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ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI vs GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 PLUS
Product A: ASUS
69 of 78 known
MSI MAG Z890 TOMAHAWK WIFI II
MSI Z890 GAMING PLUS WIFI6E
ASRock B860 Challenger WiFi
GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
GIGABYTE Z890 GAMING X WIFI7
ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI
MSI MAG Z890 TOMAHAWK WIFI
ASRock Z890 Riptide WiFi
ASRock Z890 LiveMixer WiFi
ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-F GAMING WIFI
GIGABYTE B860 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
ASUS TUF GAMING B860-PLUS WIFI
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MSI MAG Z890 TOMAHAWK WIFI II
MSI Z890 GAMING PLUS WIFI6E
ASRock B860 Challenger WiFi
GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
GIGABYTE Z890 GAMING X WIFI7
ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI
MSI MAG Z890 TOMAHAWK WIFI
ASRock Z890 Riptide WiFi
ASRock Z890 LiveMixer WiFi
ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-F GAMING WIFI
GIGABYTE B860 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
ASUS TUF GAMING B860-PLUS WIFIProduct B: GIGABYTE
70 of 78 known
ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-F GAMING WIFI
ASUS ProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI
ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI
MSI MPG Z890 CARBON WIFI
GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS MASTER
MSI MAG Z890 TOMAHAWK WIFI
ASRock Z890 Riptide WiFi
GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
ASRock Z890 LiveMixer WiFi
GIGABYTE Z890 GAMING X WIFI7
ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO
ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI
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ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-F GAMING WIFI
ASUS ProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI
ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI
MSI MPG Z890 CARBON WIFI
GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS MASTER
MSI MAG Z890 TOMAHAWK WIFI
ASRock Z890 Riptide WiFi
GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7
ASRock Z890 LiveMixer WiFi
GIGABYTE Z890 GAMING X WIFI7
ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO
ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI30 of 70 fields differ
- 25 different values
- 5 known for one only
- 37 the same
- 3 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 87 motherboards.
- Rear USB-C portsA: 3B: 1ASUS is 3 times higher.
- Ethernet speedA: 2.5GbpsB: 5GbpsGIGABYTE is 2.5 Gbps higher.
- Fan headersA: 8B: 6ASUS has 2 more.
- M.2 slotsA: 5B: 4ASUS has 1 more.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AASUS: 244 × 305 mm
- BGIGABYTE: 244 × 305 mm
All 78 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI, 90MB1I90-M0AAY0, 90MB1I90-M0EAY01Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 15 October 2026The spec page names only the model. The part numbers come from the ASUS US eShop (90MB1I90-M0AAY0) and EU retailers (90MB1I90-M0EAY0).9Retailer pageeshop.asus.com/us/90mb1i90-m0aay0-rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi.htmlRead 15 October 2026Part Number 90MB1I90-M0AAY0.10Retailer pagecustompc.com.cy/components/motherboards/intel-motherboards/asus-rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi-mainboard-socket-lga-1851-intel-z890-atx-ddr5Read 15 October 2026Part number 90MB1I90-M0EAY0.
Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 PLUS, Z890 A ELITE WIFI7 P9Retailer pagekomputronik.pl/product/1013368/plyta-glowna-gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-p.htmlRead 15 October 2026Manufacturer code Z890 A ELITE WIFI7 P.10Retailer pagecomparateur-gamer.fr/prix/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-4719331880798Read 15 October 2026Reference Z890 A ELITE WIFI7 P.12Retailer pageparadigit.ie/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus/21986014/productRead 15 October 2026Product number manufacturer: Z890 A ELITE WIFI7 P.
GTIN / EAN
4711387758830, 19710575883410Retailer pagecustompc.com.cy/components/motherboards/intel-motherboards/asus-rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi-mainboard-socket-lga-1851-intel-z890-atx-ddr5Read 15 October 2026custompc.com.cy lists EAN 4711387758830 for part number 90MB1I90-M0EAY0.12Spec databasebuildcores.com/products/Motherboard/p2j5jubrv/Asus-ROG-STRIX-Z890-A-GAMING-WIFI-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026BuildCores lists UPC 197105758834 and EAN 4711387758830 for the board, with release year 2024 and a white colour. The UPC is not tied to a part number on the page, so no variant row is made for it.
