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Biostar Introduces the Brand-New Z890AX-E Pro Motherboard

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BIOSTAR, a leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, IPC solutions, and storage devices, today is excited to unveil the brand new Z890AX-E PRO motherboard, designed to run the latest Intel Core Ultra (series 2) processors. Packed with powerful technology and user-friendly features, the Z890AX-E PRO is ready to deliver a superior experience to all users.

Tailor-made for users seeking dependable performance across various tasks, from home entertainment and casual gaming to office productivity, the Z890AX-E PRO brings unparalleled reliability and functionality to personal computing. Built on the Intel Z890 single-chip architecture, the Z890AX-E PRO supports the latest Intel Core Ultra 9/7/5 processors, ensuring efficient and seamless multitasking for home and office users. With support for up to 192 GB of DDR5 memory across 4 DIMM slots and PCIe 5.0 M.2 support, this motherboard delivers exceptional performance for running multiple applications, streaming media, or gaming.



Experience unmatched personalization and performance with the Z890AX-E PRO, equipped with 60 A Dr. MOS and BIOSTAR's renowned Digital PWM. This combination ensures smooth overclocking, improved thermal performance, and stable power delivery, making it ideal for both casual gaming and demanding tasks. For those who love customization, the VIVID LED DJ and RGB SYNC deliver vibrant RGB lighting, while the LED ROCK ZONE offers extensive lighting options, supporting a wide array of peripherals with RGB 12 V and ARGB 5 V headers, allowing users to create their unique style with ease.

The Z890AX-E PRO is built for user-friendly performance, combining a sleek design with cutting-edge features that enhance convenience. The new Auto Installer simplifies setup by automatically installing all necessary drivers on Windows OS, ensuring a hassle-free experience. With the innovative M.2 ANCHOR, installing M.2 devices is effortless; just a gentle press makes hardware upgrades quicker and easier. Smart Update further optimizes system management by handling driver updates online, and Smart BIOS Update offers a one-click solution for fast and easy BIOS upgrades, streamlining system maintenance like never before.

The Z890AX-E PRO offers a comprehensive range of connectivity options through its well-equipped rear I/O panel, ensuring versatility and high-speed performance. Featuring Realtek RTL8125D 2.5 GbE LAN, it supports 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s auto-negotiation with half/full duplex capability, providing robust and stable network performance. Additionally, the motherboard is equipped with dual HDMI ports, a DisplayPort, and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C for fast data transfer and flexible peripheral connectivity. For audio, the Realtek ALC1220 codec delivers high-definition 7.1-channel sound, ensuring an immersive audio experience. The Z890AX-E PRO is also prepared for the latest wireless technologies with support for WiFi 7 and 6E modules.

The new BIOSTAR Z890AX-E PRO is ideal for users seeking a reliable, high-performance motherboard that excels in everyday tasks and more demanding applications. With its combination of cutting-edge technology, user-friendly features, and extensive customization options, it offers unparalleled versatility for home, office, and gaming setups alike. Whether streaming media, multitasking, or gaming, the Z890AX-E PRO ensures your system runs smoothly, efficiently, and with the personal touch that today's users demand.

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Eh why does half of the VRM have no Heatsink!?
 
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The lack of I/O Panel Cover is more an issue.
A single 2.5 GBps Ethernet is not really future proof or high end.
 
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The lack of I/O Panel Cover is more an issue.
Probably just includes one in the box, old school. Not that ive used one in awhile.....
A single 2.5 GBps Ethernet is not really future proof or high end.
Most boards still use 1 Gbps, and most home networks are still 1Gbps. Most people do not have 1Gbps internet, and those that do, very few can go past 1 Gbps service. So, by definition, it is future proof and high end.

10gbps copper is a dead end that nobody likes, the future of multi gig is SFP+

Eh why does half of the VRM have no Heatsink!?
Welcome to low end boards. Used to be you didnt get ANY heatsink.
 
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Welcome to low end boards. Used to be you didnt get ANY heatsink.
Yes, but then usually with a powerlimit up to 95W or using components that are throwing out less heat. This seems like it needs cooling... and just doesnt povide it after half length.
 
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Yes, but then usually with a powerlimit up to 95W or using components that are throwing out less heat. This seems like it needs cooling... and just doesnt povide it after half length.
People overestimate how much they need all the time. Back in the day you used to run athlon 64s with 95 watt TDPs with 4 phase VRMs, no cooling, way lower quality then modern VRMs.
 
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People overestimate how much they need all the time. Back in the day you used to run athlon 64s with 95 watt TDPs with 4 phase VRMs, no cooling, way lower quality then modern VRMs.
Yeah, but those weren't spiking massive transients.
 
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Yeah, but those weren't spiking massive transients.
Yes, but current VRMs are total overkill, and modern VRMs are far better then what we were using in the 2000s.

Yeah, sure, the biostar board isnt going to be a good LN2 candidate, but its gonna handle a 155w TDP 285k without issue, and if heat IS a problem, you can still buy VRM heatsinks for pennies.
 
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Yes, but current VRMs are total overkill, and modern VRMs are far better then what we were using in the 2000s.

Yeah, sure, the biostar board isnt going to be a good LN2 candidate, but its gonna handle a 155w TDP 285k without issue, and if heat IS a problem, you can still buy VRM heatsinks for pennies.

VRM heatsinks started to be all about style over function back in the socket 939 days with ASUS A8N32-SLI Deluxe board. That was all bling and didn't work as well and was also the moment Corsair introduced multi colored LEDs on RAM with ye old DDR1. It got completely out of hand when the first ROG boards hit.

When you look at workstation boards for machines that consume gobs of power the heatsinks are vastly more minimal and functional.
 
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