ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero - Premium AM5 Gaming Motherboard

The ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero delivers uncompromising performance for AMD Ryzen 9000 Series processors with its robust 18+2+2 power stage design and advanced thermal management. Built on the AMD X870E chipset, this ATX motherboard combines cutting-edge connectivity with AI-powered features for enthusiast PC builders.

Advanced Power Delivery and Overclocking

The 18+2+2 power stages provide stable, efficient power delivery for demanding workloads and overclocking. Dynamic OC Switcher automatically adjusts between manual overclocking for multithreaded tasks and Precision Boost Overdrive for single-threaded performance. Core Flex technology offers granular control over clock speeds, power limits, and thermals, while the integrated asynchronous clock generator isolates CPU base clock from memory and PCIe for maximum frequency flexibility.

DDR5 Memory Performance

Four DDR5 DIMM slots support speeds exceeding 8200 MT/s with Ryzen 9000 Series CPUs, utilizing NitroPath DRAM Technology for improved signal routing and 57% enhanced slot retention. ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) optimizes PMIC-restricted memory modules, while AMD EXPO support ensures compatibility with high-performance kits up to 256GB total capacity.

Next-Generation Storage and Expansion

Five onboard M.2 slots include three PCIe 5.0 interfaces delivering 16 GB/s speeds, plus two PCIe 4.0 slots at 8 GB/s. Both PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots support next-generation graphics cards with 64 GB/s bandwidth and feature Q-Release Slim for tool-free removal. The SlimSAS connector adds PCIe 4.0 x4 expandability, while four SATA III ports accommodate legacy storage.

Connectivity and Networking

WiFi 7 (802.11be) with ASUS Q-Antenna delivers up to 6.5 Gbps wireless speeds across 2.4/5/6 GHz bands with 320 MHz channel bandwidth and Multi-Link Operation for lower latency. Dual Ethernet ports include Intel 2.5Gb and Realtek 5Gb controllers for wired connections. The rear I/O features two USB4 (40Gbps) Type-C ports with DisplayPort output, eight USB 10Gbps ports, and HDMI for integrated graphics support.

AI-Enhanced Features

AI Overclocking automatically tunes system performance, while AI Cooling II balances thermals and acoustics with a single click. AI Networking II optimizes network performance and ensures stable WiFi 7 connectivity. Six total fan headers with PWM/DC auto-detection and three configurable thermal sensors enable precise cooling control through Fan Xpert 4.

Premium Audio and Aesthetics

ROG SupremeFX audio delivers 110 dB SNR with ALC4082 codec and integrated ESS ES9219 Quad DAC supporting 32-bit/384 kHz playback. Polymo Lighting II provides dynamic RGB illumination through the I/O shroud, synchronized via Aura Sync with compatible components. Dark metallic finishes with nickel-plated surfaces and stereoscopic heatsink design complete the premium aesthetic.

Easy Installation and Configuration

Q-Design features simplify building: M.2 Q-Release switches eliminate screws, M.2 Q-Latch and Q-Slide enable tool-free SSD installation, PCIe Q-Release Slim removes graphics cards with one motion, and Q-Antenna snaps into place instantly. Q-LED diagnostic lights, Clear CMOS button, and BIOS FlashBack ensure troubleshooting and updates are straightforward.