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GIGABYTE

GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS PRO ICE Intel motherboard

SKU CH-J5VQ-288ZV MPN Z890 AORUS PRO ICE

ATX motherboard for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors with LGA 1851 socket, DDR5 memory up to 256GB, PCIe 5.0, five M.2 slots, dual Thunderbolt 4, WIFI7 and 5GbE LAN

  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
  • ChipsetIntel Z890
  • Form factorATX
  • CPU socketLGA 1851
  • Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
  • Supported memoryDDR5 5600 / DDR5 5800 / DDR5 6000 / DDR5 6200 / DDR5 6400 /

Model Z890 AORUS PRO ICE

  • Supports Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors via LGA 1851 socket
  • Four DDR5 slots reach 256 GB with XMP 3.0 profiles
  • 16+1+2 phase VRM with 90 A smart power stages
  • Five M.2 slots plus PCIe 5.0 x16 for fast storage and graphics
  • Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports plus WIFI7 and 5 GbE LAN

Z890 chipset for Intel Core Ultra Series 2

The GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS PRO ICE is an ATX motherboard built around the Intel Z890 chipset for LGA 1851 processors. It targets enthusiasts assembling high-performance systems with DDR5 memory and expansive storage. Four memory slots support up to 256 GB capacity. Five M.2 sockets and four SATA 6 Gb/s ports provide dense drive connectivity.

Verify LGA 1851 CPU and DDR5 memory compatibility

Confirm the processor is an Intel Core Ultra Series 2 model for the LGA 1851 socket before purchase. The board accepts DDR5 modules only, with XMP 3.0 profiles ranging from 5600 to 9500 MT/s when overclocked. Ensure the power supply can feed the 16+1+2 phase 90 A power stage. Check case clearance for the VRM Thermal Armor and M.2 Thermal Guard heatsinks.

Sustained load thermal management via VRM

Under prolonged workloads the 16+1+2 phase VRM with 90 A smart power stages distributes current evenly across the VRM Thermal Armor. Each of the five M.2 slots is covered by an M.2 Thermal Guard to throttle NAND temperatures during continuous read and write cycles. The 5 GbE LAN and WIFI7 controllers maintain stable throughput without thermal throttling during extended transfers.

How it compares

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Price $327.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameGIGABYTE
Product lineAORUS
Model nameZ890 AORUS PRO ICE
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
CPU socketLGA 1851
ChipsetIntel Z890
Memory
Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
Supported memoryDDR5 5600 / DDR5 5800 / DDR5 6000 / DDR5 6200 / DDR5 6400 / DDR5 6600 / DDR5 6800 / DDR5 7000 / DDR5 7200 / DDR5 7400 / DDR5 7600 / DDR5 7800 / DDR5 7900 / DDR5 7950 / DDR5 8000 / DDR5 8200 / DDR5 8266 / DDR5 8400 / DDR5 8600 / DDR5 8800 / DDR5 8933 / DDR5 9066 / DDR5 9200 / DDR5 9466 / DDR5 9500
Max supported RAM256 GB
Memory profilesIntel XMP 3.0
Storage
SATA ports4 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.2 slots5 x M.2
SATA and RAID support0/1/0+1/5/10
Audio & video
Sound channels7.1 Channels
Connectivity
Maximum network speed5 Gbit/s
Wi-Fi standardWIFI7
Ports & slots
PCIe 5.0 x16 slots1 x PCI Express 5.0 x16
PCIe 4.0 x16 slots2 x PCI Express 4.0 x16
Rear panel ports1 x LAN (RJ45) / 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out / 2 x Audio Jacks / 2 x Thunderbolt 4 / 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A / 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 / 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Size & build
Form factorATX
Shipping weight2.31 kg
Package size334 × 269 × 83 mm
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportSupported

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Questions about this item

What comes in the box with the GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS PRO ICE and do I need to buy a CPU cooler separately?

The motherboard ships with the board itself, an I/O shield, Wi-Fi antennas, SATA cables and mounting screws. A compatible LGA 1851 CPU cooler must be purchased separately.

Which DDR5 speed should I pick for the Z890 AORUS PRO ICE from the supported 5600 to 9500 MT/s range?

Any DDR5 kit within the listed 5600–9500 MT/s range works. For stability choose a kit rated at 6000 or 6400 MT/s with XMP 3.0; higher speeds require strong cooling and a capable CPU.

What does the 256 GB maximum memory figure mean when I populate all four DDR5 slots?

You can install up to 256 GB total using four 64 GB DDR5 modules. Each slot accepts up to 64 GB, so the 256 GB limit is reached only when all four slots are filled.

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