--- product_id: 667128173 title: "ASUS ROG Strix Z890-E Gaming WiFi Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard, Advanced AI PC-Ready, 18+2+1+2 Stages, DDR5, WiFi 7, 7X M.2, Thunderbolt™ 4, USB Type-C®, AI Overclocking, Cooling & Networking" brand: "asus" price: "R13254" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Asus" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/667128173-asus-rog-strix-z890-e-gaming-wifi-intel-z890-lga store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 18+2+1+2 power stages for rock-solid stability 7 M.2 slots (3x PCIe 5.0) for ultra-fast storage WiFi 7 with Q-Antenna for next-gen wireless speeds ASUS ROG Strix Z890-E Gaming WiFi Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard, Advanced AI PC-Ready, 18+2+1+2 Stages, DDR5, WiFi 7, 7X M.2, Thunderbolt™ 4, USB Type-C®, AI Overclocking, Cooling & Networking **Brand:** asus **Price:** R13254 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Power your AI-driven gaming empire with ASUS ROG Strix Z890-E — where speed meets smart innovation! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** ASUS ROG Strix Z890-E Gaming WiFi Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard, Advanced AI PC-Ready, 18+2+1+2 Stages, DDR5, WiFi 7, 7X M.2, Thunderbolt™ 4, USB Type-C®, AI Overclocking, Cooling & Networking by asus - **How much does it cost?** R13254 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/667128173-asus-rog-strix-z890-e-gaming-wifi-intel-z890-lga) ## Best For - asus enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted asus brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Next-Level Connectivity:** Dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports plus 25 USB ports ensure your entire tech ecosystem stays seamlessly connected and powered. - • **Unmatched Storage Expansion:** Seven M.2 slots including three blazing-fast PCIe 5.0 ports—because your SSDs deserve the fastest runway. - • **Future-Proof AI-Ready Powerhouse:** Built for Intel Core Ultra processors with exclusive AI overclocking, cooling & networking tech to keep you ahead of the curve. - • **DIY-Friendly Design & Robust Build:** Q-Release slots, BIOS FlashBack, and premium power components make building and tweaking your dream machine effortless and reliable. - • **Thermal Mastery for Peak Performance:** Massive heatsinks, C-shaped heatpipe, and AI Cooling II keep your rig cool under pressure—no throttling, just pure speed. ## Overview The ASUS ROG Strix Z890-E Gaming WiFi motherboard is a cutting-edge ATX board designed for Intel Core Ultra processors with LGA 1851 socket. It features an advanced 18+2+1+2 power stage design, supports DDR5 memory, and offers seven M.2 slots including three PCIe 5.0 for ultra-high-speed storage. Equipped with WiFi 7, dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, and extensive USB connectivity, it delivers exceptional networking and peripheral support. Its robust thermal design and exclusive AI technologies optimize overclocking, cooling, and networking, making it a top-tier choice for professional gamers and power users seeking future-ready performance and reliability. ## Description ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 ATX motherboard, Advanced AI PC-ready, 18+2+1+2 power stages, DDR5 with NitroPath Technology, WiFi 7 with Q-Antenna, seven M.2 slots, PCIe 5.0 x16 with Q-Release Slim, Thunderbolt™ 4, USB Type-C®, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking II and Polymo Lighting Review: This is a fantastic motherboard! An LGA1851 board with SEVEN M.2 drive slots, with THREE of them being PCIe 5.0 for under $400? Tremendous value from a brand that has never failed me before, ASUS. My primary need for my new LGA1851 board was the number of M.2 slots and this one did not disappoint. It has the most ports, and the most 5.0 ports that I could find under $500. Most only had 4 ports total with only one or two 5.0 ports. This board's PCIe 5.0 performance is outstanding when you are running a proper compatible 5.0 M.2 drive, like from Samsung, as long as it is properly cooled. The drive cooling is a challenge on this board and I found the built-in heatsinks to be inadequate to cool that many M.2 drives, especially the 5.0 speed drives that get over 10,000MB/s read/write when they are kept cool. My solution was to use third party heatsinks with fans on them for my hottest M.2 drives, including the two 5.0 drives I have. I use both Thermalright HR10 2280 PRO Black SSD Coolers and EZDIY-FAB Shield M.2 SSD Heatsinks with Build-in 20mm PWM Fan on my drives. Both do a great job of lowering the temps on the drives enough for them not to throttle speeds down due to heat. My drives rarely get over 50C under typical stress loads on the drives with these coolers. But with seven M.2 slots, this motherboard doesn't have a lot of room to spare, and you'll find that it is impossible to use third-party heatsinks on ALL seven of the M.2 drives because they are just too close together. So be strategic about which drives to use them on: the ones that will get the hottest (usually the fastest) and the most usage. Other than the plethora of M.2 drive ports on this motherboard. there is also a huge amount of USB and Thunderbolt 4 ports... another huge plus for me considering how many USB accessories I have, including two portable monitors attached to Thunderbolt 4 hubs that supplement my