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Asus ROG CROSSHAIR VIII HERO (WI-FI), AMD X570, AM4, ATX, 4 DDR4, SLI/XFire, 2.5GB LAN, PCIe4, RGB Lighting, M.2

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AMD X570 ATX gaming motherboard with PCIe 4.0 16 power stages OptiMem III on-board Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) 2.5 Gbps LAN USB 3.2 SATA M.2 and Aura Sync RGB lighting

  • AMD AM4 socket: Ready for 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ processors and up to two M.2 drives USB 3.2 Gen2 and AMD StoreMI to maximize connectivity and speed.
  • Comprehensive thermal design: Active chipset heatsink M.2 aluminum heatsink and ROG Cooling Zone.
  • Robust power delivery: Designed power solution with 14+2 IR3555 PowIRstages ProCool II power connectors microfine alloy chokes and 10K Japanese-made black metallic capacitors.
  • High-performance networking: On-board Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO support 2.5 Gbps Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet both with ASUS LANGuard protection and support for GameFirst V software.
  • 5-Way Optimization: Automated system-wide tuning providing overclocking and cooling profiles that are tailor made for your rig.
  • DIY Friendly Design: Pre-mounted I/O shield ASUS SafeSlot BIOS flashback and premium components for maximum endurance.
  • Unmatched personalization: ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting including RGB headers and addressable Gen 2 RGB headers.
  • Industry-leading ROG audio: ROG SupremeFX S1220 is combined with the venerable ESS® ES9023P to deliver high-fidelity audio to headsets and exotic cans.
 
 
Optimal Performance
 
Boosted Performance No Bottlenecks
ROG Crosshair VIII Hero comes equipped with an optimized power-design layout and all the cooling headers you need to handle the prodigious power of the latest AMD Ryzen processors without performance-zapping thermal throttling. 
 
 
 
 
ROG Power Solution
The monstrous compute power of multi-core processors necessitates a power circuit that rapidly responds to massive current swings. Featuring an array of 16 strategically paired power stages the Hero's VRM is geared for any workload and all operating conditions.
 
 
 
 
Memory
Infused with proprietary memory trace layout tweaks that improve signal integrity and mitigate noise Optimem III allows memory kits to run at lower latencies reduced voltages and operate at higher frequencies. Stack the Hero with your favorite modules and maximize Matisse throughput for applications that demand massive bandwidth or balance infinity fabric and memory performance for a diverse range of workloads.
 
 
 
 
Cooler by Design
ROG Crosshair VIII Hero features the most comprehensive cooling options ever configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS.
 
Multiple temperature sources
  • Water pump+
  • 4-pin PWM/DC fan
  • Smart protection
  • ROG Water-Cooling Zone
  • AIO pump
 
 
 
 
Heatsinks
Heatsinks are extremely important for motherboards as they absorb heat from critical areas to ensure components do not stagger due to overheating. With VRM chipset and M.2 heatsinks ROG Crosshair VIII Hero ensures efficient and stable operation even when pushed hard.
 
 
 
 
Active Chipset Heatsink Design
PCle 4.0 provides twice the bandwidth for data flowing through the chipset which creates more heat than the previous generation.
The Hero features an actively cooled heatsink to prevent throttling during sustained transfers.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Optimization 
 
Uncomplicatedd System Tuning
ROG gives you powerful tools that make optimizing your system fast and easy. For those who relish fine-grained control the UEFI BIOS has a wealth of advanced options organized into intuitive categories that provide the ability to tweak every aspect of your system. 
 
 
 
 
Differential Sensing
Conventional motherboards ues single-ended sensing tapped from a location that isn't ideal leading to a large disparity between the actual voltage fed to the CPU and the value reported to software. The Hero features a differential sensing circuit that simplifies overclocking and tuning by allowing you to track voltages more accurately.
 
 
 
 
5-Way Optimisation  
AI Suite 3's dashboard-style control panel lets you fine-tune almost every aspect of your system. Get the best balance between performance cooling stability and efficiency via one simple and intuitive interface.
 
 
 
 
CPU-Performance Boost
The TurboV Processing Unit (TPU) is an intelligent onboard micro-controller that provides an array of system-tuning features including the ability to fine-tune voltages monitor system stats and adjust overclocking parameters.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Connectivity
 
Ultrafast Connectivity
ROG Crosshair VIII Hero offers advanced connectivity to ensure seamless gaming experiences. With the latest ultrafast networking including Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and dual Ethernet with one 2.5G port ROG Crosshair VIII Hero removes all bottlenecks for online and LAN play minimizing lag and providing an overall smoother experience. Additionally the M.2 supports AMD StoreMI technology to maximize the speed of your SSD for faster load times and SupremeFX on-board audio provides superb sound while saving a PCIe slot.
 
