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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£250
  • Avg. price in US: ~$310
  • CPU socket: LGA 1851
  • Chipset: Intel Z890
  • Form factor: microATX

Maxsun Challenger Z890M review. Compare 107 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among motherboards and if it is worth buying.

6.6

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the motherboard's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best motherboards on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

6.6

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Good
6.6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the motherboard's technical performance, covering key areas such as power delivery, CPU and memory support, expansion, storage, connectivity, cooling, BIOS features, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare motherboards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

19.0%

6.1

Memory

16.0%

7.7

Platform & Features

16.0%

6.6

Storage

15.0%

9.3

Network

13.0%

3.3

Ports & USB

8.0%

5.5

Expansion

8.0%

7.3

Power & Cooling

5.0%

5.7

Audio

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the motherboard.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a motherboard performs in real-world builds and how reliable it is in terms of stability, BIOS usability, connectivity, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 7.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    28.0%

    6.4

    VRM phases

    22.0%

    5.5

    N. of M.2 sockets

    18.0%

    10

    LAN speed

    17.0%

    8.9

    Maximum RAM speed

    15.0%

    10

    N. of PCIe 5.0 x16 slots

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Best prices in UK

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All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Maxsun Challenger Z890M is a compact Micro-ATX motherboard built on the Intel Z890 chipset and LGA1851 socket, specifically designed for Intel Core Ultra processors. It features a 10+1+1 phase power delivery with 60A Smart Power Stages (SPS) and supports dual-channel DDR5 memory up to 128GB at speeds reaching 7200MHz (OC). Key performance highlights include a PCIe 5.0 x16 expansion slot, high-speed storage via PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 M.2 slots, and modern connectivity with 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.2. Notable pros include its high-speed USB 40G Type-C port, user-friendly features like a CLR CMOS button and debug LEDs, and dedicated ARGB headers for sync lighting. Potential cons include a limited number of just two memory DIMM slots, basic Realtek ALC897 audio, and the requirement of tools for M.2 cooler maintenance.

Technical Specifications of Maxsun Challenger Z890M

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the motherboard's technical performance, covering key areas such as power delivery, CPU and memory support, expansion, storage, connectivity, cooling, BIOS features, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare motherboards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

19.0%

?

Memory

16.0%

?

Platform & Features

16.0%

?

Storage

15.0%

?

Network

13.0%

?

Ports & USB

8.0%

?

Expansion

8.0%

?

Power & Cooling

5.0%

?

Audio

6.6
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has a technical score of 6.57 points, which is higher than that of 54.6% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the motherboard.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a motherboard performs in real-world builds and how reliable it is in terms of stability, BIOS usability, connectivity, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the motherboard.
When it matters: When you prefer a motherboard that has already been bought and reviewed by many other users.
1.0
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 77.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the motherboard's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a motherboard that offers a strong balance of features, performance, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.6

Overall score

40.0%

9.2

Price

7.4
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.4 points, which is higher than 50.6% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The brand that makes the motherboard.
When it matters: When you have a brand preference for support, BIOS, or build quality.

Importance: MEDIUM

Maxsun
CPU socket
What it is: The socket type the motherboard is built to support.
When it matters: When you need the motherboard to match a specific CPU.

Importance: HIGH

LGA 1851
Maxsun Challenger Z890M uses the LGA 1851 CPU socket, which is more advanced than that of 77.7% of motherboards and equal to that of 8.1% of motherboards.
CPU platform

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Chipset
What it is: The chipset that defines the motherboard platform and many of its features.
When it matters: When you compare platform features, connectivity, and CPU support.

Importance: HIGH

Intel Z890
Maxsun Challenger Z890M uses the Intel Z890 chipset, which is more advanced than that of 94.5% of motherboards and equal to that of 3.8% of motherboards.
Form factor
What it is: The physical size standard of the motherboard, such as ATX or Micro-ATX.
When it matters: When you need the board to fit a specific case size.

