ROG CROSSHAIR X870E DARK HERO
Clad in a sleek, understated black design, the ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero delivers refined performance for high-end builds, featuring a robust 20+2+2 power stage design, support for high-speed DDR5 memory, and the latest PCIe® 5.0 connectivity. It offers five onboard M.2 SSD slots with heatsinks, including a 3D VC M.2 heatsink for advanced thermal performance, along with Realtek 10G Ethernet and USB4® ports for next-generation connectivity. ASUS-exclusive AI technologies and Polymo Lighting II complete the platform, balancing intelligent tuning with a clean, premium aesthetic.
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Teamed Power Solution -
AI Cache Boost -
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OverclockingEffortless performance boost
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AI Cooling IIOne-click fan tuning
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DDR5Max. 256 GB, Server-Grade DRAM Enhancement, NitroPath DRAM Technology, AEMP
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Extensive Gen 5x2 onboard M.2 slots, and x2 PCIe 5.0 x16 slots
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WIFI 7 -
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Polymo Lighting II -
USB4®
Extreme Power & Performance
- DUAL PROCOOL II POWER CONNECTORS
- 20(110A) + 2(110A) + 2(80A) POWER STAGES
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EXPANSION SLOTS
・ 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slots
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AMD AM5 SOCKET
For AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors
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DDR5, 4 X DIMM
・ Max. 256GB
・ Dual Channel
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5 x M.2 SLOTS
・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)
・1 x M.2 2230 (PCIe 4.0 x2)
Comprehensive Cooling
- INTEGRATED I/O COVER & VRM HEATSINKS
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HEATSINKS FOR FIVE M.2 SLOTS
Five M.2 Slots with backplates and thermal pads
- MULTIPLE 4-PIN PWM FAN HEADERS
Total Gaming Immersion
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I/O ZONE POLYMO LIGHTING II
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SUPREMEFX 7.1 ALC4082 AUDIO CODEC
・ ESS® ES9219 QUAD DAC
・ 120 dB SNR stereo playback output
・ 110 dB SNR recording input
・ Gold-plated audio jacks
Dolby Atmos - 3 X 3-PIN ADDRESSABLE GEN2 RGB HEADERS
Full Connectivity
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9 x USB 10Gbps PORTS
(6 x Type-A + 3 x USB Type-C®)
- BIOS FLASHBACK™ BUTTON
- CLEAR CMOS BUTTON
- 1 X HDMI™ PORT
- 2 x USB4® (40Gps) PORTS
- REALTEK 5G ETHERNET PORT
- REALTEK 10G ETHERNET PORT
- WI-FI 7
- OPTICAL S/PDIF OUT
- 2 X GOLD-PLATED AUDIO JACKS
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1 X USB 20Gbps
USB Type-C® front panel connector supports QC4+
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1 X USB 20Gbps
USB Type-C® front panel connector
- 4 X SATA 6Gb/s
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2 x USB 5Gbps HEADERS
support 4 additional USB 5Gbps ports
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FAQ
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A motherboard is the central circuit board on a computer, serving as the backbone that connects and enables communication between all internal components, including the CPU, RAM, graphics card, SSDs and more.
ASUS offers a wide range of motherboards to suit different needs, including the ROG series for pinnacle performance and overclocking, ROG Strix for high-performance gaming and stylish design, ProArt for professional content creators, TUF Gaming for mainstream gaming, and Prime for versatile everyday use. -
PC hardware from the Republic of Gamers (ROG) combines potent PC performance with exceptional build quality and showcase design. With a lineup that includes motherboards, graphics cards, displays, peripherals, networking hardware, and more, ROG sets the standard for high-end PC gaming.
The original ROG Crosshair motherboard made advanced overclocking accessible to a wide range of gamers. ROG motherboards carry that legacy forward today through one-click optimization tools, robust power solutions, unwavering cooling performance, cutting-edge connectivity, and undeniable style. -
A motherboard plays the most critical role in determining what a new PC can ultimately achieve. To find the best motherboard for your PC, you’ll set goals based on your primary use cases, budget, and preferred aesthetics, along with ensured compatibility with the hardware that you intend to connect to your new motherboard. Many users find that the ASUS AM5 motherboard family gives them the options that they need thanks to their full support for today’s high-performance consumer CPUs and GPUs, versatile connectivity, ample high-speed M.2 slots, and advanced networking options. ASUS AM5 motherboards make it easy to build a system that's fully next-gen from the ground up.
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New ASUS AMD 800 Series motherboards are engineered for the AM5 socket, delivering robust support for AMD Ryzen™ 9000, 8000, 7000 series desktop processors.
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ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero motherboard features up to 5 M.2 slots. This can include up to two onboard PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots and three onboard PCIe 4.0 M.2 slot. M.2 slots may also be equipped with substantial cooling solutions to ensure stable, high-performance operation.
ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero motherboard also features two PCIe® 5.0 x16 SafeSlots for next-generation graphics support. -
ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero supports speeds up to 9600 MT/s and up to 256GB of DDR5 modules. It also features NitroPath DRAM Technology, AEMP, and DIMM Fit to enhance memory performance, stability, and compatibility.
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ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero motherboard offers up to two USB4® Type-C® ports, two USB 20Gbps Type-C front-panel connectors—providing one port supporting Quick Charge 4+ (up to 60 watts with USB Wattage Watcher)—nine USB 10Gbps ports, and three internal USB 2.0 headers.
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ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero motherboard supports WiFi7, which delivers up to 4.8X faster performance than WiFi6 with advanced technologies such as 320 MHz channels on the 6 GHz band and 4K QAM. WiFi7 also supports Multi-Link Operation (MLO) for connection stability, low latency, and smooth experiences with gaming, streaming, and high-performance wireless workloads
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Users can update the BIOS using the BIOS Flashback™ feature or through the UEFI BIOS interface. If your motherboard supports BIOS Flashback, you can update the BIOS without a CPU or memory installed.
The new ASUS AMD 800 Series motherboards feature an upgraded 64MB ROM BIOS for a smoother interface and expanded compatibility with current and future AM5 processors.
For detailed instructions, please refer to:
[Motherboard] How to update BIOS of the motherboard ?(Include different generation CPU) | Official Support | ASUS Global -
ASUS provides two methods for users to update motherboard drivers and utilities. ASUS DriverHub automatically detects, installs, and updates ASUS motherboard drivers through a simple one-click interface, keeping systems up to date and performing at their best. Users can also visit the support page for their motherboard to download drivers separately.
For detailed instructions, please refer to: https://driverhub.asus.com/
BUILD FOR THE MOST ADVANCED PC FOR GAMING AND CREATING
When only the fastest will do, ROG X870E/X870 motherboards deliver. With USB 4.0 onboard along with robust overclocking¹ capabilities, featuring faster dual-channel DDR5 memory support, AMD EXPO™ technology and PCIe® 5.0 support for both graphics and NVMe, you can play the most demanding games and deliver your biggest projects with the revolutionary performance of an ROG X870E/X870 motherboard and AMD Ryzen™ 9000, 8000, and 7000 Series processors.
- 1. Overclocking and/or undervolting AMD processors and memory, including without limitation, altering clock frequencies / multipliers or memory timing / voltage, to operate outside of AMD's published specifications will void any applicable AMD product warranty, even when enabled via AMD hardware and/or software. This may also void warranties offered by the system manufacturer or retailer. Users assume all risks and liabilities that may arise out of overclocking and/or undervolting AMD processors, including, without limitation, failure of or damage to hardware, reduced system performance and/or data loss, corruption or vulnerability. GD-106.
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