Accessibility links

ASUS home logo

ROG Crosshair VIII Impact

  • Features
  • Tech Specs
  • Awards
  • Gallery
  • Support
Windows 11 readerAdobe 1 month free bundleNew Ryzen ready

ROG Crosshair VIII Impact

AMD AM4 X570 Mini-DTX enthusiast gaming motherboard with an SO-DIMM.2 card (dual M.2), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 ax), PCIe 4.0, SupremeFX audio, Aura Sync RGB LED lighting, SATA 6Gb/s and USB 3.2 Gen 2

  • AMD AM4 socket: Ready for AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series/ 3000 G-Series/ 2000 Series/ 2000 G-Series desktop processors; also supports up to two M.2 drives and features USB 3.2 Gen 2 and AMD StoreMI to maximize connectivity and speed
  • SO-DIMM.2: Bundled expansion card with heatsink allows two M.2 drives to be connected via an SO-DIMM interface and helps control SSD thermals for maximum performance
  • Comprehensive thermal design: An active VRM and chipset combo heatsink and full-sized aluminum backplate with heatpipe add mass to help absorb more heat
  • High-performance networking: On-board Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO support and Intel Gigabit Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard supports GameFirst V technologies
  • Advanced water-cooling features: ROG water-cooling zone, water pump + header, and radiator headers enable easy integration with a custom water-cooling loop
  • 5-Way Optimization: Automated system-wide tuning creates overclocking and cooling profiles tailor made for your rig
  • DIY Friendly Design: Pre-mounted I/O shield, ASUS SafeSlot and IMPACT Control Card IV , which adds BIOS FlashBack™, Clr CMOS, Q-Code and FlexKey functionality
  • Unmatched personalization: ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including RGB headers and Gen. 2 addressable headers
  • Industry-leading ROG audio: SupremeFX S1220 and ESS® SABRE9023P for enthusiast-grade audio performance, Sonic Studio III and DTS Sound Unbound

Best compact board of 2019

ASUS definitely delivered with this masterpiece - the best compact board of 2019 - ASUS ROG Crosshair VIII Impact!

Performance & Technology

One thing is clear: All Compact PC users looking for a powerful and well-equipped X570 mainboard can rely on the ASUS ROG Crosshair VIII Impact. In addition to the very good performance and lavish equipment, the quality of workmanship and overclocking potential are also pleasing. Also the sufficient connection possibilities and the well thought-out layout speak for the compact high-end mainboard from ASUS.

Gold Award

Gold Award

Top class recommendation

In our opinion the ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR VIII IMPACT is a clear recommendation of the top class, since it is currently the only X570 mainboard in the Mini-DTX form factor and offers a lot for the small size

Gold Award

Once again, Asus managed to include many technologies in such a tiny form factor.

Gold Medal

Regarding VRM temperatures, this motherboard is just excellent and achieved first place on every tests we have done.

Gold Award

Without hesitation, we gave it the perfect grade thanks to its many advantages.

Best Buy

What makes the Impact even more unique is the integration of all kinds of overclocking features you know from larger ROG boards.

Best of 2019

Techtesters Best of 2019 Awards The best of the best of the best!

Ultimate

Strictly speaking, this RoG board is not an itx (it is slightly longer), but it is by far the most innovative mini board.

Ultimate

In our view, however, the Impact is more than worth it: the way in which Asus managed to create space for two (well-cooled!) M.2-ssds and the different overclocking features (bios-flashback, hex-display) is definitely innovative .

Editor's choice

第一眼看到ROG X570 Crosshair VIII Impact主機板時，就會被它小巧的外型設計吸引，全主機板尺寸大小在203 x 170 mm，拿在手上非常輕薄，可以讓玩家在安裝機殼時有更多的大小彈性設計，若要使用剛好大小機殼的話，相較於一般Mini-ITX主機板，ROG X570 Crosshair VIII Impact的額外空間可以讓玩家安裝2槽標準版的顯示卡，而若是使用更大的機殼安裝的話，則是可以有更多的散熱對流設計空間，使用上的彈性還不錯。

Best Performance

latest updated BIOS can work with the Ryzen 5900X in fully performance, packed with the fastest connectivity technology, fine and stable OC settings.