 
Wi-Fi (AX200)
ROG Crosshair VIII Hero comes with on-board Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) support offering ultrafast networking speeds improved network capacity and better performance in dense Wi-Fi environments for exceptional online gaming experiences with the convenience of a wireless connection.
 
Realtek 2.5G LAN
2.5G on-board Ethernet kicks your LAN connection up a notch with an up to 2.5X bandwidth improvement. Using your existing LAN cable you can take advantage this networking upgrade to experience smoother lag-free gaming immediately stream high-resolution videos and enjoy faster file transfers.
 
Intel Ethernet
ROG Crosshair VIII Hero features the latest Intel Ethernet (I211-AT) ensuring data exchanges with your network and the outside world are fast and smooth. Intel LAN reduces CPU overhead and increases TCP and UDP throughput keeping more processing power.
 
 
 
 
Audio
ROG's SupremeFX audio technology has levelled up delivering an exceptional 113dB signal-to-noise ratio on the line-in connection to provide best-ever recording quality. We've also added a low-dropout regulator for cleaner power delivery to the SupremeFX S1220 codec an ESS ES9023P digital-to-analog converter for superior front-panel output and a Texas Instruments RC4580 op amp for high gain with low distortion - all to deliver audio that envelops you as never before.
 
 
 
 
Storage
Dual PCIe 4.0 M.2 Slot support up to 22110 and provide NVMe SSD RAID support for an incredible performance boost. Create a RAID configuration with up to two PCIe 4.0 storage devices to enjoy the fastest data-transfer speeds on the 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen platform.
 
 
 
 
AMD StoreMI
AMD StoreMI technology is a software utility that accelerates any drive for better system responsiveness with reduced startup and software load times. It combines SSD performance with the affordability and capacity of an HDD by automatically moving frequently accessed data to dedicated SSD storage.
 
 
 
 
Asus Node
ASUS Node is a proprietary bi-directional interface that allow ASUS motherboards to communicate with other system components opening up a wealth of new options for system builders.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Personalisation 
 
The Power to Personalise
ROG provides a range of intuitive software that enables easy control of your advanced gaming hardware and ensures seamless component compatibility. From RGB lighting networking and audio to storage optimization and more ROG gives you the power to personalize your system just the way you want. 
 
 
 
 
GameFirst
GameFirst V is an ROG-exclusive tool that optimizes network traffic and your connection for faster lag-free online gaming. Select the best Wi-Fi channel for maximum stability and minimum interference team your gateways and keep tabs on bandwidth-hogging apps all from an intuitive interface that enables easy on-the-fly adjustments.
 
 
 
 
Audio Effect
Sonic Studio supports HRTF-based (head-related transfer function*) virtual surround for VR headsets casting an immersive aural landscape that draws you deeper into the action. The intuitive Sonic Studio interface also offers a range of EQ options and one-click presets allowing you to tailor acoustics to suit personal preferences or the characteristics of your headset.
 
 
 
 
Aura Sync
 
Growing your Gaming World
Gear up with ROG components from graphics and monitors to mice and keyboards and up your game with complementary aesthetics control and compatibility. The ROG ecosystem is more extensive than any competing brand so enjoy greater choice as your system expands.
 
 
 
 
Armoury Crate
Armoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported ROG gaming products. From a single intuitive interface Armoury Crate lets you easily customize RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal and synchronize them with Aura Sync for unified system lighting effects. The software also provides control of settings for a select and growing number of ROG products including keyboard and mouse preferences as well as laptop overclocking and fan speeds making it easier to tune the look and feel of your system. Armoury Crate even features dedicated product registration and ROG news areas to help you stay in touch with the ROG gaming community.
 
 
 
 
Ramcache III
RAMCache turns milliseconds into microseconds to boost game-load times. Fully compatible with the latest NVM Express storage options its uniquely intelligent technology effectively caches an entire storage device so that favorite games and apps launch at breakneck speeds.
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Power of AMD
 
AMD X570 chipset
The AMD X570 chipset delivers outstanding overclocking capabilities for the latest AMD AM4 socket for 3rd and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen /2nd and 1st Gen AMD Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics Processors. It is optimized for multiple GPU configurations including NVIDIA SLI and AMD CrossFireX. It also supports x16 PCI Express 4.0/3.0 lanes and provides 10Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports and 6 Gb/s SATA ports for faster data retrieval.
 
