Asus ROG STRIX Z890-I Gaming WIFI Mini-ITX LGA1851 Motherboard
The Asus ROG Strix Z890-I Gaming WiFi is designed to dominate with Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2). Its advanced power design and AI solutions drive top-tier performance, while Thunderbolt 4, WiFi 7 and high-speed DDR5 slots offer cutting-edge connectivity. With the addition of the HIVE II and FPS card, this motherboard delivers the power and speed needed for elite gaming and demanding AI applications.
ASUS AI Avisor
Using AI technology to understand natural-language questions or scenario s, ASUS AI Advisor allows users to explore the and advanced features of ASUS motherboards in a simple and straightforward way.
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%.
Undeniably ROG STRIX
The ROG Strix Z890-I features a sleek, minimalist design that blends effortlessly with various system components. Its deep black PCB and metallic heatsinks give it a bold, intense look, while the L-shaped backplate adds both style and practical protection against sharp edges.
Cooler Compatibility
ASUS AIO coolers offer robust performance, high overclocking potential, bold aesthetics and customizable for Z890
motherboards, empowering you to build your dream gaming rig.
Specifictations
CPU
Support Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
Refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for CPU support list.
Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types.
Chipset
Intel Z890 Chipset
Memory
2 x DIMM slots, max. 128GB, DDR5
Support up to 9200 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
Supports DIMM Flex
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III)
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 CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/.
Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.
Graphics
1 x HDMI port
2 x Intel Thunderbolt 4 ports (USB Type-C) support DisplayPort and Thunderbolt video outputs
Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to www.intel.com for any updates.
Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1.
In Thunderbolt 4 mode, supports up to 8K@60Hz x1 with DSC or 4K@60Hz x 2, maximum total bandwidth up to 23.8Gbps or 16Gbps/16Gbps, for resolution support please check DisplayPort 2.1 specs. In DP alt mode, only one USB Type-C port supports up to UHBR20 at a time.
VGA resolution support depends on processors' or graphic cards' resolution.
While installing the operating system, please ensure that your monitor is connected to the HDMI port on the back I/O panel or to a discrete graphics card.
Expansion Slots
Intel Core Ultra Processors(Series 2)
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (supports x16 mode)
Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/.
- To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for the list of supported peripherals.
Storage
Total Supports 2 x M.2 slots and 2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Intel Core Ultra Processors(Series 2)
M.2 1 slot (Key M), type 2230/2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
M.2 2 slot (Key M), type 2230/2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1, SATA RAID 0/1.
M.2 2 slot shares bandwidth with PCIEX16(G5). When M.2 2 slot is occupied with SSD device, PCIEX16(G5) will run x8 only.
Install ROG FPS Card to support 2x SATA 6Gb/s ports.
Ethernet
1 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet
ASUS LANGuard
Wireless & Bluetooth
Wi-Fi 7
2x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band
Supports Wi-Fi 7 320MHz bandwidth, up to 5.8Gbps transfer rate.
Bluetooth v5.4
Wi-Fi features may vary d