Description
Built for demanding creators in South Africa; unlock unparalleled performance and connectivity for your workstation with advanced power delivery and robust Wi-Fi 7.
Quick Specs
- Empower your workflow with robust VRM and power delivery for stable, high-performance Intel processors.
- Experience lightning-fast data transfers and next-gen connectivity with Wi-Fi 7 and ample USB ports.
- Built to last with premium components and a durable ATX form factor designed for professional workstations.
- Seamlessly integrate into your creative ecosystem with comprehensive BIOS support and manageability features.
- Optimised for Windows 11, ensuring compatibility and peak performance for your demanding applications.
Master your creative domain with the Asus ProArt Z890-Creator WIFI motherboard
Designed for the discerning South African creator, this ATX motherboard is the bedrock of a high-performance workstation. It caters to professionals who demand reliability, speed, and seamless integration for their intensive creative tasks, from 3D rendering and video editing to complex data analysis. If your work involves pushing the boundaries of what's possible, this Asus Z890 motherboard is engineered to meet and exceed those expectations, providing a stable and powerful platform for your most demanding projects. It is not merely a component; it is an enabler of innovation for your creative workstation.
Unleash processing power without compromise on this ProArt motherboard
At the core of the ProArt Z890-Creator WIFI lies a meticulously engineered power delivery system. Its robust voltage regulator modules (VRMs) are designed to provide stable, clean power to the latest Intel processors socketed for LGA1851. This ensures that even during sustained, heavy workloads, your CPU operates at peak efficiency, preventing thermal throttling and maintaining consistent performance. For creators who rely on the raw power of their CPU for complex simulations, encoding, or rendering, this DDR5 motherboard offers the assurance of unwavering stability and optimal performance. The commitment to superior power delivery is fundamental to its design ethos for professional use.
Connectivity built for the speed of creation
In the fast-paced world of content creation, speed is paramount. This Asus motherboard is equipped with cutting-edge connectivity, including Wi-Fi 7 support, providing exceptional wireless speeds and reduced latency, ideal for large file transfers and real-time collaboration. A comprehensive array of USB ports, including USB Type-C® with power delivery capabilities, ensures that you can connect all your essential peripherals and external storage devices without compromise. The inclusion of multiple high-speed ports means that you spend less time waiting for data and more time creating. This focus on connectivity is crucial for a fluid and efficient workflow in any creative setup.
Durability and reliability for professional demands
The Asus ProArt Z890-Creator WIFI is constructed with premium-grade components and a focus on longevity. Its ATX form factor allows for ample space, facilitating better airflow and easier component installation, which are vital for maintaining optimal operating temperatures. The rigorous testing and quality control synonymous with the Asus brand mean that this motherboard is built to withstand the rigours of professional use, ensuring a reliable foundation for your workstation for years to come. The investment in durability translates directly into peace of mind and reduced downtime for your critical operations.
An intelligent platform for the modern creative
Optimised for Windows 11, this motherboard ensures a smooth and efficient user experience, leveraging the latest operating system features for enhanced productivity. The 256 Mb Flash ROM with UEFI AMI BIOS provides a powerful and intuitive interface for system configuration and optimisation. Features like Wake-on-LAN (WOL) by PME and PXE boot capabilities add layers of manageability, making it an ideal choice for networked environments or remote system access. This blend of advanced hardware and intelligent software features makes the ProArt Z890-Creator WIFI a cornerstone of any professional creative setup, supporting DDR5 memory.
FEATURES:
- Drive the most demanding Intel LGA1851 processors with confidence, thanks to an advanced VRM design and ample power delivery for sustained peak performance.
- Experience revolutionary wireless performance with integrated Wi-Fi 7, alongside a suite of high-speed USB ports, including USB Type-C® with power delivery.
- Rely on the robust ATX form factor and premium components to ensure the longevity and stability required for continuous professional operation.
- Effortlessly manage your system and ensure compatibility with Windows 11 and an intuitive UEFI BIOS, featuring essential manageability functions like WOL and PXE.
- Enjoy enhanced thermal performance and ease of build with a thoughtfully designed ATX layout, supporting efficient cooling for all your high-end components.
SPECIFICATIONS:
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CPU
- Support Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2), LGA1851
- Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
- Chipset: Intel® Z890 Chipset
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Memory
- 4 x DIMM slots, max. 256GB, DDR5
- Support up to 9066+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC, Un-buffered, Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)
- Dual Channel Memory Architecture
- Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module
- ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III(AEMPIII)
- Support DIMM Fit
- Support DIMM Flex
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Graphics
- 1 x HDMI™ port
- 2 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 5 ports (USB Type-C®) support DisplayPort and Thunderbolt™ video outputs
- 1 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 ports (USB Type-C®) support DisplayPort and Thunderbolt™ video outputs
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Expansion Slots
- Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
- 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slots (supports x16 or x8/x8 modes)
- Intel® Z890 Chipset
- 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
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Storage
- Total supports 5 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports*
- Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) *
- M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
- M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
- Intel® Z890 Chipset
- M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
- M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 modes)
- M.2_5 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes)**
- 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
- * Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10, M.2 slot from CPU only supports RAID 0/1/5.