47193318807989Retailer pagekomputronik.pl/product/1013368/plyta-glowna-gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-p.htmlRead 15 October 2026Lists EAN 4719331880798 for manufacturer code Z890 A ELITE WIFI7 P.10Retailer pagecomparateur-gamer.fr/prix/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-4719331880798Read 15 October 2026Lists EAN 4719331880798.11Retailer pageawd-it.co.uk/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-lga-1851-z890-atx-motherboard-ddr5-wifi-7.htmlRead 15 October 2026Lists EAN 4719331880798.
Announced
Not available
9 March 20266Press articleprofesionalreview.com/2026/03/09/gigabyte-presenta-sus-nuevas-placas-base-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-y-z890-eagle-wifi7-plus/ampRead 15 October 2026Article of 2026-03-09 on GIGABYTE introducing the Z890 AORUS Elite WiFi7 Plus and Z890 Eagle WiFi7 Plus that weekend. GIGABYTE's own press release was not readable.7Press articleoverclocking.com/gigabyte-annonce-ses-z890-aorus-elite-wifi-7-plus-et-z890-eagle-wifi7-plusRead 15 October 2026Article of 2026-03-09: GIGABYTE announces two new motherboards.
Status
Available3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review's price table lists the board at Newegg, Walmart, Amazon and Best Buy.8Retailer pagejib.co.th/web/product/readProduct/87423/46/MAINBOARD--%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C%E0%B8%94--GIGABYTE-Z890-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-PLUS--REV-1-0----INTEL-SOCKET-1851-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026The listing shows a price of 8,490 THB on 2026-10-15.
Predecessor
Not available
GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI72Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026Review of 2026-05-25: the Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 PLUS is a revision of the non-PLUS board that improves the network controller and adds an Ultra Turbo mode. The non-PLUS board is the catalog's Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7.7Press articleoverclocking.com/gigabyte-annonce-ses-z890-aorus-elite-wifi-7-plus-et-z890-eagle-wifi7-plusRead 15 October 2026They are refreshes of existing models, built to take the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus and Core Ultra 7 270K Plus.
Successor
Not available
Not available
Launch price (US)
$269.993Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review calls the board a mid-range offering at $269.99 and shows $289.99 struck out next to $269.99 in its price table. CGMagazine labels $269.99 as the MSRP. US price, excl. sales tax.5Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboardRead 15 October 2026Review of 2026-08-08. The header says MSRP $269.99.
Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
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Segment
Board revision
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Platform
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CPU socket
Chipset
Supported processors
CPU overclocking
Yes3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review says you can overclock the CPU on the board and describes the Ultra Turbo modes in the BIOS.6Press articleprofesionalreview.com/2026/03/09/gigabyte-presenta-sus-nuevas-placas-base-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-y-z890-eagle-wifi7-plus/ampRead 15 October 2026Ultra Turbo Mode is an automated overclocking system that applies frequency and voltage settings on top of Intel 200S Boost, for unlocked K and KF processors.
Board
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Form factor
Board dimensions
PCB layers
Not available
Back-connect design
RGB lighting on the board
Yes2Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026The VRM heatsink name now has lighting.3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Aorus branding on the top left VRM heatsink is RGB backlit and a couple of RGB LEDs sit under the chipset heatsink. Controlled by Gigabyte Control Center and RGB Fusion.7Press articleoverclocking.com/gigabyte-annonce-ses-z890-aorus-elite-wifi-7-plus-et-z890-eagle-wifi7-plusRead 15 October 2026The card has a small touch of RGB under the chipset heatsink.
