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ATX motherboard in dark finish with large heatsinks and integrated rear I/O cover

ASUS

ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI + Ultra 7 265K Intel motherboard

SKU CH-PRYG-DZCN1

An Intel Z890 ATX motherboard paired with a Core Ultra 7 265K processor, supporting DDR5 up to 8800 MT/s, WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, Thunderbolt 4 and 5 Gbps LAN

  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1851
  • ChipsetIntel Z890
  • Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Maximum Memory Supported256GB
  • Memory FeatureSupport up to 8800+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Clocked Unbuffered DI
  • PCI Express 5.0 x16Intel Core Ultra Processors(series 2)* 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot

model ROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI

+CPU +Ultra 7 265K

  • Ready for advanced AI workloads with Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors
  • 18 plus 2 plus 1 plus 2 power stages up to 110A for stable high-current delivery
  • DDR5 memory up to 8800 MT/s via DIMM Flex and AEMP III
  • WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 plus 5 Gbps LAN for fast wireless and wired connectivity
  • Three PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots and four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots with substantial cooling

Ready for Advanced AI PCs

This motherboard and CPU combination targets builders who want a platform prepared for demanding AI workloads. The LGA 1851 socket hosts the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K, a 125W processor with 30MB L3 cache and 36MB L2 cache. The Z890 chipset provides the connectivity and power delivery required for advanced computing tasks. Integrated Intel Graphics handles display output without a discrete card.

Upgrade from older Intel platforms

Moving to LGA 1851 replaces earlier sockets that cannot support Core Ultra Series 2 processors. The jump is worth it when you need NPU Boost, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II and AI Networking II on a single board. DDR5 memory support up to 8800 MT/s and PCIe 5.0 x16 graphics bandwidth exceed what previous generations deliver. Thunderbolt 4 and WiFi 7 round out the modern I/O set.

Capacity and headroom

Four DDR5 slots accept up to 256GB, giving ample headroom for large datasets and multitasking. Three M.2 slots from the CPU support PCIe 5.0 x4 and 4.0 x4 modes for fast storage, while four chipset M.2 slots add further capacity. The 18 plus 2 plus 1 plus 2 power stage design with 110A, 90A and 80A ratings sustains heavy all-core loads. 5Gbps LAN and Bluetooth 5.4 keep networking from becoming a bottleneck.

Highlights

  • Ready for advanced AI workloads with Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors
  • 18 plus 2 plus 1 plus 2 power stages up to 110A for stable high-current delivery
  • DDR5 memory up to 8800 MT/s via DIMM Flex and AEMP III
  • WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 plus 5 Gbps LAN for fast wireless and wired connectivity
  • Three PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots and four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots with substantial cooling

Specifications

BrandASUS
ModelROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI+Ultra 7 265K
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1851
ChipsetIntel Z890
Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
Maximum Memory Supported256GB
Memory FeatureSupport up to 8800+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)*
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module
Supports DIMM Flex
NitroPath DRAM Technology
DIMM Fit
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III)
* Non-ECC, Un-buffered DDR5 Memory supports On-Die ECC function
PCI Express 5.0 x16Intel Core Ultra Processors(series 2)*
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slots (supports x16 mode)
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 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)**
M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)**
Intel Z890 Chipset
M.2_5 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_6 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_7 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes)
** M.2_2 & M.2_3 slots share bandwidth with PCIEX16(G5). When M.2_2
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 ChannelsROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080*
- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel MIC Jack-retasking
- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 110 dB SNR recording input
- Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback
Audio Features
- Audio Shielding
- Savitech SV3H712 AMP
- Gold-plated audio jacks
- Rear optical S/PDIF out port
- Premium audio capacitors
- Audio cover
* The LINE OUT port on the rear panel does not support spatial audio. If you wish to use spatial audio, make sure
Max LAN Speed5Gbps
Wireless LANWi-Fi 802.11 be
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4
Back I/O Ports2 x Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C ports (2 x USB Type-C)
9 x USB 10Gbps ports (7 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C + 1 x USB Type-C with up to 30W PD Fast-charge)
3 x USB 5Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI port
1 x Wi-Fi Module
1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet
2 x Gold-plated audio jacks
1 x Optical S/PDIF out port
1 x BIOS FlashBack button
1 x Clear CMOS button
Onboard USB1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C)
2 x USB 5Gbps headers support additional 4 USB 5Gbps ports
3 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 6 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
Miscellaneous
3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
1 x CPU Over Voltage jumper
1 x FlexKey button
1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO)
1 x Start button
1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header
1 x Thermal Sensor header
BIOS Feature256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
SoftwareROG Exclusive Software
- ROG CPU-Z
- Dolby Atmos
ASUS Exclusive Software
Armoury Crate
- AIDA64 Extreme (60 days free trial)
- Aura Creator
- Aura Sync
- Fan Xpert 4 (with AI Cooling II)
- GameFirst
- HWiNFO
- Power Saving
ASUS Driver Hub
ASUS GlideX
TurboV Core
USB Wattage Watcher
Adobe Creative Cloud (Free Trial)
Norton 360 for Gamers (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
NPU Boost
FlexKey
Windows 11Supported
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 connectors
FeaturesExtreme Engine Digi+
- 5K Black Metallic Capacitors
ASUS Q-Design
- M.2 Q-Latch
- M.2 Q-Release
- M.2 Q-Slide
- PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim (with PCIe SafeSlot)
- Q-Antenna
- Q-Code
- Q-Dashboard
- Q-DIMM
- Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])
- Q-Slot
ASUS Thermal Solution
- M.2 heatsinks
- M.2 heatsink backplate
- VRM heatsink design
ASUS EZ DIY
- BIOS FlashBack button
- BIOS FlashBack LED
- Clear CMOS button
- ProCool II
- Pre-mounted I/O shield
- SafeSlot
- SafeDIMM
Aura Sync
- Addressable Gen 2 headers
Package ContentsCables
1 x Intel Core Ultra 7 265K CPU
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
Additional Cooling Kit
1 x Thermal pad for M.2 22110
Miscellaneous
1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas
1 x Cable ties pack
1 x M.2 Q-Latch package
2 x M.2 Q-Slides
1 x ROG key chain
1 x ROG Strix stickers
7 x M.2 Rubbers
Documentation
1 x Quick start guide

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Questions about this item

What clearance does the C-shaped heatpipe and massive heatsink design require around the LGA 1851 socket for CPU cooler mounting?

The integrated I/O cover and C-shaped heatpipe sit close to the socket, so low-profile air coolers or AIO water blocks with offset mounting brackets are recommended to avoid contact with the VRM heatsink fins.

Which BIOS setting enables the DIMM Flex feature for the 8800 MT/s DDR5 modules, and where is it located?

Enter UEFI AMI BIOS, navigate to the AI Tweaker tab, select DIMM Flex, and choose the profile matching your memory kit; save and exit to apply the optimised timings.

How often should the high-conductivity thermal pads on the three M.2 heatsinks be inspected or replaced?

Inspect the pads during any major hardware change; replace them if they show compression set, tearing, or reduced tackiness, typically every two to three years in continuous high-load use.

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