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ATX motherboard in dark finish with silver heatsinks and a boxed Intel Core Ultra 7 265K processor

ASUS

ASUS ProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI Intel motherboard with Core Ultra 7 265K

SKU CH-6VYK-28K5P

Z890 ATX motherboard paired with Core Ultra 7 265K CPU, 16+2+1+2 power stages, DDR5 to 8600 MT/s, dual Thunderbolt 5 plus Thunderbolt 4, 10 Gb and 2.5 Gb LAN, Wi-Fi 7, five M.2 slots

  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1851
  • ChipsetIntel Z890
  • Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Maximum Memory Supported256GB
  • Channel SupportedDual Channel
  • Memory Feature4 x DIMM slots, max. 192GB, DDR5 Support up to 8600+MT/s (OC

Model ProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI

+CPU +Ultra 7 265K

  • Ready for advanced AI workloads with Intel Core Ultra 7 265K
  • Robust power delivery via 16+2+1+2 teamed stages
  • Dual Thunderbolt 5 and Thunderbolt 4 ports for 80 Gbps bandwidth
  • 10 Gb and 2.5 Gb Ethernet plus WiFi 7 for fast networking
  • Five M.2 slots including one PCIe 5.0 x4 and four PCIe 4.0 x4

ProArt Z890 Creator with Core Ultra 7 265K

This motherboard and CPU combination targets creative professionals who need reliable compute for rendering, video editing and AI-assisted workflows. The LGA 1851 platform supports up to 256 GB of DDR5 memory across four slots. Dual-channel architecture and XMP support allow high-speed memory configurations up to 8600 MT/s. Robust 16+2+1+2 teamed power stages with ProCool II connectors deliver stable current to the 125 W processor.

Thermals and power in daily use

The 16+2+1+2 power stage design and alloy chokes handle the Core Ultra 7 265K base power without excessive voltage droop. AI Cooling II monitors temperatures and adjusts fan curves automatically, keeping acoustic output low during typical creative loads. The 10 Gb and 2.5 Gb Ethernet controllers plus Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 maintain network throughput without adding measurable heat to the VRM zone.

Build features and daily connectivity

SafeSlot reinforcement and PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim simplify graphics card swaps while protecting the primary PCIe 5.0 x16 slot. M.2 Q-Release, Q-Slide and Q-Latch mechanisms let you install or remove up to five drives without tools. Rear I/O provides two Thunderbolt 5 ports, one Thunderbolt 4 port, six USB 10 Gbps Type-A ports, HDMI, DisplayPort input and dual high-speed LAN. Q-Connector and BIOS FlashBack streamline front-panel wiring and firmware updates.

Highlights

  • Ready for advanced AI workloads with Intel Core Ultra 7 265K
  • Robust power delivery via 16+2+1+2 teamed stages
  • Dual Thunderbolt 5 and Thunderbolt 4 ports for 80 Gbps bandwidth
  • 10 Gb and 2.5 Gb Ethernet plus WiFi 7 for fast networking
  • Five M.2 slots including one PCIe 5.0 x4 and four PCIe 4.0 x4

