ASUS unveiled the new ASUS X870E / X870 lineup, including the ROG, ROG Strix, TUF Gaming, Prime, and ProArt families, all supporting AMD Zen 5-based Ryzen 9000 Series processors during Gamescom 2024.
The motherboards feature AI optimization, Dynamic OC Switcher, Core Flex, NitroPath DRAM Technology, AEMP, PCIe 5.0, WiFi 7, and EZ PC DIY solutions for performance tuning, cooling, connectivity, and installation.
ASUS X870E / X870 Lineup
Primed to perform with AMD Ryzen 9000 Series processors
The AMD Ryzen 9000 Series desktop processors are crucial for AI PCs, offering a 16% improvement in instructions-per-cycle (IPC) compared to previous models. These powerful processors excel in various workloads, including video exporting, online esports game competition, and complex animation rendering, ensuring users remain nimble and efficient in their work and play.
Socket AM5 takes a second lap around the track
AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPUs can be upgraded with a BIOS update using an X670E motherboard. However, for new systems, the X870E or X870 motherboards are ideal due to their feature-rich options, including DDR5 support, PCIe 5.0 connectivity, two USB4 ports, and support for the latest CPU and memory overclocking refinements.
Take the lead with smart controls
ASUS-powered AI PCs optimize system performance with AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPU, fan noise reduction, cooling, seamless connections, and network settings through ASUS X870E and X870 motherboards.
• AI Overclocking: ASUS offers AI Overclocking, a tool that optimizes CPU clocks with just one click, based on extensive research and characterization of thousands of CPUs. It also monitors CPU cooler efficiency and system environment changes.
• Dynamic OC Switcher: ASUS’ Dynamic OC Switcher allows users to switch between built-in AMD Precision Boost Overdrive and manual all-core overclock for optimal performance.
• Core Flex: Core Flex enables users to optimize CPU performance by adjusting the clock, power, and thermals, maximizing the base clock during lighter loads, and setting breakpoints to reduce CPU frequency.
• AI Cooling II: ASUS’ AI Cooling II optimizes cooling by calculating the lowest fan speed, reducing fan noise by up to 5.7 dB under sustained loads, using CPU monitoring and stress test data.
• AI Networking II: AI Networking II optimizes network settings for smooth online gameplay, creativity, and sharing, using AI-enhanced identification and boost technology in the Armoury Crate app, with a Traffic Monitor feature.
Users can access features on ROG, TUF Gaming, ProArt X870E, X870 motherboards, and Prime X870-P WiFi, including AI Cooling II, AI Networking II, and AI Cooling II.
Taking DDR5 to the next level
ASUS introduces NitroPath DRAM Technology in two X870E motherboards for AI PC enthusiasts. This innovative design offers enhanced durability, noise reduction, and faster data transfers between DRAM and CPU. Available with the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero and ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi, it caters to high memory overclocks.
ASUS X870E and X870 motherboards offer AEMP profiles for optimizing memory settings, allowing users to tune memory above baseline settings while maintaining stable system operation. AMD’s X870E and X870 motherboards also offer official JEDEC support for DDR5-5600, real-time memory overclocking, and the ability to automatically switch between JEDEC and EXPO memory profiles based on the application running.
A full lineup of WiFi 7-ready options
WiFi 7 is a generational advancement, up to 4.8 times faster than WiFi 6, featuring 320 MHz channels on the 6 GHz band and 4K QAM. It allows devices to connect simultaneously on multiple bands for faster speeds and increased reliability. To set up a desktop PC for WiFi 7, a WiFi 7 router and motherboard are required, with the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero offering the best wireless performance.
The ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WiFi, TUF Gaming X870-Plus WiFi, and ASUS Prime X870-P WiFi are motherboards with WiFi 7 support, offering modest wireless networking options for AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPUs. These motherboards also include the ASUS-exclusive WiFi Q-Antenna software, which delivers exceptional signal throughput for 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands. The Armoury Crate features Direction Finder, Fast Check, and Traffic Monitor, allowing users to track WiFi channel utilization and switch channels for improved network performance.
