Motherboard ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI LGA1851

ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI is an ATX motherboard for the new LGA 1851 socket, aimed at mid- to high-end gaming and enthusiast configurations. It is based on the Intel Z890 chipset and supports Intel Core Ultra processors, opening the door to the next generation of Intel platforms. With DDR5 memory, up to 192 GB, and aggressive frequencies up to 9066MHz+(OC), the board is ready for heavy gaming and productivity. The built-in Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and 2.5Gb LAN provide you with a modern networking package without the need for additional cards.

What you get

With four M.2 slots, one of which is PCIe 5.0 x4, you can install a fast system NVMe drive and several more for gaming, working on large projects, or storage. The other M.2 slots are PCIe 4.0 x4 (one with an option for SATA), so you can easily combine different speed and budget SSDs. The classic PCIe 5.0 x16 slot is for your main GPU and is ready to handle next-generation graphics cards without limiting them by interface. The four SATA3 ports with RAID 0/1/5/10 allow you to connect arrays for reliability or speed – useful for archiving, media libraries, or working files. The audio with Realtek ALC1220P 7.1 provides much better quality than the most basic solutions, so for gaming and movies, you can comfortably skip an additional sound card.

• Support for Intel Core Ultra processors on the LGA 1851 socket – a ready platform for the new generation of Intel CPUs.
• Intel Z890 chipset with rich overclocking and configuration options for PCIe, memory, and storage.
• 4 DDR5 slots with dual-channel mode, up to 192 GB, and frequencies up to 9066MHz+(OC) for a combination of capacity and high bandwidth.
• A total of 4 x M.2 slots, including one PCIe 5.0 x4 (2280/22110) and several PCIe 4.0 x4, plus one M.2 with PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA for maximum flexibility with SSDs.
• 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s with support for RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 for fast arrays or reliable data storage.
• Expansion options with 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 for GPU, 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4), 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4, and 2 x PCIe 4.0 x1 for additional cards.
• Modern networking connectivity: Wi‑Fi 7 (802.11be), Bluetooth 5.4, and Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet for high speed and low latency.
• Quality built-in audio with Realtek ALC1220P 7.1 High Definition CODEC for cleaner sound in games, movies, and voice communication.
• Reliable power supply through 1 x 24-pin main and 2 x 8-pin CPU connectors, suitable for more powerful processors and overclocking.

Who it is suitable for

This motherboard is a good foundation for gaming and creative configurations with Intel Core Ultra – 1440p/4K gaming, video processing, 3D work, and heavy multitasking. It is suitable if you want a lot of fast storage, strong networking connectivity, and plan to use the platform for a long time with upgrades along the way. If you are looking for a completely budget build or do not need PCIe 5.0 and Wi‑Fi 7, it may be more than you need.

The combination of LGA 1851 + Z890, high OC potential DDR5, four M.2 slots (including PCIe 5.0), and modern networking makes the TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI a stable base for a serious and long-term build.