Importance: HIGH

microATX
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has the microATX form factor, which is less versatile than that of 52.2% of motherboards and equal to that of 32.4% of motherboards.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the motherboard supports, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the board to match a certain memory platform.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: DDR5

DDR5
Maxsun Challenger Z890M uses DDR5 memory, which is newer than that of 64.7% of motherboards and equal to that of 35.3% of motherboards.
Memory slots
What it is: The number of RAM slots on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want more room for future memory upgrades.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4

2
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 2 Memory slots, which is fewer than 78.6% of motherboards and equal to 21.4% of motherboards.
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of RAM the motherboard supports.
When it matters: When you plan a build with very high memory capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

128 GB
Maxsun Challenger Z890M supports up to 128 GB of memory, which is more than 40.4% of motherboards and equal to 32.1% of motherboards.
Memory channels
What it is: The memory channel configuration supported by the motherboard platform.
When it matters: When memory bandwidth matters for your build.

Importance: MEDIUM

2
Maxsun Challenger Z890M supports 2 memory channels, which is more than 0.2% of motherboards and equal to 92.5% of motherboards.
Maximum RAM speed
What it is: The highest officially supported memory speed for the motherboard.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=6400 MT/s

7,200 MT/s
Maxsun Challenger Z890M supports memory speeds up to 7200 MT/s, which is higher than that of 77.6% of motherboards and equal to that of 3.3% of motherboards.
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N. of M.2 sockets
What it is: The number of M.2 slots available on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want room for more NVMe or M.2 drives.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=3

2
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 2 M.2 sockets, which is more than 30.8% of motherboards and equal to 34.6% of motherboards.
M.2 slot interface per slot
What it is: The storage or PCIe interface available for each M.2 slot on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want to check which drives each M.2 slot can use.

Importance: HIGH

1x PCIe 5.0 x4/x2, 1x PCIe 4.0 x4/x2
Maxsun Challenger Z890M offers 1x PCIe 5.0x4/x2, 1x PCIe 4.0x4/x2 for M.2 slot interfaces, which is faster than that of 83.3% of motherboards and equal to that of 0.6% of motherboards.
N. of SATA 3 connectors
What it is: The number of SATA 6Gb/s connectors on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you plan to connect multiple SATA drives.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6

3
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 3 SATA 3 connectors, which is fewer than 94.5% of motherboards and equal to 0.8% of motherboards.
Supported RAID levels
What it is: The RAID modes officially supported by the motherboard storage platform.
When it matters: When you plan to use multiple drives in a RAID setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

0/1/5/10
Maxsun Challenger Z890M supports RAID levels 0/1/5/10, which is broader than 31.8% of motherboards and equal to 68.2% of motherboards.
JBOD excluded from RAID-level set
NVMe RAID support
What it is: Shows whether the board supports RAID configurations that use NVMe SSDs.
When it matters: When you plan to use multiple NVMe drives in RAID.

Importance: LOW

yes
Maxsun Challenger Z890M supports NVMe RAID. 40.3% of motherboards support this feature.
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N. of PCIe 5.0 x16 slots
What it is: The number of PCIe 5.0 x16 physical slots on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want the newest high-bandwidth expansion slots.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1

1
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 1 PCIe 5.0x16 slots, which is more than 68.6% of motherboards and equal to 26.6% of motherboards.
N. of PCIe 4.0 x16 slots
What it is: The number of PCIe 4.0 x16 physical slots on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want more room for modern expansion cards.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1

0
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 0 PCIe 4.0x16 slots, which is equal to 55.6% of motherboards.
N. of PCIe 3.0 x16 slots
What it is: The number of PCIe 3.0 x16 physical slots on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need more full-length expansion slots.

Importance: MEDIUM

0
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 0 PCIe 3.0x16 slots, which is fewer than 59.5% of motherboards and equal to 40.5% of motherboards.
PCIe slot electrical configuration
What it is: The actual lane wiring used by the motherboard PCIe slots.
When it matters: When you need to know how much bandwidth each slot really gets.

Importance: HIGH

x16/x4/x1
Maxsun Challenger Z890M uses x16/x4/x1 for PCIe slot electrical configuration, which is more flexible than that of 71.6% of motherboards and equal to that of 7.5% of motherboards.
PCIe bifurcation support
What it is: Shows whether the board can split PCIe lanes across multiple devices from one slot or link.
When it matters: When you plan multi-SSD adapters or more advanced expansion setups.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Maxsun Challenger Z890M supports PCIe bifurcation. 39.1% of motherboards support this feature.
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Total USB ports (rear I/O)
What it is: The total number of rear USB ports available on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you use many USB devices directly from the back of the PC.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=8

7
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 7 USB ports (rear I/O), which is fewer than 59.8% of motherboards and equal to 4.4% of motherboards.
Total USB ports (including headers)
What it is: The total number of USB ports supported when rear ports and internal headers are counted together.
When it matters: When you want to know the board's full USB expansion potential.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=14