Specifications

BrandASUS
ModelProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI+Ultra 7 265K
Part NumberProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI+Ultra 7 265K
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1851
ChipsetIntel Z890
Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
Maximum Memory Supported256GB
Channel SupportedDual Channel
Memory Feature4 x DIMM slots, max. 192GB, DDR5
Support up to 8600+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Un-buffered and Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)*
Dual channel memory architecture
Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III)
DIMM Fit
* Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.
PCI Express 5.0 x16Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slots (supports x16 or x8/x8 modes)
PCI Express 4.0 x16Intel Z890 Chipset
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
Serial ATA (SATA)4 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.2Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) *
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
Intel Z890 Chipset
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 modes)
M.2_5 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes)**
** M.2_5 slot shares bandwidth with PCIe 4.0 x16 slot. When M.2_5 slot is operating, PCIe 4.0 x16 slot will be disabled.
SATA RAID* 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.
Audio ChipsetRealtek ALC1220P
Audio ChannelsRealtek ALC1220P 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC*
- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
- Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in)
- Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback*
Audio Features
- Gold-plated audio jacks
- Premium audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
* Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1
Max LAN Speed1 x Marvell AQtion 10Gb Ethernet
1 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet
ASUS LANGuard
Wireless LAN2x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4
Back I/O Ports2 x Thunderbolt 5 USB Type-C ports
1 x Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C port
6 x USB 10Gbps ports (6 x Type-A)
1 x USB 2.0 port (1 x Type-A)
1 x DisplayPort (Input only)
1 x HDMI port
1 x Wi-Fi module
1 x Marvell AQtion 10Gb Ethernet port
1 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet port
2 x Gold-plated audio jacks
1 x BIOS FlashBack button
Onboard USB1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C)
1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
1 x USB 2.0 header supports 2 additional USB 2.0 ports
Other 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
5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
Storage Related
5 x M.2 slots (Key M)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Miscellaneous
3 x Addressable Gen2 headers
1 x Clear CMOS button
1 x COM Port header
1 x CPU Over voltage jumper
1 x Chassis Intrusion header
1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO)
1 x SPI TPM header (14-1 pin)
1 x 10-1 pin Front System Panel header
1 x Thermal Sensor header
BIOS Feature256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
SoftwareASUS Exclusive Software
Armoury Crate
- Aura Creator
- Aura Sync
- Fan Xpert 4 with AI Cooling II
- Power Saving
ASUS Driver Hub
ASUS GlideX
ASUS CPU-Z
CreatonFirst
MyASUS
ProArt Creator Hub
TurboV Core
Thunderbolt Share
USB Wattage Watcher
Adobe Creative Cloud (Free Trial)
Norton 360 Deluxe (60 Days Free Trial)
WinRAR (40 Days Free Trial)
UEFI BIOS
AI Overclocking Guide
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
- ASUS MyHotkey
MemTest86
NPU Boost
IT Management software supported
- ASUS Control Center Express(ACCE)
Windows 11Windows 11 (22H2 & later)
Form FactorATX
Dimensions (W x L)12.0" x 9.6"
Power Pin1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
2 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connector
FeaturesASUS 5X PROTECTION III // ASUS TUF PROTECTION
- DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)
- ESD Guards
- LANGuard
- Overvoltage protection
- SafeSlot
- Stainless-steel back I/O
ASUS Q-Design
- M.2 Q-Latch
- M.2 Q-Release
- M.2 Q-Slide
- Q-Release Slim (with PCIe SafeSlot)
- Q-Antenna
- Q-Connector
- Q-Dashboard
- Q-DIMM
- Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])
ASUS Thermal Solution
- M.2 heatsink backplate
- M.2 heatsink
- VRM heatsink design
ASUS EZ DIY
- BIOS FlashBack button
- BIOS FlashBack LED
- Box headers
- Clear CMOS button
- CPU Socket
Package Contents1x Intel Core Ultra 7 265K CPU
Cables
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
Miscellaneous
1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
1 x Q-connector
2 x M.2 Q-Latch packages
2 x M.2 rubber packages
1 x ProArt leather bag
Documentation
1 x ACC Express activation key card
1 x Quick start guide

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Questions about this item

Will the board and CPU fit in a standard ATX case?

Yes, the motherboard uses the ATX form factor and the CPU is an LGA 1851 package, so any case that accepts ATX boards will accommodate both.

What DDR5 speed can I run with this CPU and board?

The platform supports DDR5 up to 8600 MT/s when overclocked via XMP, with a maximum capacity of 192 GB across four slots.

Which M.2 slot should I use for my fastest PCIe 5.0 SSD?

Install the drive in the M.2_1 slot, which is wired to the CPU and runs at PCIe 5.0 x4; the other slots operate at PCIe 4.0.

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