ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 APEX DDR5 ATX Motherboard, LGA1851 Socket, Intel Z890 Chipset, 2x DIMM Slots upto 9600+MT/s (OC), 2x PCIE 5.0 x16 Slots, 6x M.2 (5.0/4.0) - 4x SATA, WIFI7 - BT, USB Type-C/A, ROG SupremeFX 7.1, Max 128GB.

Introduction

The ROG Maximus Z890 Apex is a premier ATX motherboard built on the Intel Z890 chipset and LGA 1851 socket, designed for enthusiasts and overclockers leveraging Intel’s Core Ultra Series 2 (Arrow Lake-S) CPUs. Engineered for extreme performance, it offers select DDR5 overclocking, PCIe 5.0, multiple high-speed storage options, and elite connectivity in a bold silver-white aesthetic.

Chipset & CPU Support

Featuring the cutting-edge Intel Z890 chipset and LGA 1851 socket, this board fully supports the latest Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors, including Turbo Boost 2.0 and Max Technology 3.0.

Power Design

Boasts a **robust 22 + 1 + 2 + 2-phase** power delivery system with high-current Smart Power Stages (110A/90A/80A), fortified by ProCool II connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes, and durable capacitors—ensuring rock-solid stability under extreme conditions.

Memory

Supports up to **96–128 GB DDR5** across two DIMM slots, with overclocking capabilities up to **9600+ MT/s** (OC). Includes support for CUDIMM modules and advanced ROG memory enhancements like DIMM Fit, DIMM Flex, and AEMP III.

Expansion & Storage

Offers exceptional expandability: two full-length **PCIe 5.0 ×16 slots**, one PCIe 4.0 ×4 slot, and two additional PCIe 4.0 ×4 connections via the exclusive ROG DIMM.2 expansion card. Onboard storage includes **three M.2 PCIe 5.0 slots**, one PCIe 4.0 slot, and two more on the DIMM.2 module—all covered with PowerBoost cooling.

Networking & Wireless

Equipped with **Wi-Fi 7**, Bluetooth 5.4, and high-speed **5 GbE LAN**, delivering top-tier wireless and wired networking performance.

Connectivity & I/O

Features include dual **Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports**, multiple USB Gen 2×2 and Gen 2 Type-A ports, front-panel USB Type-C with 20 Gb/s support (with QC4+), BIOS Flashback and CMOS clear buttons, plus rich audio and display output options.

Cooling & Build Features

Premium cooling includes integrated I/O and VRM armor, extensive heatsinks with thermal pads, M.2 Shield Frozr, and a unique memory fan bracket. The board also incorporates ASUS’s AI-driven tuning technologies—AI OC, AI Cooling II, and AI Networking II—for seamless performance optimization.

Benefits

From elite overclocking capability, future-ready expansion, ultra-fast storage, and connectivity, to intelligent AI tuning—this board is the ultimate foundation for high-octane gaming, content creation, and AI workloads, all wrapped in an iconic ROG design.