Next-gen connectivity with USB4
The X870 / X870E motherboard comes with onboard USB4 ports, providing up to 40 Gbps of bi-directional bandwidth for fast connections to external storage drives. These ports can connect displays with a resolution of 8K @ 30 Hz or multiple devices via daisy-chaining.
Easy PC DIY made easier
ASUS has updated its X870E and X870 motherboards, enhancing PC building with a 1920 x 1080 BIOS interface, Q-Dashboard interface, PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim mechanism, M.2 Q-Slide, and tool-free M.2 Q-Latch system. These features help users easily view settings, label components, and become familiar with hardware.
ASUS is simplifying the installation process of M.2 heatsinks on ROG Crosshair, ROG Strix, and ProArt X870E motherboards. The M.2 Q-Release heatsink allows for easy removal and reinstallation. ASUS is also introducing ASUS DriverHub, a one-stop solution for managing ASUS drivers and utilities, ensuring system optimization and up-to-dateness.
New AIO CPU cooler options for X870E builds
ASUS is introducing the ROG Ryujin III 360 ARGB Extreme, an aesthetic cooling solution for the new X870E and X870 motherboards. The cooler features an Asetek Emma Gen8 V2 pump and an embedded pump fan and features Daisy-chainable ROG ARGB fans for easy installation and cable management. The Extreme also features a 3.5-inch display with 640×480 60 Hz resolution, customizable through Armoury Crate.
ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) motherboards, designed since 2006, offer enthusiast-grade products with top-notch components and performance capabilities. The ROG Crosshair X870E Hero, the pinnacle of the X870E/X870 lineup, features dark hues, metallic textures, nickel-plated surfaces, and a stereoscopic visual effect.
The ROG Crosshair X870E Hero is a high-end motherboard designed for AI applications, featuring 18+2+2 power stages, ProCool II connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes, and premium metallic capacitors. It offers WiFi 7 support, dual Ethernet ports, and onboard USB4 ports for connectivity. It also comes with a premium software bundle.
| Size | ATX |
| Memory | 4 x DIMM, Max. 192 GB DDR5 |
| PCIe | 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16 or @x8/x8 or x8/x4/x4) |
| Storage | 3 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) SlimSAS connector (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| Networking | Wi-Fi 7 1 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet 1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet |
| Audio | ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4082 ESS ES9219 Quad DAC |
| Rear I/O | 2 x USB440Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C)8 x USB 10Gbps ports (6 x Type-A + 2 x USB Type-C) |
| Front I/O | 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C) with QC 4+ up to 60W1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C)2 x USB 5Gbps headers (support 4 USB 5 Gbps ports) 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) |
| Aura | 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers |
| Cooling | 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header 4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers 1 x W_PUMP+ header |
ROG Strix rallies gamers everywhere
ASUS offers four ROG Strix X870E/X870 motherboards, including high-performance ATX motherboards and the compact ROG Strix X870-I Gaming WiFi, catering to gaming PC builders who may prefer a more affordable alternative to the Crosshair series.
ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi
The ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi is the highest-performance board in the Strix family, featuring angular accents, distinctive ROG iconography, and a curved I/O shroud. It offers comprehensive power and thermal solutions, including 18+2+2 power stages, massive heatsinks, and ROG overclocking technologies. The board also features NitroPath DRAM technology and a 60 mm fan mounting location for extra cooling across memory modules.
The ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi PC features a PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim mechanism for easy graphics card removal, five M.2 slots, three for top-end SSDs, and a thick M.2 Combo-sink for cooling. It also offers WiFi 7 support, a 5 Gb Ethernet port, a USB 20Gbps front-panel port, and USB4 ports for versatile setup connections.
