The ASUS ProArt Z890 Creator WiFi Motherboard is engineered for creators and professionals seeking top-tier performance, reliability, and connectivity. Powered by Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2) and the LGA1851 socket, it supports PCIe 5.0 and dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, providing lightning-fast data transfer and next-gen GPU compatibility. With support for 4x DDR5 DIMM slots and 5x M.2 slots for ultra-fast storage, 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports, 10x rear USB ports including Thunderbolt 5 Type-C, 5x front USB ports, Marvell AQtion 10Gb Ethernet, with WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4, this motherboard ensures seamless connectivity and optimal network performance. Its advanced cooling solutions, robust power delivery, and exclusive ProArt features like Creator Hub make it perfect for demanding creative workflows, offering stability and efficiency for content creation, video editing, and 3D rendering, in a ATX form factor.
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Features
ProArt Z890-Creator WiFi
The ProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI empowers creators of all levels by Maximising the performance of the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra Processor (Series 2) processors with 16+1+2+2 team power stages, DDR5 slots, PCIe® 5.0 and lightning-fast connectivity including dual Thunderbolt™ 5 ports, 10G and 2.5G Ethernet, and WiFi 7.
This motherboard manifests a professional, elegant and precise vision for content creators of all kinds, with a style elevated by tone-on-tone layers of black infused with metallic gold touches. A subtly designed I/O cover provides a sleek and sophisticated look while concealing the premium connectors within.
- 120 Gbs Thunderbolt™ 5 & Thunderbolt™ 4 Onboard
- 10 Gbs & 2.5 Gbs Dual Ethernet & WiFi 7
- ProArt Creator Hub - Features Pantone's Colour management utilities
- Exclusive AI Technologies - AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking II and AI Advisor
- PCIe® 5.0 - Full support for next-gen graphics cards
- 16+1+2+2 Power Stages
- Easy PC DIY to Make Your Life Easier - PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, M.2 Q-Release, M.2 Q-Side, M.2 Q-Latch and WiFi Q-Antenna
- Unleash DDR5 with DIMM Fit and AEMP III
- NPU Boost - Overclocking Technology
Connectivity
- 2 x USB 10Gbps ports
- 1 x DP IN port for Thunderbolt™ 5
- 2 x Thunderbolt™ 5 Type-C®
- 1 x HDMI® 2.1 (4K @ 60 Hz)
- 2 x USB 10Gbps ports
- 1 x USB2.0 port
- 10Gb ethernet
- 1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C®
- 2 x USB 10Gbps ports
- 2.5Gb Ethernet
- WiFi 7
- BIOS Flashback™
- 2 x Audio jacks
- 1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C® Port
- 1 x USB 5Gbps front-panel header
- 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
- 1 x USB 2.0 header
Performance
- Expansion slots
2x PCIe 5.0 x16 Safe Slots (x16 single or x8/x8 dual)
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (Max. x4)
- Realtek® ALC1220P codec
- De-pop circuit
- Audio shielding
- Premium audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layer
- 16+1+2+2 power stages (up to 90A)
- Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) LGA1851
- 4 x DDR5 DIMM slots
Dual channels
- 1 x M.2 PCIe 5.0 slots with heatsinks, 1 x 22110(PCIe 5.0 x4)
- Intel® Z890 Chipset
- 4 x M.2 PCIe 4.0 slots with heatsink
3 x 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
1 x 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes)
Cooling
- VRM heatsinks
- 4-pin PWM/DC fan headers
Every onboard header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.
- Multiple temperature sources
Each header can be set to monitor and react to multiple user-configurable thermal sensors for workload-based cooling. All settings can be easily managed by Fan Xpert 4 or UEFI.
DIY-Friendly
Q-Antenna
Attach a WiFi antenna in a snap.
M.2 Q-Release
A convenient switch helps to quickly remove the heatsink.
M.2 new Q-Latch
A simple locking mechanism secures an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools.
M.2 Q-Slide
The sliding M.2 latch design supports sizes 2242, 2260 and 2280 for easy device installation.
Safe Slot
This slot provides stronger PCIe device retention and greater shearing resistance.
Q-DIMM
One-sided clips deliver simple and secure handling of memory modules.
Q-LED
This diagnostic display indicates CPU, memory, graphics card or boot device issues for quick diagnosis.
SafeDIMM
A fortified metal divider adds support and damage prevention.
PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim
Simply tilt the card toward the latching mechanism to automatically unlock it from the PCIe slot.
All You Need for Maximum Productivity
Thunderbolt™ Connectivity
Get immersed in your creations with two Thunderbolt™ 5 ports and one Thunderbolt™ 4 port for connecting to all your compatible content-creation gadgets, enjoying up to 120 Gbps bi-directional data transfers. To further push your creative work with one 8K or two 4K Colour-accurate monitors, you can connect your discrete graphics card to the onboard DisplayPort™ In port on the rear I/O panel and direct the video output via the Thunderbolt™ 5 port (DP In cable not included.)