 
 
 
AMD AM4 Socket for 3rd and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen / 2nd and 1st Gen AMD Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics Processors
The high-performance 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors are based on the next-gen 7nm Zen architecture and support up to 16 processor cores. AMD AM4-socket processors feature dual-channel DDR4 memory native 10Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2 and x16 PCI Express 4.0/3.0 lanes for superb performance.
 

  • Motherboard Type: Desktop
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Socket: AMD AM4
  • Chipset: AMD X570
  • DDR Type: DDR4
  • CPU Support: Click here for CPU support
  • RAM Technology: DDR4 (Dual Channel)
  • RAM Slots: 4 x DIMM
  • RAM Speeds: 3rd Gen Ryzen CPUs:
    4800(O.C.)/4600(O.C)/4400(O.C)/4266(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3400(O.C.)/3200/3000/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz

    2nd Gen Ryzen CPUs:
    3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3400(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz

    2nd and 1st AMD Ryzen CPUs:
    3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz
  • Maximum Memory: 128GB
  • Graphics: -
  • Graphics Ports: -
  • Multi-GPU Support: Supports NVIDIA 2-Way SLI Technology
    Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX Technology
    Supports AMD 2-Way CrossFireX Technology
  • PCI/PCI Express: "Ryzen 3rd Gen CPUs:
    2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 SafeSlots (support x16 x8/x8)

    Ryzen 2nd Gen CPUs:
    2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 SafeSlots (support x16 x8/x8)

    Ryzen 1st/2nd Gen CPUs:
    1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 SafeSlot (supports x8)

    AMD X570 chipset
    1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (supports x4)
    1 x PCIe 4.0 x1"
  • Storage: 8 x SATA III
    1 x M.2 (2242/2260/2280) - SATA & PCIe
    1 x M.2 (2242/2260/2280/22110) - SATA & PCIe
  • RAID: "RAID 0 1 10"
  • Wireless: Supports channel bandwidth: HT20/HT40/HT80/HT160
    Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200
    2 x 2 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) with MU-MIMO supports dual frequency band 2.4/5GHz
    Up to 2.4Gbps transfer speed
    Bluetooth 5.0
  • LAN: 2.5GB LAN & GB LAN
  • Audio: ROG SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC S1220
  • USB Ports Supported: "1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (at back)
    9 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (7 at back 2 at mid-board)
    6 x USB 3.2 Gen1 (4 at back 2 at mid-board)
    4 x USB 2.0 (at mid-board)"
  • Back Panel I/O Ports: 1 x Optical S/PDIF out
    1 x Clear CMOS button
    1 x Anti-surge 2.5G LAN (RJ45)
    1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button
    1 x ASUS Wi-Fi Module
    5 x Gold-plated audio jacks
    4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
    8 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
    Anti-surge LAN (RJ45)
  • Internal I/O Connectors: 2 x Aura RGB Strip
    2 x Addressable Gen 2
    2 x USB 2.0
    2 x M.2
    1 x TPM
    8 x SATA 6Gb/s
    1 x CPU Fan
    1 x CPU OPT Fan
    3 x Chassis Fan
    1 x AIO_PUMP
    1 x H_AMP fan
    1 x W_PUMP+
  • .: 1 x 4-pin EATX 12V
    1 x 24-pin EATX
    1 x 8-pin EATX 12V
    1 x Front audio
    1 x Slow Mode switch
    1 x Reset button
    1 x Node
    1 x LN2 Mode jumper
    1 x Safe Boot button
    1 x ReTry button
  • .: 1 x System panel
    1 x T_Sensor
    1 x W_IN
    1 x W_OUT
    1 x W_FLOW
    1 x Start button
    1 x Speaker
    1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
    1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
  • Accessories: Users manual
    4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
    1 x M.2 Screw Package
    1 x Supporting DVD
    1 x ROG big sticker
    1 x Q-Connector
    1 x Wi-Fi Antenna
    1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips (80 cm)
    1 x Extension cable for Addressable LED
    1 x ROG coaster
    1 x ROG Thank you card
  • Additional Features: See Overview
  • Package Type: Retail
  • Package Weight: 2.7000 kg
  • Warranty: 3 Years
  • M.2 Slot(s): Yes (M.2)
  • RGB Lighting: Yes (RGB)
  • No. LAN Ports: 2 x LAN
  • Max LAN Speed: 2.5GB LAN
  • Wi-Fi: Yes (Wi-Fi)
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Form Factor
ATX
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