NZXT N7 Z890 Intel Z890 LGA 1851 - Motherboard

NZXT N7 Z890 Intel Z890 LGA 1851 - Motherboard delivers a modern platform built around the Intel Z890 chipset and the LGA 1851 socket for Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors, offering a solid foundation for high-performance PCs.

This ATX motherboard supports a single processor (maximum number of SMP processors: 1) and is tuned for Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) CPUs on the LGA 1851 (Socket V1). It provides robust power delivery with EPS 8-pin and additional 12V connectors to ensure stable operation under load.

Memory support includes four DDR5 DIMM slots in a dual-channel configuration, allowing high-speed, future-proof RAM configurations ideal for content creation, gaming, and professional workflows. The board accepts up to four storage devices via M.2 and SATA III interfaces, with one M.2 slot and four SATA III connectors available for flexible storage layouts.

Connectivity is extensive: multiple USB options (USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 and USB4 Gen 2x2), three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, four USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports and one USB4 Gen 2x2 port make attaching peripherals straightforward and fast. Rear I/O also includes HDMI, Thunderbolt (2 ports), 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45), Wi‑Fi 6E with two antenna jacks, and Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless connectivity.

Onboard audio is handled by the Realtek ALC1220 codec with line-in, microphone-in and S/PDIF out, while cooling and chassis management are supported by multiple fan connectors including a CPU fan header and three chassis fan headers. Expansion includes two PCIe x16 Gen4 slots and one PCIe x16 Gen5 slot for graphics cards and add-in cards, plus standard front-panel and audio connectors for case integration.

The NZXT N7 Z890 is finished in a sleek black ATX form factor that fits standard cases and supports Windows 10 x64 and Windows 11. Its feature set makes it suitable for high-end gaming rigs, multimedia production systems, and workstation builds that demand fast connectivity and modern standards.

Typical use cases include building a high-refresh-rate gaming PC with PCIe Gen5 GPU support, a creator workstation using DDR5 memory and multiple NVMe/SATA drives, or a productivity machine that benefits from Wi‑Fi 6E and 2.5 GbE networking. The board’s abundant USB-C and Thunderbolt ports also make it excellent for users who need fast external storage or docking solutions.

• Socket: LGA 1851 for Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
• Memory: 4x DDR5 DIMM, dual-channel
• Connectivity: Wi‑Fi 6E, 2.5 GbE, Thunderbolt x2, USB4 Gen2x2
• Storage: 1x M.2, 4x SATA III
• Expansion: PCIe Gen5 x16 + 2x PCIe Gen4 x16