Best Innovation

latest updated BIOS can work with the Ryzen 5900X in fully performance, packed with the fastest connectivity technology, fine and stable OC settings.

NextHardware 4.5 Stars

The main goal of ASUS, with the ROG Crosshair VIII Impact, is to satisfy demanding users with a refined palate thanks to its natural propensity to overclock, especially as regards memories. Thanks to the compact dimensions, in fact, many of the microscopic latencies to be attributed to a more bulky form factor are effectively eliminated, reducing the length of the tracks and improving the cleaning of the tensions.

DD's MasterPiece

It is an impressive board that you should not underestimate simply because it is smaller in size. It holds several records in extreme clocking of both RYZEN 9 and AM4 processors, including the absolute record across all platforms over 6000MHz with DDR4. With the new AMD RYZEN 9 3950X, you can have a more powerful PC than anything Intel can offer.

DD´s Recommended

It is an impressive board that you should not underestimate simply because it is smaller in size. It holds several records in extreme clocking of both RYZEN 9 and AM4 processors, including the absolute record across all platforms over 6000MHz with DDR4. With the new AMD RYZEN 9 3950X, you can have a more powerful PC than anything Intel can offer.

I love it!

The board itself worked great, I did not encounter any problems with construction, drivers and so on. It is really richly equipped due to its size, in this size simply has no competition, the amount of gadgets is really, really large.

Recommends

Asus managed to provide excelent equipment on the small surface of the Crosshair VIII Impact Mini-DTX motherboard, which would not be ashamed of much larger ROG MBs. It has everything you need to build a miniature high-end computer.

Recommended

The ASUS CROSSHAIR VIII IMPACT is absolutely unique, ASUS offering handy gamer-oriented features.

Editor's Choice

Small size, layout, robust power supply and good cooling system, OC capabilities, a multitude of equipment (USB 3.2 Gen 2, M.2, good audio unit, etc.), excellent UEFI and software.

Excelente

Suports 16 core CPU 2 DIMMs Full connectivity Esthetics

Good Performance

Easy to OC and stable with IR mosfet that can give more 70A power, Have a small fan to reduce temperature while OC.

Editor's Choice

Small size board with the big power inside that you can imagine, Try yourself.

ASUS definitely delivered with this masterpiece - the best compact board of 2019 - ASUS ROG Crosshair VIII Impact!

gamezoom.net

One thing is clear: All Compact PC users looking for a powerful and well-equipped X570 mainboard can rely on the ASUS ROG Crosshair VIII Impact. In addition to the very good performance and lavish equipment, the quality of workmanship and overclocking potential are also pleasing. Also the sufficient connection possibilities and the well thought-out layout speak for the compact high-end mainboard from ASUS.

hardwareinside.de

In our opinion the ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR VIII IMPACT is a clear recommendation of the top class, since it is currently the only X570 mainboard in the Mini-DTX form factor and offers a lot for the small size

Hw-journal.de

Gold Award

Hardware Cooking

Regarding VRM temperatures, this motherboard is just excellent and achieved first place on every tests we have done.

Vonguru

Without hesitation, we gave it the perfect grade thanks to its many advantages.

Overclocking.com

Once again, Asus managed to include many technologies in such a tiny form factor.

Tweakers.net

What makes the Impact even more unique is the integration of all kinds of overclocking features you know from larger ROG boards.

Techtesters.eu

Techtesters Best of 2019 Awards The best of the best of the best!

Hardware.info

In our view, however, the Impact is more than worth it: the way in which Asus managed to create space for two (well-cooled!) M.2-ssds and the different overclocking features (bios-flashback, hex-display) is definitely innovative .

PC DIY!

這次ROG X570 Crosshair VIII Impact在小巧的外型下，採用AMD Mini-DTX規格，不只在使用彈性上大大提升，同時也讓效能表現因為可以有更多的空間應用，能夠搭載標準版的顯示卡，再搭配直立式的SO-DIMM.2子卡來安裝M.2的 SSD設計，使得整張主機板麻雀雖小，但五臟俱全

HKEPC

So far, it's the most powerful AMD X570 Mini short motherboard

www.vmodtech.com

latest updated BIOS can work with the Ryzen 5900X in fully performance, packed with the fastest connectivity technology, fine and stable OC settings.

