GIGABYTE AORUS Z890 Gaming Motherboard
Key Features
- Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2)
- Digital twin 16+1+2 phases VRM solution
- D5 Bionic Corsa for infinite DDR5 memory performance
- AORUS AI SNATCH: Auto-overclocking software driven by AI models*
- AI Perfdrive: Optimized, customizable BIOS preset profiles
- Premium compatibility with 4× DDR5 DIMM slots and XMP memory module support
- WiFi EZ-Plug for quick, easy Wi-Fi antenna installation
- EZ-Latch Plus for PCIe and M.2 slots with quick-release, screwless design
- EZ-Latch Click for screwless M.2 heatsink installation
- Sensor Panel Link: Onboard video port for hassle-free in-chassis panel setup
- Friendly UI with multi-theme, AIO Fan Control, and Q-Flash Auto Scan in BIOS and software
- New Power Monitor support in HWiNFO for real-time monitoring of CPU power phases
- Ultra-fast storage with 4× M.2 slots, including 1× PCIe 5.0 x4
- Efficient thermal design with VRM Thermal Armor Advanced & M.2 Thermal Guard L
- Fast networking with 2.5GbE LAN and Wi-Fi 7 with directional ultra-high gain antenna
- Extended connectivity with THUNDERBOLT™ 4 Type-C (DP-Alt) and DisplayPort
- High-resolution audio with Realtek® ALC1220 & WIMA audiophile-grade capacitors
- Ultra Durable PCIe Armor: Metal back plate for the PCIe x16 slot
- PCIe UD Slot X: PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with 10X strength for graphics cards
*AI SNATCH software: Coming soon.
Infinite Memory Performance
D5 Bionic Corsa Technology
AORUS gaming motherboards enhance DDR5 memory performance and compatibility through advanced design and tuning methods.
- Infinite memory performance with D5 Bionic Corsa
- AI-enhanced overclocking technology for DDR5
- AORUS AI Snatch: Auto-overclocking software powered by advanced AI models*
- AI SNATCH Engine: Advanced AI overclocking model
- AI design for motherboard signal enhancement
- AI-driven PCB design
- HyperTune BIOS: AI-driven advanced BIOS optimization
*Memory overclocking and XMP support may vary. Refer to the qualified vendor list (QVL) and note that product features may vary by model.
Steady Power Delivery
Digital Twin VRM Design
Steady power keeps your gaming and computing smooth.
- Digital twin VRM design for consistent, high-powered performance
- Optimized for advanced overclocking
VRM Configuration
- 16 VCORE phases SPS 80A for multi-core CPU power
- *8+8 phases parallel power design
- VCCGT phase DrMOS 40A for integrated GPU and memory management
- VCCSA phases SPS 80A for CPU-connected PCIe lanes
Comprehensive Thermal Design
AORUS motherboards feature advanced full-metal thermal solutions and durable heatsinks to keep your system cool and efficient.
VRM & System Cooling
- Epic VRM heatsinks for non-stop gaming
- 4× massive cooling surface for exceptional heat dissipation
- Superior heatpipe
- 5 W/mK thermal pad
M.2 Cooling
- M.2 Thermal Guard with backplate
- Up to 6× optimized heat dissipation*
- M.2 Thermal Guard Ext. covering 3× M.2 slots
- Small vents for enhanced cooling efficiency*
- RL-ILM design reducing temperatures by up to 4°C*
*Test results are for reference only and may vary depending on conditions.
Smart Fan 6
- Cool, quiet, and customizable fan controls for optimized airflow and acoustics
Hassle-Free Assembly
Designed for the ultimate DIY-friendly building experience.
WIFI EZ-Plug
- Integrated Wi-Fi antenna plugs into one adapter for easy installation
EZ-Latch Designs
User-centric features to simplify system assembly:
- M.2 EZ-Latch Click for screwless M.2 heatsink installation
- M.2 EZ-Latch Click and M.2 EZ-Latch Plus for easier M.2 drive handling
- PCIe EZ-Latch Plus for fast, tool-free graphics card release
Sensor Panel Link
- Onboard video port for straightforward in-chassis sensor panel setup
Fast-Access Controls
- Handy control buttons
- Revert and refresh functions
- EZ Debug Zone
- Q-FLASH Auto Scan
- Additional quick-control elements
All-Round Connectivity
Experience powerful connectivity for next-generation networks, storage, and external devices.
High-Speed Networking
- THUNDERBOLT™ 4 Type-C
- Wi-Fi 7 with directional ultra-high gain antenna
- Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN
Premium Audio
Conquer gaming realms with immersive sound and enjoy true high-fidelity music.
- Realtek® ALC1220 high-definition audio codec
- Audiophile-grade WIMA capacitors
- 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio support*
- S/PDIF Out support
- Back panel line-out jack supports DSD audio
*Channel configuration via bundled audio software.
Ultra Durable™ Design
Born from Ultra Durable™ technology, AORUS motherboards are engineered for longevity, reliability, and sustained performance.
PCIe UD Slot X
- Latest PCIe UD Slot X with 10X load-bearing capacity
- Integrated single-piece design anchored to an exclusive backplate
- Inner lining rubber strip to safeguard graphics card PCB
- Zinc alloy for effective EMI shielding of high-frequency signals
UD Power Connector
- Innovative connector design to improve power conductivity and thermal dissipation
- Solid pins for superior conductivity, signal transmission, and reduced wear
Ultra Durable PCIe Armor
- Metal reinforcement plate on the PCIe x16 slot for enhanced stability and durability
- Ideal for supporting large, heavy graphics cards
Tailored Computing & Software
GIGABYTE motherboards are built with a user-centered approach, focusing on intuitive performance tuning and customization.