Power delivery
3 of 6 differ
Power stage layout
16+1+22Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026The box highlights 16 digital phases with 8+8 in parallel, a slight cut against the non-PLUS board.3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026A total of 19 phases with 16 dedicated to Vcore, which fits the maker's 16+1+2.5Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboardRead 15 October 2026GIGABYTE pairs the platform with a 16+1+2 twin digital power design.6Press articleprofesionalreview.com/2026/03/09/gigabyte-presenta-sus-nuevas-placas-base-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-y-z890-eagle-wifi7-plus/ampRead 15 October 2026The AORUS Elite has a 16+1+2 phase VRM.8Retailer pagejib.co.th/web/product/readProduct/87423/46/MAINBOARD--%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C%E0%B8%94--GIGABYTE-Z890-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-PLUS--REV-1-0----INTEL-SOCKET-1851-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026The shop copies GIGABYTE's feature text: Twin 16+1+2 phase digital VRM.
CPU core (Vcore) power stages
Vcore power stage rating
60A3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review reads 16 OnSemi NCP302155 60A SPS stages and writes 960 A in total. The maker's 60A DrMOS figure is in the Profesional Review launch article.5Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboardRead 15 October 2026The review writes 60A DrMOS stages for the VRM section.6Press articleprofesionalreview.com/2026/03/09/gigabyte-presenta-sus-nuevas-placas-base-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-y-z890-eagle-wifi7-plus/ampRead 15 October 2026The 16+1+2 phase VRM has 60 A DrMOS.
VRM controller
CPU power connectors
Extra slot power connector
Memory
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Memory type
Memory slots
Max memory
Max memory speed (overclocked)
9,466MT/s1Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/p2/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026Support up to DDR5 9466+ MT/s (OC). The copy names no CPU family. The CPU and memory configuration may affect the supported speed. Tom's text writes 9,666 once, which is a typo against 9466 on every other page.5Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboardRead 15 October 2026The motherboard lists support up to DDR5-9466 MT/s.8Retailer pagejib.co.th/web/product/readProduct/87423/46/MAINBOARD--%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C%E0%B8%94--GIGABYTE-Z890-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-PLUS--REV-1-0----INTEL-SOCKET-1851-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026The speed list ends at 9466 (OC).
ECC memory
No1Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/p2/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026Support Non-ECC, Un-buffered, Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM). Paradigit lists ECC compatibility as non-ECC.12Retailer pageparadigit.ie/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus/21986014/productRead 15 October 2026ECC compatibility: non-ECC.
CUDIMM support
Expansion slots
2 of 3 differ
Expansion slots
AASUS ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI
| Physical slot | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Connected to | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 5 | CPU | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | 1 |
Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 15 October 2026Core Ultra Series 2: 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot. Z890 chipset: 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode). The manual layout shows two slots, PCIEX16(G5) and PCIEX16(G4).3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/LGA1851/ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26409_ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_V2_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Layout: PCIEX16(G5) and PCIEX16(G4). The Thunderbolt add-in card note says it must go in the PCIEX16(G4) slot.
BGIGABYTE Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 PLUS
| Physical slot | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Connected to | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 5 | CPU | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | 2 |
Full-length PCIe slots
2
3
Fastest PCIe x16 slot generation
5
5
Storage
2 of 4 differ
M.2 storage slots
AASUS ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI
| Slot | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Connected to | Longest drive | Takes SATA drives | Heatsink |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2_1 | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 22110 | No | Yes |
| M.2_2 | 4 | 4 | CPU | M.2 2280 | No | Yes |
| M.2_3 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | Yes |
| M.2_4 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 22110 | No | Yes |
| M.2_5 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | Yes | Yes |
Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 15 October 2026Core Ultra Series 2: M.2_1 type 2242/2260/2280/22110 at PCIe 5.0 x4 and M.2_2 type 2280 at PCIe 4.0 x4. Z890 chipset: M.2_3 type 2280 at PCIe 4.0 x4, M.2_4 type 2280/22110 at PCIe 4.0 x4 and M.2_5 type 2242/2260/2280 at PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA modes. A 2260 slot is stored as 2280. Only M.2_5 lists a SATA mode. The full slot list shows the other four without one, so their sata cell is false. The page names no lane sharing, and Tom's Hardware says the configuration does not change whatever is connected. The Special Features list names M.2 heatsinks and a backplate. The overview lists 4 x M.2 Heatsinks and says heatsinks cover every slot, so every slot is stored with a heatsink. M.2 slots from the CPU support RAID 0/1/5 only.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifiRead 15 October 2026Overview: 5 x M.2 slots, 1 x M.2 22110 at PCIe 5.0 x4, 1 x M.2 22110 and 2 x M.2 2280 at PCIe 4.0 x4 and 1 x M.2 2280 at PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA. 4 x M.2 Heatsinks. Heatsinks cover every slot.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/LGA1851/ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26409_ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_V2_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications summary and layout note: M.2_1 to M.2_5 as on the specification page. M.2 slots from the CPU only support RAID 0/1/5.