Nexthardware

The main goal of ASUS, with the ROG Crosshair VIII Impact, is to satisfy demanding users with a refined palate thanks to its natural propensity to overclock, especially as regards memories. Thanks to the compact dimensions, in fact, many of the microscopic latencies to be attributed to a more bulky form factor are effectively eliminated, reducing the length of the tracks and improving the cleaning of the tensions.

Hardware Upgrade

The European Hardware Awards 2022 is a collection of the best technology products that are commercially available, selected by the member sites of the European Hardware Association through a voting process that has been carried out over the past two months between the various editorial offices involved.

www.diit.cz

The board itself worked great, I did not encounter any problems with construction, drivers and so on. It is really richly equipped due to its size, in this size simply has no competition, the amount of gadgets is really, really large.

www.ddworld.cz

It is an impressive board that you should not underestimate simply because it is smaller in size. It holds several records in extreme clocking of both RYZEN 9 and AM4 processors, including the absolute record across all platforms over 6000MHz with DDR4. With the new AMD RYZEN 9 3950X, you can have a more powerful PC than anything Intel can offer.

BUG online

Asus managed to provide excelent equipment on the small surface of the Crosshair VIII Impact Mini-DTX motherboard, which would not be ashamed of much larger ROG MBs. It has everything you need to build a miniature high-end computer.

www.kursors.lv

The ASUS CROSSHAIR VIII IMPACT is absolutely unique, ASUS offering handy gamer-oriented features.

PC PRESS

Small size, layout, robust power supply and good cooling system, OC capabilities, a multitude of equipment (USB 3.2 Gen 2, M.2, good audio unit, etc.), excellent UEFI and software.

The OverClocker

The Crosshair VIII Impact has cemented itself as the most obvious only choice for serious AMD Ryzen overclocking

Crosshair VIII IMPACT

The ROG Crosshair VIII series heralds the arrival of Impact, the compact motherboard with colossal potential. Primped and primed for latest 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen CPUs, Crosshair VIII Impact’s Mini-DTX frame packs loads of ATX-grade features, including advanced power delivery and cooling, dual M.2, next-gen Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and onboard SupremeFX audio. It’s the perfect choice for a small-form-factor gaming rig ready to rival full-size builds.

COMPACT DESIGN

Impact’s unusual Mini-DTX form factor is a deliberate choice. Many Mini-ITX cases ship with enough space for a dual-slot graphics card, meaning there’s typically unused space below the bottom PCIe® slot – space that could be utilized to mount more components or enable additional features. Being marginally taller than mini-ITX allows Impact to exploit this unused space, allowing ROG engineers to squeeze in features while still fitting a large proportion of mini-ITX PC cases.

ROG Crosshair VIII Impact stacks up storage, audio and control features onto innovative vertical daughter boards, leaving us spare room onboard to add more connectivity and engineer features normally found on ATX boards into a small-form-factor (SFF) footprint.

Impact Control Card IV

Adds BIOS FlashBack™, Clr CMOS, Q-Code and FlexKey functionality.

SO-DIMM.2

Bundled expansion card with heatsink allows two M.2 drives to be connected via a SO-DIMM interface and helps control SSD thermals for maximum performance.

SupremeFX audio

A dedicated audio card housing S1220 codec and ESS® SABRE9023P for enthusiast-grade audio.

