ASUS ROG has officially released BIOS updates for Intel Z890 motherboards, incorporating Intel's latest 0x114 microcode for Core Ultra desktop processors.
The new BIOS brings FPS gains across a variety of gaming genres. Performance is especially notable when using the 1203 XMP I and 1203 XMP Tweaked profiles, which provide optimisations and better frame stability.
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Specification and Configuration
Outlined below are the specifications and settings used to generate the test data. For users aiming to optimise their system for enhanced performance, these configurations can serve as a reliable reference. All testing was conducted on the ROG Maximus Z890 Hero equipped with an ROG STRIX RTX 4090 O24G GAMING and an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K

Should I perform any prechecks?
Before applying these settings, ensure your system is prepared by completing the following steps:
System Preparation Steps
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Update BIOS
Update your motherboard BIOS to the latest version supporting the 0x114 microcode.
Guide: How to Update BIOS for ASUS Motherboards
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Adjust UEFI BIOS Settings
- In ASUS UEFI BIOS, select the ASUS-exclusive XMP Tweaked setting to reduce latency.
- If system stability is more important, opt for the XMP I profile instead.
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Install Drivers
Download and install the Intel Dynamic Tuning driver from the ASUS DriverHub. No additional BIOS adjustments are required.
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Install Intel APO
Download and install Intel Application Optimization (APO) from the Microsoft Store.
Guide: How to Support Intel APO (Application Optimization)?
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Update Windows 11
Ensure your system is running Windows 11 version 24H2, with build number 10D: 26100.2314.
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Set Power Plan
Configure your Windows power mode to High Performance for maximum efficiency.
Resource Links
ROG Arrowlake Resource Thread
ROG Maximus Z890 Hero