ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 APEX

ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 APEX. Processor manufacturer: Intel, Processor socket: LGA 1851 (Socket V1), Compatible processor series: Intel Core Ultra (Series 2). Supported memory types: DDR5-SDRAM, Maximum internal memory: 96 GB, Memory slots type: DIMM. Supported storage drive interfaces: M.2, SATA III, Supported storage drive types: HDD SSD, RAID levels: 0, 1, 5, 10. Ethernet interface type: 5 Gigabit Ethernet, Top Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi standards: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be). Component for: PC, Motherboard form factor: ATX, Motherboard chipset family: Intel
ROG Maximus Z890 APEX
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.

Processor

Processor manufacturer: Intel
Processor socket: LGA 1851 (Socket V1)
Compatible processor series: Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
Supported processor sockets: LGA 1851

Memory

Supported memory types: DDR5-SDRAM
Number of memory slots: 2
Memory slots type: DIMM
Memory channels: Dual-channel
ECC сompatibility: Non-ECC
Maximum internal memory: 96 GB
Unbuffered memory: Yes

Storage controllers

Supported storage drive types: HDD SSD
Supported storage drive interfaces: M.2, SATA III
Number of HDDs supported: 4
Number of storage drives supported: 10
RAID support: Yes
RAID levels: 0, 1, 5, 10

Graphics

Parallel processing technology support: Not supported
On-board graphics card: No

Internal I/O

USB 2.0 connectors: 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors: 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors: 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 connectors: 1
Number of SATA III connectors: 4
Front panel audio connector: Yes
ATX Power connector (24-pin): Yes
CPU fan connector: Yes
Number of chassis fan connectors: 2
Thunderbolt headers: 1
12V power connector: Yes
RGB LED pin header: Yes

Rear panel I/O ports

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity: 4
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity: 4
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports quantity: 1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 1
PS/2 ports quantity: 1
Microphone in: Yes
S/PDIF out port: Yes
Thunderbolt ports quantity: 2
WiFi-AP antenna jack: 1

Network

Ethernet LAN: Yes
Ethernet interface type: 5 Gigabit Ethernet
Wi-Fi: Yes
Top Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Wi-Fi standards: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Bluetooth: Yes
Bluetooth version: 5.4

Features

Motherboard chipset: Intel Z890
Audio chip: Realtek ALC4080
Audio output channels: 7.1 channels
Product colour: Aluminium
Component for: PC
Motherboard form factor: ATX
Motherboard chipset family: Intel
Windows operating systems supported: Windows 11

Expansion slots

PCI Express x4 (Gen 4.x) slots: 2
PCI Express x16 (Gen 5.x) slots: 2
Number of M.2 (M) slots: 6

BIOS

BIOS type: UEFI AMI
BIOS memory size: 512 Mbit
Clear CMOS button: Yes

Packaging data

Package width: 370 mm
Package depth: 312 mm
Package height: 108 mm
Package weight: 3.7 kg

Weight dimensions

Width: 305 mm
Depth: 244 mm

Packaging content

Screws included: Yes
Drivers included: Yes