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Features
15th Gen Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 Processor with no integrated graphics
ROG STRIX Z890-I GAMING WIFI
The 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.
Performance
Cooling
Gaming Immersion
Connectivity
ASUS AI ADVISOR
Using AI technology to understand natural-language questions or scenario descriptions, ASUS AI Advisor allows users to explore the functionality and advanced features of ASUS motherboards in a simple and straightforward way.
* Availability of ASUS AI Advisor may vary by region.
AI OVERCLOCKING
ASUS AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration and push the system to its limits.
AI COOLING II
Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click.
AI NETWORKING II
AI Networking II combines intelligent technologies to continuously optimize network performance, provide trustworthy and seamless connectivity, and unleash the full speed of WiFi 7*.
*Features may vary by model.
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%.
* The overclocking performance may vary depending on the CPU series and motherboard used.
** Testing was conducted with an Intel Arrow Lake QS Q2HA Ultra 9 285K processor, ROG Maximus Z890 Extreme motherboard, GeForce RTX™ 4090 24GB graphics card, and XPG Lancer DDR5 memory modules (model AX5U6000C4016G).
DDR5 DOMINATION
Enhanced signal routing can push enthusiast-grade kits well beyond the 8 GT/s threshold on the Strix Z890-I.
DIMM FIT
DIMM Fit is an ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature that precisely analyzes individual memory modules to optimize performance and pinpoint potential issues.
AEMP III
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III) is an advanced firmware feature that empowers users to achieve unparalleled memory performance with cutting-edge CUDIMM memory.
DIMM FLEX
DIMM Flex provides enthusiasts with a powerful new way to overclock their DDR5 memory modules.
ROG STRIX ULTIMATE POWER DESIGN
10(110A)+1(90A)+2(90A)+1(80A) Power Stages
M.2
M.2 HEATSINKS, M.2 BACKPLATE
VRM
VRM HEATSINK ARRAY
CPU
CPU FAN HEADERS, AIO PUMP FAN HEADER
CHASSIS
4-PIN FAN HEADERS
FAN BRACKET
Designed to ensure high airflow for this motherboard's dual M.2 slots or DRAM slots when you add a 30 mm or 40 mm fan.
ROG STRIX HIVE II
The ROG Hive II is an exclusive accessory designed to deliver user-friendly access to hardware and software features.
ROG FPS Card
The ROG FPS card groups I/O onto a vertically-mounted card, saving valuable motherboard space and tidying cable management.
WIFI7
- 320 MHz
- 6GHz bands
- 4096 AQM
- up to 4.8X ultra-fast WiFi speeds
- Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet
PCIE 5.0
Fully embracing the new standard, the Strix Z890-I offers end-to-end PCIe 5.0 support.
USB PORTS
TWO THUNDERBOLT 4 TYPE-C® PORTS
M.2 Q-Release Duo
M.2 Q-Release Duo creates space for two M.2 SSDs where only one would normally fit, and where a pair of PCIe 5.0 NVMe drives can operate at full speed. This solution deftly enhances cooling and helps ensure peak SSD performance. Its futuristic aesthetic also communicates high-tech capabilities, making it ideal for gaming rigs where form meets function. This design prepares your system for the future and offers a unique build experience, solidifying its place as a cutting-edge component in compact gaming setups.
PCIE® SLOT Q-RELEASE SLIM
With PCIe® Slot Q-Release Slim, simply tilt the card toward the latching mechanism to automatically unlock it from the PCIe slot. This makes upgrades and maintenance easier than ever before. Users will no longer need to fiddle with a tricky latch or even press a button to release their graphics card from the slot.
Q-ANTENNA
With Q-Antenna, attaching a WiFi antenna to your PC is now easy and fast. Instead of slowly rotating two fasteners until they finally lock in, they just snap into place. Less hassle, and more consistent performance.
BIOS FLASHBACK™
BIOS FlashBack™ is a safe and simple way to update BIOS. Just drop the (UEFI) BIOS file onto a FAT32-formatted USB stick, plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack port, and press the button. Updates can even be performed without having memory or a CPU installed.
BIOS Q-DASHBOARD
Simplify your motherboard configuration with BIOS Q-Dashboard. Its intuitive visual representation of hardware connections and corresponding BIOS settings takes the complexity out of setting up your system. Upgrade now, and discover the power of BIOS Q-Dashboard to easily and efficiently enhance your computing setup.
