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ROG Crosshair X870E HERO

The AI PC-ready ROG Crosshair X870E Hero offers unyielding power delivery, robust thermal management, hyperspeed connectivity, comprehensive PCIE 5.0 and DDR5 support to unleash the performance of AMD Ryzen™ 9000 Series processors. Dark hues predominate across this motherboard, drawing your attention to premium metallic textures, nickel-plated surfaces, sleek contours and a stereoscopic visual effect on the large M.2 and chipset heatsink. This board also features the Polymo Lighting II effect. This upgraded lighting module built into the I/O shroud provides more dynamic RGB illumination for the signature ROG logo.

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The ROG Crosshair X870 Hero left sided angle
  • Cooling
  • Gaming Immersion
  • Connectivity

Extreme Power & Performance

Performance specs of the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero Performance specs of the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
  1. DUAL PROCOOL II POWER CONNECTORS
  2. 18+2+2 POWER STAGES
  3. EXPANSION SLOTS

    ・ 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slots

  4. AMD AM5 SOCKET

    For AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors

  5. DDR5, 4 X DIMM

    ・ Max. 192GB

    ・ Dual Channel

  6. 5 X M.2 SLOTS

    ・ 3 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)

    ・ 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)

Comprehensive Cooling

Cooling specs of the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero Cooling specs of the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
  1. INTEGRATED I/O COVER & VRM HEATSINKS
  2. HEATSINKS FOR FIVE M.2 SLOTS

    Three M.2 Slots with backplates and thermal pads

  3. MULTIPLE 4-PIN PWM FAN HEADERS

Total Gaming Immersion

Gaming immersion specs of the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero Gaming immersion specs of the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
  1. I/O ZONE POLYMO LIGHTING II

    Polymo Lighting II video

  2. 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. 3 X 3-PIN ADDRESSABLE GEN 2 RGB HEADERS

Full Connectivity

Connectivity specs of the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero Connectivity specs of the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
  1. BIOS FLASHBACK™ BUTTON
  2. CLEAR CMOS BUTTON
  3. 1 X HDMI™ PORT
  4. 2 x USB4® (40Gbps) PORTS
  5. 8 x USB 10Gbps PORTS

    (6 x Type-A + 2 x USB Type-C®)

  6. REALTEK 5Gb ETHERNET PORT
  7. INTEL® 2.5Gb ETHERNET PORT
  8. WI-FI 7
  9. OPTICAL S/PDIF OUT
  10. 2 X GOLD-PLATED AUDIO JACKS
  11. 1 X USB 20Gbps

    USB Type-C® front panel connector supports QC4+

  12. 4 X SATA 6GB/S
  13. 1 X SLIM SAS Connector

    supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode

  14. 1 X USB 20Gbps

    USB Type-C® front panel connector

ASUS AI INTELLIGENCE

  • AI NETWORKING II

    AI Networking II combines intelligent technologies to continuously optimize network performance, provide trustworthy and seamless connectivity, and unleash the full speed of WiFi 7*.

    *Features may vary by model.

    ROG Crosshair X870E Hero with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
  • ai OVERCLOCKING

    Tuning is now faster and smarter than ever before.

    ROG Crosshair X870E Hero & Ryzen 9000 series CPU
  • AI COOLING II

    Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click.

    ROG Crosshair X870E Hero features AI Cooling II

PerformanceOVERCLOCKING

  • Dynamic OC Switcher

    Dynamic OC Switcher maximizes CPU performance by letting you set current and temperature thresholds to automatically switch between a manual overlock for heavy multithreaded workloads and Precision Boost Overdrive for single-threaded tasks. The latest Overclocking Load Guard has an enhanced instantaneous current protection mechanism to prevent users from experiencing system crashes during overclocking.

    Dynamic OC Switcher diagram
  • Core Flex

    Core Flex empowers you to smash limits farther than ever before by letting you control clock, power, and thermals in creative new ways.

    Core Flex diagram
  • Asynchronous Clock

    For next-level frequency flexibility, the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero features a built-in clock generator that isolates CPU base clock from memory, PCIe, and the Infinity Fabric speed.

  • PBO ENHANCEMENT

    AMD Precision Boost Overdrive (PBO) pushes the CPU current and voltage budget to opportunistically increase performance.

PerformanceMEMORY

  • DDR5 DOMINATION

    Thanks to improved signal routing, now enthusiast-grade kits can be driven far beyond the 8 GT/s mark on the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero*.