- Up to 120Gbps Bi-directional bandwidth
- DisplayPort 2.1 Supports one 8K or dual 4K displays
- Daisy-Chaining For up to five devices
Ultrafast Networking
10 Gb & 2.5 Gb Ethernet
Dual Ethernet ports provide fast data transfers simultaneously for 2.5G internet streaming or uploading and 10G for local network-attached storage (NAS), allowing for improved data Organisation and security.
WiFi 7
The revolutionary WiFi 7 is up to 4.8X faster than standard WiFi 6, thanks to technology like 320 MHz channels on the 6 GHz band and 4K QAM (WiFi 7 features require onboard WiFi chipset, WiFi AP, and WiFi 7-supported operating systems to support the corresponding features. 320 MHz channels in the 6 GHz band may be unavailable in some regions/countries due to regulatory restrictions.) Multi-Link Operation (MLO) provides a more stable WiFi connection and lower latency, unlocking the realms of the unknown in gaming, streaming and industrial IoT.
ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
Dual transceivers support the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands to enable faster throughput, with directional sensitivity to improve signal quality and cover greater distances.
- Wireless Signal Reception Improvement
- Versus previous-generation antenna
**Specifications vary by model.
Wireless Signal Reception Improvement
Versus previous-generation antenna
- Up to +6% - 6GHz
- Up to +18% - 5/2.4GHz
Disclaimer: The availability of WiFi 7 160 GHz and 320 GHz varies according to regional regulations.
PCIe 5.0 Support
The ProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI offers PCIe 5.0 support to give unfettered bandwidth to the fastest SSDs and graphics cards available.
Five Onboard M.2 Slots
ProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI features one PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot and four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots to enjoy the fastest data transfers of up to 128 Gbps*, and all M.2 slots support NVMe RAID configurations to take advantage of the latest available speeds.
Bandwidth (Gbps)
- PCIe 5.0 x 4 - 128
- PCIe 4.0 x 4 - 64
- PCIe 3.0 x 4 - 32
*Actual transmission speed will be lower than theoretical maximum speed.
PCIe 5.0 Expansion Slots
Both of the x16 expansion slots are PCIe 5.0, offering incredible speeds of up to 64 GB/s for compatible devices. To bear the brunt of massive graphics cards, they are also protected with Safe Slot retention brackets, and the top slot can be released easily via Q-Release Slim.
The Core of Your Powerful Workstation
Robust Power Design
Designed to meet the needs of high-core-count CPUs, the ProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI features 16(90A)+1(90A)+2(90A)+2(80A) power stages that integrate high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into packages rated for up to 90 amps each. This configuration ensures optimal power delivery, efficiency, stability and performance for new Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2).
- 16 Vcore Power - (90A,DrMOS)
- 2 VCCGT Power - (90A,DrMOS)
- 1 VCCSA Power - (90A,DrMOS)
- 2 VCNNAON Power - (80A,DrMOS)
Eight-Layer PCB Design
Enhance stability, and provide the CPU with more overclocking headroom.
ProCool II Power Connectors
Enhance stability, and provide the CPU with more overclocking headroom.
Superior Chokes & Capacitors
Engineered to resist extreme temperatures, providing a higher level of performance than the industry standard.
Digi+ VRM Control
Offer real time voltage control, enhancing CPU stability.
Intelligent AI Solutions
AI Overclocking
Maximised CPU performance and predictions for ideal CPU and cooling settings push your system to its limits.
Tuning is now faster and smarter than ever before. ASUS AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration and push the system to its limits. Predicted values can be engaged automatically or used as a launching ground for further experimentation.
AI Cooling II
Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click.
AI Cooling II balances the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click. A proprietary ASUS algorithm slashes unnecessary noise while running a quick stress test, and then it monitors CPU temperatures to dynamically adjust fans to optimal speeds.
AI Networking II
Optimise network performance, helping to ensure seamless connectivity and Maximised WiFi 7 speeds.
CreationFirst
CreationFirst is a network-Optimisation application, integrated into ProArt Creator Hub, offering five network modes to Optimise bandwidth efficiency for different tasks.
Traffic Monitor
Armoury Crate's Traffic Monitor tracks your current WiFi channel usage. Move to a less congested channel by clicking the Channel Switch button (The Channel Switch function requires pairing with an ASUS router. If not paired with an ASUS router, the channel change process can be performed in the “Router IP" section of the Traffic Monitor.)
Direction Finder
Armoury Crate's Direction Finder (The Direction Finder is only compatible with connections in the 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands) helps users detect the optimal antenna orientation for achieving the best WiFi signal strength.
Fast Check
Armoury Crate's Fast Check empowers users to rapidly detect WiFi signal strength.
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.
ASUS AI Advisor is an ASUS technical expert that's always available to answer your questions. Owners of compatible ASUS motherboards can interact with this AI-powered technology using natural language to learn more about their hardware. For DIY beginners, it can provide easy-to-understand explanations of one-click Optimisation features like AI Overclocking and AI Cooling II, and for seasoned PC-building veterans, it can offer guidance and instructions on the latest features offered by ASUS.