THE IMPACT

  1. 6 x USB 3.2 Gen 2* ‧ 5 x Type-A + 1 x Type-C 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ‧ 2 x Type-A SPDIF OUT
  2. Intel®​ Wi-Fi 6 AX200 Intel®​ I211-AT Gb Ethernet ROG GameFirst V Anti-surge LANGuard
  3. AMD X570 Chipset
  4. 3 x LED-illuminated
    audio jacks
  5. SupremeFX S1220 CODEC ‧ 120dB SNR stereo playback output
    ‧ 113dB SNR recording input
    ‧ ESS® ES9023P High Definition DAC     Sonic Studio III and Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer
    Sonic Radar III
    DTS® Sound Unbound
  6. DDR4 4800MHz+ (O.C.)* ‧ 2 DIMM, Dual Channel
    ‧ OptiMem III
  7. Procool II power connector
  8. AMD AM4 Socket for AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series/ 3000 G-Series/ 2000 Series/ 2000 G-Series desktop processors
  9. 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 front panel connector
    2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ​
  10. SO-DIMM.2 Slot 2 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key
    Type 2242~2280
    (PCIe 4.0 x4 + SATA modes)
  11. GPU support* ‧ 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Safeslot
  12. 4x SATA 6Gbs (2x angled)
  13. 1 x RGB header
    2 x Addressable Gen2 headers
* The specifications depend on different CPU types. The listed specifications are based on 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors.
  1. ROG patented pre-mounted I/O shield A convenient fit for all cases.
  2. Impact control IV
     Onboard control card adds BIOS FlashBack™, Clr CMOS, Q-Code and FlexKey* functionality, simplifying firmware access, updates, and debugging.
    *At its default, the FlexKey functions as a system reset button, but it can also be easily set to provide quick access to features such as activating Safe Boot or turning Aura lighting on or off.
  3. ADDRESSABLE RGB HEADERS Allows connection to a vast portfolio of Aura Sync-capable PC gear. (Learn more)
  4. Water Flow/ Water In &out headers Enables constant monitoring of coolant temperatures and the flow rate of the entire loop to ensure the best cooling performance.

  5. 90 degree connector

    Onboard connectors are deliberately perpendicular to the board, aiding cable-management and a tidy build.

We've fully exploited the extra space afforded by Impact's Mini-DTX form factor to dedicate more space to the board's VRM and chipset cooling design.

ACTIVE VRM AND CHIPSET COMBO HEATSINK

  • Dual Custom Delta Superflo Fans : The custom low-noise fans feature a high-durability bearing with a 60,000-hour L10* lifespan.

  • Dual-Intake Fan Bracket : A unique brace design recesses the fans to enable reliable ventilation in tight spaces.

  • Finned Heatsink : The heatsink fin density is optimized to maximize surface area while maintaining a low-resistance exhaust path.


  • * L10 bearing lifespan specifies the minimum number of hours that 90% of the bearing are expected to last.

Full-sized aluminum backplate.

A high-efficiency copper heatpipe channels heat away from the VRM to a full-size aluminum backplate, spreading heat quickly and evenly, compensating for limited airflow in smaller chassis.

OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE

ROG Crosshair VIII Impact is equipped with an optimized power design and comprehensive cooling to exploit prodigious might of the latest AMD Ryzen processors without performance-zapping thermal throttling. It also packs innovations to double up on memory and push frequencies to the max.

POWER DESIGN

The monstrous compute power of multi-core processors necessitates a power circuit that rapidly responds to massive current swings. Featuring an array of 10 strategically paired power stages, the Impact's VRM is geared for any workload and all operating conditions.

Robust power delivery starts at the component level. Every aspect of the ROG Crosshair VIII Impact's VRM is generously over-specified for the task.

  • 8-PIN PROCOOL II
    POWER CONNECTORS

    The latest ProCool II power connector offers higher endurance and longer lifespan by lowering impedance to prevent hotspots and connector failure. The new design includes upgrades to metal amour and solid pins for better dissipation.

  • POWER STAGE MOSFETS

    The VRM is comprised of 8+2 TDA21472 power stages, each rated to handle 70 amps.

  • MICROFINE ALLOY CHOKES

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

  • 10K JAPANESE-MADE BLACK METALLIC CAPACITORS

    Metallic capacitors Input and output filtering is provided by solid-polymer capacitors rated to last thousands of hours at high operating temperatures.

OPTIMEM III
DDR4 4800+ MHZ (O.C.)

