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ASUS Z890-AYW GAMING WIFI W Motherboard

ASUS  |  SKU 67438  |  MPN Z890-AYW GAMING WIFI W
$609.01

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Description

Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W

ASUS Z890 series motherboards are expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2). Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions, and intelligent tuning options, the Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W motherboard provides users and PC DIY builders with a range of performance optimizations via intuitive software and firmware features. It’s designed to be Advanced AI PC-ready, offering the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications.

AI Solutions

  • AI Advisor: ASUS AI Advisor allows users to explore the functionality and advanced features of ASUS motherboards in a simple and straightforward way.
  • AI Cooling II: Optimized thermals and reduced noise via dynamic adjustment of fan speeds based on CPU temperatures.

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%.

Robust Power Design

Stable power is crucial for maximizing the performance of Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2). The Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W is designed to meet the needs of high-core-count CPUs. It features 12(80A) + 1(80A) + 2(80A) + 1(80A) power stages that integrate high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into packages rated for up to 80 amperes each. This configuration ensures optimal power delivery, efficiency, stability, and performance for both current and future Intel® processors.

  • Six-layer PCB Design: The 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 Connectors: Proprietary connectors augment the motherboard’s link to the power supply with 8 + 8 pin connectors that pass 12 volts of power directly to the processor. Each connector features solid pins that can handle more current than hollow-pin connectors.
  • Power Saving: The Power Saving function contains several settings to easily optimize power consumption and maximize energy savings. You can enable a CPU power limit, darken Aura lighting, and set the fan profile to a Power Saving mode. You can also toggle the Power Saver plan that is built into Microsoft Windows.
  • Digi+ VRM Control: The Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) delivers real-time control over voltage droop, automatically switching frequency, and power-efficiency settings.

AEMP III for Ultimate DDR5 Performance

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.

Four M.2 Slots (up to 128Gbps)

The Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W offers a total of four M.2 slots, including one that supports data-transfer speeds of up to 128Gbps via PCIe 5.0, and three that support 64Gbps via PCIe 4.0. This enables quicker boot-up and app load times with OS or application drives.


Cooler by Design

The Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W motherboard is engineered with multiple onboard heatsinks and an array of hybrid fan headers to help ensure your rig stays cool and stable under intense workloads.

ASUS Fan Xpert 4

ASUS Fan Xpert 4 software offers comprehensive control over fans and AIO coolers. Auto-Tuning mode configures settings with one click, while Extreme Quiet mode reduces fan speeds for silent operation during light tasks. Controls are also available via the UEFI BIOS.


Empowering Connections

The Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W motherboard offers a versatile range of connectivity, including support for WiFi 6, the latest version of PCI Express, while an arsenal of USB ports includes Type-C connections which expands compatibility and bandwidth even further.

  • USB 20Gbps Type-C®: The Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W comes loaded with two USB 20Gbps Type-C® connectors for speedy data transfers up to 20 Gbps. One is a port on the rear I/O, this port can also support external 4K DisplayPort video output; the other can be attached to the chassis front panel and it also features Power Delivery (PD) 3.0 technology to quickly charge devices up to 30W.
  • WiFi 6: The WiFi 6 module is compatible with the 802.11ax standard and pushes theoretical peak bandwidth up to an incredible 1.2Gbps. Perhaps more importantly for power users, it's optimized for more efficient operation on crowded networks with a lot of competing traffic. Pair your motherboard with ASUS WiFi 6 routers to fully experience the networking potential of WiFi 6.
  • PCIe 5.0 Slot: The latest processors introduce PCIe 5.0 support, doubling data transfer speeds compared to PCIe 4.0, enhancing signal integrity, and providing backward-compatible CEM connectors and support for previous PCIe versions.

Personalization

The Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W enhances the user experience across the board, from simplifying BIOS setting adjustments to offering customizable RGB lighting controls for a uniquely personal system aesthetic.

UEFI BIOS

The UEFI interface delivers easy-to-use configuration options for PC beginners and advanced features for veterans.

DIY Friendly

The Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W motherboard features EZ PC DIY innovations that simplify and speed up the PC building process, making DIY easy and convenient.

