ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR VIII HERO(WI-FI), 64GB, AMD X570, ATX, AM4, DDR4, USB3.2

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ROG X570 boards are fitted with our latest-gen OptiMem III technology. This exclusive tech offers additional margin for memory tuning compared to the previous generation—even when tested using an identical 2nd Gen Ryzen processor on the same board with and without this technology. Look forward to announcements on 3rd Gen Ryzen RAM performance as the launch draws nearer. Turn on the bright lights In the middle of the board is where we find the three full-length PCIe slots and the x1 slot. The top slot will run x16 while the second is capable of x8 speeds. When using both slots, they will run at x8/x8 PCIe 4.0. Both of these slots are reinforced as well. The bottom full-length slot is capable of PCIe 4.0 x8 speeds, with its bandwidth sourced from the chipset. The Crosshair III Hero Wi-Fi supports both 3-way SLI and Crossfire multi-GPU solutions. The bottom half of the board is, for all intents and purposes, covered by heatsinks/shrouds. On the far left, the SupremeFX S1220 audio is hidden along with the Texas Instruments RC4580 op-amp and ESS ES9023P DAC, but we can see a glimpse of the Nichicon audio caps, said to produce a warmer and more natural sound. The codec is a tweaked version of the premium Realtek ALC1220 chip, but with improved audio such as SnR. This audio solution should be more than adequate for most users. Additionally, most high-end models in our X570 lineup come with a Node connector that allows bidirectional communication between the motherboard and compatible devices. This creates new possibilities like the ability to monitor system accessories or peripherals, or have external devices control board features. A pleasant burst of sound waves

The first thing you’ll probably notice about the ROG Strix X570-E and X570-F is their dazzling looks. The I/O cover and PCH heatsink are styled with an ROG cyber-text motif that works in tandem with Aura Sync accents to create a high-tech look. In the graphics department, no card on the market has saturated even PCIe 3.0 yet, at least in the x16 configuration. The largest immediate benefit is with high-speed storage. NVMe drives in RAID configurations can and will take advantage of the extra bandwidth to push never before seen sequential read and write speeds. With your average game, even the switch from SATA to NVMe can be hard to notice, let alone to an even faster and more expensive RAID array. This is more relevant for content creation and media production, where high-speed storage can save significant time and therefore money, which is further bolstered by the near-HEDT core counts on the high-end Ryzen 3000 CPUs. Of course, graphics cards will eventually catch up as well, so for the discerning gamer who only upgrades every three to five years, the new standard could prove a good investment as well.

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Desktop machines are often tethered to the outside world with a cable, but as wireless speeds climb higher and latency drops, more gamers and professionals are turning to fast Wi-Fi for their networking needs. To keep them on the cutting edge, we fitted most of our ROG boards with brand-new Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200 adapters. Recently released, they support the latest 802.11ax protocol and can broadcast blazing-fast signals up to a theoretical peak of 2400Mbps. At that kind of speed, cables are an option, not a necessity. Sliding down the right side we see a large start/power button along with a smaller and simpler reset button. Just below it is the 24-pin ATX power connector and below it the front panel USB 3.2 Gen 2 header. Whether you want to build a speedy HTPC, a compact gaming machine that can run circles around any console, or a compact desktop that can sit easily on a desk or shelf, the Strix X570-I Gaming fits the bill. Look for information on a release date and prices soon. Fortunately, the latest integrated power components can handle higher currents than the devices of yesteryear, making it possible to implement a simple circuit topology that isn't hamstrung by the processing lag of phase-doublers. That's why ROG Crosshair VIII Dark Hero utilizes teamed power stages to deliver higher burst current per phase, while maintaining the thermal performance of phase-doubled designs. High-performance networking: On-board 2.5 Gbps Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet, both with ASUS LANGuard protection, and support for GameFirst V software.

