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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

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Gigabyte Z890 D PLUS 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.

Our verdict

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

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity

Model Number	Z890 D PLUS
Form Factor	ATX

Platform and CPU compatibility

Platform	Intel
Socket	LGA1851
Chipset	Z890
Newest CPU Family Supported	Core Ultra Series 2
Oldest CPU Family Supported	Core Ultra Series 2
CPU Overclocking Supported	Yes

Memory

Memory Type	DDR5
Memory Slots	4
Max Memory	256 GB
Memory Channels	2
Max Memory Capacity	256 GB
Max Rated Memory Speed	9466 MT/s
CUDIMM Support	Yes
ECC Memory Support	None

Expansion & Connectivity

M.2 Slots	4
PCIe 5.0 Support	Yes
Wi-Fi Onboard	No

Physical fit

Board Width	244 mm

M.2 storage

M.2 Slots Onboard	4
M.2 PCIe 5.0 Slots	1
M.2 PCIe 4.0 Slots	3
M.2 CPU Attached Slots	2

Other storage

SATA Ports	4

PCIe expansion

PCIe x16 Slots	3
Primary Graphics Slot Gen	PCIe 5.0

Rear USB

Rear USB4 or TB Ports	0
Rear USB 10Gbps Ports	2
Rear USB 5Gbps Ports	4
Rear USB 2.0 Ports	4

Internal headers

Front USB-C Header Speed	5Gbps
Fan and Pump Headers	6
ARGB Headers	3

Power delivery

Vcore Power Stages	12
EPS 12V Configuration	Two 8-pin

Builder features

BIOS Flashback	Yes

Network and audio

Max Ethernet Speed	2.5 Gbps
Ethernet Port Count	1
Wi-Fi Standard	None
Audio Codec	Realtek HD Audio codec, 2/4/5.1-channel

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)?

Key specs for the Gigabyte Z890 D PLUS: Chipset Z890, Socket LGA1851, Socket Type LGA1851, Max Memory Capacity 256 GB, Max Memory 256 GB, Form Factor ATX.

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?

Best suited to: 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)?

Not the best fit for: Anyone who wants USB4 connectivity; Buyers prioritizing audio quality or wireless networking.