ASRock Z890 Taichi AQUA: High-End Performance with Advanced Port Options

The ASRock Z890 Taichi AQUA motherboard is designed to meet the needs of high-performance computing, supporting Intel® Core™ Super Processors (2nd Series) with the LGA1851 socket. It features an advanced power design with 28+1+2+1+1 power phases for Vcore and 110A SPS to ensure stable power delivery, especially for overclocking enthusiasts. This motherboard supports 4 x DDR5 DIMMs with dual-channel configuration and overclocking capabilities of up to 9600+.

For expansion, the Z890 Taichi AQUA includes two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots and one PCIe 4.0 x16 slot, enabling compatibility with the latest high-performance graphics cards and other expansion devices. Its graphics output options include two Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C ports, providing fast data transfer and support for high-resolution displays.

This motherboard is equipped with advanced audio and storage options. It features the Realtek ALC4082 5.1 CH HD Audio Codec, ESS SABRE9219 DAC, WIMA Audio Capacitors, and Nahimic Audio technology for high-quality sound. For storage, it supports four SATA3 ports, two Blazing M.2 slots (PCIe Gen5 x4), three Hyper M.2 slots (PCIe Gen4 x4), and one Hyper M.2 slot (PCIe Gen4 x4 and SATA3) to offer rapid data access.

In terms of connectivity, the Z890 Taichi AQUA boasts multiple USB and Thunderbolt™ ports. It includes two Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C ports on the back, two USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C ports on the front, and various USB 3.2 Gen1 and Gen2 ports for versatile peripheral support. Additionally, it offers Marvell 10Gbps LAN and 5Gbps LAN, alongside Killer 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth, ensuring fast and reliable network connections.

With support for memory overclocking shields, 1000uF 20K capacitors, and an EZ release design, the ASRock Z890 Taichi AQUA is a robust and future-proof motherboard for users looking to push their systems to the limit.