September 23rd, 2025 - GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd, a leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, and hardware solutions, thrilled to announce a groundbreaking achievement in extreme overclocking: a new DDR5 world record of 12920 MT/s accomplished using the Z890 AORUS TACHYON ICE motherboard paired with high-performance Corsair Vengeance DDR5 memory modules. This remarkable feat was achieved by world-famous overclocker Saltycroissant, setting a new benchmark that significantly surpasses all previous records and demonstrating GIGABYTE's continued excellence in extreme overclocking technology.
The Z890 AORUS TACHYON ICE represents the pinnacle of overclocking-focused motherboard design, engineered exclusively for enthusiasts who demand absolute performance. This specialized platform features an advanced all-digital power design that provides the clean, stable power delivery essential for achieving record-breaking speeds. The motherboard's comprehensive overclocking toolkit includes convenient shortcut keys, toggle switches, and voltage detection functions that empower overclockers to push beyond conventional boundaries with precision and confidence. Every aspect of the Z890 AORUS TACHYON ICE has been optimized to support extreme performance scenarios, making achievements like this world record possible.
Moreover, our Z890 and B860 lineup continues to dominate the mainstream segment, delivering exceptional XMP speeds that outperform competitors in its class. Powered by our proven D5 Bionic Corsa technology, GIGABYTE Z890 and B860 motherboards’ superior memory optimization capabilities make it the ideal choice for enthusiasts seeking premium performance.
Reference link :
OC record:
https://hwbot.org/benchmarks/memory_frequency/submissions/5899249
Z890 AORUS TACHYON ICE:
https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z890-AORUS-TACHYON-ICE#kf
GIGABYTE Z890/B860 lineup:
https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/All-Series?fid=2558,3071,3127