Asus Rog Maximus Z890 Hero Motherboard

The ROG Maximus Z890 Hero is engineered to harness the full potential of Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2) through AI-enhanced technologies, robust power delivery, and optimised thermal management. Its angular design with Polymo II Lighting accents provides a distinctive aesthetic that complements high-end system builds.

Equipped with extensive PCIe 5.0 support, DDR5 memory slots, and next-generation connectivity including Wi-Fi 7, this motherboard delivers fast data transfers and reliable performance. High-quality power stages, alloy chokes, and durable capacitors ensure stable operation under demanding loads.

The board features a comprehensive cooling solution with massive VRM heatsinks, high-conductivity thermal pads, and dedicated M.2 cooling to prevent throttling. Premium build quality is further enhanced by a high-grade PCB design and intelligent hardware routing for maximised memory performance.

Socket	Intel Socket LGA1851 (Intel Z890)
Supported CPU	Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
Memory Type	Dual Channel DDR5 (4 x DIMM Slots)
Overclocking	High-speed memory overclocking support
M.2 Slots	1x PCIe 5.0 M.2, 3x PCIe 4.0 M.2
SATA Ports	SATA 6Gb/s Ports
PCIe x16	1 x PCIe x16 Slot, Multiple Expansion Slots
LAN	2.5Gb Ethernet
Wireless	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
USB Rear Panel	USB 3.2 Gen 2 / Gen 1 Ports, USB Type-C
Audio/Networking	HD Audio Jacks & Networking Ports
Audio CODEC	Premium High Definition Audio CODEC
Headers	Advanced Fan & RGB LED Headers
Form Factor	ATX
Video Output	1 x DisplayPort, 1 x HDMI