MICRO CENTER CPU Motherbard Combo -Ultra7 265K 20-Cores Unlocked Gaming Desktop Processor with Asus Z890 AYW Gaming WiFi W LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard
Original price was: $284.99.$78.99Current price is: $78.99.
Price: $284.99 - $78.99
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Product description
Ultra 7 265K + asus Z890 AYW Gaming WiFi W 
1)Ultra 7 265K Desktop Processor
The Core Ultra desktop processors (series 2) are the ultimate desktop and entry workstation platform, engineered to unlock new levels of intelligent performance for the most demanding daily tasks
2)asus Z890 AYW Gaming WiFi W
The Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W motherboard provides users and PC DIY builders with a range of performance optimizations via intuitive software and firmware features. It’s designed to be Advanced AI PC-ready, offering the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications
Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
Ultra 7 265K Desktop Processor
These processors are desktop powerhouses, featuring up to 20 cores with new P-core and E-core architecture, along with new overclocking1 features and performance technologies.NPU for AI Performance: Neural nets are the new apps, and the AI accelerators in Core Ultra processors are designed to efficiently speed up the matrix multiplications at the heart of these neural networks.Offering next-gen Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, the latest Thunderbolt technology, and numerous PCIe lanes.
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1 Performance
2 Flexibility
3 Cooling
4 AI Solutions
Four M.2 slots (up to 128Gbps)
The Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W offers a total of four M.2 slots, including one that supports data-transfer speeds of up to 128Gbps via PCIe 5.0, three that support 64Gbps via PCIe 4.0. This enables quicker boot-up and app load times with OS or application drives
AEMP III for Ultimate DDR5 Performance
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III) is an advanced firmware feature that empowers users to achieve unparalleled memory performance with cutting-edge CUDIMM memory. Through a two-phase comprehensive tuning process, AEMP III first optimizes the clock driver and then the memory frequency. This results in the best balance between performance and stability, even at cutting-edge speeds of DDR5-8000 or higher
DIMM Fit
DIMM Fit is an ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature that precisely analyzes individual memory modules to optimize performance and pinpoint potential issues. This offers peak efficiency, compatibility, and system stability. Whether you are an overclocker seeking ultimate performance, a competitor pursuing the most responsive gameplay, or a content creator prioritizing rock-solid stability, DIMM Fit provides optimizations tailored to your needs and your hardware configuration
USB 20Gbps Type-C
The Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W comes loaded with two USB 20Gbps Type-C connectors for speedy data transfers up to 20 Gbps. One is a port on the rear I/O, this port can also supports external 4K DisplayPort video output; the other can be attached to the chassis front panel and it also features Power Delivery (PD) 3.0 technology to quickly charge devices up to 30W.
M.2 Q-Latch
The innovative ASUS Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools or screws. This design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive and neatly detach it with one tap.
Q-LED
The on-board Q-LED troubleshooting lights give PC builders a quick indicator to confirm that key components – CPU, RAM, graphics card, storage devices – are functioning normally during startup. It can also alert them when memory modules have not been properly installed–even before booting.
Get ultra-efficient with Ultra desktop processors that improve both performance and efficiency so your PC can run cooler, quieter, and quicker
Core & Threads 20 cores (8 P-cores + 12 E-cores) and 20 threads, performance unlocked Up to 5.5 GHz. 36MB Cache, LGA 1851 Socket and 125W Processor Base Power
The Z890 AYW GAMING WIFI W mainboard provides users and PC DIY builders with a range of performance optimizations via intuitive software and firmware features
Robust Power Solution: 12+1+2+1 80A DrMOS power stages with ProCool power connectors, 6-layer PCB, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
Latest M.2 Support: One onboard PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot and three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all with cooling solutions
Next-gen connectivity: DDR5 memory, Wi-Fi 6, PCIe 5.0, rear USB 20Gbps Type-C, front panel USB 20Gbps Type-C with up to 30W PD/PPS Fast-charge and USB Wattage Watcher, Thunderbolt (USB4) header support
DIY Friendly Design: PCIe Slot Q-Release, M.2 Q-Latch, Q-Dashboard, Q-LED, BIOS FlashBack button, BIOS FlashBack LED and pre-mounted I/O shield
Optimized Thermal Design: Large VRM heatsinks, M.2 and PCH heatsinks, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4 with AI Cooling II
Customers say
Customers find the motherboard to be of great quality and report that it works extremely well.
8 reviews for MICRO CENTER CPU Motherbard Combo -Ultra7 265K 20-Cores Unlocked Gaming Desktop Processor with Asus Z890 AYW Gaming WiFi W LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard
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Original price was: $284.99.$78.99Current price is: $78.99.
Mike Mead –
Perfect Combo
Great Mother Board and CPU combination.
Marcus Cutrell –
Budget PC
Excellent combination for the price. Paired with ASUS Tuf RTX 5060 ti 16gb, Corsair Airflow 4000D case, be quiet! Dark RockPro 5 cooler. Corsair Veng. 32gb ddr5 ram and Samsung 2tb nvme ssd.The motherboard made installation very easy and functional. Cooling is excellent and system performs better than expected. Iâm happy.
Matthew -RANDI –
just pay attention to the mounting holes and all the connections you hook up ok?
i love this board it was easy to update the bios its the best board i found yet to use for gaming and all plus it looks great too and yes i would recommend this board to others
Adilson –
Muy buen componente entrega rapida
Exelente
EDUCATED SCIENTIST –
TECHNOLOGY: 100 YEARS IN THE MAKING!
Works extremely well! I have also included a photo of the new build compared to a 1923 RCA RADIOLA GRAND; a radio that in its day was state of the art!! 100 years of evolution!
Kohl –
Great Motherboard And CPU
Im very happy with this motherboard and Cpu
shorty –
Missing key items and info
Does not come with any cooling solution. Amzns description doesn’t say and nobody answers questions any more. You need your own cooler and given the heat of an ultra 7 cpu it actually needs to be a relatively high end CPU cooler. That should have been made very clear in the package. A CPU is nice. It doesn’t work. A CPU with a cooler actually works.They do say in the description you need a standard 24 pin motherboard connector which is helpful. They do not say in the description you also need TWO (2) additional 8 pin motherboard power plugs, which might actually be a little much even with modern power supplies.Also my version did not come with a manual. It only had the quick start guide and that is helpful, but not nearly enough. I had to dig around online to find the information missing from this store page and missing from the box.I cannot tell you how it performs as I still don’t have it working, and I think I may need to return it, rather than purchase several more components just to get it working.It looks nice. That’s worth a star.
Wolfgang Hut –
Love it
Works well