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ASUS Prime Z890M-PLUS WiFi

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ASUS Prime Z890M-PLUS WiFi Specifications

ASUS Prime Z890M-PLUS WiFi by ASUS is a Micro-ATX form factor motherboard based on the high-end Z890M chipset and LGA 1851 socket, offering the most advanced features and connectivity options. It is designed to support DDR5 memory up to 256 GB and memory overclocking up to 8666 MHz. The motherboard features 4 memory slots and offers support for PCIe 5.0 x16, ensuring compatibility with modern GPUs and high-bandwidth expansion cards.

ASUS Prime Z890M-PLUS WiFi Performance Review

The ASUS Prime Z890M-PLUS WiFi includes a mid-range VRM setup, delivering 80 A through 10 phases. It supports most compatible CPUs on its socket but is not ideal for sustained overclocking or powering very high-wattage CPUs due to potential thermal limitations. Best suited for casual users and mainstream gamers seeking stable performance for everyday use.

This motherboard includes an entry-level audio chipset — Realtek ALC897 — which provides basic sound quality suitable for casual use. While it’s acceptable for everyday tasks such as web browsing, video playback, and light gaming, it may not meet the expectations of users with mid to high-end audio setups. Audiophiles and those seeking high-fidelity sound should consider using a dedicated sound card or external DAC.

This board delivers balanced value with a performance-per-price ratio of 56.7%, offering a solid blend of features, quality, and affordability.

Motherboard Information

Manufacturer: ASUS

Motherboard Name: ASUS Prime Z890M-PLUS WiFi

Current Price Amazon: $199

  • Amazon Price Updated: 3 hours, 44 minutes ago.

    • Motherboard Available: True

    Chipset / Socket: Z890M / LGA 1851

    Form Factor / Memory Slots: Micro-ATX / 4 slots.

    Memory Type / Max Cap / Max OC: DDR5 / 256 GB / 8666 MHz

    PCIe Suport: PCIe 5.0 x16

    Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897

    Network: 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet

    Motherboard Dimensions: 24.4cm x 24.4cm

    Quality & Features (max 110pts)

    VRM Quality: 8 pts.

    Chipset Q & F: 20 pts.

    Build Quality: 13 pts.

    Connectivity Q & F: 10 pts.

    Audio Quality: 6 pts.

    Total Points: 57 pts.

    VRM Configuration

    CPU Power Phases (Amps): 10 (80 A)

    Power Design: 10(80A) + 1(80A) + 2(80A) + 1(80A)

    Calculated Performance

    Quality and Features per Price: 56.7%

    Additional Motherboard Information

    Memory:

    4 x DIMM slots, max. 256GB, DDR5
    Support up to 8666+MT/s (OC),  Non-ECC, Un-buffered ,Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)*
    Dual channel memory architecture
    DIMM Fit
    Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
    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/. Adjustments will be made based on the specifications of mass-produced memory products available on the market.
    ** Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.

    Graphics:

    1 x DisplayPort**
    1 x HDMI™ port***  
    1 x USB 20Gbps port (USB Type-C®) supports DisplayPort video output****
    *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.
    ****Supports max. 4K@120Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.
    ***** 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.

    Storage:

    Total supports 3 x M.2 slots and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports*
    Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)*
    M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
    Intel® Z890 Chipset
    M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
    M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
    6 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 8 ports)
    1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C® with DP Alt mode)
    1x USB 10Gbps port (1 x Type-A)
    4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A)
    2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A) **
    Front USB (Total 7 ports)
    1 x USB 5Gbps 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_E1 port, USB_E2 port, USB_E3 port and USB_E4 port share the bandwidth.

    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
    1 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connector
    1 x 4-pin +12V CPU Power connector
    Storage related
    3 x M.2 slots (Key M)
    6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
    USB
    1 x USB 5Gbps 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 Gen2 headers
    1 x Aura RGB header
    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 S/PDIF Out header
    1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin)
    1 x 10-1 pin Front Panel System header
    1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header

    Back Panel I/O:

    1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C® with DP Alt mode)
    1x USB 10Gbps port (1 x Type-A)
    4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A)
    2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A)
    1 x DisplayPort
    1 x HDMI™ port
    1 x Wi-Fi module
    1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet
    3 x Audio jacks
    1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button

    WiFi:

    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 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC*
    - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
    - Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback
    Audio Features
    - Audio Shielding
    - Premium audio capacitors
    - Dedicated audio PCB layers
    * A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output.

    Special Features:

    ASUS 5X PROTECTION III
    - DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)
    - LANGuard
    - Overvoltage Protection
    - SafeSlot
    - Stainless-Steel Back I/O
    ASUS Q-Design
    - Q-Antenna
    - Q-Dashboard
    - Q-DIMM
    - Q-LED Core
    - Q-Slot
    ASUS Thermal Solution
    - VRM heatsink design
    ASUS EZ DIY
    - BIOS FlashBack™ button
    - BIOS FlashBack™ LED
    - ProCool
    - Pre-mounted I/O shield
    Aura Sync
    - Aura RGB header
    - Addressable Gen 2 headers