| Size | ATX |
| Memory | 4 x DIMM, Max. 192 GB DDR5 |
| PCIe | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16)1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 (@x4) |
| Storage | 1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| Networking | Wi-Fi 7 1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet |
| Audio | ROG SupremeFX ALC4080 codec with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier |
| Rear I/O | 2 x USB4 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C)1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C® with up to 30W PD Fast-charge) 10 x USB 10Gbps ports (9 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C) |
| Front I/O | 1 x USB 20 Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C) 2 x USB 5 Gbps headers (support 4 USB 5 Gbps ports) 3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports) |
| Aura | 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers |
| Cooling | 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header 5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers |
ROG Strix X870-F Gaming WiFi and ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WiFi
The ROG Strix X870-F Gaming WiFi and ROG Strix X870-A Gaming are high-end gaming devices with a more mainstream feature set. They are suitable for CPUs like AMD Ryzen 7 9700X, fast DDR5 memory kits, PCIe 5.0 graphics cards, and M.2 drives. They offer USB ports, WiFi 7 support, and a 2.5 GB Ethernet port.
| Size | ATX |
| Memory | 4 x DIMM, Max. 192 GB, DDR5 |
| PCIe | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16)1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 (@x4) |
| Storage | 1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| Networking | Wi-Fi 71 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet |
| Audio | ROG SupremeFX ALC4080 codec with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier |
| Rear I/O | 2 x USB4 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C)6 x USB 10Gbps ports (5 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C with up to 30W PD Fast-charge) 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A) |
| Front I/O | 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C)2 x USB 5Gbps headers (support 4 USB 5Gbps ports) 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) |
| Aura | 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers |
| Cooling | 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers |
The ROG Strix X870-F Gaming WiFi is a classic black device, while the X870-A is a white and silver device, contrasting their style.
| Size | ATX |
| Memory | 4 x DIMM, Max. 192 GB, DDR5 |
| PCIe | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16)1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 (@x4) |
| Storage | 1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| Networking | WiFi 71 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet |
| Audio | ROG SupremeFX ALC4080 codec with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier |
| Rear I/O | 2 x USB4 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C)6 x USB 10Gbps ports (5 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C with up to 30W PD Fast-charge) 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A) |
| Front I/O | 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C)2 x USB 5Gbps headers (support 4 USB 5Gbps ports) 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) |
| Aura | 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers |
| Cooling | 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers |
ROG Strix X870-I Gaming WiFi
The NVIDIA SFF-Ready guidelines make it easier to build small-form-factor PCs. ASUS offers the ROG Strix X870-I Gaming WiFi, a compact yet feature-rich motherboard option for SFF builds. The motherboard features an innovative thermal design, robust VRM heatsinks, and a dedicated fan for the M.2 and chipset heatsink. It can accommodate DDR5 memory sticks, powerful GPUs, and fast networking with WiFi 7 support and a 2.5 Gb Ethernet port.
The compact motherboard also includes a ROG FPS card for easy access to front-panel headers, SATA ports, CPU overvoltage headers, and PCIe mode switch for legacy expansion cards. The ROG Strix Hive II is an external control interface that addresses common challenges in building a compact Mini-ITX machine. It houses top-shelf audio hardware, USB 10 Gbps ports, and an intuitive Q-LED array for quick diagnostics.
| Size | Mini-ITX |
| Memory | 2 x DIMM, Max. 96 GB, DDR5 |
| PCIe | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| Storage | 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| Networking | Wi-Fi 71 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet |
| Audio | ROG Strix Hive II ESS Sabre 9260Q DAC |
| Rear I/O | 2 x USB4 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C) 5 x USB 10Gbps ports (4 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C) 3 x USB 2.0 ports (3 x Type-A) |
| Front I/O | 1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C)1 x USB 5Gbps header (supports 2 USB 5Gbps ports) |
| ROG STRIX HIVE II (Total 2 ports) | 2 x USB 10Gbps port (1 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C) |
| ROG FPS Card (Total 3 ports) | 2 x USB 2.0 header(s) additional 3 USB 2.0 ports |
| Aura | 2 x Addressable Gen 2 headers |
| Cooling | 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header(s)1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header(s)1 x 4-pin Chassis Fan header(s) |
TUF Gaming X870-Plus WiFi
The TUF Gaming X870-Plus WiFi is a motherboard designed for gamers seeking essential performance, unobtrusive style, and reliable operation. It features a PCIe Gen 5.0 x16 slot for high-end graphics cards, four M.2 slots for storage, Q-Design features, high-performance wireless networking, and a Realtek 2.5 G Ethernet port.
