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GameFirst VI analyzes your usage patterns and the digital signatures of your applications and compares them to a database of over 200,000 apps. The database is regularly updated to ensure that apps are recognized.
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ROG Strix H470-I Gaming motherboard features solid power delivery and effective cooling designed to handle the latest 10th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. With its arresting futuristic aesthetic and intuitive ROG software, ROG Strix H470-I Gaming gives you a head start on your dream gaming build.
ROG Patented Pre-mounted I/O Shield
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
Intel® I219-V 1Gb Ethernet
Realtek® RTL8111H 1Gb Ethernet
2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 ports
Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX201
1 x USB 2.0 port (audio USB Type-C®)
5 x Audio Jacks
SupremeFX S1220A CODEC
Sonic Studio III
Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer
Sonic Radar III
DTS® Sound Unbound
1 x 4-pin Aura RGB header
2 x 3-pin Addressable Gen 2 RGB header
DDR4 2933/2800/2666/2400/2133
Intel® LGA 1200 Socket for 10th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors
4 x SATA 6Gb/s
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
2 x M.2 Socket 3
2 x USB 2.0 ports
The robust power design and comprehensive cooling features of Strix H470-I Gaming ensure great all-round performance, and an intuitive dashboard gives you full networking control so you can harness the full potential of your build.
6+2 power stages combine high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into a single package, delivering the power and efficiency that the latest Intel processors demand.
The ProCool socket is built to exacting specifications to ensure flush contact with the PSU power lines, enabling lower impedance and better heat dissipation.
Superior chokes and durable capacitors are engineered to resist extreme temperatures and provide up to 110% better performance than the industry standard.
ROG Strix H470 series features the most comprehensive cooling options ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS.
A dedicated pair of PWM/DC fan headers for CPU coolers.
A dedicated PWM/DC header for self-contained water-cooling setups.
The M.2 heatsink keeps the M.2 SSD at the optimum operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability.
All onboard headers support auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.
The proprietary ROG GameFirst VI utility is designed to help all users — beginners, experts, and everyone in between — optimize network settings to ensure smooth online gameplay. New to this generation, GameFirst VI features AI-enhanced identification and boost technology to ensure faster and smarter network optimization.
GameFirst VI analyzes your usage patterns and the digital signatures of your applications and compares them to a database of over 200,000 apps. The database is regularly updated to ensure that apps are recognized.
GameFirst VI intelligently switches application priority and adjusts bandwidth accordingly, depending on the situation. When gaming, it accelerates and prioritizes game packets to give you supersmooth online gameplay — even when you're streaming high-quality video to your audience or transferring large files.
An intuitive graph gives you an overview of the network in real-time. Simply click on the tab to view current bandwidth usage of each application, geolocation status of each network connection, and an analysis of each WiFi channel.
GameFirst VI analyzes current app usage and adjusts bandwidth accordingly to ensure smoother online experiences, even when multitasking.
Gaming First mode leverages a massive application database and an analysis of your frequently used apps to prioritize gaming network traffic. This reduces jitter and decreases ping to give you lag-free online gaming.
WiFi Quick Assist analyzes network information — including real-time bandwidth use — to generate a graph that provides a clear overview of current network status. When paired with a ROG router, WiFi Quick Assist lets you quickly scan your WiFi network to find the best channel; then, you can use Game Boost to prioritize gaming devices and packets.
ROG Strix H470-I Gaming provides you with the latest connectivity for supersmooth online experiences and blisteringly fast file transfers. Superior audio performance gives you a massive advantage, allowing you to pick up on the smallest audio cues for a completely immersive gaming experience.
Reversible USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® ports provide ultrafast data transfers at speeds of up to 10 Gbps.
ROG Strix H470-I Gaming has a unique memory-trace design that supports up to 32 GB per DIMM slot to give you a total memory capacity of 64 GB. With double‑capacity DDR4 DIMM modules, the compact ROG Strix H470-I matches the memory capacity of four-DIMM motherboard designs.
Two M.2 slots are available, with one supporting both SATA and PCI Express® 3.0 x4 modes, and the other supporting PCIe 3.0 x4 for NVMe. Together, they provide the fastest and most-flexible M.2 interface available.
Onboard WiFi 6 (802.11ax) supports ultrafast wireless-networking speeds, improved capacity and better performance in dense wireless environments, providing exceptional online gaming experiences. Pair your motherboard with ASUS WiFi 6 routers to fully experience the networking potential of WiFi 6.
Find out more about ASUS WiFi 6 solutions.
ROG Strix H470-I Gaming features Dual Gigabit Ethernet for faster, smoother gaming. With a single Intel® Ethernet controllers that have a natural synergy with Intel processors and chipsets, reducing CPU overhead and offering exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput, so there's more power for games and other tasks.
A dedicated Audio USB Type-C® port on ROG Strix H470-I Gaming has an ALC S210 integrated chip that automatically determines audio signal types, while a bundled USB Type-C®-to-3.5 mm adapter ensures compatibility with various headsets and headphones.
The S210 integrated chip features a headphone amplifier, analog switches for the microphone/ground, and a USB 2.0 switch.
A dedicated power noise-filter circuit helps reduce power-input noise, ensuring consistently quiet performance from any audio source.
