DDR5 memory brought many welcome upgrades over last-gen DDR4. Built with better scaling for today’s multi-threaded CPUs, plentiful bandwidth, and a massive efficiency boost, DDR5 is the preferred choice for today’s PC builders. Today, memory manufacturers are pushing the limits of what’s possible with kits ranging up to DDR5-8000 or even higher. To give you the best experience with these cutting-edge memory kits, we’re introducing an all-new slot design that’s built from the ground up for enhanced performance and durability: NitroPath DRAM Technology.
Unmatched performance
NitroPath DRAM Technology boosts memory speeds through our exclusive layout routing. This cutting-edge design reduces noise interference via shorter gold finger pins and optimized signal pathways within the motherboard, increasing DRAM overclocking performance by up to 400MT/s.
Smoother signal transmission with less noise and reflection translates to an overall improved experience with high-end memory kits. The optimized layout ensures faster data transfers between your DRAM and CPU, maximizing your system’s overall performance. You’ll be better able to push the overclocking limits of your DDR5 RAM — and enjoy enhanced system stability, even under heavy loads.
Reinforced for a longer lifespan
NitroPath DRAM Technology offers enhanced slot retention force, too. These reinforced DRAM slots are better prepared to withstand the wear-and-tear of the RAM installation process than traditional slot designs, making them a better choice for enthusiasts who are likely to upgrade or replace their memory over time.
| DDR5 DRAM Latch Lateral Force (Latching) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Slot | NitroPath DRAM Slot | Improvement |
| 6.23 kgf | 7.46kgf | 20% |
| DDR5 DRAM Latch Lateral Force (Release) | ||
| Traditional Slot | NitroPath DRAM Slot | Improvement |
| 3.88 kgf | 4.84 kgf | 25% |
| DDR5 DRAM Slot Retention Force | ||
| Traditional Slot | NitroPath DRAM Slot | Improvement |
| 4.72 kgf | 7.42 kgf | 57% |
Improved lateral force resistance and sidewall strength give you the confidence that your investment is ready to go the distance.
Built for gamers
In the world of competitive gaming, every advantage counts. Gaming enthusiasts pursuing the very highest FPS rely on fully optimized systems that break down every performance-limiting bottleneck. With NitroPath DRAM Technology, we’re able to offer these gamers next-level memory performance and stability so that they’re able to fully unleash the fastest DDR5 memory kits on the market today.
NitroPath DRAM Technology debuts on two of our latest X870E motherboards: the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero and the ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi. Click here to learn more about these revolutionary motherboards and to meet the rest of the ASUS X870E/X870 motherboard family.