Motherboard ASUS PRIME Z890-P — Intel Z890, LGA 1851, ATX, DDR5, 4x DIMM, 192GB, 4x M.2, 2.5Gb LAN, HDMI 2.1, 1x USB-C

ASUS PRIME series motherboards are expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2). Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, the PRIME Z890-P motherboard provides users and PC DIY builders with a range of performance optimizations via intuitive software and firmware features. It’s designed to be Advanced AI PC-ready, offering the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications.

Performance
AI Solutions
ASUS AI Solutions include AI Advisor as your technical expert with expertise in PC performance, and AI Cooling II for automated temperature control.

AI Advisor
ASUS AI Advisor allows users to explore the functionality and advanced features of ASUS motherboards in a simple and straightforward way.1

AI Cooling II
Optimized thermals and reduced noise via dynamic adjustment of fan speeds, based on CPU temperatures.

Performance
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%.2

Performance
Robust power design
Stable power is crucial for maximizing the performance of Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2). The PRIME Z890-P is designed to meet the needs of high-core-count CPUs. It features 14(80A) + 1(80A) + 2(80A) + 1(80A) power stages that integrate high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into packages rated for up to 80 amperes each. This configuration ensures optimal power delivery, efficiency, stability and performance for both current and future Intel® processors.

Enhanced Memory & Storage Performance
AEMP III for Ultimate DDR5 Performance
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. Through a two-phase comprehensive tuning process, AEMP III first optimizes the clock driver and then the memory frequency. This results in the best balance between performance and stability, even at cutting-edge speeds of DDR5-7600 or higher.3

DIMM Fit
DIMM Fit is an ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature that precisely analyzes individual memory modules to optimize performance and pinpoint potential issues. This offers peak efficiency, compatibility, and system stability. Whether you are an overclocker seeking ultimate performance, a competitor pursuing the most responsive gameplay, or a content creator prioritizing rock-solid stability, DIMM Fit provides optimizations tailored to your needs and your hardware configuration.

Four M.2 ​​​​slots (up to 128Gbps)
PRIME Z890-P offers a total of four M.2 slots, including one that supports data-transfer speeds of up to 128Gbps via PCIe 5.0, three that support 64Gbps via PCIe 4.0. This enables quicker boot-up and app load times with OS or application drives.4

Cooling
Cooler by design
The PRIME Z890-P motherboard is engineered with multiple onboard heatsinks and an array of hybrid fan headers to help ensure your rig stays cool and stable under intense workloads.

Cooling
Smart cooling precision

ASUS Fan Xpert 4
ASUS Fan Xpert 4 software offers comprehensive control over fans and AIO coolers. Auto-Tuning mode configures settings with one click, while Extreme Quiet mode reduces fan speeds for silent operation during light tasks. Controls are also available via the UEFI BIOS.

Cooler compatibility
ASUS AIO coolers offer robust performance, high overclocking potential, bold aesthetics and customizable functionality for new motherboards, empowering you to build your dream gaming rig.5

Flexibility
Empowering connections
The PRIME Z890-P motherboard offers a versatile range of connectivity, including the latest version of PCI Express, while an arsenal of USB ports includes Type-C® connections expands compatibility and bandwidth even further.

USB 20Gbps port with DP Alt Mode
A batch of USB ports supports high-end rigs loaded with peripherals, including a rear USB Type-C® port with transmission speeds of up to 20Gbps. The port can also support external 4K DisplayPort video output.

PCIe 5.0 s​​​​lot
The latest processors introduce PCIe 5.0 support, doubling data transfer speeds compared to PCIe 4.0, enhancing signal integrity, and providing backward-compatible CEM connectors and support for previous PCIe versions.

Customization
Personalization
The PRIME Z890-P enhances the user experience across the board, from simplifying BIOS setting adjustments to offering customizable RGB lighting controls for a uniquely personal system aesthetic.

UEFI BIOS
The UEFI interface delivers easy-to-use configuration options for PC beginners, and advanced features for veterans.

TurboV Core
Intuitive overclocking within Windows. No BIOS interface, no reboots. Simple and swift performance tuning at your fingertips.

ASUS DriverHub
Simplify driver management with automatic detection, one-click installation and update for smooth, efficient system performance.

Armoury Crate
Customize Aura Sync RGB and control ASUS devices. Includes product registration and updates.

Aura Sync
Complete RGB lighting control for enthusiast systems, ensuring seamless synchronization with compatible hardware.

Addressable Gen2 RGB headers
Three Addressable Gen2 headers detect LED counts on compatible RGB devices, automatically adjusting lighting effects accordingly.

Customization
DIY friendly
The PRIME Z890-P motherboard features EZ PC DIY innovations that simplify and speed up the PC building process, making DIY easy and convenient.

PCIe ​​​​Slot Q-Release
A physical lever unlocks the first PCIe ​​​​slot’s security latch with one tap, greatly simplifying the process of detaching a PCIe card from the motherboard when it’s time to upgrade to a new graphics card or other compatible device.

M.2 Q-Latch
The innovative ASUS Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools or screws. This design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive and neatly detach it with one tap.

Q-LED Core
The Q-LED Core display produces color-coded lights during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) that can help you troubleshoot potential issues.

Pre-mounted I/O shield
Our pre-installed I/O shield safeguards ports, simplifies the build process, increases functionality and enhances aesthetics for PC DIY enthusiasts.

BIOS FlashBack™
BIOS FlashBack™ simplifies BIOS updates. Just load the BIOS file onto a FAT32 USB stick, insert it into the BIOS FlashBack™ port, and press a button — no CPU or memory needed.

SafeSlot
PCIe 5.0 is twice as fast as PCIe 4.0. ASUS has adapted our SMT manufacturing for the faster SafeSlot, a reinforced metal sheath that ensures secure card installation and faster data speeds.

How to use

Install the ASUS PRIME Z890-P into a compatible ATX chassis, seat a supported Intel Core Ultra processor into the LGA 1851 socket, and populate memory modules into the four DDR5 DIMM slots following the motherboard manual for optimal channel configuration. Connect storage devices to the M.2 slots or SATA ports as required, attach power connectors from a suitable PSU to the 24-pin ATX and CPU power headers, and connect front-panel and peripheral cables. Use the UEFI BIOS or ASUS software utilities such as AI Advisor, TurboV Core and ASUS Fan Xpert 4 to configure system performance, fan profiles and device settings. For BIOS updates, the BIOS FlashBack™ feature allows updating from a FAT32 USB drive without CPU or memory installed.

Recommendations

For stable high-frequency DDR5 operation, follow the two-phase tuning process provided by AEMP III and run DIMM Fit diagnostics after installing new memory modules. Use AI Cooling II or ASUS Fan Xpert 4 to set appropriate fan curves based on workload, and employ the M.2 Q-Latch and PCIe Slot Q-Release for tool-free maintenance and upgrades. Always use the latest UEFI BIOS and drivers from ASUS DriverHub to ensure compatibility and performance.