Gigabyte Z890 UD WIFI6E Ultra Durable Intel 1851 Socket Motherboard, ATX, 4x DDR5 Slots, 3x M.2 Sockets, 2.5GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 6E, 1x DisplayPort / 1x USB-C (USB4)

GIGABYTE Z890 UD Motherboard (LGA1851, DDR5, USB4, Wi‑Fi 6E)

The GIGABYTE Z890 UD motherboard delivers advanced performance, robust power design, and modern connectivity for Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2). Built with GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ design, it combines high-speed DDR5 memory support, PCIe 5.0 readiness, and intelligent AI tuning for a powerful and future-ready platform.

Key Features

Next‑Gen CPU & Power Design

• Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2) on LGA1851 socket
• Digital twin 12+1+2 phases VRM solution for enhanced system performance and scalability
• New power monitor in HWinfo for real-time CPU power phase monitoring

Infinite Memory Performance

• D5 Bionic Corsa for Infinite Memory Performance
• DDR5 overclocking up to 8800 MT/s
• 4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets, up to 256 GB total (64 GB per DIMM)
• Dual-channel architecture
• Support for:
• ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 (non-ECC mode)
• Non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16
• Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
• CUDIMM memory modules

AI Performance & Overclocking

AORUS AI SNATCH

• AORUS AI SNATCH: Auto-overclocking software by AI model
• AI SNATCH Engine: Advanced AI overclocking model for peak performance

AI-Driven Design & BIOS

• AI-driven PCB design for motherboard signal enhancement
• HyperTune BIOS: AI-driven advanced BIOS optimization technology
• AI Perfdrive: Provides optimal, customized BIOS preset profiles

Durable Performance & Advanced Cooling

GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™

• Built with optimal components inside and out
• Designed for prime performance and long-lasting reliability

Comprehensive Thermal Solution

• VRM Thermal Armor Advanced for power delivery cooling
• M.2 Thermal Guard for SSD heat management
• 3X larger surface area heatsinks for enhanced heat dissipation

Ultra-Fast Storage & PCIe

M.2 & SATA Storage

• 3 x M.2 connectors:
• 1 x PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 (M2A_CPU, type 25110/22110/2580/2280)
• 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 (M2B_CPU, type 25110/22110/2580/2280)
• 1 x SATA & PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 (M2M_SB, type 25110/22110/2580/2280)
• 4 x SATA 6 Gb/s connectors
• RAID 0/1/5/10 support for both NVMe SSD and SATA storage devices

PCIe 5.0 / 4.0 Hardware Design

• 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (PCIEX16, CPU)
• Supports a graphics card or an NVMe SSD
• 2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (x4 mode: PCIEX4_1, PCIEX4_2, Chipset)
• 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (x1 mode: PCIEX1, Chipset)

Future‑Ready Connectivity

USB4 & High-Speed USB

• 1 x USB4 Type‑C port (back panel)
• Up to 40 Gbps transfer speed
• DisplayPort video output, max 3840x2160@144 Hz
• DisplayPort 2.1 support
• Ideal for video editing, large file transfers, and data‑intensive workflows

Other USB connectivity: - 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (red, back panel)
- 6 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 rear, 2 via internal header)
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type‑C (front, via internal header)
- 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 rear, 4 via internal headers)

Fast Networking

• 2.5GbE LAN (Realtek 2.5GbE LAN chip; 2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps)
• 802.11ax Wi‑Fi 6E with 2.4/5/6 GHz support and Bluetooth 5.3
• Intel Wi‑Fi 6E AX211 (PCB rev. 1.0), 11ax 160 MHz
• Realtek Wi‑Fi 6E RTL8852CE (PCB rev. 1.1), 11ax 160 MHz

Benefits: - Gigabit-class wireless performance
- Smooth video streaming and improved gaming experience
- Fewer dropped connections and up to 2.4 Gbps speeds
- Bluetooth 5 with extended range over BT 4.2