BGIGABYTE Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 PLUS
| Slot | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Connected to | Longest drive | Takes SATA drives | Heatsink |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2A_CPU | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 22110 | No | Yes |
| M2B_CPU | 4 | 4 | CPU | M.2 22110 | No | Yes |
| M2Q_SB | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 22110 | No | Yes |
| M2M_SB | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 22110 | Yes | Yes |
Source1Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/p2/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026CPU: M2A_CPU (Socket 3, M key, type 25110/22110/2280, PCIe 5.0 x4/x2) and M2B_CPU (type 22110/2280, PCIe 4.0 x4/x2). Chipset: M2Q_SB (type 22110/2280, PCIe 4.0 x4/x2) and M2M_SB (type 22110/2280, SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2). 25110 is stored as 22110. Only M2M_SB lists SATA. Tom's Hardware's text says the three lower sockets all run through the chipset, which the spec copy contradicts for M2B_CPU. The spec copy is stored. Tom's and CGMagazine say the board has no lane sharing, so shares_lanes_with is empty.3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026The top socket has its own small heatsink and the three below share one heatsink. The bottom socket M2M_SB also supports SATA SSDs.8Retailer pagejib.co.th/web/product/readProduct/87423/46/MAINBOARD--%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C%E0%B8%94--GIGABYTE-Z890-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-PLUS--REV-1-0----INTEL-SOCKET-1851-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026The shop copies the same four M.2 lines as the spec page, with M2A_CPU listed for 25110/22110/2580/2280 and the others for 22110/2280.
M.2 slots
5
4
PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots
1
1
Rear ports
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Rear ports
AASUS ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI
| Type | Version | Count | Max link rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | Power out (W) | DP Alt Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB4 | 2 | 40 | Thunderbolt 4 | 15 | Yes |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | 10 | Not available | 30 | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 5 | 10 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 2 | 5 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| DisplayPort | DisplayPort 1.4 | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 2.5 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 2 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Optical S/PDIF | Not available | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
BGIGABYTE Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 PLUS
| Type | Version | Count | Max link rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB4 | 1 | 40 | USB4 | Yes |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 2 | 10 | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 3 | 5 | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 4 | 0.48 | Not available | Not available |
| DisplayPort | DisplayPort 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 5 | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 2 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Optical S/PDIF | Not available | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Source1Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/p2/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026Back panel connectors: 1 x USB4 Type-C port (DisplayPort), 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (red), 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 4 x USB 2.0/1.1, 1 x DisplayPort, 1 x RJ-45, 2 x audio jacks, 1 x optical S/PDIF out, 2 antenna connectors. The Type-C port shows DisplayPort video from the CPU's graphics, up to 3840x2160 at 144 Hz, with DisplayPort 2.1. The USB4 rate of 40 Gbps comes from Tom's Hardware. The 5 Gbps LAN rate comes from the LAN row (5 Gbps/2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps). No USB power output is stated. The buttons are not ports.3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Rear I/O: one USB4 (40 Gbps) Type-C port that the review says is USB4 and not Thunderbolt 4, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), three USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) and four USB 2.0 ports, a DisplayPort 2.1 output, the Realtek 5 GbE port and an audio stack with two 3.5 mm jacks and S/PDIF out.
