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GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS Elite X ICE Intel Motherboard for i9 CPUs with DDR5 Support, PCIe 5.0, Thunderbolt 4, and Advanced Cooling. Ideal for PC Builders and Gamers

Discover the ultimate in computing performance with our high-tech motherboard! This powerhouse supports the latest Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) and is fully DDR5 compatible, featuring four DIMMs with XMP Memory Module Support.

Engineered with a robust 16+1+2 power design and 80A Smart Power Stage, our motherboard ensures peak efficiency. Keep everything cool with VRM Thermal Armor and M.2 Thermal Guard. Enjoy cutting-edge connectivity with PCIe 5.0, five M.2 slots, Thunderbolt 4, Front USB-C, and Sensor Panel Link.

Our DIY-friendly features, like M.2 EZ-Latch, PCIe EZ-Latch, WIFI EZ-Plug, and EZ-Debug Zone, make assembly a breeze. With WIFI7 and 2.5GbE LAN for seamless networking, all this is backed by our 5-year warranty for peace of mind. Upgrade today for the ultimate performance boost!

advantage
  1. Value for Money

    Very good value board with tons of features.
  2. Good BIOS

    Great BIOS out of the box and easy OC/UV/XMP support.
  3. Aesthetic Design

    Looks good and no problems reported regarding aesthetics.
  4. Plug and Play Compatibility

    Plug and play capability with updated drivers and BIOS working fine.
  5. Memory Overclocking

    Memory overclocked and CPU undervolted with no problems.
  6. Modern Features

    Features include WIFI7, DDR5 support with XMP 3.0, and tons of headers.
  7. High I/O Availability

    Lots of I/O ports including USB 2.0 and 3.0 and multiple NVME slots with built-in heatsink.
  8. EZ-Latch for M.2

    New hinged latches for M.2 installations make it easier to install SSDs.
disadvantage
  1. Software Issues

    Armory Crate software could use an overhaul; user prefers BIOS level management.
  2. Manual Missing

    The original user's manual was missing from the box.
  3. RAM Compatibility

    Issues using DDR5 RAM at full speed with XMP causing crashes and instability.
  4. Build Quality

    Potential build quality issues, such as USB-3 connector coming off easily.
  5. Power Issues

    Some power issues with fan lights and startup times.
  6. BIOS Updates Required

    BIOS needs updating for stock usage and correct speed settings.
  7. AIO Pump Speed

    Manually setting AIO pump speed as the board doesn't set a constant speed.
  8. PCIe Slot Limitations

    PCIe 5.0 slots run at 8x8 when both GPU and M.2 SSD are installed.
weight 0.25 kg
size 4 × 9 × 10 centimeters
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