ASROCK Z890 TAICHI LITE

ASROCK Z890 TAICHI LITE
The ASROCK Z890 TAICHI LITE motherboard for the Intel 1851 socket is a high-performance ATX solution with an Intel Z890 chipset, designed for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors. It features an advanced 20+1+2+1+1 phase power design with a 110A Smart Power Stage for VCore, ensuring stable and efficient power delivery even during demanding overclocking. The board supports up to 9600MHz (OC) DDR5 memory via four slots in dual-channel configuration and offers extensive storage options, including six M.2 slots (one PCIe Gen5, the rest Gen4) and four SATA III connectors. It also comes with two PCIe x16 slots (5.0 and 4.0), Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 4/USB4, dual LAN (5Gbps and 2.5Gbps), and high-end audio technology with an ESS SABRE9219 DAC for a Hi-Fi sound experience.
Key features of the ASROCK Z890 TAICHI LITE motherboard
- 20+1+2+1+1 phase power with 110A Smart Power Stage for stable performance and extreme overclocking
- Eight-layer server-grade low-loss PCB with a 2oz copper layer to ensure PCIe 5.0 support
- Six M.2 slots, including one PCIe Gen5 with speeds of up to 128Gb/s and large screwless heatsinks
- Dual LAN connectivity with Realtek 5Gbps and 2.5Gbps ports for a fast and stable network connection
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with Multi-link Operation and two Thunderbolt 4/USB4 ports with 40Gbps speed
- High-end audio with ESS SABRE9219 DAC, 130dB signal-to-noise ratio, and support for up to 600Ω headphones
- Support for overclocking DDR5 memory up to 9600MHz with Intel XMP and AMD EXPO profiles
Powerful design and premium components
The foundation is a robust 20+1+2+1+1 phase power design equipped with Smart Power Stage (Dr.MOS) technology, which monitors the current and temperature of each phase to ensure a smooth and clean power supply to the processor with excellent overclocking capabilities. 20000 1000uF capacitors support system stability. The eight-layer PCB construction uses server-grade low-loss technology and a 2oz copper layer, which improves signal integrity and enables PCIe 5.0 support for both the graphics card and M.2 SSD. This solution also maximises the DDR5 memory overclocking potential to achieve extreme performance.
Memory capabilities
Four DDR5 slots support dual-channel and overclocking up to a frequency exceeding 9600MHz, thanks to support for Intel XMP and AMD EXPO profiles. The Memory OC Shield function ensures stable and reliable operation even during demanding memory overclocking. Pre-set profiles make overclocking easy without complex manual adjustments, and the system is optimised for maximum performance with compatible memory modules.
Expanded storage and cooling options
The board has six M.2 slots, one of which supports the PCIe 5.0 standard with transfer speeds of up to 128Gb/s, while the remaining slots use PCIe Gen4. One of the M.2 slots is a hybrid with SATA III support. The M.2 slots are equipped with large aluminium heatsinks featuring a quick-release mechanism for easy, tool-free installation. The M.2 bottom heatsinks efficiently dissipate heat through the PCB, maximising the performance and stability of SSDs. Additionally, there are four SATA III connectors with RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 support.
Audiovisual experience and lighting
The audio section is built around the Realtek ALC4082 codec with 5.1 channel support, complemented by an ESS SABRE9219 DAC chip that delivers true Hi-Fi audio with a 130dB signal-to-noise ratio and support for headphones up to 600Ω impedance. WIMA Audio capacitors and Nahimic Audio technology ensure clear sound without digital signal distortion. The graphics outputs consist of HDMI 2.1 and two Thunderbolt 4 ports. The Polychrome RGB system allows you to synchronise RGB LED devices via integrated RGB headers and addressable RGB headers (supports WS2812B strips up to 80 LEDs and standard 5050 RGB strips). Official SignalRGB support provides advanced lighting control with game responsiveness, macro automation, and system monitoring.
Port configuration
Storage
- Number of SATA III: 4
- Number of M.2: 6
- M.2 Slot - 1× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen5
- M.2 Slot - 5× M.2 PCI-E NVMe Gen4
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 4 (2 headers)
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1: 4 (2 headers)
- Internal USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2: 1 (1 header)
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 1: 4
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2: 4
- Rear Thunderbolt 4: 2
Graphics
- HDMI 2.1
- Graphics outputs: HDMI 2.1, Thunderbolt
Sound
- Number of channels: 8.0
- Rear connectors: 3.5mm Jack, Optical S/PDIF
Other
- Rear: Wi-Fi antenna
- Power: 24-pin
- Internal: TPM connector, RGB LED headers
Specifications
Socket and chipset
Format & functions
Memory
Advanced parameters
Connectors
Compatibility
Colour
| Code: | ASz890t4 |
| Warranty: | 36 months |
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