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-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

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

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