Asus ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF WiFi 7 LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard

The ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF is an ATX motherboard built on the Intel Z890 chipset, designed to support Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors via the LGA 1851 socket. Its architecture is engineered for high-performance systems, featuring a robust power delivery system supplied by dual 8-pin EPS connectors to maintain stability during intensive tasks and overclocking. The board's BTF design relocates primary power and data connectors to the rear, which facilitates cleaner cable management and can contribute to improved airflow within compatible chassis. This layout is intended for enthusiasts aiming for a tidy and organized build aesthetic.

This motherboard provides substantial expandability for memory and storage. It includes four dual-channel DDR5 DIMM slots, accommodating up to 256 GB of memory with supported clock speeds reaching 9200 MHz. Storage options are extensive, with six M.2 slots and four SATA III ports, offering RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 support for data redundancy or performance enhancement. For networking, the board is equipped with dual 5GbE LAN ports for high-speed wired connections, alongside integrated Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 for current-generation wireless connectivity.

• Intel LGA 1851 socket for Core Ultra (Series 2) processors
• ATX form factor with Intel Z890 chipset
• Four DDR5 DIMM slots with support for up to 256 GB
• One PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and two PCIe 4.0 x16 slots
• Six M.2 slots and four SATA III ports for storage drives
• Dual 5GbE LAN ports for high-bandwidth wired connections
• Integrated Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 wireless technology
• Rear panel I/O includes twelve USB ports and an HDMI 2.1 port
• Two internal headers for Thunderbolt expansion cards
• Onboard audio powered by the Realtek ALC4082 codec