Rear USB ports
10
10
Rear USB-C ports
3
1
Fastest rear USB port
40Gbps
40Gbps
Thunderbolt
Yes
No
Internal connectors
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Internal USB headers
AASUS ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI
| Header | Max data rate (Gbps) | Headers | Front ports served | Power out (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C header | 20 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| USB 3 header (19-pin) | 5 | 1 | 2 | Not available |
| USB 2.0 header (9-pin) | 0.48 | 2 | 4 | Not available |
Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 15 October 2026Front USB (Total 7 ports): 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C), 1 x USB 5Gbps header for 2 additional ports and 2 x USB 2.0 headers for 4 additional ports. The footnote on the Type-C connector says power delivery output 5V/3.0A, stored as 15 W. Tom's Hardware prints 30 W PD/PPS for this connector in its table. The maker figure is used. The Thunderbolt (USB4) header is for an add-in card and has no row here.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/LGA1851/ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26409_ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_V2_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Layout contents 8 to 10: the USB 20Gbps Type-C front panel connector, the USB 5Gbps header and the USB 2.0 header.
BGIGABYTE Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 PLUS
| Header | Max data rate (Gbps) | Headers | Front ports served |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C header | 10 | 1 | 1 |
| USB 3 header (19-pin) | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| USB 2.0 header (9-pin) | 0.48 | Not available | 4 |
Source1Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/p2/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026Internal list: 1 x USB Type-C header with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support (10 Gbps), 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header and USB 2.0/1.1 headers. The USB list says 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (3 on the back panel, 2 through the internal header) and 8 x USB 2.0 ports (4 on the back panel, 4 through headers), so the USB 2.0 headers serve 4 ports. The copy writes one USB 2.0 header and Tom's writes two, so the header count is left out. Tom's spec table prints the Type-C header as 20 Gbps, while its text, Noticias3D and the maker's list say Gen 2 at 10 Gbps.2Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026The internal USB Type-C header is 3.2 Gen 2 at 10 Gbps.
Front USB-C header speed
20Gbps
10Gbps
Fan headers
62Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026A total of 6 fan connectors.3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Six 4-pin fan or pump headers, three above the DRAM slots, one on the right edge and two at the bottom.
ARGB headers
RGB headers
Networking
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Ethernet controllers
Intel I2264Maker product pageasus.com/support/api/product.asmx/GetPDDriversRead 15 October 2026The ASUS support page for this model, read through its public data feed, lists Intel I226 LAN drivers. The specification page says only Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet. Tom's Hardware names an Intel i-226.6Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/asus-rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Specifications table: Intel i-226 (2.5 GbE).
Realtek RTL81262Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026The LAN controller is a Realtek RTL8126, which doubles the bandwidth to 5GbE.3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Ethernet controller Realtek RTL8126 (5 GbE).
Ethernet ports
1
1
Ethernet speed
2.5Gbps
5Gbps
Wi-Fi included
Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 71Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 15 October 20262x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be).6Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/asus-rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Specifications table: Wi-Fi 7 2x2, 320 MHz, 6 GHz, BT 5.4, 5.8 Gbps.
Wi-Fi bands
Max Wi-Fi channel width
320MHz1Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/p2/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026Support for the 11be 320 MHz wireless standard.6Press articleprofesionalreview.com/2026/03/09/gigabyte-presenta-sus-nuevas-placas-base-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-y-z890-eagle-wifi7-plus/ampRead 15 October 2026320 MHz module on the AORUS Elite. The Eagle has a 160 MHz Intel BE202.8Retailer pagejib.co.th/web/product/readProduct/87423/46/MAINBOARD--%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C%E0%B8%94--GIGABYTE-Z890-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-PLUS--REV-1-0----INTEL-SOCKET-1851-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200NGW with 11be 320MHz.
Wi-Fi module
Intel BE2001Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/p2/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200NGW. The NGW suffix is the form factor. Stored as Intel BE200, as for other boards.2Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026The Wi-Fi 7 controller with Bluetooth 5.4 is an Intel BE200.3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Intel Wi-Fi 7 (BE200NGW), 320 MHz, 6 GHz, 5.8 GHz, BT 5.4.6Press articleprofesionalreview.com/2026/03/09/gigabyte-presenta-sus-nuevas-placas-base-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-y-z890-eagle-wifi7-plus/ampRead 15 October 2026The AORUS Elite has an Intel WiFi 7 module of 320 MHz (Intel BE200NGW).8Retailer pagejib.co.th/web/product/readProduct/87423/46/MAINBOARD--%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C%E0%B8%94--GIGABYTE-Z890-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-PLUS--REV-1-0----INTEL-SOCKET-1851-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200NGW.
