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ASRock Z890 Taichi Lite
Overview
Unleash the Power of Intel Core Ultra
The ASRock Z890 Taichi Lite is a premium ATX motherboard engineered for Intel's latest Core Ultra processors (LGA1851). It combines cutting-edge connectivity, robust power delivery, and extensive storage options to satisfy enthusiasts, gamers, and content creators who demand top-tier performance.
Key Features
- Next-Gen Platform: Intel Z890 chipset with LGA1851 socket, ready for Intel Core Ultra series CPUs.
- Blazing-Fast Memory: Four DDR5 slots support up to 256GB, with overclocking speeds reaching DDR5-9600+ (OC) via XMP profiles.
- PCIe 5.0 Ready: One PCIe 5.0 x16 slot from the CPU for the latest graphics cards, plus a PCIe 4.0 x16 slot from the chipset.
- Massive Storage: Six M.2 NVMe slots (one PCIe 5.0 x4, five PCIe 4.0 x4) and four SATA III ports. One M.2 slot also supports SATA mode for flexibility.
- Advanced Networking: Dual LAN with 5 GbE (Realtek RTL8126) and 2.5 GbE (Dragon RTL8125) for ultra-fast wired connections. Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 provide cutting-edge wireless performance.
- Thunderbolt 4 & USB: Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports on the back panel deliver 40Gbps transfer speeds. Additional USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C, Gen 2 Type-A, and Gen 1 Type-A ports cover all peripherals.
- High-Fidelity Audio: Realtek ALC4082 codec with ESS SABRE9219 DAC ensures pristine sound quality for gaming and content creation.
- Convenient Controls: BIOS Flashback and Clear CMOS buttons on the rear I/O simplify system maintenance.
Performance and Use Cases
With a robust VRM design and advanced cooling solutions, the Z890 Taichi Lite handles heavy workloads with ease. It's perfect for high-end gaming rigs, 4K content creation, and professional productivity tasks. The combination of PCIe 5.0, DDR5-9600+, and Thunderbolt 4 ensures future-proofing for years to come.
Whether you're building a dream gaming PC or a powerful workstation, the ASRock Z890 Taichi Lite delivers the features and reliability you need.
Key Specifications
Form Factor: ATX
Socket: LGA 1851
RAM Type: DDR5 (non-ECC, unbuffered), supports overclocking / XMP, DDR5-9600+ (OC) max RAM speed
Max. RAM: 256 GB
RAM Slots: 4
Chipset: Intel Z890
Connectivity
1 × PCIe 5.0 ×16 (from CPU), 1 × PCIe 4.0 ×16 (via chipset), 6 × M.2 NVMe slots total, • M.2_1: PCIe 5.0 ×4, • Others: PCIe 4.0 ×4 (5 of them), • One of the M.2_3 slot supports SATA mode as well, 4 × SATA III (6 Gb/s) ports, Networking: 1 × 5 GbE (Realtek RTL8126) + 1 × 2.5 GbE (Dragon / RTL8125), Wi-Fi / Bluetooth: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) + Bluetooth 5.4, Audio: Realtek ALC4082 codec, with ESS SABRE9219 DAC (for enhanced output)
Back Panel I/O
2 × Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C / USB4 / 40 Gbps), 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (front internal header), 4 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 4 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 2 × USB 2.0, 1 × HDMI 2.1 (with FRL / for iGPU output), DisplayPort via USB-C (on TB4 ports), 1 × RJ-45 5 GbE LAN, 2 × WiFi antenna connectors, Audio jacks + optical S/PDIF-OUT output, 1 × BIOS Flashback button, 1 × Clear CMOS button
Onboard USB Headers: 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 front-panel Type-C via internal header
2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 internal headers
2 × USB 2.0 internal headers
Detailed Parameters
- Platform:
- Intel
- Socket:
- LGA 1851
- RAM Type:
- DDR5
- Number of RAM Slots:
- 4
- Maximum RAM/slot:
- 64
- Maximum RAM Capacity in GB:
- 256
- PCI Express Version:
- 5
- Form Factor:
- ATX
- Maximum RAM Speed in MHz:
- 9600
Pros
- Supports DDR5-9600+ overclocking for extreme memory performance
- Six M.2 slots including PCIe 5.0 for massive storage flexibility
- Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports with 40Gbps transfer speeds
- Dual LAN (5G + 2.5G) and Wi-Fi 7 for top-tier connectivity
- Premium audio solution with ESS DAC for immersive sound
Cons
- Only four SATA ports, which may be limiting for users with many SATA drives
- No PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot for the second M.2, only the first one
- LGA1851 socket is new, requiring a compatible Intel Core Ultra CPU
Frequently Asked Questions
What CPU socket does the ASRock Z890 Taichi Lite use?
It uses the LGA1851 socket, designed for Intel Core Ultra processors (Arrow Lake-S).
Does the ASRock Z890 Taichi Lite support DDR5 memory overclocking?
Yes, it supports DDR5 overclocking with XMP profiles, reaching speeds up to DDR5-9600+ (OC).
How many M.2 slots does the ASRock Z890 Taichi Lite have?
It has six M.2 slots: one PCIe 5.0 x4 and five PCIe 4.0 x4. One of the PCIe 4.0 slots also supports SATA mode.
Does the ASRock Z890 Taichi Lite include Wi-Fi and Bluetooth?
Yes, it comes with Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) and Bluetooth 5.4.
What is the maximum RAM capacity of the ASRock Z890 Taichi Lite?
It supports up to 256GB of DDR5 memory across four slots, with each slot supporting up to 64GB.