Asus ROG CROSSHAIR X870E HERO, AMD X870E, AM5, ATX, 4 DDR5, HDMI, 2 USB4, Wi-Fi 7, 5G & 2.5G LAN, PD 60W, RGB, 5x M.2

Unleash the Power of AMD Ryzen™ 9000 Series Processors

The ROG Crosshair X870E Hero is designed to deliver unyielding power, robust thermal management, and hyperspeed connectivity. With comprehensive PCIE 5.0 and DDR5 support, this motherboard is built to maximize the performance of AMD Ryzen™ 9000 Series processors.

Premium Design and Aesthetic Appeal

• Dark hues and premium metallic textures dominate the design.
• Features nickel-plated surfaces, sleek contours, and a stereoscopic visual effect on the large M.2 and chipset heatsink.
• Includes Polymo Lighting II, an upgraded lighting module built into the I/O shroud for dynamic RGB illumination of the signature ROG logo.

Key Features

Advanced AI Capabilities

• AI Networking II: Optimizes network performance and supports WiFi 7 for seamless connectivity.
• AI Overclocking: Smarter and faster tuning for enhanced performance.
• AI Cooling II: Balances thermal and acoustic performance with a single click.

Overclocking Features

• Dynamic OC Switcher: Automatically switches between manual overclocking and Precision Boost Overdrive based on workload.
• Core Flex: Offers control over clock, power, and thermals.
• Asynchronous Clock: Isolates CPU base clock from memory, PCIe, and Infinity Fabric speed for next-level frequency flexibility.

Memory

• DDR5 Domination: Drives enthusiast-grade kits far beyond 8 GT/s.
• NitroPath DRAM Technology: Enhances slot retention force by 57% and boosts frequency up to 400 MT/s higher.
• AEMP: Exclusive firmware for PMIC-restricted memory modules.

Thermal Management

• Multiple temperature sources: Monitor and react to thermal changes.
• 4-pin fan headers: Auto-detects PWM or DC fans.
• AIO pump header: Dedicated control for water-cooling setups.

Connectivity and Expansion

WiFi 7 and Ethernet

• WiFi 7: Delivers ultrafast speeds with revolutionary Multi-Link Operation (MLO) for stable connections and low latency.
• ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna: Dual transceivers for improved signal quality and range.
• 2.5Gb and 5Gb Ethernet: Supports low-latency gaming, speedy file transfers, and high-resolution video streaming.

Five Onboard M.2 Slots

• Three PCIe 5.0-ready slots for blazing-fast 16 GB/s speeds.
• Two PCIe 4.0 slots for impressive 8 GB/s speeds.
• SlimSAS connector: Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode via a transfer cable.

Expansion Slots

• Dual PCIe 5.0 x16 slots with speeds up to 64 GB/s.
• SafeSlot retention brackets for heavy graphics cards.
• PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim for easy release of graphics cards.

Audio Excellence: ROG SupremeFX

• 110 dB signal-to-noise ratio for pristine recording quality.
• Integrated ESS® ES9219 Quad DAC for superior audio output.
• End-to-end 32-bit 384 kHz resolution playback for nuanced audio experiences.

Intuitive Software and DIY Features

BIOS Q-Dashboard

• Simplified motherboard configuration with visual hardware representation.

EZ PC DIY Features

• PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim: Quick and easy graphics card removal.
• M.2 Q-Latch: Tool-free installation or removal of M.2 SSDs.
• Q-LED: Troubleshooting lights for quick component checks.
• Clear CMOS & BIOS Flashback: Reset or update BIOS with ease.

Software Suite

• ASUS DriverHub: Streamlines driver installation and updates.
• Armoury Crate: Centralized control for RGB lighting and fan tuning.
• AIDA64 Extreme: Includes a one-year subscription for hardware diagnostics and monitoring.
• ASUS GlideX: Cross-platform screen-sharing and control solution.

Specifications

Motherboard Type: Desktop

Form Factor: ATX

Socket: AMD AM5

Chipset: AMD X870E

RAM: DDR5 (Dual Channel), up to 256GB

Graphics Ports: 1 x HDMI, 2 x USB4 (40Gbps) Type-C

Wireless: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth v5.4

LAN: 5Gb LAN & 2.5Gb LAN

Audio: ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound with ALC4082 codec

Accessories Included

• 1 x ARGB RGB extension cable
• 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
• 1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
• 2 x M.2 Q-Latch packages
• 1 x ROG stickers and thank you card
• 1 x USB drive with utilities and drivers
• 1 x ROG Bottle Opener
• Quick Start Guide

With its cutting-edge features and robust design, the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero is the ultimate choice for enthusiasts and gamers looking to build a high-performance rig.