Gigabyte Z890 D PLUS
- Chipset:
- Z890
- Socket:
- LGA1851
- Form Factor:
- ATX
- M.2 Slots:
- 4x M.2
- Network:
- 2.5GbE
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Manufacturer: Gigabyte Last updated: September 8, 2026
Gigabyte Z890 D PLUS (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/12+1+2 Phase VRM/DDR5 OC/4x M.2/2.5GbE/8-Channel Audio) Review
The Gigabyte Z890 D PLUS is the entry point of the Z890 PLUS series, positioned below the EAGLE and AORUS ELITE tiers covered elsewhere on this site. It drops to a 12+1+2 phase VRM, standard USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C in place of USB4, and generic 8-channel HD audio rather than the Realtek ALC1220 codec found on every other board in the Z890 PLUS lineup, while keeping the same four DDR5 slots, four M.2 slots, and Ultra Turbo Mode overclocking support shared across the series.
This is the board Gigabyte built by asking what could be removed rather than what could be added: USB4 is gone, Wi-Fi is gone, the VRM is the lightest in the family. For a straightforward Core Ultra 200S Plus build that will never be pushed hard, none of that is a real loss.
Power Delivery and VRM Design
A 12+1+2 phase VRM, the lightest power delivery in the Z890 PLUS series, sufficient for mainstream Core Ultra 200S and 200S Plus chips running at stock or modest tuning, though buyers planning any serious overclocking should look to the EAGLE or AORUS ELITE tiers instead.
Memory Support
Four DDR5 DIMM slots with Ultra Turbo Mode overclocking support carried over from the rest of the series, though the lighter VRM here means practical memory tuning headroom likely trails the higher tiers somewhat, even with the same tuning software available.
Expansion and Storage
Four M.2 slots, matching the rest of the Z890 PLUS lineup on raw slot count even at this entry tier, a reasonable storage allowance for a budget-focused board.
Connectivity
This is where the entry-tier cost-cutting shows most clearly: standard USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C replaces the USB4 found on every other Z890 PLUS board, 2.5GbE-only networking with no Wi-Fi option at all, and generic 8-channel HD audio rather than the Realtek ALC1220 codec used elsewhere in the series.
Specifications
Platform and CPU compatibility
| Socket | LGA1851 |
|---|---|
| Socket | Intel Core Ultra 200S / 200S Plus Series |
| Chipset | Intel Z890 |
Platform
| Form Factor | ATX |
|---|
Memory
| Memory Type | 4x DDR5 DIMM, Ultra Turbo Mode Overclocking Support |
|---|
Network and audio
| Audio Codec | 8-Channel HD Audio |
|---|
| Model | Gigabyte Z890 D PLUS, Z890 PLUS Series |
|---|---|
| VRM | 12+1+2 Phases |
| Expansion | 4x M.2 |
| Connectivity | USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (No USB4) |
| Networking | 2.5GbE LAN (No Onboard Wi-Fi) |
Expert Review
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Best for
- The most budget-conscious Core Ultra 200S Plus builds
- Buyers who don't need USB4, Wi-Fi, or premium audio
Not for
- Anyone who wants USB4 connectivity
- Buyers prioritizing audio quality or wireless networking
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the Gigabyte Z890 D PLUS (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/12+1+2 Phase VRM/DDR5 OC/4x M.2/2.5GbE/8-Channel Audio)?
The Gigabyte Z890 D PLUS (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/12+1+2 Phase VRM/DDR5 OC/4x M.2/2.5GbE/8-Channel Audio) is a motherboard from Gigabyte. Key specs: Socket LGA1851, Chipset Intel Z890, VRM 12+1+2 Phases, Memory 4x DDR5 DIMM, Ultra Turbo Mode Overclocking Support, Expansion 4x M.2.
Will the Gigabyte Z890 D PLUS (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/12+1+2 Phase VRM/DDR5 OC/4x M.2/2.5GbE/8-Channel Audio) work with my current setup?
The Gigabyte Z890 D PLUS (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/12+1+2 Phase VRM/DDR5 OC/4x M.2/2.5GbE/8-Channel Audio) 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 D PLUS (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/12+1+2 Phase VRM/DDR5 OC/4x M.2/2.5GbE/8-Channel Audio) best suited to?
It suits the most budget-conscious core ultra 200s plus builds, buyers who don't need usb4, wi-fi, or premium audio.
What are the drawbacks of the Gigabyte Z890 D PLUS (LGA1851/Intel Z890/ATX/12+1+2 Phase VRM/DDR5 OC/4x M.2/2.5GbE/8-Channel Audio)?
It is a poor fit for anyone who wants usb4 connectivity, buyers prioritizing audio quality or wireless networking.
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