12
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 12 USB ports (including headers), which is fewer than 72.4% of motherboards and equal to 16.6% of motherboards.
Total USB-C ports (rear I/O)
What it is: The total number of rear USB-C ports on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want more USB-C devices connected without adapters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=1

1
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 1 USB-C ports (rear I/O), which is more than 35.4% of motherboards and equal to 48.8% of motherboards.
Total USB-C ports (including headers)
What it is: The total number of USB-C ports supported when rear ports and internal headers are counted together.
When it matters: When you want more USB-C connectivity across the whole build.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=2

2
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 2 USB-C ports (including headers), which is more than 51.8% of motherboards and equal to 32.8% of motherboards.
includes internal USB-C header.
N. of USB 3.2 Gen2x2 ports (USB-C)
What it is: The number of rear USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C ports on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want very fast USB-C connectivity on the rear I/O.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1

0
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 0 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 ports (USB-C), which is equal to 81.6% of motherboards.
10Gbps excluded.
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LAN speed
What it is: The maximum wired Ethernet speed supported by the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want faster wired networking.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 2.5GbE

2.5 Gbps
Maxsun Challenger Z890M supports LAN speeds up to 2.5 Gbps, which is higher than that of 49.2% of motherboards and equal to that of 41.5% of motherboards.
LAN controller
What it is: The model of onboard Ethernet controller used by the motherboard.
When it matters: When you compare networking hardware quality and features.

Importance: MEDIUM

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N. of RJ45 ports
What it is: The number of wired Ethernet ports on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need one or more wired network connections.

Importance: LOW

1
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 1 RJ45 ports, which is equal to 85.6% of motherboards.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Shows whether the motherboard includes onboard Wi-Fi hardware instead of requiring a separate adapter.
When it matters: When you want wireless networking without adding an extra card.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Maxsun Challenger Z890M supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 50.9% of motherboards support this feature.
Wi-Fi 6.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: The supported Wi-Fi generation, such as Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 7.
When it matters: When you care about wireless speed and router compatibility.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Maxsun Challenger Z890M supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), which is newer than that of 60.4% of motherboards and equal to that of 11.6% of motherboards.
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Audio codec
What it is: The onboard audio codec used by the motherboard.
When it matters: When sound quality from the built-in audio matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Realtek ALC897
Maxsun Challenger Z890M uses the Realtek ALC897 audio codec, which is less advanced than that of 50.8% of motherboards and equal to that of 29.3% of motherboards.
Audio channels
What it is: The audio channel configuration supported by the onboard sound solution.
When it matters: When you want surround sound from the motherboard audio outputs.

Importance: LOW

Good value: 7.1

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Audio SNR
What it is: The signal-to-noise ratio of the onboard audio solution.
When it matters: When you care about cleaner onboard audio output.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=120 dB

97 dB
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has an audio SNR of 97 dB, which is lower than that of 67.3% of motherboards and equal to that of 16.8% of motherboards.
Headphone amp support
What it is: Shows whether the onboard audio path includes dedicated headphone amplification for harder-to-drive headsets.
When it matters: When you use harder-to-drive headphones from the onboard audio.

Importance: LOW

no
Maxsun Challenger Z890M does not support a headphone amp. 63% of motherboards support this feature.
N. of 3.5mm audio jacks
What it is: The number of rear 3.5mm audio jacks on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you want more analog audio connection options.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5

3
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 3 3.5mm audio jacks, which is fewer than 50.3% of motherboards and equal to 38.2% of motherboards.
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VRM phases
What it is: The number of power-delivery phases used by the motherboard VRM.
When it matters: When you care about CPU power delivery and overclocking headroom.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=12

10+1+1
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 10+1+1 VRM phases, which is more than 52.5% of motherboards and equal to 0.9% of motherboards.
N. of CPU power connectors
What it is: The number of CPU power connectors on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you care about power delivery for higher-end CPUs.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=2

2
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 2 CPU power connectors, which is more than 54.6% of motherboards and equal to 45.3% of motherboards.
N. of fan headers
What it is: The number of headers available for case or CPU fans.
When it matters: When your build uses several fans.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6