UEFI BIOS FULL HD
The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as more comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
TURBOV CORE
Intuitive overclocking within Windows. No BIOS interface, no reboots. Simple and swift performance tuning at your fingertips.
Dolby ATMOS
ROG and Dolby® have partnered to bring superior gaming audio quality to users. Dolby Atmos expands on traditional surround sound systems by adding height channels, which enables immersive three-dimensional audio to be perceived from above, below and around the listener.
ASUS GLIDEX
ASUS GlideX is a cross-device, cross-platform screen-sharing, screen-control and operation solution for enhanced productivity across PCs, tablets, and smartphones via USB or WiFi. Features include screen mirroring, screen extension, unified control with one keyboard and mouse, easy file transfers, and using mobile cameras as PC webcams. It's compatible with Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.
HWiNFO
HWiNFO and ROG have collaborated on this comprehensive system information and diagnostic tool that provides detailed information about hardware components and real-time monitoring of system performance in ROG style. It supports a wide range of hardware devices, and it is regularly updated to include the latest technologies.
ASUS DRIVER HUB
ASUS DriverHub streamlines the installation and management of ASUS drivers and utilities to keep your hardware up-to-date and performing optimally. This standalone application automatically detects current driver versions and presents available updates in a list view. By default, it supports ASUS motherboards, and users are invited to install ASUS DriverHub after OS installation. Additionally, ASUS DriverHub offers one-click installation and update checks, making it easier for users to keep their systems running smoothly and efficiently.
AIDA64 EXTREME
The ROG Strix Z890-I includes a sixty-day AIDA64 Extreme subscription, a tool that provides detailed information about hardware and software, as well as benchmarks to measure the performance of the entire system or individual components. AIDA64 Extreme includes a monitoring and diagnostics feature to detect and prevent hardware issues. All vital system sensors can be tracked in real time, allowing voltage readings, fan speeds, and temperature information to be displayed on the desktop or sent to dedicated displays or to the LCD panels of ROG AIO liquid coolers*.
*Support available for ROG Ryujin II and later models.
ARMOURY CRATE
Armoury Crate is a software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products, making it easy to tune the look and feel of your system. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate helps you customize RGB lighting and effects for compatible devices and synchronize them with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme across your system. In addition, Armoury Crate's Fan Xpert4 tool provides comprehensive control over fans, water pumps, and all-in-one (AIO) coolers.
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 functionality for Z890 motherboards, empowering you to build your dream gaming rig.
THE ROG STRIX ECOSYSTEM AWAITS
Level up your game with ROG Strix. Enjoy complimentary aesthetics, control, and compatibility across AIO coolers, cases, peripherals, and much more. ROG offers more choices than any other brand.
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Features
15th Gen Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 Processor with no integrated graphics
ROG STRIX Z890-I GAMING WIFI
The 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.
Performance
Cooling
Gaming Immersion
Connectivity
ASUS AI ADVISOR
Using AI technology to understand natural-language questions or scenario descriptions, ASUS AI Advisor allows users to explore the functionality and advanced features of ASUS motherboards in a simple and straightforward way.
* Availability of ASUS AI Advisor may vary by region.
AI OVERCLOCKING
ASUS AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration and push the system to its limits.
AI COOLING II
Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click.
AI NETWORKING II
AI Networking II combines intelligent technologies to continuously optimize network performance, provide trustworthy and seamless connectivity, and unleash the full speed of WiFi 7*.
*Features may vary by model.
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%.
* The overclocking performance may vary depending on the CPU series and motherboard used.
** Testing was conducted with an Intel Arrow Lake QS Q2HA Ultra 9 285K processor, ROG Maximus Z890 Extreme motherboard, GeForce RTX™ 4090 24GB graphics card, and XPG Lancer DDR5 memory modules (model AX5U6000C4016G).
DDR5 DOMINATION
Enhanced signal routing can push enthusiast-grade kits well beyond the 8 GT/s threshold on the Strix Z890-I.
DIMM FIT
DIMM Fit is an ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature that precisely analyzes individual memory modules to optimize performance and pinpoint potential issues.
AEMP III
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III) is an advanced firmware feature that empowers users to achieve unparalleled memory performance with cutting-edge CUDIMM memory.
