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ATX motherboard in grey and yellow with large VRM heatsinks, CPU socket cover and bundled Core Ultra 9 285K processor

ASUS

ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI Intel motherboard & Core Ultra 9 285K CPU Combo

SKU CH-V8P8-3TAM4

A Z890 ATX motherboard paired with a Core Ultra 9 285K processor, delivering 16+1+2+1 80A power stages, DDR5 up to 9066 MT/s, PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 slots, four M.2 sockets, Thunderbolt 4.

  • CPU socketLGA 1851
  • ChipsetIntel Z890
  • Form factorATX
  • Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
  • Max supported RAM256 GB
  • Memory channelsDual Channel

Model TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI

CPU +Ultra 9 285K

  • Ready for advanced AI workloads with Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor
  • Stable power delivery via 16+1+2+1 80A DrMOS stages and 8-layer PCB
  • DDR5 memory up to 9066 MT/s across four 288-pin slots with 256 GB capacity
  • Fast storage options: one PCIe 5.0 M.2 plus three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots
  • Thunderbolt 4 Type-C, Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5 Gbps LAN for high-speed connectivity

Combo for AI workloads

This bundle pairs an ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI motherboard with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor. The board uses the Intel Z890 chipset and an LGA 1851 socket. It supports up to 256GB of DDR5 memory across four slots with speeds up to 9066 MT/s when overclocked. The 125W CPU brings 36MB L3 cache and 40MB L2 cache for heavy compute tasks.

AI cooling and networking

AI Cooling II manages fan curves automatically based on system temperatures. AI Networking II optimises traffic for lower latency during gaming or streaming. The motherboard includes one PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot with a dedicated heatsink and three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all covered by thermal pads. A Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C port and a front-panel USB 20Gbps Type-C header provide fast external connectivity.

Robust power and mounting

The 16+1+2+1 phase design uses 80A DrMOS stages with ProCool connectors on an 8-layer PCB. Alloy chokes and durable capacitors back the power delivery. Large VRM heatsinks, an M.2 heatsink and a PCH heatsink handle heat under load. Hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4 give granular control. The ATX form factor fits standard cases. Connectivity includes 2.5Gbps LAN, Wi-Fi 7, 7.1-channel audio, four SATA 6Gb/s ports, one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and one PCIe 4.0 x16 slot.

How it compares

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Price $1,193.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Model nameTUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI+Ultra 9 285K
Processor
CPU socketLGA 1851
ChipsetIntel Z890
Memory
Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
Max supported RAM256 GB
Memory channelsDual Channel
Storage
SATA ports4 x SATA 6Gb/s
Audio & video
Sound channels7.1 Channels
Connectivity
Maximum network speed2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 802.11 be
Ports & slots
PCIe 5.0 x16 slots1 x PCI Express 5.0 x16
PCIe 4.0 x16 slots1 x PCI Express 4.0 x16
Size & build
Form factorATX
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportSupported

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Questions about this item

Will the 80A DrMOS power stages need any maintenance or replacement over time?

The 16+1+2+1 80A DrMOS power stages are solid-state components with no moving parts. Paired with the 8-layer PCB, alloy chokes and durable capacitors, they are designed for the life of the board and do not require scheduled servicing.

What thermal limit appears first when the Core Ultra 9 285K runs at its 125W base power under sustained load?

The CPU's 125W base power is the primary limit; the VRM heatsinks, M.2 heatsinks and Fan Xpert 4 with AI Cooling II are sized to dissipate that heat continuously without throttling.

How loud and hot does the combo get when the AI Cooling II runs fans all day at full load?

AI Cooling II automatically tunes fan curves to balance temperature and acoustics. With the large VRM and M.2 heatsinks, the system stays cool while fan noise remains low during extended operation.

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