ASROCK Z890 PRO-A WIFI
ASROCK Z890 PRO-A WIFI
The ASRock Z890 PRO-A WIFI motherboard, with its Intel Z890 chipset and LGA 1851 socket, provides an advanced platform for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors. It combines a powerful 16+1+1+1+1 phase power design with Dr.MOS technology, support for DDR5 memory up to 9066MHz, and comprehensive connectivity including Thunderbolt 4 and Wi-Fi 6E. This ATX motherboard is equipped with a PCIe 5.0 slot for graphics cards and an ultra-fast M.2 connector for fifth-generation SSDs, providing a solid foundation for both powerful workstations and gaming rigs.
Intel Z890
Chipset
Intel 1851
Socket
ATX
Format
DDR5
Memory type
4×
Number of RAM slotsKey features of the ASROCK Z890 PRO-A WIFI motherboard
- Support for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors with LGA1851 and Intel 200S Boost technology, achievable via a BIOS update without any hardware replacement
- 16+1+1+1+1 phase power design with Dr.MOS technology and high-capacity 1000uF capacitors ensures stable power delivery and overclocking support
- Four DDR5 slots supporting frequencies up to 9066+MHz via XMP 3.0 profiles, with Memory OC Shield technology to reduce electromagnetic interference
- PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with steel reinforcement and a Blazing M.2 socket with a PCIe Gen5 x4 interface, reaching transfer speeds of up to 128Gb/s, plus three additional M.2 slots with PCIe Gen4 x4
- Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Type-C port with speeds up to 40Gb/s, Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax with 6GHz band support, Dragon 2.5G LAN and a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C port with 20Gb/s speed
Powerful power design and overclocking support
The motherboard uses a robust 16+1+1+1+1 phase power design with Dr.MOS technology, ensuring a stable power supply to the processor even under heavy load. Integrated 1000μF capacitors minimise voltage ripple and increase system stability. The Hi-Density power connectors are designed for higher current loads during overclocking, while the 2oz copper PCB ensures lower temperatures and higher energy efficiency. The board supports the Intel 200S Boost profile, which delivers a significant performance increase for existing Intel Core Ultra processors after a BIOS update.
Memory and storage
Four DDR5 slots support a dual-channel architecture with frequencies up to 9066MHz in overclocked mode and a maximum capacity of 256GB. The Memory OC Shield technology reduces electromagnetic interference and improves stability at high memory frequencies. For storage, there is one Blazing M.2 slot supporting PCIe 5.0 x4, providing transfer speeds of up to 128Gb/s, two Hyper M.2 slots with PCIe 4.0 x4, and one universal M.2 slot supporting both PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA 3. Four SATA 3 connectors allow you to connect traditional hard drives and SSDs. All storage supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configurations.
Cooling and thermal management
Aluminium heatsinks on the power phases and M.2 slots efficiently dissipate heat during demanding tasks. The lower heatsink on the M.2 slot dissipates heat directly through the PCB, maximising SSD performance while maintaining system stability. Eight fan headers with automatic PWM/DC mode detection enable precise cooling control. The Fan-Tastic Tuning feature automatically detects the minimum speed of each fan and lets you easily adjust the fan curve via a visual interface, allowing you to optimally balance cooling performance and system noise.
Port equipment
Storage
- SATA III ports: 4
- M.2 ports: 4
- M.2 Slot - 1× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen5
- M.2 Slot - 3× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen4
- Features: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, RAID 5
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 4
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1: 2
- Internal USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2: 1
- Rear USB 2.0: 4
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1: 2
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2: 1
- Rear USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2: 1
- Rear Thunderbolt 4: 1
Graphics
- HDMI 2.1
- DisplayPort 1.4
- Graphics outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 4
Audio
- Realtek ALC897
- Number of channels: 8.0
- Rear connectors: 3× 3.5mm Jack
Other
- Rear: BIOS switch, CMOS reset, 2× Wi-Fi antenna, RJ-45 (LAN) 2.5Gbps
- Power supply: 24-pin, 2× 8-pin
- Cooling: 6× PWM FAN (4-pin), 1× Water pump (4-pin)
- Internal: Chassis Intrusion Sensor, RGB LED Header (4-pin), Temperature sensors, TPM header
Choosing a motherboard
When choosing a motherboard, it's important to pay close attention to the socket type, form factor, and chipset. These are the most critical parameters that ensure the board is compatible with the processor, expansion cards, and other components. The specific socket determines your choice of processor, while the other connectors will dictate the selection of components for your future computer.Specifications
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Advanced parameters
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