  • Pre-mounted I/O Shield: Our pre-installed I/O shield safeguards ports, simplifies the build process, increases functionality, and enhances aesthetics for PC DIY enthusiasts.
  • 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: PCIe 5.0 is twice as fast as PCIe 4.0. ASUS has adapted our SMT manufacturing for the faster SafeSlot, a reinforced metal sheath that ensures secure card installation and faster data speeds.

Specifications

CHIPSETIntel® Z890 Chipset
MEMORY4 x DIMM slots, max. 192GB, DDR5
Supports up to 8600+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Un-buffered, Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)*
Dual channel memory architecture
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III)
* Adjustments will be made based on the specifications of mass-produced memory products available on the market.
* 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 the CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of the product information site or visit ASUS Support.
* Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.
GRAPHICS1 x DisplayPort**
1 x USB 20Gbps port (USB Type-C®) supports DisplayPort video output***
* Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to Intel for any updates.
** Supports max. 4K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.
*** Supports max. 4K@120Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.
**** VGA resolution support depends on processors' or graphic cards' resolution.
EXPANSION SLOTSIntel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)*
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
Intel® Z890 Chipset
2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (supports x4 mode)
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x1 mode)
* Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site here.
- To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to ASUS Support for the list of supported peripherals.
STORAGETotal supports 4 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports*
Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)*
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 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 2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 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.
ETHERNET1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet
ASUS LANGuard
WIRELESS & BLUETOOTHWi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Supports 2.4/5GHz frequency band
Bluetooth® v5.3*
* The Bluetooth® version may vary; please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications.
USBRear USB (Total 8 ports)
1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C® with DP Alt mode)*
3 x USB 10Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)
4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)***
Front USB (Total 9 ports)
1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C® with up to 30W PD/PPS Fast-charge)**
2 x USB 5Gbps headers support 4 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
*** USB_E1 port, USB_E2 port, USB_E3 port and USB_E4 port share the bandwidth. USB_E5 port, USB_E6 port and USB_E7 port share the bandwidth.
AUDIORealtek 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.
BACK PANEL I/O PORTS1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C® with DP Alt mode)
3 x USB 10Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)
4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)
1 x DisplayPort
1 x Wi-Fi module
1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port
3 x Audio jacks
1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button
INTERNAL I/O CONNECTORSFan 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
2 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connectors

Storage Related
4 x M.2 slots (Key M)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports

USB
1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C® with up to 30W PD/PPS Fast-charge)
2 x USB 5Gbps headers support 4 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 Clear CMOS 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 (14-1 pin)
1 x 10-1 pin Front System Panel header
1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) Header
SPECIAL FEATURESASUS 5X PROTECTION III
- DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)
- LANGuard
- Overvoltage protection
- SafeSlot
- Stainless-steel back I/O

ASUS Q-Design
- M.2 Q-Latch
- PCIe Slot Q-Release
- Q-Dashboard
- Q-DIMM
- Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])
- Q-Slot

ASUS Thermal Solution
- M.2 heatsinks
- VRM heatsinks design

ASUS EZ DIY
- BIOS FlashBack™ button
- BIOS FlashBack™ LED
- ProCool
- Pre-mounted I/O shield

Aura Sync
- Addressable Gen2 headers

Front Panel USB 20Gbps with PD Fast Charge Support
- Support: up to 30W fast charging and USB Wattage Watcher
- Output: 5V/9V max. 3A, 12V max 2.5A, 15V max. 2.0A
- Compatible with PD3.0 and PPS
SOFTWARE FEATURESASUS Exclusive Software
Armoury Crate
- Aura Sync
- Fan Xpert 4 (with AI Cooling II)
- Power Saving

ASUS AI Advisor
ASUS DriverHub
ASUS GlideX
USB Wattage Watcher
TurboV Core
ASUS CPU-Z
Norton 360 Deluxe (60 Days Free Trial)
WinRAR (40 Days Free Trial)

UEFI BIOS
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
- ASUS MyHotkey
BIOS256(128+128) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
MANAGEABILITYWOL by PME, PXE
ACCESSORIESCables
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
Miscellaneous
1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna
2 x M.2 rubber packages
1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD
Documentation
1 x Quick start guide
OPERATING SYSTEMWindows 11 (22H2 & later), Windows 10 64-bit (21H2 & later)
FORM FACTORATX Form Factor
12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)