DIMM FLEX
DIMM Flex provides enthusiasts with a powerful new way to overclock their DDR5 memory modules.
ROG STRIX ULTIMATE POWER DESIGN
10(110A)+1(90A)+2(90A)+1(80A) Power Stages
M.2
M.2 HEATSINKS, M.2 BACKPLATE
VRM
VRM HEATSINK ARRAY
CPU
CPU FAN HEADERS, AIO PUMP FAN HEADER
CHASSIS
4-PIN FAN HEADERS
FAN BRACKET
Designed to ensure high airflow for this motherboard's dual M.2 slots or DRAM slots when you add a 30 mm or 40 mm fan.
ROG STRIX HIVE II
The ROG Hive II is an exclusive accessory designed to deliver user-friendly access to hardware and software features.
ROG FPS Card
The ROG FPS card groups I/O onto a vertically-mounted card, saving valuable motherboard space and tidying cable management.
WIFI7
- 320 MHz
- 6GHz bands
- 4096 AQM
- up to 4.8X ultra-fast WiFi speeds
- Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet
PCIE 5.0
Fully embracing the new standard, the Strix Z890-I offers end-to-end PCIe 5.0 support.
USB PORTS
TWO THUNDERBOLT 4 TYPE-C® PORTS
M.2 Q-Release Duo
M.2 Q-Release Duo creates space for two M.2 SSDs where only one would normally fit, and where a pair of PCIe 5.0 NVMe drives can operate at full speed. This solution deftly enhances cooling and helps ensure peak SSD performance. Its futuristic aesthetic also communicates high-tech capabilities, making it ideal for gaming rigs where form meets function. This design prepares your system for the future and offers a unique build experience, solidifying its place as a cutting-edge component in compact gaming setups.
PCIE® SLOT Q-RELEASE SLIM
With PCIe® Slot Q-Release Slim, simply tilt the card toward the latching mechanism to automatically unlock it from the PCIe slot. This makes upgrades and maintenance easier than ever before. Users will no longer need to fiddle with a tricky latch or even press a button to release their graphics card from the slot.
Q-ANTENNA
With Q-Antenna, attaching a WiFi antenna to your PC is now easy and fast. Instead of slowly rotating two fasteners until they finally lock in, they just snap into place. Less hassle, and more consistent performance.
BIOS FLASHBACK™
BIOS FlashBack™ is a safe and simple way to update BIOS. Just drop the (UEFI) BIOS file onto a FAT32-formatted USB stick, plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack port, and press the button. Updates can even be performed without having memory or a CPU installed.
BIOS Q-DASHBOARD
Simplify your motherboard configuration with BIOS Q-Dashboard. Its intuitive visual representation of hardware connections and corresponding BIOS settings takes the complexity out of setting up your system. Upgrade now, and discover the power of BIOS Q-Dashboard to easily and efficiently enhance your computing setup.
UEFI BIOS FULL HD
The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as more comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
TURBOV CORE
Intuitive overclocking within Windows. No BIOS interface, no reboots. Simple and swift performance tuning at your fingertips.
Dolby ATMOS
ROG and Dolby® have partnered to bring superior gaming audio quality to users. Dolby Atmos expands on traditional surround sound systems by adding height channels, which enables immersive three-dimensional audio to be perceived from above, below and around the listener.
ASUS GLIDEX
ASUS GlideX is a cross-device, cross-platform screen-sharing, screen-control and operation solution for enhanced productivity across PCs, tablets, and smartphones via USB or WiFi. Features include screen mirroring, screen extension, unified control with one keyboard and mouse, easy file transfers, and using mobile cameras as PC webcams. It's compatible with Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.
HWiNFO
HWiNFO and ROG have collaborated on this comprehensive system information and diagnostic tool that provides detailed information about hardware components and real-time monitoring of system performance in ROG style. It supports a wide range of hardware devices, and it is regularly updated to include the latest technologies.
ASUS DRIVER HUB
ASUS DriverHub streamlines the installation and management of ASUS drivers and utilities to keep your hardware up-to-date and performing optimally. This standalone application automatically detects current driver versions and presents available updates in a list view. By default, it supports ASUS motherboards, and users are invited to install ASUS DriverHub after OS installation. Additionally, ASUS DriverHub offers one-click installation and update checks, making it easier for users to keep their systems running smoothly and efficiently.