3
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has 3 fan headers, which is fewer than 76.7% of motherboards and equal to 15% of motherboards.
Pump header
What it is: Shows whether the motherboard includes a dedicated header designed for a liquid-cooling pump.
When it matters: When you build with an AIO or custom liquid cooling loop.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Maxsun Challenger Z890M has a pump header. 23.1% of motherboards include this feature.
Pump header max current
What it is: The maximum current the dedicated pump header can supply.
When it matters: When you want to make sure the pump header can power your cooling setup.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2 A

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Maxsun Challenger Z890M vs the average motherboard

  • Newer CPU socket
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has newer CPU socket than the average motherboard (LGA 1,851 vs LGA 1,151). The average motherboard uses LGA 1,151 CPU socket.
    What it is: The socket type the motherboard is built to support.
    When it matters: When you need the motherboard to match a specific CPU.

    Importance: HIGH

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has newer CPU socket than the average motherboard (LGA 1,851 vs LGA 1,151). The average motherboard uses LGA 1,151 CPU socket.LGA 1851 vs LGA 1151
  • Newer DDR memory generation
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has newer DDR memory generation than the average motherboard (DDR5 vs DDR4). The average motherboard supports DDR4 memory.
    What it is: The RAM generation the motherboard supports, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
    When it matters: When you need the board to match a certain memory platform.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: DDR5

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has newer DDR memory generation than the average motherboard (DDR5 vs DDR4). The average motherboard supports DDR4 memory.DDR5 vs DDR4
  • 1 more PCIe 5.0x16 slots
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more PCIe 5.0x16 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe 5.0x16 slot/s.
    What it is: The number of PCIe 5.0 x16 physical slots on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you want the newest high-bandwidth expansion slots.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more PCIe 5.0x16 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe 5.0x16 slot/s.1 vs 0
  • 1 more CPU power connectors
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more CPU power connectors than the average motherboard (2 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 CPU power connectors.
    What it is: The number of CPU power connectors on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you care about power delivery for higher-end CPUs.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=2

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more CPU power connectors than the average motherboard (2 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 CPU power connectors.2 vs 1
  • 1 more PCIe x4 slots
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more PCIe x4 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe x4 slot/s.
    What it is: The number of PCIe x4 slots on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you need more mid-bandwidth expansion slots.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more PCIe x4 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe x4 slot/s.1 vs 0
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average motherboard does not. 49.1% of motherboards support Wi-Fi connectivity.
    Wi-Fi 6.
    What it is: Shows whether the motherboard includes onboard Wi-Fi hardware instead of requiring a separate adapter.
    When it matters: When you want wireless networking without adding an extra card.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average motherboard does not. 49.1% of motherboards support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • More flexible PCIe lane configuration
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more flexible PCIe lane configuration than the average motherboard (x16/x4/x1 vs x16/x1). The average motherboard uses x16/x1 PCIe slot lane configuration.
    What it is: The actual lane wiring used by the motherboard PCIe slots.
    When it matters: When you need to know how much bandwidth each slot really gets.

    Importance: HIGH

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more flexible PCIe lane configuration than the average motherboard (x16/x4/x1 vs x16/x1). The average motherboard uses x16/x1 PCIe slot lane configuration.x16/x4/x1 vs x16/x1
  • Rear-panel CMOS reset button
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has a rear-panel CMOS reset button, while the average motherboard does not. 26.5% of motherboards include a rear-panel CMOS reset button.
    What it is: A rear I/O button used to clear BIOS or CMOS settings quickly.
    When it matters: When you overclock or troubleshoot and want an easier reset method.

