TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI

• Intel Z890 (LGA 1851) ATX motherboard
• Advanced AI PC-ready
• 16+1+2+1 80A DrMOS power stages
• DDR5 slots
• PCIe 5.0
• DisplayPort
• HDMI
• Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C port
• Front panel USB 20Gbps Type-C port
• 4 x M.2 slots
• Wi-Fi 7 with Q-Antenna
• Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet
• M.2 Q-Release
• PCIe Slot Q-Release
• Pre-mounted I/O shield
• BIOS FlashBack botton
• Aura Sync

• 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%.

• UEFI BIOS – The UEFI interface delivers easy-to-use configuration options for PC beginners, and advanced features for veterans.
• TurboV Core – TurboV Core is engineered for overclocking enthusiasts to elevate system capability with unprecedented simplicity. Accessed via ASUS DriverHub, TurboV Core provides intuitive configuration of CPU and DRAM parameters to unlock your computer's potential. No need to enter the BIOS, you can seamlessly modify settings directly from the Windows interface, and apply them right away without restart interruptions.
• ASUS DriverHub – Simplify driver management with automatic detection, one-click installation and update for smooth, efficient system performance.
• ASUS GlideX – Enable seamless screen sharing and control across PCs, tablets, and smartphones via USB or WiFi, supporting multiple platforms.
• Power Saving – Provides easy-to-use configuration options for PC beginners and advanced features for veterans.
• Armoury Crate – Customize Aura Sync RGB and control ASUS devices. Includes product registration and updates.

• PCB design – This multi-layered printed circuit board design quickly dissipates heat around the voltage regulators to improve overall system stability and provide the CPU with more overclocking headroom.
• ProCool Power Connectors – Compared to traditional power inputs, ASUS ProCool connectors are built to tight specifications to ensure full contact with PSU power cables. The resulting lower impedance helps prevent hotspots and connector failure.
• TUF Components – TUF chokes deliver rock-solid power to the CPU, improving system stability. And TUF 5K black metallic capacitors provide 52% wider temperature tolerance and a 2.5X-longer lifespan than standard motherboard capacitors.
• Digi+VRM Control – Real-time voltage control.

• DRAM Overclocking Performance – Comprehensive memory tuning options are the cornerstone of TUF GAMING motherboards. With the motherboard, you can extract all the potential out of your DDR5 modules*, whether they're from an extreme-speed kit or an entry-level set that would otherwise be locked.
• 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. Through a two-phase comprehensive tuning process, AEMP III first optimizes the clock driver and then the memory frequency. This results in the best balance between performance and stability, even at cutting-edge speeds of DDR5-8000 or higher.
• DIMM Fit – DIMM Fit is an ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature that precisely analyzes individual memory modules to optimize performance and pinpoint potential issues. This offers peak efficiency, compatibility, and system stability.
• Whether you are an overclocker seeking ultimate performance, a competitor pursuing the most responsive gameplay, or a content creator prioritizing rock-solid stability, DIMM Fit provides optimizations tailored to your needs and your hardware configuration.
• M.2 PCIe 5.0 Support – This motherboard also features one PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots to enjoy the fastest data transfers of up to 128 Gbps*, and all M.2 slots support NVMe RAID configurations to take advantage of the latest available speeds.

• Enlarged VRM Heatsinks – The extensive surface area of this heatsink covers the MOSFETs and chokes to improve thermal performance.
• AIO Pump Header – An integrated AIO management system enables full control of PWM or DC water pumps, making it perfect for custom or all-in-one cooling setups.
• Multiple Temperature Sources – Each header can dynamically reference five thermal sensors. Fan Xpert 4 allows you to map the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards to optimize cooling for GPU- and CPU-intensive tasks.
• Smart Fan Protection – A dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from excess heat and electrical currents.
• Superb PCH Heatsink – An expanded surface area for the chipset cooler maximizes system performance and heat dissipation.
• 4-Pin PWM/DC Fan – All onboard fan headers support auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.