AIDA64 EXTREME
The ROG Strix Z890-I includes a sixty-day AIDA64 Extreme subscription, a tool that provides detailed information about hardware and software, as well as benchmarks to measure the performance of the entire system or individual components. AIDA64 Extreme includes a monitoring and diagnostics feature to detect and prevent hardware issues. All vital system sensors can be tracked in real time, allowing voltage readings, fan speeds, and temperature information to be displayed on the desktop or sent to dedicated displays or to the LCD panels of ROG AIO liquid coolers*.
*Support available for ROG Ryujin II and later models.
ARMOURY CRATE
Armoury Crate is a software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products, making it easy to tune the look and feel of your system. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate helps you customize RGB lighting and effects for compatible devices and synchronize them with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme across your system. In addition, Armoury Crate's Fan Xpert4 tool provides comprehensive control over fans, water pumps, and all-in-one (AIO) coolers.
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 functionality for Z890 motherboards, empowering you to build your dream gaming rig.
THE ROG STRIX ECOSYSTEM AWAITS
Level up your game with ROG Strix. Enjoy complimentary aesthetics, control, and compatibility across AIO coolers, cases, peripherals, and much more. ROG offers more choices than any other brand.
Specifications
15th Gen Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 Processor
Essentials
Product Collection
Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
Code Name
Products formerly Arrow Lake
Vertical Segment
Desktop
Processor Number
265KF
Overall Peak TOPS (Int8)
25
CPU Specifications
Total Cores
20
# of Performance-cores
8
# of Efficient-cores
12
Total Threads
20
Max Turbo Frequency
5.5 GHz
Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Frequency
5.5 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
5.4 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency
4.6 GHz
Performance-core Base Frequency
3.9 GHz
Efficient-core Base Frequency
3.3 GHz
Cache
30 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Total L2 Cache
36 MB
Processor Base Power
125 W
Maximum Turbo Power
250 W
Intel® Deep Learning Boost (Intel® DL Boost) on CPU
Yes
AI Software Frameworks Supported by CPU
OpenVINO™, WindowsML, DirectML, ONNX RT, WebNN
CPU Lithography
TSMC N3B
Supplemental Information
Embedded Options Available
No
Use Conditions
PC/Client/Tablet
Memory Specifications
Max Memory Size (dependent on memory type)
192 GB
Memory Types
Up to DDR5 6400 MT/s
Maximum Memory Speed
6400 MHz
Max # of Memory Channels
2
NPU Specifications
NPU Name
Intel® AI Boost
NPU Peak TOPS (Int8)
13
Sparsity Support
Yes
Windows Studio Effects Support
Yes
AI Software Frameworks Supported by NPU
OpenVINO™, WindowsML, DirectML, ONNX RT, WebNN
Expansion Options
Direct Media Interface (DMI) Revision
4
Max # of DMI Lanes
8
Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4
Yes
Scalability
1S Only
PCI Express Revision
5.0 and 4.0
PCI Express Configurations
Up to 1x16+2x4, 2x8+2x4, 1x8+4x4
Max # of PCI Express Lanes
24
Package Specifications
Sockets Supported
FCLGA1851
Max Operating Temperature
105 °C
Advanced Technologies
Intel® Volume Management Device (VMD)
Yes
Intel® Gaussian & Neural Accelerator
3.5
Intel® Thread Director
Yes
Intel® Speed Shift Technology
Yes
Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
Yes
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
2.0
Intel® 64
Yes
Instruction Set
64-bit
Instruction Set Extensions
Intel® SSE4.1, Intel® SSE4.2, Intel® AVX2
Idle States
Yes
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology
Yes
Thermal Monitoring Technologies
Yes
Security & Reliability
Intel® Standard Manageability (ISM)
Yes
Intel® Control-Flow Enforcement Technology
Yes
Intel® AES New Instructions
Yes
Secure Key
Yes
Intel® Trusted Execution Technology
Yes
Execute Disable Bit
Yes
Intel® OS Guard
Yes
Intel® Boot Guard
Yes
Mode-based Execute Control (MBEC)
Yes
Intel® Virtualization Technology (VT-x)
Yes
Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
Yes
Intel® VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)
Yes
ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-I GAMING WIFI ITX Motherboard
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. 96GB, DDR5
Support up to 8800+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 product information 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 2 x 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 depending on the operating system
For Windows 11, Wi-Fi 7 will require 24H2 or later version for full functions, Windows 11 21H2/22H2/23H2 only supports Wi-Fi 6E.
