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ASUS TUF Gaming Z890-Pro Wi-Fi, Review of a motherboard for gamers that makes installation easy
We review the ASUS TUF Z890-Pro Wi-Fi motherboard: 5 PCIe, WiFi 7, Thunderbolt 4 and Intel Core Ultra support. Power and versatility for your gaming PC.
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z890-Pro Wi-Fi is a motherboard with a simple and unobtrusive design that prioritizes functionality and ease of installation over flashy aesthetics. Its brushed metal finish with silver and white tones gives it a clean look, making it easy to integrate into various configurations and case sizes.
ASUS TUF Gaming Z890-Pro Wi-Fi Specifications
- CPU Socket: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Support: Intel Core Ultra 200 series
- Memory: 4x DDR5 DIMM slots up to 192GB, up to 9066+ MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)
- Expansion slots: 2x PCIe x16, 1x PCIe x4, 2x PCIe x1
- Storage: 4x M.2, 4x SATA
- Ethernet: Intel I226-V 2.5G
- Wireless and Bluetooth: MediaTek MT7925 Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
- USB: up to 2x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB 20Gbps, 6x USB 10Gbps, 2x USB 5Gbps, 4x USB 2.0
- Audio: Realtek ALC1220P
- Form factor: ATX
This board features a small ARGB area and three ARGB connectors, allowing for subtle lighting adjustments. Like all Z890 boards, it supports Intel Core Ultra 200S processors and high-speed CUDIMM memory.
It also offers 2.5G LAN, Wi-Fi 7 (160MHz), four M.2 slots, dual Thunderbolt 4 and multiple high-speed USB ports.
One of the highlights is the presence of five PCIe expansion slots, a rare feature that makes it ideal for users looking for multiple expansion cards.
On the other hand, the cooling system for the M.2 slots is effective, with dedicated heatsinks for the primary and secondary slots.
Connectivity
The board offers USB connectivity, including dual Thunderbolt 4 and six 10Gbps USB ports, making it ideal for users with multiple high-speed USB devices.
It has DP 1.4 and HDMI 2.1 ports, which are suitable for taking advantage of the integrated graphics of the Arrow Lake processors.
Networking options, while solid, could be better compared to the competition, with 2.5G LAN and 160MHz Wi-Fi 7. Audio is based on the Realtek ALC1220 codec.
BIOS and Software
The BIOS is very easy to use with an EZ-Mode interface for beginners and advanced options for overclockers.
The fan control software and Q-Dashboard feature facilitate system monitoring and diagnostics.
Easy-to-install design
Conclusion
The ASUS TUF Gaming Z890-Pro Wi-Fi is a well-built motherboard that is ideal for users who need multiple PCIe expansion slots and extensive USB connectivity. Its design makes it easy to install and its performance is good, ideal for anyone looking to build a gaming or content creation setup.
Best
- Easy-to-install design
- Five PCIe expansion slots.
- Excellent USB connectivity.
- Powerful and efficient VRM.
- Good cooling system for M.2.
Worst
- Networking options could be more advanced (5G LAN, 320MHz Wi-Fi 7).
- No power, reset, or debug readout buttons on the board.
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