    *Memory overclocking may vary between CPU series. Please refer to the spec table for detailed information.

    The ROG Crosshair X870 Hero lets you overclock memory up to 8600+ MT/s.
  • NitroPath DRAM Technology

    Frequency up to 400 MT/s higher

    Slot retention force enhanced by 57%

    The ROG Crosshair X870 Hero supports NitroPath DRAM Technology
  • AEMP

    ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) is an exclusive firmware feature for PMIC-restricted memory modules.

    AEMP BIOS UI picture

Power solution

ROG Ultimate Power Solution 18(110A)+2(110A)+2 Power Stages

The ROG Crosshair X870 Hero features 18+2+2 power stages
  • 8 + 8-pin ProCool II power connectors

    Dual ProCool connectors ensure a snug and reliable connection to the EPS 12V power lines.

  • 18+2+2 power stages

    The VRM features 18+2+2 power stages, each rated to handle up to 110 amps

    18 VCORE (110A)

    2 SoC (110A)

    2 MISC (90A)

  • 10K black metallic capacitors

    Input and output filtering is provided by solid-polymer capacitors rated for high operating temperatures.

  • MicroFine alloy chokes

    Each power stage is accompanied by a high-permeability alloy-core choke rated to handle 45 amps.

cooling

The explosion photo of ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
  1. VRM and aluminum I/O heatsink

    A VRM heatsink on the MOSFETs and chokes is connected to the aluminum I/O cover via an embedded heatpipe to increase mass and surface area for dissipation.

  2. M.2 heatsinks and backplates

    Large aluminum heatsinks provide extensive surface area to cool mounted M.2 drives, and each of the three onboard PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots has a dedicated backplate for additional heat dissipation.

  3. High-conductivity thermal pads

    Each thermal pad improves overall heat transfer from the system by bridging the heat generated by the power stages to the heatsink.

  4. Chipset heatsink

    A dedicated heatsink draws heat away from both chipsets to maintain optimum operating temperature.

  • Thermal Management

    • Multiple temperature sources
    • 4-pin fan headers
    • AIO pump header
    The thermal management on the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
  • Cooler Compatibility

    The ROG Crosshair X870E Hero & ROG Ryujin III 360 ARGB Extreme

PERSONALIZATION

  • pcie 5.0

    Fully embracing the new standard, the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero offers abundant Gen 5 support to give unfettered bandwidth to the fastest SSDs and graphics cards available.

    PCIe 5.0 & PCIe 4.0 slots layout on ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
  • USB Ports

    Two USB4® Type-C® Ports on ROG Crosshair X870E Hero

    Two USB4® Type-C® Ports

    Two USB 20Gbps USB Type-C® Panel Connectors on ROG Crosshair X870E Hero

    Two USB 20Gbps
    USB Type-C® Panel Connectors

  • wifi7

    • 320 MHz
    • 6GHz band
    • 4096 QAM
    • up to 2.4X ultra-fast WiFi speeds

    2.5Gb ETHERNET
    5Gb ETHERNET

    ROG Crosshair X870E Hero with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
  • Gaming Audio

    ROG Crosshair X870E Hero features Gaming Audio

    ROG SupremeFX
    Dolby Atmos

EZ PC DIY

  • M.2 Q-Release

  • M.2 Q-Slide

  • New M.2 Q-LATCH

  • PCIE® SLOT Q-RELEASE SLIM

  • Q-Antenna

  • Q-LED

  • START BUTTON

    Start button on ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
  • Q-CODE

    Q-CODE on ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
  • CLEAR CMOS& BIOS FLASHBACK™

    Clear CMOS and BIOS Flashback on ROG Crosshair X870E Hero

UEFI BIOS

The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as more comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.

  • Advanced Mode

BIOS Q-DASHBOARD

Simplify your motherboard configuration with BIOS Q-Dashboard. Its intuitive visual representation of hardware connections and corresponding BIOS settings takes the complexity out of setting up your system. Upgrade now, and discover the power of BIOS Q-Dashboard to easily and efficiently enhance your computing setup.

When you’re ready for a deeper dive, delve into the UEFI’s Advanced mode and take complete control. Advanced mode enables full control over every aspect of the motherboard, and a built-in search function helps you quickly find the setting you need.

Advanced mode

  • My Favorites

    Quickly locate tuning options and add preferred tools to your favorites list.

  • EZ Flash 3

    Flash the latest BIOS via the internet from within the BIOS.