Onboard Graphics & Audio

Integrated Graphics (CPU Dependent)

• 1 x USB4 Type‑C (DisplayPort video, up to 3840x2160@144 Hz, DP 2.1)
• 1 x DisplayPort (up to 3840x2160@144 Hz, DP 2.1)
• Graphics specifications may vary by CPU

Hi‑Fi Audio

• Realtek® Audio CODEC
• High Definition Audio
• 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel support
• High-end audio capacitors and Audio Noise Guard
• Jack remapping via audio software for 7.1-channel configuration

Easy‑Friendly Design & Builder Tools

User‑Centric Hardware

• WIFI EZ-Plug:
• Integrates Wi‑Fi antenna plugs into one adapter for quick, easy installation
• EZ-Latch (PCIe x16):
• Quick-release PCIe slot design for easier graphics card removal
• EZ Debug Zone:
• Centralized debug LEDs and control buttons for organized troubleshooting

Intuitive BIOS & Software

• UC BIOS:
• Restructured, user-centered interface with advanced performance tuning
• Friendly UI:
• Multi-theme support
• AIO fan control
• Q-Flash Auto Scan in BIOS and software

Q-Flash & Backup

• Q-Flash Auto Scan:
• Automatically detects BIOS files on USB flash drive
• Q-Flash Plus button on board
• Support for Smart Backup

RGB & Control

• GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC):
• Unified software platform for managing multiple GIGABYTE products
• RGB Fusion:
• Personalize RGB lighting on motherboard and compatible peripherals

Specifications

CPU & Chipset

Memory

Onboard Graphics

Audio

LAN & Wireless

Expansion Slots

Note: PCIEX16 can only support a graphics card or an NVMe SSD. For a single graphics card, install in PCIEX16.

Storage Interfaces

USB Ports

Internal I/O Connectors

• 1 x 24‑pin ATX main power connector
• 2 x 8‑pin ATX 12V power connectors
• 1 x CPU fan header
• 1 x CPU fan/water cooling pump header
• 2 x system fan headers
• 2 x system fan/water cooling pump headers
• 3 x addressable RGB Gen2 LED strip headers
• 1 x RGB LED strip header
• 3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
• 4 x SATA 6 Gb/s connectors
• 1 x front panel header
• 1 x front panel audio header
• 1 x USB Type‑C header (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
• 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
• 2 x Thunderbolt™ add‑in card connectors
• 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (GC‑TPM2.0 SPI/GC‑TPM2.0 SPI 2.0/GC‑TPM2.0 SPI V2 only)
• 1 x serial port header
• 1 x power button
• 1 x reset button
• 1 x Q-Flash Plus button
• 1 x reset jumper
• 1 x Clear CMOS jumper

Back Panel Connectors

• 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
• 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
• 1 x DisplayPort (CPU dependent)
• 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
• 1 x USB4 Type‑C (DisplayPort, CPU dependent)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type‑A (red)
• 1 x RJ‑45 LAN port
• 2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)
• 3 x audio jacks

Note: Actual DisplayPort support may vary by CPU.

I/O Controller & Monitoring

• iTE® I/O Controller chip
• Voltage, temperature, fan speed, and water cooling flow rate detection
• Fan fail warning
• Fan speed control (support depends on installed fan/pump)

BIOS

• 1 x 256 Mbit flash
• AMI UEFI BIOS (licensed)
• PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0

Unique Features & Software

• Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC)
• Available apps and functions vary by model and specifications
• Support for Q-Flash and Q-Flash Plus
• Support for Smart Backup
• Bundled Software:
• Norton® Internet Security (OEM version)
• LAN bandwidth management software

Operating System & Form Factor

The GIGABYTE Z890 UD motherboard combines high-speed DDR5 support, PCIe 5.0 readiness, advanced AI tuning, and extensive connectivity—including USB4, Wi‑Fi 6E, and 2.5GbE LAN—making it a powerful base for modern Intel® Core™ Ultra systems.