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⁠March 11th, 2026 – GIGABYTE Technology, a global leader in high-performance motherboards, graphics cards, and hardware solutions, today unveiled its highly anticipated Z890 PLUS Series motherboards. Engineered to extract every ounce of potential from mainstream systems, the Z890 PLUS Series is built around two exclusive innovations—Ultra Turbo Mode and the 2-DIMM memory powerhouse D5 Duo X technology—purpose-built for the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra 270K Plus and 250K Plus processors.

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Unlock Hidden Potential: Ultra Turbo Mode

The GIGABYTE Z890 PLUS Series goes beyond raw specifications by embedding deep-system optimizations accessible to every user. The exclusive Ultra Turbo Mode enables Intel® Core™ Ultra 200S Plus Series (K-SKU) owners to unlock up to 40% more performance* with a single click, across three progressive tiers:

∙ LV1 Intel 200S Boost: Enabled by default, delivering instant gaming gains through precision-tuned overclocking.

∙ LV2 Turbo Mode: Pushes FPS further with optimized core curves and aggressive memory acceleration.

∙ LV3 Extreme Mode: Maximum aggression settings designed to fully unleash hidden performance for elite gaming and competitive benchmarking.⁠

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D5 Duo X: Breaking the DDR5 Performance Barrier

The Elite Duo X and Force Duo X lead the GIGABYTE Z890 PLUS series with groundbreaking D5 Duo X technology. While increasing DDR5 capacity traditionally required sacrificing frequency and stability, D5 Duo X shatters this limitation. By supporting the new CQDIMM standard with CUDIMM backward compatibility, it delivers the massive capacity of 4-slot configurations within a high-performance 2-slot footprint.

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This technology revolutionizes memory performance through an industry-first integration of optimized motherboard circuit layouts, advanced BIOS tuning, and a refined clock driver architecture. By dramatically reducing memory channel loading while significantly enhancing signal integrity, GIGABYTE has pushed performance to a staggering DDR5-10266—setting a new high-water mark for mainstream platforms.

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To guarantee real-world reliability at these speeds, GIGABYTE has partnered closely with leading memory manufacturers—ADATA, TeamGroup, V-color, and other major vendors—to collaborate on high-capacity CQDIMM solutions and ensure full compatibility for AI computing and professional content creation workloads.

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Robust Power Delivery and Thermal Management

Powering demanding workloads is a Digital Twin 16+1+2 phase VRM solution, kept in check by VRM Thermal Armor Advanced for sustained efficiency under full load. A key innovation in the thermal stack is the M.2 EZ-Flex, which offers a flexible base that improves contact between the heatsink and the SSD, significantly enhancing thermal performance for high-speed drives.

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Ultra Durable™ Build Quality

True to GIGABYTE's Ultra Durable™ legacy, the PLUS Series incorporates a UD Base Plate—a full-coverage metal baseplate that enhances structural rigidity, prevents PCB pin exposure, and gives builders added peace of mind during installation.

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A Smarter Building Experience

GIGABYTE has refined every step of the assembly process with its signature "EZ" feature set:

∙ WIFI EZ-Plug & DriverBIOS: A revolutionary design for quick Wi-Fi antenna installation, paired with the DriverBIOS feature for simplified setup and instant Wi-Fi connectivity right out of the box.

∙ EZ-Latch Plus & Click: Screwless designs for M.2 heatsinks and quick-release mechanisms for PCIe slots, making hardware swaps a breeze.

∙ Friendly UI: A refreshed UC BIOS 2.0 and software suite delivers a cooler and smoother experience without the hassle.

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Cutting-Edge Connectivity

The Z890 PLUS Series is equipped for the demands of modern workloads: 5GbE LAN and full-speed Wi-Fi 7 with a directional ultra-high-gain antenna deliver low-latency networking for gaming and streaming alike. The PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot provides ample ultra-fast storage, shielded by M.2 Thermal Guard. The inclusion of USB4 Type-C with DP-Alt and DisplayPort support ensures seamless integration with high-resolution displays and rapid data peripherals.

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The Z890 PLUS Series, including Elite, EAGLE, FORCE, and Duo X models will be soon available in succession in the market. Please visit GIGABYTE official website for more information.

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*Test with Intel 270K Plus CPU @DDR5-10266MT/s, Hitman 3, APO enabled. Please note performance may vary by CPU and DRAM condition.⁠

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