  • S.M.A.R.T.

    Check your storage device Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) logs to gauge reliability or to identify potential failures.

  • GPU POST

    Automatically detect selected ASUS graphics cards to view detailed information.

  • Secure Erase

    Restore your SSDs and NVMe storage to factory settings.

  • Last Modified Log

    Track the last change and save preferred profiles to a USB drive.

  • SATA Port Renaming

    Rename SATA ports for easy identification.

  • ASUS User Profile

    Port configuration settings between different BIOS versions or share them with friends.

  • Q-Fan Control

    Configure the fan's operating speed manually or use pre-configured Standard, Silent, Turbo, or Full Speed modes. By default, system fans will automatically switch to full speed if the temperature reaches 75° C.

  • Aura On/Off mode (Stealth)

    Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LED, for a more subdued aesthetic.

BIOS Advanced Mode UI picture

SOFTWARE

  • Dolby ATMOS
  • ASUS GLIDEX
  • HWiNFO
  • AIDA64 EXTREME
  • Armoury Crate

ASUS DriverHub

ASUS DriverHub streamlines the installation and management of ASUS drivers and utilities to keep your hardware up-to-date and performing optimally. This standalone application automatically detects current driver versions and presents available updates in a list view. By default, it supports ASUS motherboards, and users are invited to install ASUS DriverHub after OS installation. Additionally, ASUS DriverHub offers one-click installation and update checks, making it easier for users to keep their systems running smoothly and efficiently.

Dolby Atmos

Dolby Atmos expands on traditional surround sound systems by adding height channels, allowing sounds to be interpreted as three-dimensional objects. This creates an immersive audio experience, giving the sensation of sound coming from above, below, and around the listener.

ASUS GlideX mirror method

ASUS GlidEx

ASUS GlideX is a cross-device, cross-platform screen-sharing, screen-control and operation solution for enhanced productivity across PCs, tablets, and smartphones via USB or WiFi. Features include screen mirroring, screen extension, unified control with one keyboard and mouse, easy file transfers, and using mobile cameras as PC webcams. It's compatible with Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.

  • ASUS GlideX mirror method

    Mirror

  • ASUS GlideX Extend (PC to Mobile) method

    Extend (PC to Mobile)

  • ASUS GlideX Extend (PC to PC) method

    Extend (PC to PC)

  • ASUS GlideX Unify Control method

    Unify Control

HWiNFO

HWiNFO and ROG have collaborated on this comprehensive system information and diagnostic tool that provides detailed information about hardware components and real-time monitoring of system performance in ROG style. It supports a wide range of hardware devices, and it is regularly updated to include the latest technologies.

AIDA64 Extreme

The ROG Crosshair X870E Hero includes a one-year AIDA64 Extreme subscription, a tool that provides detailed information about hardware and software, as well as benchmarks to measure the performance of the entire system or individual components. AIDA64 Extreme includes a monitoring and diagnostics feature to detect and prevent hardware issues. All vital system sensors can be tracked in real time, allowing voltage readings, fan speeds, and temperature information to be displayed on the desktop or sent to dedicated displays or to the LCD panels of ROG AIO liquid coolers*.

*Support available for ROG Ryujin III and later models.

Learn more about AIDA64

Armoury Crate

Armoury Crate is a software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products, making it easy to tune the look and feel of your system. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate helps you customize RGB lighting and effects for compatible devices and synchronize them with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme across your system. In addition, Armoury Crate’s Fan Xpert4 tool provides comprehensive control over fans, water pumps, and all-in-one (AIO) coolers.

PERSONALIZATION

Glow your gaming world with aura sync

Up your game with complementary Aura Sync enhanced aesthetics, featuring preset lighting effects that can be easily synchronized across compatible ROG graphics cards, monitors, keyboards, and mice to give your setup a unified look.


Learn more about Aura Sync
The ROG Crosshair X870E Hero features Aura Sync.
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Dare to Be Green

We at the Republic of Gamers are on a mission to create a sustainable future where all gamers can flourish on the planet we call home.

Every step counts, and as part of ROG’s commitment to creating a more sustainable future, ROG has begun to utilize post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic and paper materials certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC™) in the packaging of motherboard.

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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.
  • © 2024 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. All rights reserved. AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, Radeon, Ryzen and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Other product names used in this publication are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Awards

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ASUS X870 & X870E Motherboard Roundup & VRM Analysis!

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a premium motherboard designed for enthusiasts and gamers looking for maximum performance

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