Motherboards

Z890 AI TOP

Model Z890 AI TOP

Intel Z890 Express E-ATX motherboard for Socket LGA1851 processors, with 4 DDR5 slots (up to 256 GB) and Wi-Fi 7.

Socket
LGA1851
Chipset
Intel Z890 Express
Form factor
E-ATX
Memory
4 x DDR5, up to 256 GB
Wireless
Wi-Fi 7

Overview

Highlights

  • Training your own AI on your desk
  • Supports Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2)
  • Twin Digital 16+1+2 phases VRM solution
  • Next-gen Connectivity: Dual Thunderbolt 5 Type-C with DP-Alt, HDMI
  • Blazing Fast Networks: Dual 10GbE LAN & Wi-Fi 7 & directional Ultra-high gain antenna
  • D5 Bionic Corsa for Infinite Memory Performance

Platform

Socket
LGA1851
Chipset
Intel Z890
Form factor
E-ATX 30.5 x 28.5 cm
Memory
DDR5
  • 4 DIMM slots
  • Up to 256 GB
  • Up to 9500 MT/s (OC)
Dual channel
Processor support
  • Intel Core Ultra processors
Storage
4 x M.2
  • 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
Fastest M.2 slot: PCIe 5.0 x4
LAN
  • 2 x Marvell AQtion AQC113C 10GbE LAN
Wireless
Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
Display outputs
1 x HDMI, 1 x DisplayPort For processors with integrated graphics
Power inputs
  • 24-pin ATX
  • 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V

At a glance

Platform
Intel
Socket
LGA1851
Chipset
Z890
Form factor
E-ATX
Memory
DDR5
Wireless
Wi-Fi 7
Series
AI TOP
Full specifications

Specifications

Platform

CPU
LGA1851 socket: Support for Intel Core Ultra ProcessorsL3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset
Intel Z890 Express Chipset
Memory
Support for DDR5 9500(O.C)/ 9466(O.C) / 9333(O.C) / 9200(O.C)/ 9066(O.C) / 8933(O.C) /8800(O.C) /8600(O.C) / 8400(O.C) /8266(O.C) / 8200(O.C) / 8000(O.C) / 7950(O.C) / 7900(O.C) / 7800(O.C) / 7600(O.C.) / 7400(O.C.) / 7200(O.C.) / 7000(O.C.) / 6800(O.C.) / 6600(O.C.) / 6400 / 6200 / 6000 / 5800 / 5600MT/s memory modules.4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 256 GB (64 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memoryDual channel memory architectureSupport for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode)Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modulesSupport for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modulesSupport CUDIMM memory module(The CPU and memory configuration may affect the supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules, please refer to "Memory Support List" for more information.)

Graphics and audio

Onboard graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor+Intel Thunderbolt 5 Controller:, 2 x Intel Thunderbolt 5 connectors (USB4 USB Type-C ports), supporting DisplayPort and Thunderbolt video outputs and a maximum resolution of 7680x4320@60 Hz (single display output)* Support for DisplayPort 2.1 version and HDCP 2.3Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel HD Graphics support:, 1 x Front Intel Thunderbolt 4 connector (USB4 USB Type-C port), supporting DisplayPort and Thunderbolt video outputsWhen a Thunderbolt monitor is installed, the maximum resolution supported is 5120x2880@60 Hz with 24 bpp (single display output).When a USB4 USB Type-C monitor is installed, the maximum resolution supported is 3840x2160@240 Hz (single display output).* Support for DisplayPort 2.1 version and HDCP 2.3 to 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@60 Hz* Support for HDMI 2.1 version and HDCP 2.3.(Graphics specifications may vary depending on CPU or graphics card support.)Support for up to triple-display at the same time
Audio
ESS ES9260 CODEC (rear panel audio), High Definition Audio 2-channelRealtek ALC897 CODEC (front panel audio)

Networking

LAN
2 x Marvell AQtion AQC113C 10GbE LAN chips(10 Gbps/5 Gbps/2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps)
Wireless communication module
Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200 to 802.11a, b, g, n, ac, ax, be, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bands, BLUETOOTH 5.4, Support for 11be 320MHz wireless standard(Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment.)* Wi-Fi 7 features require Windows 11 SV3 to function properly. (There is no support driver for Windows 10.)** Wi-Fi 7 channels on 6 GHz band availability depends on individual country's regulations.

