ASUS’s ROG Z890 Hero motherboard has been leaked, featuring full PCIe 5.0 x16 support. The board targets Intel’s upcoming Arrow Lake CPUs and includes reinforced slots for heavy GPUs. Images from a distributor reveal a new VRM heatsink design.
Testing with engineering samples shows stable operation at 6000MHz DDR5 and PCIe 5.0 SSDs reaching 14GB/s. VRM temperatures remain below 60°C under load, and BIOS options include advanced overclocking features. Rear I/O includes Thunderbolt 4 and Wi-Fi 7.
The Z890 Hero’s feature set positions it as a flagship choice for enthusiasts building next-gen systems. ASUS’s focus on durability and connectivity may set a new standard for high-end motherboards. Competing boards from MSI and Gigabyte are expected soon.