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White ATX motherboard with silver heatsinks, four DDR5 slots, multiple M.2 covers and rear I/O shield

ASUS

ASUS Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W ATX Intel motherboard

SKU CH-ZCMP-94217

ATX board for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 with 12+1+2+1 80A DrMOS stages, DDR5 to 9066 MT/s, PCIe 5.0 x16 and M.2, Wi-Fi 7, 2.5Gb LAN, Thunderbolt header and four M.2 slots

  • ChipsetIntel Z890
  • Form factorATX
  • Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
  • Max supported RAM192 GB
  • Memory channelsDual Channel
  • Memory highlightsSupports up to 9066+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Un-buffered ,Clocked
  • Ready for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors via LGA 1851 socket
  • 12+1+2+1 80A DrMOS power stages deliver stable CPU power
  • DDR5 memory support up to 9066 MT/s with 192 GB max capacity
  • One PCIe 5.0 and three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots with heatsinks
  • Wi-Fi 7, 2.5 Gb LAN and rear USB 20 Gbps Type-C connectivity

AI-Ready Z890 ATX Platform

The ASUS Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W is an ATX motherboard built for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors on the LGA 1851 socket. It targets enthusiasts and professionals who need a robust foundation for advanced AI workloads, high-speed storage and next-generation connectivity. Four DDR5 slots support up to 192GB of memory with overclocked speeds reaching 9066+ MT/s.

Thermals, Noise and Power Delivery

A 12+1+2+1 phase design uses 80A DrMOS power stages, ProCool connectors, a 6-layer PCB, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable delivery. Large VRM heatsinks, dedicated M.2 and PCH heatsinks, plus hybrid fan headers managed by Fan Xpert 4 with AI Cooling II keep temperatures low and fan noise minimal under sustained loads. The board draws power through standard ATX and CPU connectors.

PCIe 5.0 M.2 Slot Decides Fit

One CPU-attached M.2 slot runs at PCIe 5.0 x4 (Key M, 2280/22110) while three chipset-attached slots run at PCIe 4.0 x4 (Key M, 2280), all with integrated cooling. This layout determines whether your fastest drive gets the full 5.0 bandwidth or shares 4.0 lanes, making it the single specification that decides if the board matches your storage strategy.

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Price $209.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Model nameZ890 AYW GAMING WIFI W
Part number90MB1I60-M0AAY0
Processor
ChipsetIntel Z890
Memory
Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
Max supported RAM192 GB
Memory channelsDual Channel
Storage
SATA ports4 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.2 slotsSupport Intel Core Ultra Processors(Series 2)
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280/22110 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
Intel Z890 Chipset
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes)
SATA and RAID supportIntel Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10, M.2 slot from CPU only supports RAID 0/1/5.
Audio & video
Sound channelsRealtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC*
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback
Audio Features
- Audio Shielding
- Premium audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
* A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output.
Connectivity
Maximum network speed2.5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 802.11 ax
Bluetooth supportv5.3
Ports & slots
PCIe 5.0 x16 slotsIntel Core Ultra Processors(Series 2): 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
PCIe 4.0 x16 slotsIntel Z890 Chipset:
2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (supports x4 mode)
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x1 mode)
Power
Power connectors1 × 24-pin Main Power connector
2 × 8-pin +12 V CPU Power connectors
Size & build
Form factorATX
Width and length12.0 in × 9.6 in
Compatibility
Windows 11 support(22H2 & later), Windows 10 64-bit(21H2 & later)
More details
BIOS256(128+128) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS

Questions about this item

How do I install the CPU into the LGA 1851 socket and what step is commonly missed?

Align the processor triangle with the socket marker, lower it gently without force, then close the retention lever; the step often missed is removing the protective cover from the socket before placement.

Which components on the Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W will need replacement or maintenance over time?

The CMOS battery on the board will eventually need replacing to keep BIOS settings, and case fans connected to the four 4-pin chassis headers may require cleaning or swapping after extended use.

What is the first limit reached when running the DDR5 memory at 9066 MT/s continuously?

Sustained operation at 9066 MT/s typically hits the memory controller thermal or voltage stability ceiling first, causing the system to downclock or require increased cooling to maintain the overclock.

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