• PCIe 5.0 for Graphics Card – PCIe 5.0 offers twice the data transfer speed of PCIe 4.0, making it robust enough to handle new data-heavy tasks. PCIe 5.0 also brings other benefits, such as electrical changes to improve signal integrity, backward-compatible CEM connectors for add-in cards and backward compatibility with previous versions of the PCIe bus.
• Thunderbolt™ 4 Support – Each port delivers up to 40Gbps of bi-directional bandwidth for the latest super-speed devices and drives. Both ports can be employed for up to two external 4K displays.
• Front USB 20Gbps Type-C® – This motherboard features a USB 20Gbps Type-C® front panel connector for speedy data transfers of up to 20Gbps. And it offers Power Delivery (PD) 3.0 technology to provide up to 30W of quick charging

• PCIe Slot Q-Release – The M.2 heatsink features a convenient switch* to quickly remove it, eliminating the need for tiny screws during SSD installation. Its strong locking mechanism also provides a snug contact surface, helping to ensure reliable heat dissipation for your SSD.
• M.2 Q-Release – The M.2 heatsink features a convenient switch* to quickly remove it, eliminating the need for tiny screws during SSD installation. Its strong locking mechanism also provides a snug contact surface, helping to ensure reliable heat dissipation for your SSD.
• M.2 Q-Slide – This new sliding M.2 latch design supports sizes 2242 and 2260 for easy device installation.
• M.2 Q-Latch – The innovative ASUS Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools or screws. This design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive and neatly detach it with one tap.
• Q-Antenna – With Q-Antenna, attaching a WiFi antenna to your PC is now easy and fast. Instead of slowly rotating two fasteners until they finally lock in, they just snap into place. Less hassle, and more consistent performance.
• BIOS FlashBack™ – BIOS FlashBack™ simplifies BIOS updates. Just load the BIOS file onto a FAT32 USB stick, insert it into the BIOS FlashBack™ port, and press a button—no CPU or memory needed.

• SafeSlot & SafeDIMM – SafeSlot is a reinforced metal sheath integrated with a PCIe slot to keep a card firmly installed and to ensure the highest possible data speeds. The SafeDIMM sheath is integrated to protect memory modules, empowering you to insert them with speed, accuracy and confidence.
• ESD Guards – ASUS added special TVS diodes to boost electrostatic discharge prevention by up to +/- 10 kV of air discharge and +/- 6 kV of contact discharge – well above the industry standard.
• TUF LANGuard – TUF LANGuard is a military-grade innovation that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput, helping to protect the motherboard from lightning strikes and static electricity.
• Stainless Steel Back I/O Panel – TUF Gaming motherboards feature a corrosion-resistant stainless steel rear I/O panel with up to a 3X longer lifespan. These models pass a rigorous 72-hour salt fog test, surpassing the industry standard.

• Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet – On-board Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet kicks your LAN connection up a notch by improving bandwidth speeds up to 2.5X faster than 1Gb connections.
• WiFi 7 – WiFi 7 ensures stable connections and low latency.
• ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna – ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna delivers up to 18% stronger wireless signal reception compared to the previous generation.

• Realtek 7.1 Channel Audio – This motherboard utilizes an audio codec designed in close collaboration with Realtek — the Realtek ALC1220P. It features an unprecedented 120 dB signal-to-noise (SNR) ratio for the stereo line out and a 113 dB SNR for the line in, providing pristine audio quality. Additionally, an impedance-sensing circuit automatically adjusts gain to ensure an optimal volume range for your headphones.
• DTS Audio Processing – DTS® Audio Processing enhances gaming headset and speaker audio experiences by reducing distortion and by providing deeper bass, so games, movies and music sound better. It also allows you to customize audio settings.

• Outshine The Competition – ASUS Aura Sync offers synchronized lighting with other Aura Sync products, including motherboards, graphics cards, monitors and peripherals.
• Addressable Gen2 RGB Headers – Automatically optimize lighting effects for the number of LEDs present in compatible ARGB gear.