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The NZXT N9 Z890 is one of the best upgrades I’ve made — it not only boosts performance but also makes my all-white PC look next level. The full-metal white cover, integrated RGB lighting, and clean design make it pop inside the case. Every component stands out without looking messy.
Performance-wise, the board handles everything I throw at it: fast DDR5 RAM, multiple M.2 drives, and the latest Intel Ultra CPU. The power delivery (20+1+1 phases) feels solid, the cooling (heatsinks, fans, and thermal pads) keeps temperatures in check, even under heavy load. Wi-Fi 7, 5Gb Ethernet, and Thunderbolt 4 are more than I expected — super fast connections all around.
What really ties it all together is that when I turn on the RGB, the lighting accents bounce off the white PCB and metal parts beautifully, giving it that clean, premium look. If you're building something white and want a board that performs hard and looks stunning, this is it.