    Importance: LOW

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has a rear-panel CMOS reset button, while the average motherboard does not. 26.5% of motherboards include a rear-panel CMOS reset button.
  • Newer CPU socket
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has newer CPU socket than the average motherboard (LGA 1,851 vs LGA 1,151). The average motherboard uses LGA 1,151 CPU socket.
  • Rear-panel CMOS reset button
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has a rear-panel CMOS reset button, while the average motherboard does not. 26.5% of motherboards include a rear-panel CMOS reset button.
  • More BIOS update options
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more BIOS update options than the average motherboard (UEFI utility, flashback, Windows app, UEFI shell vs UEFI utility, flashback, Windows app). The average motherboard offers UEFI utility, flashback, Windows app BIOS update methods.
  • Better motherboard chipset
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has better motherboard chipset than the average motherboard (Intel Z890 vs Intel B860). The average motherboard uses Intel B860 chipset.
  • Newer DDR memory generation
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has newer DDR memory generation than the average motherboard (DDR5 vs DDR4). The average motherboard supports DDR4 memory.
  • 56.5% higher maximum RAM speed
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has a higher maximum RAM speed than the average motherboard (7,200 MT/s vs 4,600 MT/s). The average motherboard supports RAM speed of 4,600 MT/s.
  • 1 more PCIe 5.0x16 slots
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more PCIe 5.0x16 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe 5.0x16 slot/s.
  • 1 more PCIe x4 slots
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more PCIe x4 slots than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 PCIe x4 slot/s.
  • More flexible PCIe lane configuration
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more flexible PCIe lane configuration than the average motherboard (x16/x4/x1 vs x16/x1). The average motherboard uses x16/x1 PCIe slot lane configuration.
  • 1 more USB4 40Gbps ports
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more USB4 40Gbps ports than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 USB4 40Gbps port/s.
  • 1 more USB 3.2 Gen2 headers
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more USB 3.2 Gen2 headers than the average motherboard (1 vs 0). The average motherboard has 0 USB 3.2 Gen2 header/s.
  • 1 more total USB-C connections
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more total USB-C connections than the average motherboard (2 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 total USB-C connections.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average motherboard does not. 49.1% of motherboards support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M supports Bluetooth, while the average motherboard does not. 47% of motherboards support Bluetooth.
  • 1 more CPU power connectors
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more CPU power connectors than the average motherboard (2 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 CPU power connectors.
  • 80 mm shorter
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M is shorter than the average motherboard (225 mm vs 305 mm). The average motherboard height is 305 mm.
  • 19 mm narrower
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M is narrower than the average motherboard (225 mm vs 244 mm). The average motherboard width is 244 mm.
  • More VRM phases
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more VRM phases than the average motherboard (10+1+1 vs 10). The average motherboard has 10 VRM phase/s.

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Platform & Features
Memory
Expansion
Ports & USB
Network
Power & Cooling
  • No BIOS flashback support
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M does not support BIOS flashback, while the average motherboard does. 50.8% of motherboards support BIOS flashback.
  • No debug LED indicators
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M does not have debug LED indicators, while the average motherboard does. 78.8% of motherboards include debug LED indicators.
  • Less versatile form factor
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has less versatile form factor than the average motherboard (microATX vs ATX). The average motherboard comes in ATX form factor.
  • No TPM connector
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M does not have a TPM connector, while the average motherboard does. 86.7% of motherboards include a TPM connector.
    Firmware TPM/PTT only.
  • 2 fewer memory slots
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer memory slots than the average motherboard (2 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 memory slot/s.
  • No multi-GPU support
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M does not support multi-GPU, while the average motherboard does. 54.6% of motherboards support multi-GPU.
  • 1 fewer PCIe 3.0x16 slots
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer PCIe 3.0x16 slots than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 PCIe 3.0x16 slot/s.
  • 3 fewer total USB connections
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer total USB connections than the average motherboard (12 vs 15). The average motherboard has 15 total USB connections.
  • 1 fewer USB 3.2 Gen2 ports
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer USB 3.2 Gen2 ports than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 port/s.
  • 1 fewer rear USB ports
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer rear USB ports than the average motherboard (7 vs 8). The average motherboard has 8 rear USB port/s.
  • 1 fewer PS/2 ports
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer PS/2 ports than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 PS/2 port/s.
  • Older HDMI version
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has older HDMI version than the average motherboard (2 vs 2.1). The average motherboard supports HDMI 2.1.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has older Bluetooth version than the average motherboard (5.2 vs 5.4). The average motherboard supports Bluetooth 5.4.
  • 18 dB lower audio SNR
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has a lower audio SNR than the average motherboard (97 dB vs 115 dB). The average motherboard has audio SNR of 115 dB.
  • No headphone amp support
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M does not support a headphone amp, while the average motherboard does. 63% of motherboards support a headphone amp.
  • More basic audio codec
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has more basic audio codec than the average motherboard (Realtek ALC897 vs Realtek ALC898). The average motherboard uses Realtek ALC898 audio codec.
  • 2 fewer 3.5mm audio jacks
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer 3.5mm audio jacks than the average motherboard (3 vs 5). The average motherboard has 5 3.5mm audio jacks.
  • No optical S/PDIF out
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M does not have optical S/PDIF out, while the average motherboard does. 55.7% of motherboards include optical S/PDIF out.
  • 2 fewer fan headers
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer fan headers than the average motherboard (3 vs 5). The average motherboard has 5 fan header/s.
  • No onboard RGB lighting
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M does not have onboard RGB lighting, while the average motherboard does. 50.3% of motherboards include onboard RGB lighting.
  • 2 fewer memory slots
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer memory slots than the average motherboard (2 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 memory slot/s.
    What it is: The number of RAM slots on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you want more room for future memory upgrades.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=4

