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GIGABYTE

GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 PLUS Intel motherboard

SKU CH-YWKJ-BPKWR MPN Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 PLUS

ATX motherboard for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors with LGA 1851 socket, 16+1+2 digital power phases, DDR5 up to 9466 MT/s, four M.2 slots, PCIe 5.0 graphics slot, USB4, WiFi 7 and 5 GbE LAN

  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
  • ChipsetIntel Z890
  • Form factorATX
  • CPU socketLGA 1851
  • Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
  • Supported memorySupport up to DDR5 9466+MT/s (OC)
  • Ready for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors on LGA 1851 socket
  • Stable power delivery via 16+1+2 digital VRM with premium chokes
  • DDR5 memory support up to 9466 MT/s with Intel XMP 3.0
  • WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 plus 5 GbE LAN for high-speed connectivity
  • Screwless M.2 installation and single-click GPU release simplify the build

Ready for Intel Core Ultra Series 2

The GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 PLUS uses the LGA 1851 socket and Intel Z890 chipset to support Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors. Four 288-pin slots accept DDR5 memory up to 256 GB with XMP 3.0 profiles. The 16+1+2 digital VRM design delivers steady power for demanding workloads.

Advanced VRM heatsinks manage thermals

Advanced VRM heatsinks provide better heat dissipation for the 16+1+2 power phase layout. Integrated I/O shield simplifies assembly and airflow. WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 connect through a directional ultra-high gain antenna. A 5 GbE LAN port handles wired traffic without extra controllers.

EZ-Latch and DriverBIOS simplify the build

PCIe EZ-Latch Plus releases a graphics card with a single click. M.2 EZ-Latch Click and Plus enable screwless installation for heatsinks and SSDs across four M.2 slots. WIFI EZ-Plug attaches the antenna quickly. DriverBIOS loads the WiFi driver before the OS starts. Rear EZ Buttons give organised troubleshooting access.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameGIGABYTE
Model nameZ890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 PLUS
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
CPU socketLGA 1851
ChipsetIntel Z890
Memory
Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
Supported memorySupport up to DDR5 9466+MT/s (OC)
Max supported RAM256 GB
Memory channelsDual Channel
Memory profilesIntel XMP 3.0
ECC supportNon-ECC
BufferingUn-buffered
Storage
SATA ports4 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.2 slotsCPU:
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 25110/22110/2580/2280 PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU)
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2B_CPU)
Chipset:
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2Q_SB)
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2M_SB)
SATA and RAID support0/1/5/10
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek ALC1220
Sound channels7.1 Channels
Connectivity
Maximum network speed5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 802.11 be
Bluetooth support5.4
Ports & slots
PCIe 4.0 x16 slotsChipset:
- 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x4(PCIEX4_1, PCIEX4_2)
Onboard USB headers1 x USB Type-C header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
Power
Power connectors1 × 24-pin ATX main power connector
2 × 8-pin ATX 12 V power connectors
Size & build
Form factorATX
Width and length12.0 in × 9.6 in
Shipping weight2.50 kg
Package size356 × 292 × 89 mm
More details
BIOS1 × 512 Mbit flash
Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0

Questions about this item

How do I install the Intel Core Ultra Series 2 CPU into the LGA 1851 socket without bending pins?

Align the triangle marker on the processor with the socket corner, lower it straight down without force, then secure the retention lever; the pins are in the socket, so keeping the CPU level prevents damage.

What maintenance does the 16+1+2 phase VRM heatsink need over time?

Dust the VRM fins with compressed air every few months and check that the thermal pads still contact the MOSFETs; dried pads should be replaced to keep temperatures stable.

At what point does the DDR5 9466 MT/s memory ceiling limit sustained workloads?

The board tops out at DDR5 9466 MT/s via XMP 3.0, so memory bandwidth caps there; pushing higher requires a different platform.

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