Wi-Fi 7 sets ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 apart, with 2x2 802.11be at 160MHz bandwidth up to 2.9Gbps, Bluetooth 5.4 and Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet. The ATX board uses the Intel Z890 chipset and LGA1851 socket for Core Ultra (Series 2), with four DDR5 slots up to 256GB (CUDIMM, up to 8666MT/s with overclocking), four M.2 slots and a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot.
Product released: October 1, 2024
Latest firmware version
Version 3401, released September 23, 2026
Last checked for updates: Nov 1, 2026 12:09 UTC
What's new in version 3401
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 19.0.11.2289. 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 (A5626.CAP) using BIOSRenamer
LatestUpdate has tracked 19 versions of ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 firmware, released between September 9, 2024 and September 23, 2026.
Version 3401 - September 23, 2026: Enhanced memory performance, system stability, and compatibility with CXMT memory chips for improved low-latency operation. Updating this BIOS will simultaneou…
Version 3212 - August 10, 2026: 1. Updated ME to version 19.0.11.2289v0.4 and GOP to 1069 2. Introduced the new AEMP Mix Tuning feature to enhance memory compatibility. 3. Optimized overall s…
Version 3020 - April 30, 2026: Improves system performance, stability, and adds support for HUDIMM. Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version 19.0.5…
Version 3012 - April 14, 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…
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 2401 - September 30, 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 2207 - 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 simultan…
Version 2005 - May 14, 2025: Update Management Engine (ME) to version 19.0.5.1984. Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version 19.0.5.1984. The ME v…
Version 2001 - 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 19.0.5…
Version 1809 - April 15, 2025: 1. Included DIMM Fit Pro 2. Improved system performance Updating this BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME to version v19.0.5.1948.The ME…
Version 1805 - 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…
Version 1603 - February 10, 2025: This BIOS enhances system performance and improves high-capacity memory compatibility. This includes support for 2*DIMM memory configurations, achieving speeds…
Version 1404 - 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 1403 - 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 1206 - December 18, 2024: SHA256: 88C3E83D60CCB7364BA1D8223D80306AC11902427F16EF4CFAC78E28FCC29F99 1. Intel microcode updated to 0x114. 2. M.R.C updated to v1.4.6.64. 3. ME FW updated t…
Version 1005 - November 29, 2024: SHA256: 715078E05918EA446E4C1764359448FDA729767663DEF1D428A072DDA0F9FD43 1. Intel microcode updated to 0x113. 2. Enhance system stability and compatibility. 3.…
Version 1004 - November 15, 2024: SHA256: CE92F7125085765621A0959E09C2E0DDF6C995583333F5FC0C9050A6FE812650 1. Changed defaults: Intel(R) Innovation Platform Framework and VT-d to ‘Enabled’. Ens…
Version 0803 - October 23, 2024: 1. Include Intel microcode (m_82_c0662_00000110) update 2. Update ME to 19.0.0.1753v4 hot fix 3. Enabled ASUS AI Advisor support 4. Fixed compatibility issue w…
Wi-Fi 7 sets ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 apart, with 2x2 802.11be at 160MHz bandwidth up to 2.9Gbps, Bluetooth 5.4 and Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet. The ATX board uses the Intel Z890 chipset and LGA1851 socket for Core Ultra (Series 2), with four DDR5 slots up to 256GB (CUDIMM, up to 8666MT/s with overclocking), four M.2 slots and a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot. It was originally released on October 1, 2024.
What is the latest firmware version of ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7?
The latest firmware version of ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 is 3401. It was released on September 23, 2026.
What changed in ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 firmware version 3401?
ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 firmware version 3401 includes the following changes: 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 19.0.11.2289. 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 ...
Where can I download the latest ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 firmware (version 3401) are on ASUS's official release page: https://www.asus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/others/z890-max-gaming-wifi7/helpdesk_bios/
How often does ASUS release firmware updates for ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7?
We have tracked 19 firmware versions of ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7. Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 61 days.
When is the next ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 firmware update expected?
Based on this product's update history, a firmware update for ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 is expected soon, between October 11, 2026 and November 24, 2026.
Is ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, ASUS Z890 MAX GAMING WIFI7 received a firmware update within the last 3 months. The most recent version is 3401.