* Availability of ASUS AI Advisor may vary by region.
Performance Boost
NPU Boost
The integrated Neural Processing Unit 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% (Results were with an Intel Arrow Lake QS Q2HA Ultra 9 285K processor, ROG Maximus Z890 Extreme motherboard, GeForce RTX™ 4090 24GB graphics card, and XPG Lancer DDR5 memory modules (model AX5U6000C4016G). Individual results may vary.)
Memory
The ProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI enhances DDR5 performance by providing overclocking options that would otherwise be locked, whether you are dealing with high-speed or entry-level memory modules.
DIMM Fit
DIMM Fit is an ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature that precisely analyses individual memory modules to Optimise 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 Prioritising rock-solid stability, DIMM Fit provides Optimisations tailored to your needs and your hardware configuration.
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. Through a two-phase comprehensive tuning process, AEMP III first Optimises the clock driver and then the memory frequency. This results in the best balance between performance and stability, even at cutting-edge speeds of DDR5-8000 or higher (Results may vary. Currently, only 2-DIMM configurations are supported. Results are based on a test with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor and 2x16GB SK Hynix DDR5-6400 Clocked Unbuffered DIMM RAM, model HMCG78AHBCA326N.)
Easy PC DIY
PCIe® Slot Q-Release Slim
With PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, simply tilt the card toward the latching mechanism to automatically unlock it from the PCIe slot. This makes upgrades and maintenance easier than ever before. Users no longer need to fiddle with a tricky latch or even press a button to release their graphics card from the slot.
M.2 Q-Release
The new M.2 heatsink features a convenient switch to quickly remove it, eliminating the need for tiny screws during SSD installation. Its strong locking mechanism also provides a snug contact surface, helping to ensure reliable heat dissipation for your SSD.
M.2 Q-Slide
A new sliding M.2 latch design supports sizes 2242, 2260 and 2280 for easy device installation.
New 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-Antenna
With Q-Antenna, attaching a WiFi antenna to your PC is now easy and fast. Instead of slowly rotating two fasteners until they finally lock in, they just snap into place. Less hassle, and more consistent performance.
The Power of Minimalist Design
A spark of inspiration can breathe life into a concept that leads to a masterpiece. ProArt is a comprehensive ecosystem providing professional creators with a stable foundation for your inspiration. These custom workstations feature award-winning ProArt motherboards, graphics cards, CPU coolers and chassis, pairing with ProArt displays to accelerate your creative workflow and bring the boldest visions and ideas to life.
Everything You Need to Optimise Workflow
Customise Your Personal Settings
ProArt Creator Hub is your personal portal to monitor your PC status, Personalise settings or Optimise your workflow. It features an intuitive overview dashboard, with quickly switchable fan profiles and performance modes.
Colour Management
One of the most important things for creators is Colour. The top right corner allows easy access to the Colour Management feature. This includes the Screen Colour Picker and Image Colour Extractor that make it simple to get a detailed Colour analysis and Colour information, and you can use the Colour Palette to build your personal Colour preferences. You will also find Colour trends and Colour palettes created by the professionals at the ASUS Design Center.
Work Smart
To streamline your workflow, you can select up to 8 apps to be launched at the same time with a single desktop shortcut.
Security Control and Remote Management
Advanced security management functions from ASUS Control Center Express protect the PCs and confidential data in your creative studio.
USB Port Management
Enable or disable the USB port, or set it to Read Only to prevent data leaks.
Software Blacklist
For added security, a software blacklist is available to help prevent the use of high-risk applications.
Registry Editor On/Off
Remotely disable the Registry Editor on client devices to prevent Unauthorised changes to system configurations.
Upgraded User Experience
BIOS Q-Dashboard and ASUS DriverHub make it easy to set up and maintain your PC, while ASUS GlideX delivers a variety of display and control options.
Q-Dashboard
Simplify your motherboard configuration with BIOS Q-Dashboard. Its intuitive visual representation of hardware connections and corresponding BIOS settings takes the complexity out of setting up your system. Upgrade now, and discover the power of BIOS Q-Dashboard to easily and efficiently enhance your computing setup.
ASUS DriverHub
ASUS DriverHub streamlines the installation and management of ASUS drivers and utilities to keep your hardware up-to-date and perform optimally. This standalone application automatically detects current driver versions and presents available updates in a list view. Users are invited to install ASUS DriverHub after OS installation.
ASUS GlidEx
A cross-device, cross-platform screen-sharing, screen-control and operation solution for enhanced productivity across PCs, tablets and smartphones via USB or WiFi. It is compatible with Windows, macOS, Android and iOS.
- Mirror
- Extend(PC to Mobile)
- Extend(PC to PC)
- Unify Control
Trusted Stability
ProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI is engineered and rigorously tested to offer superior quality, stability and compatibility to ensure that it empowers creativity for years to come.
- 24/7 Reliability
- 168-hour Durability test
- Up to 45°C Temperature
- Up to 80% Relative humidity
Backed by a 3 year ASUS warranty.