Bluetooth
Audio
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Audio codec
Realtek ALC40801Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 15 October 2026ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080 with a Savitech SV3H712 amplifier. The amplifier is not a DAC, so dac_chip is empty.6Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/asus-rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review says a Realtek ALC4080 codec sits under the SupremeFX Faraday cage, with a Savitech SV3H712 amplifier.
Realtek ALC12201Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/p2/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026Realtek ALC1220 codec, 2/4/5.1/7.1 channel, S/PDIF out. The line out supports DSD audio.3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Realtek ALC1220, with WIMA capacitors. The review calls it the previous-generation flagship codec.12Retailer pageparadigit.ie/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus/21986014/productRead 15 October 2026Audio chip: Realtek ALC1220-VB. The maker's spec writes Realtek ALC1220, which is stored.
DAC chip
Not available
Not available
Features
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BIOS flashback
Yes1Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/p2/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026Back panel: 1 x Q-Flash Plus button. Unique features: support for Q-Flash Plus.3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026The rear I/O has Clear CMOS and Q-Flash Plus buttons. The review says the board has flashback capability.5Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboardRead 15 October 2026Rear-mounted Q-Flash Plus button.8Retailer pagejib.co.th/web/product/readProduct/87423/46/MAINBOARD--%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C%E0%B8%94--GIGABYTE-Z890-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-PLUS--REV-1-0----INTEL-SOCKET-1851-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026Back panel: 1 x Q-Flash Plus button.
Clear CMOS button (rear)
Yes1Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/p2/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026Back panel: 1 x Clear CMOS button. The internal list also has a Clear CMOS jumper.3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026The rear I/O has power, reset, Clear CMOS and Q-Flash Plus buttons.5Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboardRead 15 October 2026Rear-mounted power, reset, Clear CMOS and Q-Flash Plus buttons.8Retailer pagejib.co.th/web/product/readProduct/87423/46/MAINBOARD--%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C%E0%B8%94--GIGABYTE-Z890-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-PLUS--REV-1-0----INTEL-SOCKET-1851-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026Back panel: 1 x Clear CMOS button.
POST code display
No1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 15 October 2026The Special Features list names Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device) and no Q-Code. The manual layout contents list Q-LEDs and a Start button and no code display. The overview page has a generic Q-CODE text block that is not part of the spec list.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/LGA1851/ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26409_ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_V2_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Layout contents 19: Q-LEDs. No code display is listed.
Power button on the board
Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 15 October 2026Internal I/O Connectors: 1 x Start button. The manual says it powers up the system.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/LGA1851/ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26409_ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_V2_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Layout contents 16: Start button. Press the Start button to power up the system, or put the system into sleep or soft-off mode.
Yes1Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/p2/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026Back panel: 1 x power button and 1 x reset button. A button on the rear panel counts.2Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026The power and reset buttons moved to the rear panel on this PLUS model.3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026The rear I/O has power and reset buttons.5Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboardRead 15 October 2026Rear-mounted power and reset buttons.8Retailer pagejib.co.th/web/product/readProduct/87423/46/MAINBOARD--%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C%E0%B8%94--GIGABYTE-Z890-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-PLUS--REV-1-0----INTEL-SOCKET-1851-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026Back panel: 1 x power button and 1 x reset button.
Dual BIOS
No1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 15 October 2026BIOS is a single 256 Mb UEFI AMI BIOS. The feature lists name no dual BIOS.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/LGA1851/ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26409_ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_V2_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications summary: 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS. Dual BIOS is not stated.
Pre-installed I/O shield
Not available
Tool-free features
Tool-free M.2 latch, Tool-free M.2 heatsink, PCIe slot release, Push-on antenna connector1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 15 October 2026ASUS Q-Design: M.2 Q-Latch, M.2 Q-Release, M.2 Q-Slide, PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim (with PCIe SafeSlot) and Q-Antenna. The overview says the Q-Release heatsink has a switch for removal without screws, the Q-Latch holds an M.2 SSD with one press and the Q-Antenna fasteners snap into place.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifiRead 15 October 2026DIY-friendly design: M.2 Q-Release, M.2 Q-Slide, New M.2 Q-LATCH, PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim and Q-Antenna.
