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The Gigabyte Z890M Aorus Elite WiFi7 Ice is a Micro ATX motherboard designed for Intel’s Core Ultra 200S Plus processors. Priced at $209, this board distinguishes itself with an attractive white aesthetic and comprehensive heatsink coverage, making it a standout option for small-form-factor builds.
Regarding connectivity, the board features three M.2 sockets, including one PCIe 5.0 slot, and four SATA ports. The rear I/O includes nine USB ports, highlighted by a 40 Gbps USB4 Type-C port with DisplayPort support. Networking is handled by 2.5 GbE and Wi-Fi 7, while the board includes two full-length PCIe slots for expansion.
Performance testing showed average results, though the board performed well in 3DMark and real-world gaming scenarios. The reviewer noted that while the 15-phase power delivery is capable of handling high-end processors like the Core Ultra 9 285K, it is not considered robust. Additionally, the reviewer reported that their fastest DDR5-8800 memory kit was incompatible, though a DDR5-8200 kit functioned correctly.
The board includes integrated RGB lighting and convenient features like Q-LED diagnostics and physical power, reset, and Q-Flash buttons. While the Realtek ALC897 audio codec is considered budget-tier, the reviewer concluded it is sufficient for most users. The package includes essential accessories, though the selection remains sparse.
