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ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI Intel motherboard & Core Ultra 7 265K CPU Combo

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A Z890 ATX motherboard paired with a Core Ultra 7 265K processor, offering DDR5 support to 9066 MT/s, PCIe 5.0 graphics and M.2, Thunderbolt 4, Wi-Fi 7.

  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1851
  • ChipsetIntel Z890
  • Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Maximum Memory Supported256GB
  • Channel SupportedDual Channel
  • Memory FeatureSupport up to 9066+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Un-buffered ,Clocked

+CPU +Ultra 7 265K

  • Ready for Advanced AI PCs with Intel Core Ultra 7 265K processor
  • Robust 16+1+2+1 80A DrMOS power stages for stable delivery
  • Optimised thermal design with large VRM and M.2 heatsinks
  • One PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot plus three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots
  • DDR5 memory support up to 9066 MT/s over four 288-pin slots

Ready for Advanced AI PCs

The ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI motherboard paired with the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K processor targets builders who want a platform prepared for demanding AI workloads. The LGA 1851 socket supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2). Four DDR5 slots accept up to 256GB of memory with dual-channel architecture and speeds up to 9066+ MT/s when overclocked.

Sustained-load behaviour

The 16+1+2+1 80A DrMOS power stages with ProCool connectors and an 8-layer PCB deliver stable power during extended sessions. Large VRM heatsinks, M.2 and PCH heatsinks, plus hybrid fan headers controlled by Fan Xpert 4 with AI Cooling II manage thermals over long periods. The CPU operates at a 125W base power with 30MB L3 and 36MB L2 cache.

Build quality and daily connectivity

Alloy chokes and durable capacitors reinforce the power circuitry for lasting reliability. One PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot with a dedicated heatsink and three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots provide fast storage expansion. Rear I/O includes a Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C port, a front-panel USB 20Gbps Type-C header, Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5Gbps LAN for high-throughput networking.

Highlights

  • Ready for Advanced AI PCs with Intel Core Ultra 7 265K processor
  • Robust 16+1+2+1 80A DrMOS power stages for stable delivery
  • Optimised thermal design with large VRM and M.2 heatsinks
  • One PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot plus three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots
  • DDR5 memory support up to 9066 MT/s over four 288-pin slots

Specifications

BrandASUS
ModelTUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI+Ultra 7 265K
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1851
ChipsetIntel Z890
Number of Memory Slots4x288pin (DDR5)
Maximum Memory Supported256GB
Channel SupportedDual Channel
Memory FeatureSupport up to 9066+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Un-buffered ,Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)*
Dual channel memory architecture
DIMM Fit
Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III(AEMPIII)
** Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.
PCI Express 5.0 x161 x PCI Express 5.0 x16
PCI Express 4.0 x161 x PCI Express 4.0 x16
Serial ATA (SATA)4 x SATA 6Gb/s
Audio Channels7.1 Channels
Max LAN Speed2.5Gbps
Wireless LANWi-Fi 802.11 be
Windows 11Supported
Form FactorATX

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Questions about this item

How does the 16+1+2+1 80A DrMOS power design handle heat and noise during all-day loads?

The 16+1+2+1 80A DrMOS stages, 8-layer PCB, large VRM heatsinks and AI Cooling II work together to keep temperatures low and fan speeds quiet even under sustained 125W CPU loads.

What memory and cooling must I already own to run the Core Ultra 7 265K on this board?

You need DDR5 modules up to 9066 MT/s and a separate CPU cooler, because the processor is sold without one and the board only accepts DDR5.

Will my PCIe 4.0 graphics card and SATA drives work alongside the new PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot?

Yes, the board provides one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, one PCIe 4.0 x16 slot, four SATA 6Gb/s ports and one PCIe 5.0 M.2 plus three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, so existing cards and drives connect directly.

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