Gigabyte Z890 AORUS PRO ICE
- Chipset:
- Z890
- Socket:
- LGA1851
- Form Factor:
- ATX
- Network:
- WiFi 7 + Thunderbolt 4
Consumercarts is reader-supported. Learn more
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Manufacturer: Gigabyte Last updated: September 11, 2026
Gigabyte Z890 AORUS PRO ICE (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/16+1+2 Phase VRM/Thunderbolt 4/Wi-Fi 7) Review
The Z890 AORUS PRO ICE brings Gigabyte's white "ICE" aesthetic to a mid-to-high-end Z890 board, pairing a 16+1+2 phase VRM with Thunderbolt 4 and 5GbE networking at a lower price than the flagship AORUS MASTER.
Power delivery uses a 16+1+2 phase design, giving it solid headroom for Core Ultra 9 chips at stock and moderate overclocks, one tier below the AORUS MASTER's unlisted but stronger VRM. Four DDR5 DIMM slots support current Z890 memory configurations, with overclocked speeds rated up to 9500MHz. Expansion includes one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot plus four PCIe 4.0 slots. Storage covers multiple M.2 slots supporting PCIe 5.0 on the primary socket. A 5GbE LAN controller handles wired networking, paired with Wi-Fi 7 and Thunderbolt 4 for high-speed peripheral and display connectivity. Audio uses Gigabyte's standard Realtek implementation. Against the Gigabyte Z890 AORUS MASTER in this batch, the AORUS PRO ICE trades the Master's 10GbE LAN and fifth M.2 slot for Thunderbolt 4 support and a white aesthetic, at a meaningfully lower price.
Power Delivery and VRM Design
Power delivery uses a 16+1+2 phase design, giving it solid headroom for Core Ultra 9 chips at stock and moderate overclocks, one tier below the AORUS MASTER's unlisted but stronger VRM.
Memory Support
Four DDR5 DIMM slots support current Z890 memory configurations, with overclocked speeds rated up to 9500MHz.
Expansion and Storage
Expansion includes one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot plus four PCIe 4.0 slots. Storage covers multiple M.2 slots supporting PCIe 5.0 on the primary socket.
Connectivity
A 5GbE LAN controller handles wired networking, paired with Wi-Fi 7 and Thunderbolt 4 for high-speed peripheral and display connectivity. Audio uses Gigabyte's standard Realtek implementation.
Comparison to Sibling Products
Against the Gigabyte Z890 AORUS MASTER in this batch, the AORUS PRO ICE trades the Master's 10GbE LAN and fifth M.2 slot for Thunderbolt 4 support and a white aesthetic, at a meaningfully lower price.
Specifications
Platform and CPU compatibility
| Platform | Intel |
|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1851 |
| Socket | Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) |
| Chipset | Z890 |
Platform
| Socket Type | LGA1851 |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | ATX |
Memory
| Memory Type | DDR5 |
|---|---|
| Memory Slots | 4 |
| Max Memory | 256 GB |
| Memory Type | 4x DDR5 DIMM, up to 9500MHz (OC) |
Expansion & Connectivity
| M.2 Slots | 4 |
|---|---|
| PCIe 5.0 Support | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Onboard | Yes |
Network and audio
| Audio Codec | Realtek codec |
|---|
| Model | Z890 AORUS PRO ICE |
|---|---|
| VRM | 16+1+2 phase |
| Expansion | PCIe 5.0 x16 + 4x PCIe 4.0 |
| Connectivity | Thunderbolt 4 |
| Networking | 5GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 7 |
| Special Features | White "ICE" aesthetic, Thunderbolt 4 |
Expert Review
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Best for
- Builders who specifically want Thunderbolt 4 on a Z890 board
- White-themed builds that want a matching motherboard aesthetic
Not for
- Anyone who needs 10GbE networking or a fifth M.2 slot
- Budget-first Z890 builds
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the Gigabyte Z890 AORUS PRO ICE (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/16+1+2 Phase VRM/Thunderbolt 4/Wi-Fi 7)?
The Gigabyte Z890 AORUS PRO ICE (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/16+1+2 Phase VRM/Thunderbolt 4/Wi-Fi 7) is a motherboard from Gigabyte. Key specs: Socket LGA1851, Chipset Z890, VRM 16+1+2 phase, Memory 4x DDR5 DIMM, up to 9500MHz (OC), Expansion PCIe 5.0 x16 + 4x PCIe 4.0.
Will the Gigabyte Z890 AORUS PRO ICE (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/16+1+2 Phase VRM/Thunderbolt 4/Wi-Fi 7) work with my current setup?
The Gigabyte Z890 AORUS PRO ICE (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/16+1+2 Phase VRM/Thunderbolt 4/Wi-Fi 7) lists Socket is LGA1851. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.
Who is the Gigabyte Z890 AORUS PRO ICE (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/16+1+2 Phase VRM/Thunderbolt 4/Wi-Fi 7) best suited to?
It suits builders who specifically want thunderbolt 4 on a z890 board, white-themed builds that want a matching motherboard aesthetic.
What are the drawbacks of the Gigabyte Z890 AORUS PRO ICE (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/16+1+2 Phase VRM/Thunderbolt 4/Wi-Fi 7)?
It is a poor fit for anyone who needs 10gbe networking or a fifth m.2 slot, budget-first z890 builds.
Compare and read more
- ASRock B850 Steel Legend WiFi (AM5/AMD B850/ATX/14+2+1 Phase 80A Dr.MOS VRM/Four M.2 Slots/Wi-Fi 7) vs Gigabyte Z890 AORUS PRO ICE (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/16+1+2 Phase VRM/Thunderbolt 4/Wi-Fi 7)
- ASRock B860 Steel Legend WiFi (LGA1851/Intel B860/ATX/14+1+1+1+1 Phase 80A Dr.MOS VRM/Wi-Fi 6E) vs Gigabyte Z890 AORUS PRO ICE (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/16+1+2 Phase VRM/Thunderbolt 4/Wi-Fi 7)
- ASRock B650 PG Lightning (AM5/AMD B650/ATX/Two M.2 Slots/PCIe 5.0/2.5G LAN) vs Gigabyte Z890 AORUS PRO ICE (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/16+1+2 Phase VRM/Thunderbolt 4/Wi-Fi 7)
- ASRock B650E PG Riptide WiFi (AM5/AMD B650E/ATX/14+2+1 Power Phase VRM/Wi-Fi 6E) vs Gigabyte Z890 AORUS PRO ICE (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/16+1+2 Phase VRM/Thunderbolt 4/Wi-Fi 7)
- ASRock B650E Steel Legend WiFi (AM5/AMD B650/ATX/16+2+1 Phase 60A SPS VRM/Three M.2 Slots/Wi-Fi 6E) vs Gigabyte Z890 AORUS PRO ICE (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/16+1+2 Phase VRM/Thunderbolt 4/Wi-Fi 7)