For Windows 10, only Wi-Fi 6 is supported.
** Wi-Fi 6GHz frequency band and bandwidth regulatory may vary between countries.
*** The Bluetooth® version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications.
USB
Rear USB (Total 9 ports)
2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 (2 x USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C®)
3 x USB 10Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)
1 x USB 5Gbps port (1 x Type-A)
2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A)
Front USB (Total 3 ports)
1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional
USB 5Gbps ports
ROG STRIX HIVE II (Total 2 ports)
2 x USB 10Gbps ports ( 1 x USB Type-C®+ 1 x Type-A)
ROG FPS Card (Total 3 ports)
2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 3 USB 2.0 ports
* USB Type-C® power delivery output: max. 5V/3A
Audio
ROG Strix Hive II Audio Features
- ROG Hyper-Grounding Technology
- ESS® SABRE9260Q DAC
- Silver-plated audio jacks
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
* All audio functions on ROG STRIX Z890-I
GAMING WIFI are supported through the ROG STRIX HIVE II.
Back Panel I/O Ports
2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 (2 x USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C®)
3 x USB 10Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)
1 x USB 5Gbps port (1 x Type-A)
2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A)
1 x HDMI™ port
1 x Wi-Fi module
1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet port
1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button
Internal I/O Connectors
Fan and Cooling Related
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
1 x 4-pin Chassis Fan header
1 x Extra Flow Fan header
Power Related
1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
1 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connector
Storage Related
2 x M.2 slots (Key M)
USB
1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional
USB 5Gbps ports
Miscellaneous
2 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
1 x 2-pin Power Button header
1 x Thermal Sensor header
2 x USB Type-C® connectors to install ROG
FPS card
ROG FPS card
2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
1 x CPU Over Voltage jumper
1 x Clear CMOS header
1 x Front Panel header
1 x Alteration PCIe Mode switch
2 x USB 2.0 headers support 3 additional
USB 2.0 ports
Special Features
Extreme Engine Digi+
- 5K Black metallic capacitors
ASUS Q-Design
- M.2 Q-Release Duo
- PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim (with PCIe SafeSlot)
- Q-Antenna
- Q-Dashboard
- Q-DIMM
- Q-Slot
ASUS Thermal Solution
- M.2 heatsink backplate
- M.2 heatsink
- VRM heatsink design
- Fan bracket
ASUS EZ DIY
- BIOS FlashBack™ button
- BIOS FlashBack™ LED
- CPU Socket lever protector
- ProCool II
- Pre-mounted I/O shield
- SafeDIMM
- Backplate
Aura Sync
- Addressable Gen 2 headers
ROG STRIX HIVE II
1 x USB Type-C® connects to motherboard
2 x USB 10Gbps ports ( 1 x USB Type-C®+ 1 x
Type-A)
1 x Headphone jack with mic in
1 x FlexKey button
1 x Power button
1 x Volume control knob with mute button
Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])
Software Features
ROG Exclusive Software
- ROG CPU-Z
- Dolby Atmos
ASUS Exclusive Software
Armoury Crate
- Aura Creator
- Aura Sync
- Fan Xpert 4 (with AI Cooling II)
- GameFirst
- Power Saving
HWiNFO
AIDA64 Extreme (60 days free trial)
ASUS AI Advisor
ASUS Driver Hub
ASUS GlideX
Adobe Creative Cloud (Free Trial)
Norton 360 for Gamers (60 Days Free Trial)
WinRAR (40 Days Free Trial)
UEFI BIOS
AI Overclocking Guide
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
- ASUS MyHotkey
NPU Boost
BIOS
256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
Manageability
WOL by PME, PXE
Accessories
Cables
1 x ROG USB2.0 splitter cable
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
1 x Panel Cable
ROG FPS Card
1 x ROG FPS Card
ROG STRIX HIVE II
1 x ROG STRIX HIVE II
1 x USB Type-C® power connection cable
Miscellaneous
1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
1 x Cable ties package
1 x ROG key chain
1 x ROG Strix stickers
Documentation
1 x Quick start guide
Operating System
Windows 11 (22H2 later)
Form Factor
Mini-ITX Form Factor
6.7 inch x 6.7 inch (17 cm x 17 cm)
