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GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS Tachyon ICE Intel Core Ultra

Motherboard • GIGABYTE • $ 590.52

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Unleash the Power of Intel Core Ultra

The GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS Tachyon ICE is a flagship E-ATX motherboard engineered for enthusiasts and overclockers who demand the absolute best from their Intel Core Ultra 200-series processors. Built on the Intel Z890 chipset with an LGA1851 socket, this board is a testament to GIGABYTE's commitment to pushing hardware to its limits.

Designed for Extreme Overclocking

The Tachyon series is renowned for its overclocking pedigree, and the ICE edition takes it further with a pristine white aesthetic that stands out in any build. It features a robust VRM design with premium components to deliver clean, stable power for CPU and memory overclocking. With support for DDR5 memory up to an astonishing 9600MHz (OC), you can extract every ounce of performance from your RAM. The board also supports Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO profiles for easy one-click overclocking.

Next-Gen Connectivity and Storage

Connectivity is future-proof with dual PCIe 5.0 x16 slots (running at x16 or x8/x8) for multi-GPU setups, plus a PCIe 4.0 x16 slot from the chipset. Storage is equally impressive with five M.2 slots, including support for PCIe 5.0 x4 SSDs, ensuring lightning-fast load times and data transfers. Four SATA 6Gb/s ports provide additional legacy storage options.

Networking is handled by Intel's 5GbE LAN (i226-V) for ultra-low latency online gaming and high-speed file transfers. The rear I/O panel includes a USB4 40Gbps Type-C port, multiple USB 3.2 Gen 2 and Gen 1 ports, and two Thunderbolt 4 headers for expansive connectivity. Video output is covered with HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 2.1 for integrated graphics.

Premium Audio and Build Quality

The Realtek ALC1220 audio codec delivers high-fidelity sound for an immersive gaming experience. GIGABYTE has also included convenient features like Q-Flash Plus for BIOS recovery without a CPU, PCIe slot protection, and a Clear CMOS button on the rear I/O. The all-white PCB and heatsinks make it a centerpiece for themed builds.

Who Is It For?

This motherboard is ideal for hardcore enthusiasts, benchmarkers, and PC builders who want a top-tier platform for Intel Core Ultra 200 series CPUs. Whether you're gaming at 4K, creating content, or pushing world records, the Z890 AORUS Tachyon ICE provides the foundation you need.

Key Specifications

Form Factor: E-ATX

Socket: LGA1851

RAM Type: DDR5 (dual-channel, XMP 3.0 & EXPO supported, overclocking focused)

Max. RAM: 192GB

RAM Slots: 4

Chipset: Intel Z890

Connectivity

1X PCIe 5.0 x16 (CPU, primary GPU slot), 1X PCIe 5.0 x16 (CPU, operates at x8 when both slots used), 1X PCIe 4.0 x16 (chipset, operates at x4 mode), 5X M.2 slots (PCIe 5.0 x4 and PCIe 4.0 x4 supported across slots), 4X SATA 6 Gb/s ports, 1X Intel 5 GbE LAN (via Intel i226-V), 1X USB4 40Gbps Type-C (rear), 2X Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 headers (onboard), Realtek ALC1220 audio codec

Back Panel IO

1X USB4 40Gbps Type-C, 2X USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10Gbps), 2X USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gbps), 4X USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (5Gbps), 1X Intel 5 GbE LAN, 1X HDMI 2.1 (for iGPU output), 1X DisplayPort 2.1 (for iGPU output), 1X BIOS FlashBack button, 1X Clear CMOS button, 5X 3.5mm audio jacks + 1X optical S/PDIF out

Onboard USB Headers: 1X USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C header (20Gbps) 1X USB 3.2 Gen 1 header (supports 2 ports) 2X USB 2.0 headers (supports 4 ports total) 2X Thunderbolt 4 headers

Audio: Realtek ALC1220 HD Audio Codec

Special Features: PCIe slot protection, Q-Flash Plus, overclocking-focused design (Tachyon series), DDR5 extreme OC support, robust VRM for Core Ultra 200 series

Detailed Parameters

Platform:: Intel
Socket:: LGA1851
RAM Type:: DDR5
Number of RAM Slots:: 4
Maximum RAM/slot:: 48
Maximum RAM Capacity in GB:: 192
PCI Express Version:: 5
Form Factor:: E-ATX
Maximum RAM Speed in MHz:: 9600

Where to Buy

Amazon

Pros

Extreme DDR5 overclocking support up to 9600MHz
Robust VRM design for Intel Core Ultra 200 series
Dual PCIe 5.0 x16 slots for multi-GPU
Five M.2 slots including PCIe 5.0 support
Premium white aesthetic with high-quality components

Cons

E-ATX form factor may not fit smaller cases
High price point for mainstream users
Limited SATA ports (only 4) compared to some rivals

Frequently Asked Questions

What CPU socket does the GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS Tachyon ICE use?

It uses the LGA1851 socket, designed for Intel Core Ultra 200-series processors.

Does the Z890 AORUS Tachyon ICE support DDR5 memory overclocking?

Yes, it supports DDR5 overclocking up to 9600MHz and is compatible with Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO profiles.

How many M.2 slots are available on this motherboard?

There are five M.2 slots, with support for PCIe 5.0 x4 and PCIe 4.0 x4 SSDs.

What connectivity options does the rear I/O include?

It includes USB4 40Gbps Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, Intel 5GbE LAN, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 2.1, and audio jacks.

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