GIGABYTE Z890 Aorus Master DDR5 LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard - Black | Z890-AORUS-MASTER
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The GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS MASTER is a high-end motherboard designed for enthusiasts and power users who demand the best in performance, features, and build quality. This motherboard is built to support the latest Intel Core Ultra processors and delivers exceptional performance across a wide range of applications.
Design and Build Quality: The Z890 AORUS MASTER features a striking design with a black PCB and silver accents, complemented by RGB lighting elements. The motherboard is constructed with high-quality components and a robust 8-layer PCB, ensuring durability and stability even under heavy loads. The design includes an integrated I/O shield and reinforced PCIe slots for added strength and easier installation.
Power Delivery and VRM: At the heart of the Z890 AORUS MASTER is a powerful 20+1+2 phases VRM design with 105A Power Stages. This setup ensures stable and efficient power delivery to the CPU, even during intense overclocking sessions. The VRM is cooled by a large heatsink with Fins-Array III technology, featuring a direct-touch heat pipe for optimal heat dissipation.
Memory and Storage: Supporting the latest DDR5 memory, the motherboard can handle speeds up to 8000MT/s and beyond through overclocking. It features four DIMM slots with a maximum capacity of 192GB. For storage, the Z890 AORUS MASTER offers multiple M.2 slots, including a PCIe 5.0 x4 slot for blazing-fast NVMe SSDs, and several PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slots, all equipped with thermal guards to prevent throttling.
Connectivity and Networking: The motherboard is equipped with a comprehensive suite of connectivity options. It features Thunderbolt 4 ports for high-speed data transfer and display output, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports, and multiple USB 3.2 Gen 2 and Gen 1 ports. For networking, it includes a 10GbE LAN port for ultra-fast wired connections and Wi-Fi 7 for cutting-edge wireless performance.
Audio and Aesthetics: The Z890 AORUS MASTER boasts high-quality onboard audio with an ESS SABRE Hi-Fi DAC and ALC1220-VB codec, delivering exceptional sound quality for gaming and multimedia. The motherboard also features RGB Fusion 2.0 with multiple RGB headers, allowing for extensive customization of lighting effects.
Cooling and Thermal Management: In addition to the VRM cooling, the motherboard includes multiple temperature sensors and hybrid fan headers that support both PWM and DC fans. The Smart Fan 6 technology allows for precise control of the cooling system, ensuring optimal temperatures across all components.
BIOS and Software: The Z890 AORUS MASTER comes with a user-friendly BIOS interface that offers extensive options for overclocking and system tuning. The Q-Flash Plus feature allows for easy BIOS updates without the need for a CPU or memory installed. Additionally, GIGABYTE provides a suite of software tools for system monitoring, RGB control, and performance optimization.