Infused with proprietary memory trace layout tweaks that improve signal integrity and mitigate noise, Optimem III allows memory kits to run at lower latencies, reduced voltages, and operate at higher frequencies. Stack the Impact with your favorite modules and maximize Ryzen 3000 throughput for applications that demand massive bandwidth, or balance infinity fabric and memory performance for a diverse range of workloads.

DOUBLE-CAPACITY DIMM SUPPORT

Crosshair VIII Impact features a unique memory-trace design that supports up to 32GB per slot for a total memory capacity of 64GB. With double-capacity UDIMM modules, the Impact delivers four-DIMM memory capacity in a compact, dual-DIMM design.

COOLER BY DESIGN

ROG Crosshair VIII Impact features the most comprehensive cooling options ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS.

Rampage VI Extreme
  • Full speed position
  • Water pump+ position
  • 4-pin PWM/DC fan position
  • Water in/out position

  • Multiple temperature sources

  • Water pump+

  • 4-pin PWM/DC fan

  • ROG Water-Cooling Zone

  • Each header can be set to monitor and react to three user-configurable thermal sensors for workload-based cooling. And all settings can be easily managed by Fan Xpert 4 or UEFI.​

  • A dedicated header that can supply over 3A to high-performance PWM or DC water pumps.

    detail

  • Every onboard header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.
    *W_PUMP+ is also PWM/DC controllable.


    *Two headers are on the included SO-DIMM.2 card

  • Water In/Out and water-flow headers feed status information straight into the AI Suite utility, so you can keep track of coolant temperatures and the flow rate of the entire loop to ensure the best cooling performance.

OPTIMIZATION

ROG gives you powerful tools that make optimizing your system fast and easy. For those who relish fine-grained control, the UEFI BIOS has a wealth of advanced options organized into intuitive categories that provide the ability to tweak every aspect of your system​.

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 comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.

  • Designed to simplify setup, EZ mode presents all the 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.

    EZ MODE
    EZ MODE

    EZ Tuning Wizard

    Streamline your RAID configuration for faster data retrieval and backups.

    Intuitive graphical fan control

    Fine-tune individual fans simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.

    SATA Information

    View SATA port details for easy device recognition.

    Fast Clock Adjustment

    Use mouse controls to change the time and date.

    Aura On/Off mode (Stealth)

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

  • 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.

    ADVANCED MODE
    ADVANCED MODE

    My Favorites

    Quickly find tuning options and add preferred tools to the list.

    EZ Flash 3

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

    SMART

    Check your storages devices' Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology logs to gauge reliability and to identify potential failures.

    GPU POST

    Automatically detect selected ASUS graphics cards to view detailed information.

    Secure Erase

    Restore your SSDs to factory-fresh condition.

    Last Modified Log

    Track the latest changes and save preferred profiles onto a USB drive.

    SATA Port Renaming

    Rename SATA ports for easy identification.

    Search Function

    Quickly and easily find the option or setting you’re looking for.

    ASUS User Profile

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

ACCURATE VOLTAGE MONITORING

Conventional motherboards ues single-ended sensing tapped from a location that isn't ideal, leading to a large disparity between the actual voltage fed to the CPU and the value reported to software. The Impact features a differential sensing circuit that simplifies overclocking and tuning by allowing you to track voltages more accurately.

Performance Level Up

AI Suite 3’s dashboard-style control panel lets you fine-tune almost every aspect of your system. Get the best balance between performance, cooling, stability, and efficiency via one simple and intuitive interface.​

  • TPU

  • EPU

  • FAN XPERT 4

  • DIGITAL+
    power controls

  • turbo app

  • TPU INSIGHT

    CPU-performance boost

    The TurboV Processing Unit (TPU) is an intelligent onboard micro-controller that provides an array of system-tuning features, including the ability to fine-tune voltages, monitor system stats and adjust overclocking parameters.

  • EPU

    All-around energy efficiency

    With the Energy Processing Unit (EPU) you'll enjoy system-wide power savings. The EPU automatically optimizes power consumption and maximizes savings with Away mode — a smart setting that creates an extreme energy-saving scenario by shutting down unused I/O controllers.