The bundled USB Type-C®-to-3.5 mm jack adapter makes it easy to connect audio devices with a 4-position microphone/audio jack.
Built-in ROG SupremeFX audio technology ensures pristine audio for ROG Strix H470 series. Along with ensuring a flat frequency response for a neutral, detailed sound signature, it offers two front-panel outputs driven by op amps that deliver high-quality audio to gaming headsets.
Exceptional RMAA Performance
ASUS exclusive S1220A
Standard ALC1220
The cyberpunk-inspired aesthetics of ROG Strix H470-I Gaming are accentuated with bold slashes and cybertext. By pairing your rig with other products from the diverse ROG ecosystem, you can create a fully customized gaming setup that reflects your personal style.
ROG Strix H470-I Gaming embodies the Strix spirit, with eye-catching aesthetics that clearly reflect its gaming roots.
ROG Strix motherboards deliver sterling performance and superior aesthetics to outshine the competition. They also feature built-in ASUS Aura technology that enables full RGB lighting control and a variety of presets for embedded RGB LEDs as well as lighting strips connected to onboard RGB headers. In addition, all lighting can be easily synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable ASUS hardware.
ROG Strix H470-I Gaming's Addressable Gen 2 RGB headers are now capable of detecting the number of LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new headers also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.
Patented I/O shield is finished in sleek matte black and comes pre-mounted to make it easy to install on the motherboard.
ROG Strix H470-I Gaming's Addressable Gen 2 RGB headers are now capable of detecting the number of LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new headers also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.
ROG Strix motherboards undergo an extensive certification program to ensure the very best compatibility with the widest range of components and devices. For a smooth build process, refer to our list of guaranteed-compatible components. To help with memory upgrades, the list also includes a dedicated Qualified Vendor List (QVL).
Up your game with ROG Strix. Enjoy complementary aesthetics, control and compatibility across AIO coolers, cases, peripherals, and much more! ROG offers more choices than any other brand.
ROG exclusive software utilities deliver intuitive audio tuning and gaming enhancements so you can configure your gaming build the way you want.
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 comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
When you're ready for a deeper dive into the configuration of your system, delve into the UEFI's Advanced mode and take complete control. Each section is intuitively organized, and a built-in search feature makes it easy to find the options you need. Advanced functions are coded with the intelligence to adapt to your settings, and when you're ready to take charge, parameters have the granularity to dial in performance just the way you want.
Learn moreQuickly find tuning options and add preferred tools to the list.
Flash the latest BIOS via the internet from within the BIOS.
Check the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology logs of your storage devices to gauge reliability and to identify potential issues.
Automatically detect selected ASUS graphics cards to view detailed information.
Restore your SSDs to factory-fresh condition.
Track the latest changes and save preferred profiles onto a USB drive.
Rename SATA ports for easy identification.
Quickly and easily find the option or setting you're looking for.
Port configuration settings between different BIOS versions or share them with friends.
Designed to simplify setup, EZ mode presents vital settings and stats on a single page. With guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and one-click application of important settings, your rig will be up and running in no time.
Learn moreStreamline your RAID configuration for faster data retrieval and backups.
Fine-tune individual fans simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.
View SATA port details for easy device recognition.
Use mouse controls to change the time and date.
Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LED, for a more subdued aesthetic.
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.
The new Sonic Studio Link allows you to apply Sonic Studio effects on all playback devices. Simply press the Sonic Studio Link button to enjoy the effect on any connected device.
Mix your voice and video game audio together using this software specifically designed for streaming applications. A variety of settings and monitoring tools give you full control over your audio mix.
Apply customized audio settings to various applications, so that each is perfectly tuned to the way you want to listen.
*A head-related transfer function is an audio algorithm derived from sound data recorded through a dummy head. Test tones are played from a spherical grid around the dummy head to obtain subtle changes in sounds that come from different directions. The results are combined into an algorithm that allows Sonic Studio's virtual surround to process audio that's true to life.
ROG Strix H470 series are pre-loaded with the DTS® Sound Unbound™ app that envelops you in audio as never before, conjuring whole new levels of immersion for extraordinary gaming and entertainment experiences. By leveraging Windows Sonic spatial technology, DTS Sound Unbound delivers audio in a virtual 3D space — putting you right in the middle of the soundscape, where you can sense the location and direction of every gunshot, footstep or other sound in your virtual environment.
* DTS Sound Unbound requires in-game support. Check with developers for supported titles.
Discrete left and right audio channels enable headphone or two-speaker setup.
Audio is split and served over multiple speaker channels – e.g., 5.1 or 7.1 – to create an enveloping experience on a single, logical plane.
A virtual audio ‘sphere' effect creates astonishing 360° immersion — with you at the center, where sounds seem to travel in all directions.
Armoury Crate is a new 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 lets you easily customize RGB lighting and effects for compatible devices and synchronize them with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme across your system. You can also use Armoury Crate to download the user manual, drivers and software. In addition, Armoury Crate features a dedicated product registration page as well as a news feed to help you stay in touch with the gaming community.
*Windows 10 required for full Aura Sync functionality within Armoury Crate. For Windows 8 and earlier versions, standalone Aura Sync software is available for free download from the product support site.
RAMCache lll software 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 intuitive interface displays real-time drive information, such as current read/write speeds and health status, and a Smart mode automatically caches all storage devices to maximize system resources.
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