- ** M.2_5 slot shares bandwidth with PCIe 4.0 x16 slot. When M.2_5 slot is operating, PCIe 4.0 x16 slot will be disabled.
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Ethernet
- 1 x Marvell® AQtion 10Gb Ethernet
- 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet
- ASUS LANGuard
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Wireless & Bluetooth
- Wi-Fi 7*
- 2x2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
- Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band**
- Support Wi-Fi 7 320MHz bandwidth, up to 5.8Gbps transfer rate.
- Bluetooth® v5.4***
- *Wi-Fi features may vary depending on the operating system
- For Windows 11, Wi-Fi 7 will require 24H2 or later version for full functions, Windows 11 21H2/22H2/23H2 only supports Wi-Fi 6E.
- For Windows 10, only Wi-Fi 6 is supported.
- ** Wi-Fi 6GHz frequency band and bandwidth regulatory may vary between countries.
- *** The Bluetooth® version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications.
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USB
- Rear USB (Total 10 ports)
- 2 x Thunderbolt™ 5 ports (2 x USB Type-C®)
- 1 x USB4 / Thunderbolt™ port (1 x USB Type-C®)
- 6 x USB 10Gbps ports (6 x Type-A )
- 1 x USB 2.0 port (1 x Type-A )
- Front USB (Total 5 ports)
- 1 x USB 20Gbps (supports USB Type-C®)
- 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
- 1 x USB 2.0 header supports 2 additional USB 2.0 ports
- USB Type-C® power delivery output: max. 5V/3A
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Audio
- Realtek ALC1220P 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC*
- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
- Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in)
- Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback*Audio Features
- Gold-plated audio jacks
- Premium audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
- * Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1 Surround Sound audio.
- ** A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output.
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Back Panel I/O Ports
- 2 x Thunderbolt™ 5 USB Type-C® ports
- 1 x USB4 / Thunderbolt™ Type-C®port
- 6 x USB 10Gbps ports (6 x Type-A)
- 1 x USB 2.0 port (1 x Type-A)
- 1 x DisplayPort (Input only)
- 1 x HDMI™ port
- 1 x Wi-Fi module1 x Marvell® AQtion 10Gb Ethernet port
- 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet port
- 2 x Gold-plated audio jacks
- 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button
- 2 x Thunderbolt™ 5 USB Type-C® ports
- 1 x USB4 / Thunderbolt™ Type-C®port
- 6 x USB 10Gbps ports (6 x Type-A)
- 1 x USB 2.0 port (1 x Type-A)
- 1 x DisplayPort (Input only)
- 1 x HDMI™ port
- 1 x Wi-Fi module1 x Marvell® AQtion 10Gb Ethernet port
- 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet port
- 2 x Gold-plated audio jacks
- 1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button
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Fan and Cooling Related
- 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
- 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
- 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
- 5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
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Power Related
- 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
- 2 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connector
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Storage Related
- 5 x M.2 slots (Key M)
- 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
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USB
- 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C)
- 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
- 1 x USB 2.0 header supports 2 additional USB 2.0 ports
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Miscellaneous
- 3 x Addressable Gen2 headers
- 1 x Clear CMOS button
- 1 x COM Port header
- 1 x CPU Over voltage jumper
- 1 x Chassis Intrusion header
- 1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO)
- 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1 pin)
- 1 x 10-1 pin Front System Panel header
- 1 x Thermal Sensor header
- Special Features
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ASUS 5X PROTECTION III
- DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)
- ESD Guards
- LANGuard
- Overvoltage protection
- SafeSlot
- Stainless-steel back I/O
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ASUS Q-Design
- M.2 Q-Latch
- M.2 Q-Release
- M.2 Q-Slide
- Q-Release Slim (with PCIe SafeSlot)
- Q-Antenna
- Q-Connector
- Q-Dashboard
- Q-DIMM
- Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])
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ASUS Thermal Solution
- M.2 heatsink backplate
- M.2 heatsink
- VRM heatsink design
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ASUS EZ DIY
- BIOS FlashBack™ button
- BIOS FlashBack™ LED
- Box headers
- Clear CMOS button
- CPU Socket lever protector
- ProCool II
- Pre-mounted I/O shield
- SafeDIMM
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Aura Sync
- Addressable Gen2 headers
- BIOS: 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
- Manageability: WOL by PME, PXE
- Operating System: Windows 11 (22H2 & later)
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Form Factor:
- ATX Form Factor
- 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm
WHAT'S IN THE BOX:
- Asus ProArt Z890-Creator WIFI Intel LGA1851 ATX Motherboard - Black x1
- SATA 6Gb/s cables x2
- ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna x1
- Q-connector x1
- M.2 Q-Latch packages x2
- M.2 rubber packages x2
- ProArt accessory bag x1
- ACC Express activation key card x1
- Quick start guide x1
Why Asus?
