ASRock Z890 WiFi: Simplify Home Networking in South Africa

Tired of lag spikes ruining your ranked matches, even with fast fibre? What if your PC's motherboard was the key to unlocking a truly stable connection? The upcoming ASRock Z890 WiFi motherboards are poised to do just that. By integrating the latest networking tech, they aim to simplify home networking in South Africa, tackling everything from congested airwaves to frustrating dropouts. Get ready for a smoother online experience. 🚀

MAG B860M Mortar WiFi Motherboard, mATX - Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2), LGA 1851 - DDR5 Memory Boost 9200+ MT/s OC, 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 x M.2 Gen5, 5G LAN, Wi-Fi 7 / 911-7E40-002

R5599.00In Stock

MSI Z890 Gaming Plus Wi-Fi Intel Motherboard / ATX Form Factor / Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) / LGA 1851 CPU Socket / 4x DDR5 UDIMM Supporting up to 256GB / 911-7E34-002

R6699.00In Stock

MSI MPG Z890 Carbon Wi-Fi Intel Motherboard / ATX Form Factor / Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) / LGA 1851 CPU Socket / 4x DDR5 UDIMM Supporting up to 256GB / 911-7E17-001

R11999.00In Stock

ASRock Z890 Steel Legend WiFi Intel Motherboard / ATX Form Factor / Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) / LGA 1851 CPU Socket / 4x DDR5 DIMM Supporting up to 256GB / 90-MXBPF0-A0UAYZ

R6699.00In Stock

MSI MAG B860 TOMAHAWK WIFI Motherboard, ATX - Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2), LGA 1851 - DDR5 Memory Boost 9200+ MT/s OC, 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 x M.2 Gen5, 5G LAN, Wi-Fi 7 / 911-7E39-001

R5999.00In Stock

MSI PRO B850-P WIFI Motherboard, ATX - Supports AMD Ryzen 9000/8000 / 7000 Processors, AM5 - DDR5 Memory Boost (8200+ MT/s OC), PCIe 5.0 x16 & 4.0 x16, M.2 Gen5, Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN / 911-7E56-002

R4599.00In Stock

How the ASRock Z890 WiFi Tackles SA Internet Woes

Let's be honest, even the best internet connection in Mzansi can feel shaky sometimes. Between crowded WiFi channels in apartment blocks and multiple devices fighting for bandwidth at home, your gaming or streaming can suffer. This is the exact problem the next generation of motherboards, featuring the ASRock Z890 WiFi, is built to solve.

The big feature is the expected arrival of WiFi 7. Think of it less as just a speed bump and more as a clever traffic management system. Its key technology, Multi-Link Operation (MLO), allows a device to connect to your router using multiple frequency bands (like 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz) at the same time. This creates a more robust, stable connection that's less likely to drop. For gamers, this means lower, more consistent ping. For everyone else, it means smoother 4K streaming and faster downloads, even when the whole family is online. This represents a significant leap forward for the platform, building on the solid foundation seen in previous generations of Intel motherboards.

More Than Just Speed: What Z890 Brings to the Table

While the networking improvements are a headline feature, the Z890 chipset is a full platform upgrade designed for Intel's next-generation Arrow Lake processors. This means more than just better internet... it's about future-proofing your entire rig. ✨

We anticipate full support for PCIe 5.0 for both graphics cards and NVMe SSDs. This ensures you're ready for the fastest storage and next-gen GPUs without bottlenecks. A new motherboard also means a new power delivery design, and ASRock is known for robust VRMs that provide clean, stable power to the CPU—essential for both performance and longevity. This level of platform maturity brings Intel's ecosystem in line with features that have been available on some top-tier AMD motherboards, giving PC builders fantastic options no matter which team they're on.

MSI Z890 Gaming Plus Wi-Fi Intel Motherboard / ATX Form Factor / Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) / LGA 1851 CPU Socket / 4x DDR5 UDIMM Supporting up to 256GB / 911-7E34-002

R6699.00In Stock

MSI PRO B850M-G AMD Motherboard / Supports AMD Ryzen™ 9000 / 8000 / 7000 Series / Dual Channel DDR5-8200+ (OC) / Direct 7+2+1 Power System (P-PAK) / Lightning Gen 5 x4 M.2 / 5G LAN / 911-7E82-001

R2999.00In Stock

MAG B860M Mortar WiFi Motherboard, mATX - Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2), LGA 1851 - DDR5 Memory Boost 9200+ MT/s OC, 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 x M.2 Gen5, 5G LAN, Wi-Fi 7 / 911-7E40-002

R5599.00In Stock

ASRock X870 LiveMixer WiFi AMD Motherboard / Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen™ 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors / AMD X870 Chipset / PCIe Gen5 (Graphics, M.2) / Dual Channel DDR5 / 5G LAN & Wi-Fi 7 / 90-MXBTA0-A0UAYZ

R5599.00In Stock

MSI B860 GAMING PLUS WIFI Motherboard, ATX - Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2), LGA 1851 - DDR5 Memory Boost 8600+ MT/s (OC), PCIe 5.0 x16 x16, M.2 Gen5, Intel Killer 5G LAN, Wi-Fi 7 / 911-7E41-003

R5299.00In Stock

ASRock Phantom Gaming X870 Riptide WiFi AMD Motherboard / Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen™ 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors / AMD B850 Chipset / PCIe Gen5 (Graphics, M.2) / Dual Channel DDR5 / USB4 Type-C Ports (40 Gb/s) / Killer 2.5G LAN & 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 / 90-MXBPP0-A0UAYZ

R6399.00In Stock

Should You Start Saving for an ASRock Z890 WiFi Board?

So, is this the upgrade for you? If you're planning a brand-new, top-of-the-line build when Intel's next-gen CPUs launch, waiting for an ASRock Z890 WiFi board makes perfect sense. The combination of cutting-edge networking and platform features will provide a solid foundation for years to come. Competitive gamers and content creators who can't afford any network instability will see the most immediate benefit.

However, if your upgrade needs are more immediate or you're working with a tighter budget, you don't have to wait. The current market for cheap Intel & AMD based motherboards offers incredible performance and value right now. A modern Z790 or B760 board can still deliver a phenomenal gaming experience today.