  • Fan Xpert 4

    Flexible cooling controls for air or liquid

    Enjoy comprehensive control over fans, water pumps and all-in-one (AIO) coolers, via either Fan Expert 4 or our award-winning UEFI. Whether you're cooling with air or water, Auto-Tuning mode intelligently configures all parameters with a single click. There's also an Extreme Quiet mode, which reduces all fan speeds to below the default minimum — keeping your system whisper-quiet when performing light tasks.​

  • Digital Power Controls

    Precise digital power control

    The Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) delivers real-time control over voltage droop, switching frequency and power-efficiency settings, allowing you to fine-tune CPU voltage regulation for ultimate stability and performance.

  • Game Faster, Rank Higher

    Turbo App

    AMD's processors feature per-core tuning, and the ASUS Turbo app makes use of this feature by letting you assign applications to specific processor cores, prioritizing computing power where it's needed most.​

CONNECTIVITY

ROG Crosshair VIII Impact offers advanced connectivity to ensure seamless gaming experiences. This includes Intel Ethernet and the latest Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax). It also has the two M.2 slots integrated into the SO-DIMM module, plus the same SupremeFX audio codec you’ll find on ATX ROG boards.

  • 1WIFI 6 (AX200)

    ROG Crosshair VIII Impact comes with onboard Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) support, offering ultrafast networking speeds, improved network capacity and better performance in dense Wi-Fi environments for exceptional online gaming experiences with the convenience of a wireless connection.

  • 2INTEL ETHERNET

    ROG Crosshair VIII Impact features the latest Intel® Ethernet (I211-AT) ensuring data exchanges with your network and the outside world are fast and smooth. Intel LAN reduces CPU overhead and increases TCP and UDP throughput, keeping more processing power.​​

SupremeFX

ROG Crosshair VIII Impact’s SupremeFX audio features a dedicated card to limit signal interference, and packs the SupremeFX S1220 codec, ESS® ES9023P DAC and premium capacitors for enthusiast-grade audio performance.
Learn More

  1. SWITCHING MOSFETS

    Unique design allows the codec's impedance-sensing function to be ported to either the front or rear headphone.

  2. S1220 CODEC

    10 DAC channels, simultaneous 7.1 channel playback, independent 2.0-channel, multiple-stream stereo to front panel outputs.

  3. NICHICON CAPS

    Fine-quality Japanese-made components that produce a warmer, natural sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity.

  4. ESS®ES9023P

    The ESS® ES9023P digital-to-analog converter creates a perfect balance for top-tier audio clarity capable of 112db DNR /-94dB THD+N for superior front-panel output.

  • Dual PCIe 4.0 M.2

    Dual PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots support up to 2280 and provide NVMe SSD RAID support for an incredible performance boost. Create a RAID configuration with two PCIe 4.0 storage devices to enjoy the fastest data-transfer speeds on the 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen platform.

  • ROG SO-DIMM.2

    ROG SO-DIMM.2 is an innovative expansion card that allows two PCIe® 4.0 M.2 drives to be connected via Impact’s SO-DIMM interface. You can then add metal heatsinks, helping to control thermals for maximum performance while elevating the aesthetics.

    ． 2 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key
    　Type 2242-2280 (PCIe 4.0 x 4+SATA modes)
    ． 1 x addressable Gen 2 RGB header
    ． 2 x radiator fan headers

ASUS NODE​

ASUS Node is a proprietary bi-directional interface that allow ASUS motherboards to communicate with other system components, opening up a wealth of new options for system builders.​

PERSONALIZATION

ROG provides a range of intuitive software that enables easy control of your advanced gaming hardware and ensures seamless component compatibility. From RGB lighting, networking and audio to storage optimization and more, ROG gives you the power to personalize your system just the way you want.​  

GAMEFIRST V NETWORK CONTROL

GameFirst V is an ROG-exclusive tool that optimizes network traffic and your connection for faster, lag-free online gaming. Select the best Wi-Fi channel for maximum stability and minimum interference, team your gateways and keep tabs on bandwidth-hogging apps, all from an intuitive interface that enables easy, on-the-fly adjustments.

  • Sonic Studio III

    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.