four full-sized monitors plugged into my Nvidia 3060ti video card. With this motherboard, everything just works, fast and beautifully. Just make sure your RAM and CPU are compatible. I highly suggest going to the ASUS website in advance and downloading the latest BIOS onto a USB drive and installing that BIOS first before you set up Windows. Also, make sure you download all of the drivers onto your Windows boot USB drive. When I was building my PC and installing Windows 11, it did not find the Wi-Fi drivers on its own and I had to point to the files I downloaded from ASUS on the USB drive. Oh, yeah, the Wi-Fi speeds on this motherboard are incredible, too! This motherboard is a great value if you can get it under $375 around the time of my review. It's so worth the extra $100 or so you may be tempted to skimp out and get a cheaper one... just invest and get this one, you won't regret it! Have fun. Here are some of my recent components in this build, in case you are interested: ASUS ROG Strix Z890-E Gaming WiFi Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard Intel Core Ultra 7 Desktop Processor 265K - 20 cores (8 P-cores + 12 E-cores) up to 5.5 GHz CORSAIR VENGEANCE DDR5 RAM 64GB (2x32GB) 5600MHz CL40-40-40-77 1.25V Intel XMP Desktop Computer Memory Samsung SSD 9100 PRO 4TB, PCIe 5.0x4 M.2 2280, Seq. Read Speeds Up to 14,800MB/s Thermalright HR10 2280 PRO Black SSD Cooler EZDIY-FAB Shield M.2 SSD Heatsink with Build-in 20mm PWM Fan Thermaltake CT120 EX ARGB Sync PC Cooling Fan (3-Fan Pack) Thermalright Assassin Spirit 120 Vision ARGB Black CPU Cooler with LCD screen Thermalright Lga1851 BCF Black CPU Holder,CPU Anti Bending Fixed Bracket HYTE Y70 Upgraded Modern Aesthetic Dual Chamber Panoramic Tempered Glass Mid-Tower ATX Computer Gaming Case Review: I bought this board after weeks of pure frustration with a much more expensive MSI Z890 Ace that had all kinds of design problems. I say that because after FIVE new BIOS updates that have been released, the exact same problems still persist, so obviously it's not something MSI can fix with BIOS updates. This ROG Strix Z890-E from ASUS, despite being $330 less expensive, is overall a much better product. I've been using high-end MSI boards for the past six years (Z390 Godlike and Z690 Ace), but after my horrendous experience with the Z890 Ace, I won't even consider another MSI board for at least another decade. Paired it with an Intel 265K, and haven't looked back. Completely stable, tons of features, and a power-user's dream with all the overclocking and tweaking options that ASUS gives you in the BIOS. ## 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: NPU Boost, ASUS AI Advisor, ASUS-exclusive AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking II - Exclusive Memory Technologies: DIMM Fit, DIMM Flex and AEMP III to simplify setup and improve performance - Robust Power Solution: 18(110A)+2(90A)+1(90A)+2(80A) power stages with ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes and premium metallic capacitors - Optimized Thermal Design: Massive heatsinks with integrated I/O cover, high-conductivity thermal pads, and connected with an C-shaped heatpipe - Latest M.2 Support: Three PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots and four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all with substantial cooling solutions - Abundant Connectivity: Dual Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C ports, USB 10Gbps Type-C rear I/O port with up to 30-watt Power Delivery fast charging plus USB Wattage Watcher, ten USB 10Gbps ports , PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot with full support for next-gen graphics card, HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 - High-Performance Networking: On-board Intel Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, Realtek 5 Gb 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 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0DGWRK1PN | | Best Sellers Rank | #2,547 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #5 in Motherboards | | Brand | ASUS | | CPU Model | Intel Core Ultra 5 | | Chipset Type | Intel Z890 | | Compatible Devices | Personal Computer | | Compatible Processors | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (107) | | Graphics Card Interface | PCI Express | | Item Weight | 1.7 Kilograms | | Main Power Connector Type | 24-Pin | | Manufacturer | ASUS | | Memory Clock Speed | 320 MHz | | Memory Slots Available | 4 | | Memory Storage Capacity | 192 GB | | Model Name | ROG STRIX Z890- E GAMING WIFI | | Model Number | ROG STRIX Z890- E GAMING WIFI | | Number of Ethernet Ports | 1 | | Number of Ports | 15 | | Platform | Windows 11 | | Processor Socket | LGA 1851 | | RAM Memory Technology | DDR5 | | Ram Memory Maximum Size | 192 GB | | System Bus Standard Supported | DMI (latest version) | | Total Number of HDMI Ports | 1 | | Total PCIe Ports | 1 | | Total SATA Ports | 4 | | Total Usb Ports | 25 | | UPC | 197105756137 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** ASUS - **CPU socket:** LGA 1851 - **Compatible devices:** Personal Computer - **Compatible processors:** Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) - **Ram memory technology:** DDR5 ## Images ![ASUS ROG Strix Z890-E Gaming WiFi Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard, Advanced AI PC-Ready, 18+2+1+2 Stages, DDR5, WiFi 7, 7X M.2, Thunderbolt™ 4, USB