The motherboard also includes the ROG Strix Hive II, an external control interface for Mini-ITX machines, and top-shelf audio hardware with the ESS Sabre 9260Q DAC. It also offers two USB 10 Gbps ports, an intuitive ASUS Q-LED array, and a physical power button for easy PC building, updating, and troubleshooting.
| Size | ATX |
| Memory | 4 x DIMM, Max. 192 GB, DDR5 |
| PCIe | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16)1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (@x4) |
| Storage | 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)1 x M.2 2242/2260/2280/22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| Networking | Wi-Fi 71 x Realtek 2.5 Gb Ethernet |
| Audio | Realtek ALC1220P 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC |
| Rear I/O | 2 x USB4 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C®)3 x USB 10Gbps port (3 x Type-A)4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A)1 x USB 2.0 port (1 x Type-A) |
| Front I/O | 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C with up to 30W PD Fast-charge)1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports |
| Aura | 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers |
| Cooling | 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers1 x W_PUMP+ header |
ProArt X870E-Creator WiFi
ASUS has introduced the ProArt X870E-Creator WiFi motherboard, designed for creative professionals like engineers, designers, and game developers. This powerful motherboard offers massive bandwidth, lightning-quick speeds, and exceptional power efficiency with next-generation DDR5 RAM. It supports PCIe 5.0 connectivity, allowing access to the fastest SSDs and GPUs.
The board also features four onboard M.2 slots, two of which are wired for PCIe 5.0. It also provides rich networking options with a Marvell AQtion 10 G Ethernet port, WiFi 7 support, and an Intel 2.5 G Ethernet port. The ProArt X870E-Creator WiFi offers a sophisticated, elegant design and is a perfect fit with the full ProArt ecosystem of PC cases, AIO liquid coolers, and graphics cards.
| Size | ATX |
| Memory | 4 x DIMM, Max. 192 GB DDR5 |
| PCIe | 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16 or x8/x8)1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (@x4) |
| Storage | 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| Networking | Wi-Fi 71 x Marvell AQtion 10 Gb Ethernet1 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet |
| Audio | Realtek S1220A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC |
| Graphics I/O | 1 x HDMI port2 x USB4 (40Gbps) ports support USB Type-C display outputs |
| Rear I/O | 2 x USB4 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C)1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C)7 x USB 10Gbps ports (7 x Type-A)1 x USB 2.0 port (1 x Type-A) |
| Front I/O | 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C with up to 30W PD/QC4+)1 x USB 5Gbps header (supports 2 USB 5Gbps ports) 3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports) |
| Aura | 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers |
| Cooling | 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers |
Prime X870-P WiFi and Prime X870-P
ASUS Prime motherboards, known for their reliable performance and unobtrusive design, now offer the Prime X870-P WiFi and Prime X870-P motherboards.
These motherboards are designed for AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPUs, offering DDR5 memory kits, PCIe 5.0 x16 slots, two USB4 ports, four M.2 slots, WiFi 7-equipped, and a 2.5 G Ethernet port. They complement the Prime LC 360 ARGB AIO liquid cooler and offer a comfortable fit in various builds.
| PRIME X870-P WIFI | PRIME X870-P | |
| Size | ATX | |
| Memory | 4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5 | |
| PCIe | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16)3 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (@x1) | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16)2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (@x1) |
| Storage | 1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)1 x M.2 2242/2260/2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 3.0 x2) | |
| Networking | WiFi 71 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet | 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet |
| Audio | Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC | |
| Rear I/O | 2 x USB440Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C)1 x USB 10Gbps port (1 x Type-A)3 x USB 5Gbps ports (3 x Type-A) 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A) | |
| Front I/O | 1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C)1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports | |
| Aura | 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers | |
| Cooling | 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers | |
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