Asus ProArt motherboards are the trusted choice for South African creators who demand uncompromising performance and stability. With a legacy of innovation and rigorous quality control, Asus delivers the reliable foundation your professional workflow requires, empowering you to bring your most ambitious projects to life.
Payment methods
Refund Policy
Returns Policy
Returns:
If a client is not satisfied with a purchase, it can be returned within seven days of the delivery for a full refund, less the shipping costs. Full refunds will only be issued if products are returned unopened and with all packaging and any other materials that were part of the original purchase. The following restriction will apply for returns:
- Should an opened product be returned, a 20% re-stocking fee will be charged, provided that all the original packaging and all materials are provided with it.
- Please note that we as Raion Connect (PTY) Ltd will not accept any items back for credit or replacement if the packaging is not complete, this includes and is not limited to boxes, documentation, cables, accessories, etc
- Goods returned in opened packaging need to be returned in a condition that is fit for resale. Software and consumables can only be returned if they have not been opened.
- Certain hardware items and all custom/special orders may only be returned for replacement and not for refund and will incur a 20% handling fee.
- Electronic license cannot be returned, therefore client need to ensure they are purchasing the correct item before concluding the transaction, if further information is required around the item, please contact us on shop@raioncx.co.za.
- All products being shipped back to Raion Connect should be carefully packed in protective materials where necessary. The package should have the order number and return address clearly marked.
- Should a product be damaged while being shipped to our offices; Raion Connect will not be liable for the damages. It is recommended to insure any items that you send to us.
Replacements:
All products sold by Raion Connect (PTY) Ltd are covered under our 7 day guarantee against defects. Items may be returned for refund or replacement subject to manufacturer and/or Raion Connect (PTY) Ltd restrictions.
Defective items may be returned for refund or replacement subject to the following restrictions:
- All products must be returned in original condition including packaging, documentation, warranty cards, manuals, and accessories.
- Software is non-refundable unless returned unopened in their original packaging with documentation. Where the license key is exposed on software packages we will not accept the return of these packages.
- All returns must be shipped freight prepaid.
- Any returns found to be non-defective are subject to a restocking fee of 15% and all non-product related fees (shipping, transaction and insurance) are not refundable.
- Delivery fees will not be refunded for returns or for collecting of faulty items
- The manufacturer warranty will not apply if the product shows evidence of:
- impact, sand, liquid or moisture damage
- dropping, mishandling, or tampering
- battery or chemical corrosion
- damage caused by connected equipment
- use contrary to the applicable instruction manual
- wrong configuration of equipment
- Unaccredited third party repairs, configuration or maintenance on equipment.
- Modification of any parts or enhancement not approved by the manufacturer
Stock availability
- We are not a stock holding company and the stock availability for some of the items shown on our eCommerce site are from lists that are imported every morning or when available from suppliers.
- Stock quantities are thus a reflection of the previous days stock count at close of business.
- Although we will try our utmost to keep stock availability up to date we cannot be held responsible if a product becomes out of stock with our suppliers but our site still shows availability.
- A lot of the products on our eCommerce site shows "Limited Availability". For these products we are not sure of the availability of stock from our suppliers and will need to revert to you are the delivery ETA.
Shipping
- Shipping costs are calculated on the volumetric weight.
- Couriers don’t give an exact time of day for the delivery but will deliver between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
- No Deliveries will take place on weekends or public holidays
- Deliveries are made via courier (Door to Door)
- The couriers require someone to be at the address provided to accept the delivery otherwise the goods will be returned and this will delay you receiving your goods on time.
- Provide contact numbers and contact persons receiving the goods
- No deliveries to a Postal Box
- Delivery ETA’s depend on stock availability but you will be informed if the item you require is out of stock and may take longer than the above lead times.
- Orders are processed from when the payment is received and reflects in our account.
- We do not deliver outside of South Africa, but you may arrange for a courier service to collect from us or an appointed collection point when the goods have been invoiced and ready for collection.
- Orders placed on weekends or public holidays are processed the following business day.
- Raion Connect reserve the right to part ship goods on all orders to the customer and to invoice each shipment separately, unless otherwise stipulated by the customer. This is to make sure that the customer receive their stock in a fast and efficient manner..