ASUS Intel ROG MAXIMUS Z890 APEX LGA 1851 DDR5 ATX Gaming Motherboard

The ROG Maximus Z890 Apex fully supports Intel^® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2). Precision-engineered for supreme overclocking, it carries the legacy of the series forward into a new generation. With exceptional power delivery and a two-slot DDR5 memory layout, overclockers can meet and exceed their ambitions for record-breaking CPU and memory performance. For those who favor lighter colors for the aesthetics of their build, the ROG Maximus Z890 Apex features a cobble-gray surface, polished metallic accents, sleek contours and a predominantly silver palette.

Features

• Ready for Advanced AI PCs: Designed for the future of AI computing, with the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications
• Intel® LGA 1851 Socket: Ready for Intel Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
• Exclusive AI Technologies: ASUS AI Advisor, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and AI Networking II to simplify setup and improve performance
• Advanced Overclocking & Memory Technologies: NPU Boost, DIMM Fit, DIMM Flex and AEMP III
• Robust Power Solution: 22(110A)+1(90A)+2(90A)+2(80A) power stages with ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes and premium metallic capacitors
• Optimised Thermal Design: Massive heatsinks with integrated I/O cover, high-conductivity thermal pads, and connected with a heatpipe
• Latest M.2 Support: Three PCIe® 5.0 M.2 slots and one PCIe 4.0 M.2 slot onboard with ROG M.2 Power Boost, and two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots on an ROG DIMM.2 card, all with substantial cooling solutions
• ROG Memory Fan Kit: Cooling solution can unleash memory overclocking up to 9000+ MT/s
• Abundant Connectivity: Dual Thunderbolt™ 4 USB Type-C® ports, one USB 20Gbps Type-C port, USB 20Gbps Type-C front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W and USB Wattage Watcher, USB 10Gbps Type-C front-panel connector, four additional USB 10Gbps ports, two PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots with full support for next-gen graphics cards
• High-Performance Networking: On-board Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, Realtek® 5Gb Ethernet
• DIY-Friendly Design: PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, new M.2 Q-Latch, M.2 Q-Release, M.2 Q-Slide, Q-Antenna, BIOS Q-Dashboard, Q-Code, Q-LED, FlexKey button, Start button, BIOS FlashBack™ button, Clear CMOS button and pre-mounted I/O shield
• Immersive Audio: ROG SupremeFX ALC4080 codec with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier
• Unmatched Personalisation: Three Gen 2 ARGB headers, all configurable with ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting
• Renowned Software: ASUS DriverHub, Dolby Atmos®, exclusive 1-year Internet Security subscription, TurboV Core, GlideX, HWiNFO, and 1-year AIDA64 Extreme subscription