Type-C®, AI Overclocking, Cooling & Networking - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81RiQekuHcL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by J***E on 10 August 2025* This is a fantastic motherboard! An LGA1851 board with SEVEN M.2 drive slots, with THREE of them being PCIe 5.0 for under $400? Tremendous value from a brand that has never failed me before, ASUS. My primary need for my new LGA1851 board was the number of M.2 slots and this one did not disappoint. It has the most ports, and the most 5.0 ports that I could find under $500. Most only had 4 ports total with only one or two 5.0 ports. This board's PCIe 5.0 performance is outstanding when you are running a proper compatible 5.0 M.2 drive, like from Samsung, as long as it is properly cooled. The drive cooling is a challenge on this board and I found the built-in heatsinks to be inadequate to cool that many M.2 drives, especially the 5.0 speed drives that get over 10,000MB/s read/write when they are kept cool. My solution was to use third party heatsinks with fans on them for my hottest M.2 drives, including the two 5.0 drives I have. I use both Thermalright HR10 2280 PRO Black SSD Coolers and EZDIY-FAB Shield M.2 SSD Heatsinks with Build-in 20mm PWM Fan on my drives. Both do a great job of lowering the temps on the drives enough for them not to throttle speeds down due to heat. My drives rarely get over 50C under typical stress loads on the drives with these coolers. But with seven M.2 slots, this motherboard doesn't have a lot of room to spare, and you'll find that it is impossible to use third-party heatsinks on ALL seven of the M.2 drives because they are just too close together. So be strategic about which drives to use them on: the ones that will get the hottest (usually the fastest) and the most usage. Other than the plethora of M.2 drive ports on this motherboard. there is also a huge amount of USB and Thunderbolt 4 ports... another huge plus for me considering how many USB accessories I have, including two portable monitors attached to Thunderbolt 4 hubs that supplement my four full-sized monitors plugged into my Nvidia 3060ti video card. With this motherboard, everything just works, fast and beautifully. Just make sure your RAM and CPU are compatible. I highly suggest going to the ASUS website in advance and downloading the latest BIOS onto a USB drive and installing that BIOS first before you set up Windows. Also, make sure you download all of the drivers onto your Windows boot USB drive. When I was building my PC and installing Windows 11, it did not find the Wi-Fi drivers on its own and I had to point to the files I downloaded from ASUS on the USB drive. Oh, yeah, the Wi-Fi speeds on this motherboard are incredible, too! This motherboard is a great value if you can get it under $375 around the time of my review. It's so worth the extra $100 or so you may be tempted to skimp out and get a cheaper one... just invest and get this one, you won't regret it! Have fun. Here are some of my recent components in this build, in case you are interested: ASUS ROG Strix Z890-E Gaming WiFi Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard Intel Core Ultra 7 Desktop Processor 265K - 20 cores (8 P-cores + 12 E-cores) up to 5.5 GHz CORSAIR VENGEANCE DDR5 RAM 64GB (2x32GB) 5600MHz CL40-40-40-77 1.25V Intel XMP Desktop Computer Memory Samsung SSD 9100 PRO 4TB, PCIe 5.0x4 M.2 2280, Seq. Read Speeds Up to 14,800MB/s Thermalright HR10 2280 PRO Black SSD Cooler EZDIY-FAB Shield M.2 SSD Heatsink with Build-in 20mm PWM Fan Thermaltake CT120 EX ARGB Sync PC Cooling Fan (3-Fan Pack) Thermalright Assassin Spirit 120 Vision ARGB Black CPU Cooler with LCD screen Thermalright Lga1851 BCF Black CPU Holder,CPU Anti Bending Fixed Bracket HYTE Y70 Upgraded Modern Aesthetic Dual Chamber Panoramic Tempered Glass Mid-Tower ATX Computer Gaming Case ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by S***E on 2 February 2025* I bought this board after weeks of pure frustration with a much more expensive MSI Z890 Ace that had all kinds of design problems. I say that because after FIVE new BIOS updates that have been released, the exact same problems still persist, so obviously it's not something MSI can fix with BIOS updates. This ROG Strix Z890-E from ASUS, despite being $330 less expensive, is overall a much better product. I've been using high-end MSI boards for the past six years (Z390 Godlike and Z690 Ace), but after my horrendous experience with the Z890 Ace, I won't even consider another MSI board for at least another decade. Paired it with an Intel 265K, and haven't looked back. Completely stable, tons of features, and a power-user's dream with all the overclocking and tweaking options that ASUS gives you in the BIOS. ### ⭐ Review *by W***9 on 10 December 2025* This item arrived defective. Consider a manufacturing defective and not a seller issue. Pins in CPU socket bent/not in alignment ## Frequently Bought Together - ASUS ROG Strix Z890-E Gaming WiFi Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard, Advanced AI PC-Ready, 18+2+1+2 Stages, DDR5, WiFi 7, 7X M.2, Thunderbolt™ 4, USB Type-C®, AI Overclocking, Cooling & Networking - Intel Core Ultra 7 Desktop Processor 265K - 20 cores (8 P-cores + 12 E-cores) up to 5.5 GHz - Samsung 990 PRO SSD NVMe M.2 PCIe Gen4, M.2 2280 Internal Solid State Hard Drive, Seq. 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