ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF is an ATX Z890 board for Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) on LGA1851, with four DDR5 slots up to 256GB. It includes a graphics card high power slot and a 12V-2X6 auxiliary connector, and has a single PCIe 5.0 x16 slot. Up to six M.2 slots, Wi-Fi 7 and Intel 2.5Gb plus Realtek 5Gb Ethernet complete it.
Product released: October 1, 2024
Latest firmware version
Version 3401, released September 23, 2026
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 23:03 UTC
What's new in version 3401
1. Enhanced memory performance, system stability, and compatibility with CXMT memory chips for improved low-latency operation.
Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version 19.0.11.2289v0.4.The ME version will remain updated even if you roll back to an older BIOS later. We recommend using EZ Flash to update the BIOS, as it supports ZIP format and auto-updates the ME. If using USB BIOS FlashBack, ensure the ME version matches the BIOS version and rename the BIOS file with BIOSRenamer before proceeding.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (A5632.CAP) using BIOSRenamer.
LatestUpdate has tracked 18 versions of ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF firmware, released between November 25, 2024 and September 23, 2026.
Version 3401 - September 23, 2026: 1. Enhanced memory performance, system stability, and compatibility with CXMT memory chips for improved low-latency operation. Updating this BIOS will simultan…
Version 3305 - August 7, 2026: 1. Updated ME to version 19.0.11.2289 and Pure ME file to 19.0.11.2289v0.4. 2. Enhanced HUDIMM compatibility. 3. Optimized overall system performance. Updating…
Version 3202 - May 8, 2026: 1.Enhanced system security and added support for HUDIMM. 2.Improved overall system performance and stability. Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the…
Version 3201 - April 30, 2026: 1. Enhanced system security and added HUDIMM support. Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version v19.0.5.2175v0.3.The…
Version 3103 - April 2, 2026: 1.Improved system performance 2.Silicon Initialization Code updated to 0D.00.0A.30 3.Updated Management Engine (ME) to version 19.0.5.2175v0.3 Updating this BI…
Version 3002 - January 30, 2026: 1.Support for future Intel® Core™ Ultra series processors. 2.Update AMI BIOS Codebase to version 5.32_9AACA_RC0D.00.05.10(6011.00)_213. 3.Update Intel® ME firm…
Version 2302 - December 15, 2025: 1. Enhance overall system security. Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version v19.0.5.1992v2.The ME version will rema…
Version 2201 - September 26, 2025: 1. Update the Intel microcode to version 0x11a. 2. Enhanced system performance and device compatibility. Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corr…
Version 2006 - July 29, 2025: 1.Improved system performance, stability, and device compatibility. 2.Updated Management Engine (ME) to version 19.0.5.1992. Updating this BIOS will simultaneo…
Version 1901 - May 9, 2025: 1.Update Management Engine (ME) to version 19.0.5.1984. Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version v19.0.5.1984.The ME…
Version 1801 - April 22, 2025: 1.Added support for Intel 200S Boost. 2.Enhanced system performance. Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version v19.0.…
Version 1703 - April 15, 2025: 1. Included DIMM Fit Pro 2. Improved system performance 3. Updated Re-timer NVM to version 06.26.05 and firmware to version 59.2 for Thunderbolt 4 and Thunderb…
Version 1603 - March 25, 2025: 1.Microcode updated to 0x117. 2.Intel® CSME updated to 19.0.5.1948. 3.Silicon Initialization Code updated to 0D.00.D8.30 (M.R.C: 2.10.0.0). 4.Included DLRM Set…
Version 1501 - February 11, 2025: This BIOS enhances system performance and improves high-capacity memory compatibility. This includes support for 2*DIMM memory configurations, achieving speeds…
Version 1401 - January 10, 2025: Support up to 5600MT/s when running the maximum memory capacity of 256GB. The exclusive ""AEMP III"" option will appear when four Kingston RAM DDR5 6400MT/s 64…
Version 1302 - December 31, 2024: 1. Silicon Initialization Code updated to v0D.00.CC.50 (M.R.C:1.4.6.81). 2. Add SA - PCI Express / L1 Substates item to support CPU PCI Express Link Power Mana…
Version 1203 - December 18, 2024: 1.Intel microcode updated to 0x114.. 2.M.R.C updated to v1.4.6.64. 3.ME FW updated to v19.0.0.1827. 4.GOP updated to v1057. 5.RST VMD updated to v20.1.0.5850.…
ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF is an ATX Z890 board for Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) on LGA1851, with four DDR5 slots up to 256GB. It includes a graphics card high power slot and a 12V-2X6 auxiliary connector, and has a single PCIe 5.0 x16 slot. Up to six M.2 slots, Wi-Fi 7 and Intel 2.5Gb plus Realtek 5Gb Ethernet complete it. It was originally released on October 1, 2024.
What is the latest firmware version of ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF?
The latest firmware version of ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF is 3401. It was released on September 23, 2026.
What changed in ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF firmware version 3401?
ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF firmware version 3401 includes the following changes: 1. Enhanced memory performance, system stability, and compatibility with CXMT memory chips for improved low-latency operation.
Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version 19.0.11.2289v0.4.The ME version will remain updated even if you roll back to an older BIOS later. We recommend using EZ Flash to update the BIOS, as it supports ZIP format and auto-updates the ME. If using USB BIOS FlashBack, ensure the ME version matches the BIOS version and rename th...
Where can I download the latest ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF firmware (version 3401) are on ASUS's official release page: https://rog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-maximus/rog-maximus-z890-hero-btf/helpdesk_bios/
How often does ASUS release firmware updates for ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF?
We have tracked 18 firmware versions of ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF. Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 52 days.
When is the next ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF firmware update expected?
Based on this product's update history, a firmware update for ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF is expected soon, between October 12, 2026 and November 20, 2026.
Is ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO BTF received a firmware update within the last 3 months. The most recent version is 3401.