UC BIOS
- Restructured, user-friendly BIOS with intuitive performance adjustment
- Multiple BIOS skins with a new exclusive grayscale mode
- AIO Fan Control to adjust AIO fan speed directly in BIOS
AI PerfDrive
- Provides optimal, customized BIOS preset profiles
GIGABYTE Control Center
- Unified software platform for multiple GIGABYTE products
RGB Fusion
- Personalize RGB illumination on the motherboard and compatible peripherals
HWiNFO Collaboration
- Exclusive partnership with HWiNFO
- Power Monitor: AORUS & HWiNFO co-branded OSD for CPU power phase monitoring
Technical Specifications
CPU
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1851 |
| CPU Support | Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors |
| L3 Cache | Varies by CPU* |
*Refer to the CPU Support List for details.
Chipset
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Intel® Z890 Express Chipset |
Memory
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Memory Type | DDR5 |
| Supported Speeds | 9200(O.C) / 9066(O.C) / 8933(O.C) / 8800(O.C) / 8600(O.C) / 8400(O.C) / 8266(O.C) / 8200(O.C) / 8000(O.C) / 7950(O.C) / 7900(O.C) / 7800(O.C) / 7600(O.C) / 7400(O.C) / 7200(O.C) / 7000(O.C) / 6800(O.C) / 6600(O.C) / 6400 / 6200 / 6000 / 5800 / 5600 MT/s |
| DIMM Slots | 4 × DDR5 DIMM |
| Max Capacity | Up to 256 GB (64 GB per DIMM) |
| Channel Architecture | Dual channel |
| ECC Support | ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 (operates in non-ECC mode) |
| Non-ECC Support | Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 |
| XMP Support | Yes |
| CUDIMM Support | Yes |
(CPU and memory configuration may affect supported types, speeds, and DRAM count. Refer to the Memory Support List.)
Onboard Graphics
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Intel® HD Graphics (CPU dependent) |
| Thunderbolt™ 4 Port | 1 × Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 (USB Type-C®) supporting DisplayPort and Thunderbolt™ video outputs |
| Max Resolution (Thunderbolt monitor) | 5120×2880 @ 60 Hz, 24 bpp (single display) |
| Max Resolution (USB4® Type-C monitor) | 3840×2160 @ 240 Hz (single display) |
| Front HDMI Port | 1 × HDMI, max 1920×1080 @ 30 Hz (HDMI 1.4) |
| DisplayPort | 1 × DisplayPort, max 4096×2304 @ 60 Hz (DP 2.1, HDCP 2.3) |
| Multi-Display | Support for up to triple display simultaneously |
*Number of Thunderbolt™ devices depends on overall PCIe device configuration. Graphics specifications may vary by CPU.
Audio
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Codec | Realtek® ALC1220 |
| Audio Format | High Definition Audio |
| Channels | 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel* |
| Special Features | Back panel line-out jack supports DSD audio |
| Digital Output | S/PDIF Out support |
*Channel remapping via audio software.
LAN & Wireless
Wired LAN
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Controller | Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN |
| Speeds | 2.5 Gbps / 1 Gbps / 100 Mbps |
Wireless Communication
MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 MT7925 (PCB rev. 1.0)
- 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be
- 2.4/5/6 GHz bands
- BLUETOOTH 5.4
- 11be 160 MHz support
Realtek® Wi-Fi 7 RTL8922AE (PCB rev. 1.1)
- 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be
- 2.4/5/6 GHz bands
- BLUETOOTH 5.4
- 11be 160 MHz support
(Actual data rate varies with environment and equipment. Wi-Fi 7 requires Windows 11 SV3 and is not supported on Windows 10. 6 GHz availability depends on country regulations.)
Expansion Slots
| Source | Slots | Details |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 1 × PCI Express x16 | PCIe 5.0, runs at x16 (PCIEX16)* |
| Chipset | 2 × PCI Express x16 | PCIe 4.0, run at x4 (PCIEX4_1, PCIEX4_2) |
*PCIEX16 supports either a graphics card or an NVMe SSD. For single-GPU builds, install the card in PCIEX16.
Storage Interfaces
M.2 (CPU)
- 1 × M.2 (M key, Socket 3, type 25110/22110/2580/2280)
- PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSD support (M2A_CPU)
- 1 × M.2 (M key, Socket 3, type 22110/2280)
- PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support (M2B_CPU)
M.2 (Chipset)
- 1 × M.2 (M key, Socket 3, type 25110/22110/2580/2280)
- PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support (M2Q_SB)
- 1 × M.2 (M key, Socket 3, type 22110/2280)
- SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD support (M2M_SB)
SATA
- 4 × SATA 6Gb/s connectors
RAID
- RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support for NVMe SSDs
- RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support for SATA drives
USB Connectivity
CPU
- 1 × Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 (USB Type-C®) port on the back panel
- Up to 40 Gbps with Thunderbolt devices
- Up to 20 Gbps with USB4 devices
- Up to 10 Gbps with USB 3.2 devices
Chipset
- 1 × USB Type-C® port with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support (via internal header)
- 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (red) on the back panel
- 5 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
- 3 × on the back panel
- 2 × via internal header
- 8 × USB 2.0/1.1 ports
- 4 × on the back panel
- 4 × via internal headers
Internal I/O Connectors
- 1 × 24-pin ATX main power connector
- 2 × 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
- 1 × CPU fan header
- 1 × CPU fan/water-cooling pump header
- 3 × system fan headers
- 1 × system fan/water-cooling pump header
- 3 × addressable RGB Gen2 LED strip headers