Starting at the top, on the far left is the rear IO cover which reaches out over the heatsink. The cover is made out of mostly brushed-finished aluminum, with some plastic. We see the Crosshair VIII naming on top and “HERO” on the bottom, the latter lit up with RGBs. ProCool-reinforced eight-pin connectors ease current into the power stages feeding the CPU. The two PCIe 4.0 x16 connectors employ our SafeSlot reinforcements for better holding heavier graphics cards that tend to push down hard on the slot. The x1 slots also enjoy PCIe 4.0 connectivity, as do the two M.2 slots sitting under heatsinks that cool faster NVMe SSDs. From SLI or CrossFireX multi-GPU setups to blazing-fast SSD RAID arrays, the X570-E and X570-F can do it all. Providing greater electrostatic protection than the industry standard. ESD Guards cover the USB, audio and LAN ports. Fortunately, the latest integrated power components can handle higher currents than the devices of yesteryear, making it possible to implement a simple circuit topology that isn't hamstrung by the processing lag of phase-doublers. That's why the ROG Crosshair X670E Hero utilizes teamed power stages to deliver higher burst current per phase, while maintaining the thermal performance of phase-doubled designs.No matter which ROG X570 motherboard you choose, we want to ensure you can take advantage of the power of PCI Express 4.0. Every single PCIe x16 and M.2 slot on our lineup is wired with PCIe 4.0, so no matter the model, you can use a next-gen graphics card or NVMe drive without fear it'll be bandwidth-constrained. High wattage, low temperatures If you’re building a liquid-cooled home for a new Ryzen CPU, the ROG Crosshair VIII Formula provides a premium foundation. From the design of the power circuitry and liquid-ready VRM cooler to aesthetic touches like the Gen 2 RGB headers and stylish armor, the Formula is the pinnacle of ROG X570 motherboards. Pricing and release date will be announced soon, so stay tuned. The ROG Crosshair VIII Hero (Wi-Fi) offers glorious air-cooled excess without going overboard Between the PCIe slots and hidden below the heatsink and shroud are two M.2 slots. Both slots are able to run SATA or PCIe based m.2 modules. The primary, (top) slot will hold up to an 80mm drive, while the bottom slot supports up to 110mm. As is the norm on X570 due to the PCIe lane count, no SATA ports will be affected regardless of what type of M.2 module is used.

High-performance networking:On-board Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO support, 2.5 Gbps Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet, both with ASUS LANGuard protection, and support for GameFirst VI software.

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ASUS’ ROG Crosshair series has always been on the expensive side because of the premium and exclusive features found on these motherboards. To make things worse in the pricing standpoint, PCI-E Gen 5 and DDR5 contribute greatly to the ridiculous Php 41,420 price tag of the ROG Crosshair X670E Hero making it slightly cheaper than the flagship AMD Ryzen 9 7950X. We generally don’t recommend buying a motherboard that’s more expensive than your processor unless you have a clear upgrade path. The sav Above the memory slots are three of the eight 4-pin fan/pump headers. In this area specifically are the CPU_FAN, CPU_OPT and AIO_PUMP headers. Just to the right of these is the handy two-character Q-Code debug LED display used for troubleshooting during startup. New Ryzen processors are designed to pair with the X570 chipset, the first desktop chipset to put PCI Express 4.0 connectivity at your disposal. The brand-new spec doubles peak throughput to 2GB/s per lane, paving the way for a new generation of graphics cards, solid-state drives, and peripherals. A four-lane NVMe SSD based on PCIe 3.0 can reach a maximum raw speed of close to 4GB/s. That’s pretty fast but already capping the performance of modern drives. With PCIe 4.0 on the X570 platform, the same number of lanes gives devices peak raw bandwidth of 7.9GB/s, a figure previously only attainable with a multi-drive RAID 0 array and a direct connection to the CPU. Future graphics cards sitting in x16 slots will have nearly 32GB/s of bandwidth available, laying the foundation for games with higher-resolution textures, and letting machine-learning algorithms access more data faster than ever before. The Formula is the flagship of the X570 fleet, primed to be fitted into premium systems with custom liquid-cooling loops and push Ryzen to its limits. Whether you’re looking for utmost functionality or pure aesthetic expression, this board sits at the apex. It would look fantastic just displayed on a wall, let alone in a high-end build. High-performance networking: On-board Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO support, 2.5 Gbps Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet, both with ASUS LANGuard protection, and support for GameFirst V software.