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer memory slots than the average motherboard (2 vs 4). The average motherboard has 4 memory slot/s.2 vs 4
  • No BIOS flashback support
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M does not support BIOS flashback, while the average motherboard does. 50.8% of motherboards support BIOS flashback.
    What it is: Shows whether the motherboard can update BIOS without needing a fully installed or supported CPU to boot first.
    When it matters: When you may need to update BIOS before the system can boot.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M does not support BIOS flashback, while the average motherboard does. 50.8% of motherboards support BIOS flashback.
  • 3 fewer total USB connections
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer total USB connections than the average motherboard (12 vs 15). The average motherboard has 15 total USB connections.
    What it is: The total number of USB ports supported when rear ports and internal headers are counted together.
    When it matters: When you want to know the board's full USB expansion potential.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=14

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer total USB connections than the average motherboard (12 vs 15). The average motherboard has 15 total USB connections.12 vs 15
  • 1 fewer USB 3.2 Gen2 ports
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer USB 3.2 Gen2 ports than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 port/s.
    What it is: The number of rear USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you want faster USB-A ports for storage or accessories.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer USB 3.2 Gen2 ports than the average motherboard (0 vs 1). The average motherboard has 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 port/s.0 vs 1
  • No multi-GPU support
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M does not support multi-GPU, while the average motherboard does. 54.6% of motherboards support multi-GPU.
    What it is: Shows whether the board can run more than one graphics card in a supported multi-GPU configuration.
    When it matters: When you plan to run more than one graphics card.

    Importance: LOW

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M does not support multi-GPU, while the average motherboard does. 54.6% of motherboards support multi-GPU.
  • 18 dB lower audio SNR
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has a lower audio SNR than the average motherboard (97 dB vs 115 dB). The average motherboard has audio SNR of 115 dB.
    What it is: The signal-to-noise ratio of the onboard audio solution.
    When it matters: When you care about cleaner onboard audio output.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=120 dB

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has a lower audio SNR than the average motherboard (97 dB vs 115 dB). The average motherboard has audio SNR of 115 dB.97 dB vs 115 dB
  • No headphone amp support
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M does not support a headphone amp, while the average motherboard does. 63% of motherboards support a headphone amp.
    What it is: Shows whether the onboard audio path includes dedicated headphone amplification for harder-to-drive headsets.
    When it matters: When you use harder-to-drive headphones from the onboard audio.

    Importance: LOW

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M does not support a headphone amp, while the average motherboard does. 63% of motherboards support a headphone amp.
  • 1 fewer rear USB ports
    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer rear USB ports than the average motherboard (7 vs 8). The average motherboard has 8 rear USB port/s.
    What it is: The total number of rear USB ports available on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you use many USB devices directly from the back of the PC.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=8

    Maxsun Challenger Z890M has fewer rear USB ports than the average motherboard (7 vs 8). The average motherboard has 8 rear USB port/s.7 vs 8
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What customers like about Maxsun Challenger Z890M?

  • High value for performance compared to established western brands
  • Robust power delivery with a 10+1+1 phase 60A SPS design for stable operation
  • Support for next-gen PCIe 5.0 on both the primary x16 slot and one M.2 slot
  • Compact Micro-ATX form factor suitable for space-efficient builds
  • Modern connectivity features including Wi-Fi 6, 2.5G Ethernet, and front USB-C 10G
  • Includes physical convenience features like a CLR_CMOS button for easy BIOS resets

What customers dislike about Maxsun Challenger Z890M?

  • Limited memory expansion with only 2 DIMM slots instead of the standard 4
  • Basic BIOS interface compared to more feature-rich competitors
  • Lack of 'DIY-friendly' toolless mechanisms for M.2 coolers and PCIe releases found on higher-end boards
  • Minimal internal fan headers (typically 3 total) which may require splitters for complex cooling
  • Limited SATA storage options with only 3 ports available

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