Step into the future of PC performance with the Gigabyte Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE ATX motherboard — a powerhouse platform blending sleek “Ice” aesthetics with top-tier features for gamers, creators, and tech enthusiasts alike. Built around the Intel Z890 chipset and LGA1851 socket, this board is tuned for Intel Core Ultra (series 2) processors, enabling you to harness the latest compute technologies. [1]
Memory & Overclocking Power
Equipped with 4 DDR5 memory slots, the Z890 AORUS ELITE ICE supports configurations up to 256 GB, leveraging high-speed DDR5 modules for lightning-fast performance. Overclocking support extends to aggressive memory frequencies (e.g. DDR5‑8800 OC and beyond) using built‑in tuning tools like D5 Bionic Corsa and AI PerfDrive to simplify memory profiling and optimization. [2]
Expansion & Storage
This motherboard offers abundant expansion and storage options. It features a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for modern graphics cards, supported by PCIe UD Slot X for extra reinforcement. [1] You’ll also find additional PCIe 4.0 x4 slots for other add-in cards. Storage is versatile with 4 M.2 slots—one operating at PCIe 5.0 x4 and three at PCIe 4.0 x4—plus SATA 6 Gb/s ports for legacy drives. [1]
Connectivity & Networking
The board integrates WiFi 7 (802.11be) with a directional ultra-high gain antenna, delivering ultra-low latency and multi-link bandwidth across 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz bands—ideal for online gaming, VR, and high-throughput wireless tasks. [3] Wired networking is handled via a 2.5 GbE LAN port to ensure stable, high-speed connections when you prefer a cable. [3] The rear I/O also supports Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Type‑C, HDMI, DisplayPort, and multiple USB 3.x/USB 2.0 ports for broad peripheral compatibility. [1]
Thermal & Power Design
The “ICE” edition is engineered for performance and cooling. It features a robust 16+1+2 twin digital VRM design with 80A Smart Power Stages for stable voltage delivery under heavy loads. [4] Comprehensive cooling is implemented through VRM Thermal Armor, heatpipes, and M.2 Thermal Guard L to manage heat across key components. [1] The board also supports Smart Fan 6 for fine-grained fan and pump speed control based on temperature sensors. [1]
Build Quality & Features
Gigabyte equips this model with user-friendly design touches such as EZ-Latch Plus / EZ-Latch Click for tool-free installation of PCIe and M.2 devices. [4] The Q‑Flash Plus BIOS update feature enables firmware updates even without CPU, memory, or GPU installed. [1] For aesthetics, RGB Fusion headers and white “ICE” styling give this board a crisp and premium visual edge. [5] Ultra Durable components, reinforced PCIe armor, anti-sulfur resistors, and ESD protection ensure reliability under demanding use. [1]
Ideal Use Cases
- High-end gaming rigs leveraging DDR5, PCIe 5.0, and WiFi 7
- Content creation / multitasking systems needing fast NVMe, memory bandwidth, and connectivity
- Future-ready builds targeting next-gen Intel CPUs and expansion
