ASUS has launched an impressive lineup of motherboards for both Intel and AMD platforms, aiming to enhance performance and deliver innovative features for gamers, PC builders, and content creators. This release includes the B860 and Z890 series for Intel Core Ultra processors along with the B850, B840, and X870E series for AMD Ryzen CPUs, each offering expanded connectivity and enhanced storage options.
The ASUS B860 series showcases options from the ROG Strix, TUF Gaming, and Prime families, designed to bring enthusiast-grade features to everyday users. These motherboards support advanced technologies like DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0 connectivity, and WiFi 7, ensuring fast networking and data transfer speeds.
All B860 models come equipped with at least one PCIe 5.0 slot, with select models featuring up to four M.2 slots for remarkably quick storage solutions. Certain ROG Strix and TUF Gaming models enhance wireless capabilities further. A 1920×1080 resolution BIOS interface simplifies navigation, complemented by the Q-Dashboard, which visually represents motherboard components to streamline setup. Additional integrated tools such as the ASUS AI Advisor assist users in BIOS configuration and performance enhancement.
Highlighting the B860 series, the ROG Strix B860-F Gaming WiFi model stands out, featuring premium sound quality, Thunderbolt 4 connectivity, and user-friendly installation systems like M.2 Q-Latch and PCIe Q-Release. The TUF Gaming B860-Plus WiFi emphasizes robustness with military-grade components, sophisticated cooling solutions, and a USB 20Gbps Type-C port. Meanwhile, the Prime B860-Plus WiFi delivers extensive expansion options with five PCIe slots and onboard WiFi 6E.
For high-performance builders, ASUS also introduces Z890 models like the ROG Maximus Z890 Hero BTF and the ROG Strix Z890-H Gaming WiFi, which are designed to support overclocking with three PCIe x16 slots.
The B850 and B840 series target AMD Ryzen processors, featuring expanded connectivity and storage capabilities. The ROG Strix boards boast premium constructions, while the TUF Gaming models prioritize reliability. The Prime B840 series serves as an economical choice, providing solid performance without the need for overclocking.
Premium B850 models offer WiFi 7 support for high-speed wireless connections. The ROG Strix B850 motherboards incorporate PCIe 5.0 for graphics and SSDs, along with DDR5 support for overclocking. Features like Q-Latch and BIOS FlashBack streamline the installation process and updates, with military-grade components ensuring longevity in TUF Gaming models.
Key offerings in the B850 series include the ROG Strix B850-E Gaming WiFi, which combines a robust VRM design with multiple PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots and superior audio quality powered by SupremeFX. The TUF Gaming B850M-Plus WiFi caters to compact builds while providing high-end capabilities such as USB 20Gbps Type-C ports and advanced VRM cooling. The Prime B840-Plus WiFi is optimized for energy efficiency with three M.2 slots and integrated graphics support.
Performance enthusiasts can explore the ROG Crosshair X870E Apex, an overclocking-focused motherboard designed for extreme performance, alongside the forthcoming ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme.
Both Intel and AMD motherboards feature ASUS’s enhanced BIOS interface equipped with Q-Dashboard for easy visualization of motherboard layouts. The ASUS AI Advisor guides users step-by-step, making these motherboards accessible to both novice and experienced builders.
