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ROG Maximus Z890 Hero
ASUS ROG Maximus Z890 Hero is the exact 90MB1ID0-M0QAY0 ATX LGA1851/Z890 DDR5 motherboard. This sheet keeps its CPU platform, storage topology, networking, firmware controls and merchant state separate from similarly named siblings.

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EXACT MOTHERBOARD SHEET
MPN-specific identity, platform, expansion and buyer guidance
Confirmed specifications
- MPN: 90MB1ID0-M0QAY0
- Socket / chipset: LGA1851 · Z890
- CPU support: Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
- Form factor: ATX
- Memory: 4 × DDR5 · up to 256 GB · XMP / AEMP III
- Expansion: PCIe 5.0 x16
- Storage: 6 × M.2 · 4 × SATA
- Networking: 5 GbE + 2.5 GbE · Wi-Fi 7
- USB / I/O: 2 × Thunderbolt 4 Type-C
- BIOS update: BIOS FlashBack
Compatibility check
MPN: 90MB1ID0-M0QAY0
Platform: LGA1851 · Z890 · DDR5 · ATX
Amazon.ca ASIN: B0DGWWRTPV
- Socket LGA1851 is mandatory; a neighbouring board name or chipset does not make another CPU generation compatible.
- DDR5 overclocking and maximum stable capacity depend on CPU, DIMM population, BIOS and the exact board QVL.
- M.2 and full-length slots may share lanes; verify the exact manual before populating every storage and expansion connector.
Good choice for
- Intel Core Ultra Series 2 builds that explicitly support this exact board and firmware.
- Buyers who will use the documented Z890 storage, networking and USB features rather than paying for unused expansion.
- ATX cases with the exact standoff layout, front-panel connectors and expansion clearance verified before purchase.
Real limitations
- Socket LGA1851 is mandatory; a neighbouring board name or chipset does not make another CPU generation compatible.
- DDR5 overclocking and maximum stable capacity depend on CPU, DIMM population, BIOS and the exact board QVL.
- M.2 and full-length slots may share lanes; verify the exact manual before populating every storage and expansion connector.
Alternatives
- A B860 board when Z890 expansion and tuning controls are unnecessary.
- An existing B860M exact sheet for a smaller LGA1851 case.
- An AM5 B850 board when Ryzen platform longevity is preferred.
FAQ
Questions about this exact motherboard
How do I verify the exact ROG Maximus Z890 Hero?
Match ASUS, model ROG Maximus Z890 Hero, MPN 90MB1ID0-M0QAY0, socket LGA1851 and chipset Z890.
Which CPU is compatible?
This sheet locks the LGA1851 socket. Also verify the manufacturer CPU-support list and BIOS version before buying.
Which memory does it need?
This board uses DDR5. Stable speed depends on the CPU, BIOS, DIMM population and exact QVL.
Do all ports run at full speed together?
Not necessarily. Check the exact manual's PCIe, M.2 and SATA lane-sharing table.
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