ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO

The ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO is a flagship motherboard built on Intel Z890 for the LGA1851 socket, designed for systems with Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors that demand maximum configuration flexibility, extensive storage capacity, powerful power delivery, and comprehensive peripheral interfaces. The board supports DDR5 and Wi-Fi 7, features a 22+1+2+2 power stage design, and includes NitroPath DRAM, DIMM Flex, AEMP III, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and AI Networking II technologies. This makes the ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO ideal not only for standard operation but also for fine-tuning with high-performance processors and fast memory. For storage expansion, the board offers up to six M.2 slots: three running PCIe 5.0, three running PCIe 4.0, plus SlimSAS and four SATA 6 Gbps ports. The expansion slots include one PCIe 5.0 x16, one PCIe 4.0 x16, and one PCIe 4.0 x1. Networking is handled by Wi-Fi 7, Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet, and Realtek 5Gb Ethernet. The rear panel and internal connectors feature two Thunderbolt 4 ports, USB 20Gbps Type-C, front USB-C with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60 W, and an advanced audio solution with SupremeFX ALC4082 and ESS ES9219 Quad DAC. The ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO stands as one of the most feature-rich boards in its segment for flagship Intel builds with room for high-speed SSDs, fast networking, overclocking, and comprehensive connectivity.