    *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 sound true to life.
    LEARN MORE

    • Sonic Studio Link

      The new Sonic Studio Link now allows you to apply Sonic Studio effects on all playback devices. Simply press the Sonic Studio Link button to enjoy Sonic Studio effects on any playback devices.

    • APP-Specific profiles

      Apply customized audio settings to different applications, so everything you do is perfectly tuned to the way you want to listen.

    • SONIC STUDIO VIRTUAL MIXER

      Combine audio output from selected apps with audio from the microphone input and stream the compiled mix.

  • DTS : SOUND UNBOUND

    DTS Sound Unbound envelops you in audio as never before, conjuring whole new levels of immersion for extraordinary gaming and entertainment experiences. By exploiting Windows Sonic spatial technology, DTS Sound Unbound delivers audio in a virtual 3D space – putting you right in the middle of the soundscape. Every ROG Crosshair VIII motherboard has built-in support* for this amazing new audio technology and comes with the DTS Sound Unbound app pre-loaded, enabling you to sense the location and direction of every gunshot, footstep and environmental sound.​

    * DTS Sound Unbound requires in-game support. Check with developers for titles that offer support.​
    STEREO SOUND

    The classic headphones or two-speaker setup, delivering discrete left and right audio channels.

    SURROUND SOUND

    Audio that’s split into and served over multiple speaker channels – such as 5.1 or 7.1 – creating an enveloping experience, but on a single logical plane.​

    SPATIAL SOUND

    An all-new experience that creates a virtual audio ‘sphere’, with you at the center, so sounds seem to travel in all directions – creating astonishing 360° immersion.​

Addressable Strip

RGB Strip

GROW YOUR GAMING WORLD

Gear up with ROG components, from graphics and monitors, to mice and keyboards, and up your game with complementary aesthetics, control and compatibility. The ROG ecosystem is more extensive than any competing brand, so enjoy greater choice as your system expands.

  • Static Static
  • Breathing Breathing
  • Strobing Strobing
  • Rainbow Rainbow
  • Color cycle Color cycle
  • Starry Night Starry Night
  • Music effect Music Effect
  • Smart Smart

ADDRESSABLE Gen 2 RGB HEADER

The Impact's Addressable Gen 2 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.

  • Addressable Gen 2 device: Effect is perfectly matched to the LEDs on the strip, moving smoothly from end to end.
  • Addressable Gen 1 device: In most cases, effect will move beyond the physical number of LEDs on the strip, resulting in periods of darkness.
*Based on the flash and dash effect simulation.

Armoury Crate

Armoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported ROG gaming products. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate lets you easily customize RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal and synchronize them with Aura Sync for unified system lighting effects. The software also provides control of settings for a select and growing number of ROG products, including keyboard and mouse preferences as well as laptop overclocking and fan speeds, making it easier to tune the look and feel of your system. Armoury Crate even features dedicated product registration and ROG news areas to help you stay in touch with the ROG gaming community.

  • AURA SYNC

  • DEVICE CONFIGURATION

  • DRIVER & MANUAL DOWNLOAD

  • GAMING HIGHLIGHT

  • ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT

DOWNLOAD NOW

RAMCache 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.

  • Smart mode

    Automatically caches all your storage devices to maximize your system’s resources

  • Real-time information

    The intuitive interface displays real-time drive information, such as current read/write speeds.

  • Health check

    And allows you to quickly check the health status of assigned memory.

THE POWER OF AMD

AMD X570 chipset

The AMD X570 chipset delivers outstanding overclocking capabilities for the latest AMD AM4 socket for 3rd and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ /2nd and 1st Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors. It is optimized for multiple GPU configurations, including NVIDIA SLI® and AMD CrossFireX™. It also supports x16 PCI Express® 4.0/3.0 lanes and provides 10Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports and 6 Gb/s SATA ports for faster data retrieval.​

AMD AM4 Socket for 3rd and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ / 2nd and 1st Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors

The high-performance 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ processors are based on the next-gen 7nm Zen architecture and support up to 16 processor cores. AMD AM4-socket processors feature dual-channel DDR4 memory, native 10Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2 and x16 PCI Express® 4.0/3.0 lanes for superb performance.​