Motherboards

Z890 AORUS XTREME AI TOP

Model Z890 AORUS XTREME AI TOP
Also listed as
Z890 A XTREME AI TOP

Intel Z890 E-ATX motherboard for Socket LGA1851 processors, with 4 DDR5 slots (up to 256 GB) and Wi-Fi 7.

Socket
LGA1851
Chipset
Intel Z890
Form factor
E-ATX
Memory
4 x DDR5, up to 256 GB
Wireless
Wi-Fi 7

Overview

Highlights

  • Supports Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2)
  • Digital twin 22+1+2 phases VRM solution
  • Connectivity: Dual THUNDERBOLT 5 and THUNDERBOLT 4 Type-C with DP-Alt
  • Networking: Dual 10GbE LAN & Wi-Fi 7 & directional Ultra-high gain antenna with RGB
  • D5 Bionic Corsa DDR5 memory tuning
  • AI Perfdrive: Provides optimal and customised BIOS preset profile for users

Platform

Socket
LGA1851
Chipset
Intel Z890
Form factor
E-ATX 30.48 x 30.5 cm
Memory
DDR5
  • 4 DIMM slots
  • Up to 256 GB
  • Up to 9500 MT/s (OC)
Dual channel
Processor support
  • Intel Core Ultra processors
Storage
4 x M.2
  • 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
Fastest M.2 slot: PCIe 5.0 x4
LAN
  • 2 x Marvell AQtion AQC113C 10GbE LAN
Wireless
Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
Power inputs
  • 24-pin ATX
  • 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V

At a glance

Platform
Intel
Socket
LGA1851
Chipset
Z890
Form factor
E-ATX
Memory
DDR5
Wireless
Wi-Fi 7
Series
AI TOP
Full specifications

Specifications

Platform

CPU
LGA1851 socket: Support for Intel Core Ultra ProcessorsL3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset
Intel Z890 Express Chipset
Memory
Support for DDR5 9500(O.C) / 9466(O.C) / 9333(O.C) / 9200(O.C)/ 9066(O.C) / 8933(O.C) /8800(O.C) /8600(O.C) / 8400(O.C) /8266(O.C) / 8200(O.C) / 8000(O.C) / 7950(O.C) / 7900(O.C) / 7800(O.C) / 7600(O.C.) / 7400(O.C.) / 7200(O.C.) / 7000(O.C.) / 6800(O.C.) / 6600(O.C.) / 6400 / 6200 / 6000 / 5800 / 5600MT/s memory modules.4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 256 GB (64 GB single DIMM capacity)of system memoryDual channel memory architectureSupport for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode)Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modulesSupport for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modulesSupport CUDIMM memory module(The CPU and memory configuration may affect the supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules, please refer to "Memory Support List" for more information.)

Graphics and audio

Onboard graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor+Intel Thunderbolt 5 Controller:, 2 x Intel Thunderbolt 5 connectors (USB4 USB Type-C ports), supporting DisplayPort and Thunderbolt video outputs and a maximum resolution of 7680x4320@60 Hz (single display output)* Support for DisplayPort 2.1 version and HDCP 2.3Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel HD Graphics support:, 1 x Front Intel Thunderbolt 4 connector (USB4 USB Type-C port), supporting DisplayPort and Thunderbolt video outputsWhen a Thunderbolt monitor is installed, the maximum resolution supported is 5120x2880@60 Hz with 24 bpp (single display output).When a USB4 USB Type-C monitor is installed, the maximum resolution supported is 3840x2160@240 Hz (single display output).* Support for DisplayPort 2.1 version and HDCP 2.3
Audio
1 ESS ES9280AC DAC chip+2 ESS ES9080 chipsDTS Sound UnboundHigh Definition Audio2-channelSupport for S/PDIF Out* The line out jack and the optical S/PDIF out connector can only be used one at a time.

Networking

LAN
2 x Marvell AQtion AQC113C 10GbE LAN chips (10 Gbps/5 Gbps/2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/ 100 Mbps)
Wireless communication module
Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200NGW to 802.11a, b, g, n, ac, ax, be, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bands, BLUETOOTH 5.4, Support for 11be 320MHz wireless standard(Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment.)* Wi-Fi 7 features require Windows 11 SV3 to function properly. (There is no support driver for Windows 10.)** Wi-Fi 7 channels on 6 GHz band availability depends on individual country's regulations

Expansion and storage

Expansion slots
CPU:, 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x16 (PCIEX16)* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot., 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x8 (PCIEX8)* The PCIEX8 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16 slot. When the PCIEX8 slot is populated, the PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x8 mode.* The PCIEX16 and PCIEX8 slots can only support a graphics card or an NVMe SSD.Chipset:, 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x4 (PCIEX4)* The PCIEX4 slot shares bandwidth with M2L_SB connector. The PCIEX4 slot becomes unavailable when a device is installed in the M2L_SB connector.
Storage interface
CPU:, 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 25110/22110/2580/2280 PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU) 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 25110/22110/2580/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2B_CPU)Chipset:, 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2M_SB) 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2L_SB) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectorsRAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for NVMe SSD storage devicesRAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices

Ports and connectors

USB
Chipset+Intel Thunderbolt 5 Controller:, 2 x Intel Thunderbolt 5 (USB Type-C) ports on the back panel*Support up to 80Gbps with Thunderbolt devices*Support up to 40Gbps with USB4 devices*Support up to 20Gbps with USB 3.2 devicesCPU:, 1 x USB4 USB Type-C port onboard 1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support, available through the internal USB headerChipset:, 1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support, available through the internal USB header 6 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panelChipset+1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Hub:, 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panelChipset+1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub:, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB headerChipset+1 USB 2.0 Hub:, 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers
Internal I/O connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors1 x CPU fan header1 x CPU fan/water cooling pump header1 x system fan header1 x system fan extension cable header (can extend three system fan headers through one cable)1 x system fan/water cooling pump extension cable header (can extend three system fan/water cooling pump headers through one cable)1 x noise detection header1 x integrated extension cable header for addressable RGB Gen2 LED strips and RGB LED strips (can extend four addressable RGB Gen2 LED strip headers and one RGB LED strip header through one cable)4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors4 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors1 x front panel header1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Note) connector (USB4 USB Type-C port)2 x USB Type-C headers, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header1 x integrated extension cable header for system fan/water cooling pump and USB 2.0/1.1 headers (can extend one system fan/water cooling pump header and two USB 2.0/1.1 headers through one cable)1 x power button1 x reset button1 x Clear CMOS button2 x temperature sensor headers(Note) Actual support may vary by CPU.
Back panel connectors
1 x Q-Flash Plus button1 x OC Ignition button2 x Intel Thunderbolt 5(Note) connectors (USB Type-C ports)10 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)2 x RJ-45 ports2 x antenna connectors (2T2R)2 x audio jacks1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector(Note) Please use a processor with integrated graphics support to ensure full Thunderbolt functionality.
I/O controller
iTE I/O Controller Chip

Firmware and software

H/W monitoring
Voltage detectionTemperature detectionFan speed detectionWater cooling flow rate detectionFan fail warningFan speed control* Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install.Noise detection
BIOS
1 x 256 Mbit flashUse of licensed AMI UEFI BIOSPnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique features
Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC)Support for Q-FlashSupport for Q-Flash PlusSupport for Smart Backup
Bundle software
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)LAN bandwidth management software
Operating system
Support for Windows 11 64-bit (version 24H2 or later)

Board

Form factor
E-ATX Form Factor; 30.48cm x 30.5cm

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's published information and may change. Confirm critical values with our sales desk before ordering.

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Platform and pairing

Processor and memory

Supplied by brand rather than listed by model. Name the part you need in your enquiry.

Graphics cards

A spread of current cards, from top tier to entry level. Each card page lists its length and recommended power supply.

Power supplies

Ratings from 400 W to 3000 W. This board's power inputs: 24-pin ATX and 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V. Size the supply to the recommended PSU of the graphics card you fit.

CPU coolers for LGA1851

Coolers whose specifications list socket LGA1851.

  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE GME 240

    GIGABYTE

    GAMING 240

    GP-GIGABYTE GME 240

    • 240 mm
    • 2 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details
  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE GME 240I

    GIGABYTE

    GAMING 240 ICE

    GP-GIGABYTE GME 240I

    • 240 mm
    • 2 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details
  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE EAGLE 360

    GIGABYTE

    EAGLE 360

    GP-GIGABYTE EAGLE 360

    • 360 mm
    • 3 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details

Cabinets for E-ATX boards

Cabinets whose specifications list E-ATX motherboard support.

  • GIGABYTE AC500G

    GIGABYTE

    AORUS C500 GLASS

    AC500G

    • Mid Tower
    • Up to E-ATX
    • 4 x 120 mm ARGB
    View details
  • GIGABYTE GB-C301G

    GIGABYTE

    C301 GLASS

    GB-C301G

    • Mid Tower
    • Up to E-ATX
    • 4 x 120 mm ARGB
    View details
  • GIGABYTE GB-C301G W

    GIGABYTE

    C301 GLASS WHITE

    GB-C301G W

    • Mid Tower
    • Up to E-ATX
    • 4 x 120 mm ARGB
    View details

Parts to plan with this motherboard

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Support

Warranty and repairs

Warranty is as per GIGABYTE’s terms for this model. For products bought from us, call our service team with the invoice number, the model and the product’s serial number.

From GIGABYTE

Practical notes

  1. Update the BIOS only from the official support page, following the brand’s instructions.
  2. Check the CPU support list for the BIOS version before buying a processor.
  3. Install chipset, LAN and audio drivers from the official support page.

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