Expansion and storage

Expansion slots
CPU:, 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x16 (PCIEX16) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x8 (PCIEX8)* The PCIEX8 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16 slot. When the PCIEX8 slot is populated, the PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x8 mode.* The PCIEX16 and PCIEX8 slots can only support a graphics card or an NVMe SSD.If only one graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.Chipset:, 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x4 (PCIEX4)* The PCIEX4 slot shares bandwidth with the M2L_SB connector. The PCIEX4 slot becomes unavailable when a device is installed in the M2L_SB connector.
Storage interface
CPU:, 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 25110/22110/2580/2280 PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU) 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 25110/22110/2580/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2B_CPU)Chipset:, 2 x M.2 connectors (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2P_SB, M2L_SB) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 4~7)Chipset+ASMedia ASM1164 chip:, 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0~3)RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for NVMe SSD storage devicesRAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices

Ports and connectors

USB
Chipset+Intel Thunderbolt 5 Controller:, 2 x Intel Thunderbolt 5 (USB Type-C) ports on the back panel*Support up to 80Gbps with Thunderbolt devices*Support up to 40Gbps with USB4 devices*Support up to 20Gbps with USB 3.2 devicesCPU:, 1 x USB4 USB Type-C port onboard 1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support, available through the internal USB headerChipset:, 1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support, available through the internal USB header 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on the back panelChipset+USB 3.2 Gen 2 Hub:, 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panelChipset+USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub:, 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB headersChipset+USB 2.0 Hub:, 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers
Internal I/O connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors1 x CPU fan header1 x CPU fan/water cooling pump header4 x system fan headers2 x system fan/water cooling pump headers3 x addressable RGB Gen2 LED strip headers1 x RGB LED strip header4 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors1 x front panel header1 x front panel audio header1 x Intel Thunderbolt 4 connector (USB4 USB Type-C port)2 x USB Type-C headers, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 headers2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI V2 module only)1 x power button1 x reset button1 x Q-Flash Plus button1 x reset jumper1 x Clear CMOS jumper2 x temperature sensor headers1 x noise detection header
Back panel connectors
1 x DisplayPort In port1 x HDMI port (Note)2 x audio jacks2 x Intel Thunderbolt 5 connectors (USB Type-C ports)2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports6 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)2 x antenna connectors (2T2R)2 x RJ-45 ports(Note) Actual support may vary by CPU.
I/O controller
iTE I/O Controller Chip

Firmware and software

H/W monitoring
Voltage detectionTemperature detectionFan speed detectionWater cooling flow rate detectionFan fail warningFan speed control* Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install.Noise detection
BIOS
1 x 256 Mbit flashUse of licensed AMI UEFI BIOSPnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique features
Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC)Support for Q-FlashSupport for Q-Flash PlusSupport for Smart Backup
Bundled software
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)LAN bandwidth management software
Operating system
Support for Windows 11 64-bit

Board

Form factor
E-ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 28.5cm

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's published information and may change. Confirm critical values with our sales desk before ordering.

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Platform and pairing

Processor and memory

Supplied by brand rather than listed by model. Name the part you need in your enquiry.

Graphics cards

A spread of current cards, from top tier to entry level. Each card page lists its length and recommended power supply.

Power supplies

Ratings from 400 W to 3000 W. This board's power inputs: 24-pin ATX and 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V. Size the supply to the recommended PSU of the graphics card you fit.

CPU coolers for LGA1851

Coolers whose specifications list socket LGA1851.

  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE GME 240

    GIGABYTE

    GAMING 240

    GP-GIGABYTE GME 240

    • 240 mm
    • 2 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details
  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE GME 240I

    GIGABYTE

    GAMING 240 ICE

    GP-GIGABYTE GME 240I

    • 240 mm
    • 2 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details
  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE EAGLE 360

    GIGABYTE

    EAGLE 360

    GP-GIGABYTE EAGLE 360

    • 360 mm
    • 3 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details

Cabinets for E-ATX boards

Cabinets whose specifications list E-ATX motherboard support.

  • GIGABYTE AC500G

    GIGABYTE

    AORUS C500 GLASS

    AC500G

    • Mid Tower
    • Up to E-ATX
    • 4 x 120 mm ARGB
    View details
  • GIGABYTE GB-C301G

    GIGABYTE

    C301 GLASS

    GB-C301G

    • Mid Tower
    • Up to E-ATX
    • 4 x 120 mm ARGB
    View details
  • GIGABYTE GB-C301G W

    GIGABYTE

    C301 GLASS WHITE

    GB-C301G W

    • Mid Tower
    • Up to E-ATX
    • 4 x 120 mm ARGB
    View details

Parts to plan with this motherboard

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Support

Warranty and repairs

Warranty is as per GIGABYTE’s terms for this model. For products bought from us, call our service team with the invoice number, the model and the product’s serial number.

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Practical notes

  1. Update the BIOS only from the official support page, following the brand’s instructions.
  2. Check the CPU support list for the BIOS version before buying a processor.
  3. Install chipset, LAN and audio drivers from the official support page.

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