Tool-free M.2 latch, Tool-free M.2 heatsink, PCIe slot release, Push-on antenna connector2Reviewnoticias3d.com/articulo/4056/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-review.htmlRead 15 October 2026EZ-Latch systems mount the M.2 drives and heatsinks without tools and release the graphics card with a button on the side of the board. The Wi-Fi 7 antenna has an EZ-Plug fixing that is pushed in.3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026The top PCIe slot has the PCIe EZ-Latch Plus button for releasing the graphics card. The quick-connect Wi-Fi 7 antenna ships in the box.5Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboardRead 15 October 2026The primary x16 slot has GIGABYTE's EZ-Latch Plus release mechanism and the board uses the Wi-Fi EZ-Plug antenna design.7Press articleoverclocking.com/gigabyte-annonce-ses-z890-aorus-elite-wifi-7-plus-et-z890-eagle-wifi7-plusRead 15 October 2026The graphics card has a simplified release button, the Wi-Fi antennas mount without screw terminals and the SSDs mount without tools.8Retailer pagejib.co.th/web/product/readProduct/87423/46/MAINBOARD--%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C%E0%B8%94--GIGABYTE-Z890-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-PLUS--REV-1-0----INTEL-SOCKET-1851-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026The shop copies GIGABYTE's feature text: WIFI EZ-Plug for quick Wi-Fi antenna install, EZ-Latch Plus for PCIe and M.2 slots with quick release and no screws, and EZ-Latch Click for screwless M.2 heatsinks.
Measured
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VRM temperature under CPU load
Power draw idle
Power draw CPU stress
In the box
1 of 1 differ
In the box
1 x ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI motherboard, 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables, 1 x Thermal pad for M.2 22110, 1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, 1 x Cable ties package, 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package, 1 x ROG key chain, 1 x ROG Strix stickers, 5 x M.2 rubbers, 1 x Quick Start Guide1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 15 October 2026Accessories list on the specification page, the same as the manual's package contents. Tom's Hardware lists two Q-Latch packages, and the maker lists one.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/LGA1851/ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26409_ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_V2_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026Package contents on page 13.
Manuals, Wi-Fi 7 quick-connect antenna, Q-Connector, 2 x SATA cables, M.2 drive pads, AORUS sticker3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Inside the retail packaging: manuals, a quick-connect Wi-Fi 7 antenna, a Q-connector, two SATA cables, some pads for M.2 drives and an Aorus sticker. No maker list was readable, so the review's wording is stored.
Links
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Product page
rog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifiRead 15 October 2026
www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z890-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-PLUS13Maker product pagegigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z890-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-PLUSRead 15 October 2026The link is GIGABYTE's product page from the picked list. gigabyte.com is blocked for agents, so the page was not opened and its content is not used for any value.
Spec sheet
rog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi/spec1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-z890-a-gaming-wifi/specRead 15 October 2026
www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z890-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-PLUS/sp14Maker product pagegigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z890-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-PLUS/spRead 15 October 2026The link is GIGABYTE's specification page, listed in search results. gigabyte.com is blocked for agents, so the page was not opened and its content is not used for any value.
Manual
dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/LGA1851/ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26409_ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_V2_WEB.pdf3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/LGA1851/ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI/E26409_ROG_STRIX_Z890-A_GAMING_WIFI_EM_V2_WEB.pdfRead 15 October 2026ASUS user manual E26409, version 2, dated 2025-07-28 on the ASUS support page.
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EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
3years3Reviewtomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabyte-z890-aorus-elite-wifi7-plus-motherboard-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Warranty 3 Years. The review is US based.8Retailer pagejib.co.th/web/product/readProduct/87423/46/MAINBOARD--%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%A1%E0%B8%99%E0%B8%9A%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A3%E0%B9%8C%E0%B8%94--GIGABYTE-Z890-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7-PLUS--REV-1-0----INTEL-SOCKET-1851-DDR5-ATXRead 15 October 2026Warranty 3 Years. The market is Thailand.
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