- General Information
- Manufacturer
- ASUS Computer International
- Manufacturer Website Address
- http://uk.asus.com
- Brand Name
- Asus ROG
- Product Line
- Maximus Z890 Apex
- Product Type
- Gaming Desktop Motherboard
ROG Maximus Z890 APEX
The ROG Maximus Z890 Apex fully supports Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2). Precision-engineered for supreme overclocking, it carries the legacy of the series forward into a new generation. With exceptional power delivery and a two-slot DDR5 memory layout, overclockers can meet and exceed their ambitions for record-breaking CPU and memory performance. For those who favor lighter colors for the aesthetics of their build, the ROG Maximus Z890 Apex features a cobble-gray surface, polished metallic accents, sleek contours and a predominantly silver palette.
AI NETWORKING II
AI Networking II combines intelligent technologies to continuously optimize network performance, provide trustworthy and seamless connectivity, and unleash the full speed of WiFi 7.
AI OVERCLOCKING
Tuning is now faster and smarter than ever before.
AI COOLING II
Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click.
ASUS AI ADVISOR
Using AI technology to understand natural-language questions or scenario descriptions, ASUS AI Advisor allows users to explore the functionality and advanced features of ASUS motherboards in a simple and straightforward way.
Performance OVERCLOCKING | NPU BOOST
The integrated NPU in Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) efficiently accelerates AI workflows - and NPU Boost lets you do more with it. This BIOS feature overclocks the NPU with just one click, increasing performance by up to 24%.
Performance MEMORY | DDR5 DOMINATION
Thanks to improved signal routing, now enthusiast-grade kits can be driven beyond the 9 GT/s mark on the ROG Maximus Z890 Apex.
DIMM FIT
DIMM Fit is an ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature that precisely analyzes individual memory modules to optimize performance and pinpoint potential issues.
AEMP III
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III) is an advanced firmware feature that empowers users to achieve unparalleled memory performance with cutting-edge CUDIMM memory.
DIMM FLEX
DIMM Flex employs specialized circuitry that can boost performance or address potential stability issues, depending on temperature readings.
- Warranty
- Limited Warranty
- 3 Year
- Technical Information
- AI-powered
- Yes
- Processor & Chipset
- Chipset Manufacturer
- Intel
- Chipset Model
- Z890
- Total Processor Supported
- 1
- Processor Socket
- Socket LGA-1851
- Processor Supported
- Core Ultra
- Memory
- Number of Memory Slots
- 2
- Memory Form Factor
- DIMM
- UDIMM
- Maximum Memory Supported
- 96 GB
- Memory Technology
- DDR5 SDRAM
- Memory Speed Supported
- 9600 MHz
- Error Checking
- ECC
- I/O Controller
- Controller Type
- Serial ATA/600
- RAID Supported
- Yes
- RAID Levels
- 0
- 1
- 5
- 10
- Video
- Onboard Video
- CPU Dependent Video
- Audio
- Audio Channels
- 7.1
- Network & Communication
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Bluetooth Standard
- Bluetooth 5.4
- Gigabit Ethernet
- Yes
- Wireless LAN
- Yes
- Wireless LAN Standard
- IEEE 802.11be
- I/O Expansions
- Total Number of Expansion Slots
- 4
- PCI Express Standard
- PCI Express 4.0
- PCI Express 5.0
- Total Number of PCI Express Slots
- 4
- Number of PCI Express x4 Slots
- 2
- Number of PCI Express x16 Slots
- 2
- Interfaces/Ports
- Total Number of USB Ports
- 11
- S/PDIF
- Yes
- VGA
- Yes
- DisplayPort
- Yes
- Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports
- 1
- Thunderbolt
- Yes
- Number of Thunderbolt 4 Ports
- 2
- Onboard Interfaces
- Number of SATA Interfaces
- 4
- Number of M.2 Interfaces
- 6
- Total Number of Onboard USB Ports
- 10
- Number of Onboard USB 2.0 Ports
- 4
- Physical Characteristics
- Color Family
- Dual Colour
- Product Color
- Black
- White
- Form Factor
- ATX
- Width
- 305 mm
- Depth
- 244 mm
- Miscellaneous
- Package Contents
- MAXIMUS Z890 APEX Desktop Motherboard
- 1 x ROG DIMM.2 with heatsink
- 1 x M.2 pad for ROG DIMM.2
- 2 x M.2 screw package for ROG DIMM.2
- 1 x Thermal pad for M.2 22110
- 1 x ROG Memory Fan Kit
- 1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
- 1 x Q-connector
- 1 x ROG VIP card
- 3 x M.2 Q-Slide package
- 5 x M.2 backplate rubber packages
- 1 x ROG Bottle Opener
- 1 x USB drive with utilities and drivers
- 1 x Quick start guide
- Brand Compatibility
- Intel
- Environmental Compliance
- Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
- China Restriction of Hazardous Substances (China RoHS)
- Taiwan Restriction of Hazardous Substances (Taiwan RoHS)
- Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)