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ASUS X870E/X870 motherboard guide: ROG, TUF Gaming, ProArt and Prime usher in the era of the custom-built AI PC

 

Today, video editors are using AI-powered features in DaVinci Resolve to stabilize footage during editing and significantly reduce digital noise. Right now, gamers are accelerating their FPS while maintaining lifelike detail using AI tech like DLSS and Frame Generation. In today’s leading creative apps, 3D designers are taking advantage of real-time viewport rendering, upscaling, accelerated rendering, and more — and AI makes it all possible. As incredible as generative AI is currently, even more exciting developments are on the horizon. To prepare you for advanced AI experiences, we’re introducing our AMD X870E and X870 motherboard lineup. Ready for AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPUs and featuring all new options from ROG Crosshair, ROG Strix, TUF Gaming, ProArt, and Prime, these new motherboards are loaded up with next-gen connectivity, smart features, and performance-boosting refinements.

Primed to perform with AMD Ryzen 9000 Series processors

An advanced AI PC leans heavily on its graphics card to accelerate AI workflows, but when you look at performance holistically, there’s no question that the CPU and motherboard play a vital role in establishing the foundation for the build. For your gaming ambitions, creative endeavors, and professional pursuits, AMD Ryzen 9000 Series desktop processors unleash your full system’s performance.

A closeup view of the VRM heatsink on the ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi motherboard

With their potent blend of single-threaded and multi-threaded performance, AMD Ryzen 9000 Series desktop processors excel in any workload. Whether you’re exporting a lengthy video, competing against the best in an online esports game, or rendering a complex animation, these processors have the horsepower to ensure that you can stay nimble as you work and play.

Socket AM5 takes a second lap around the track

AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPUs slot into the AM5 socket, allowing owners of an X670E motherboard to upgrade their current systems with little more than a BIOS update. For those building a new system today, though, an X870E or X870 motherboard is the ideal choice — and there’s ample reason for X670E owners to consider an upgrade.

A closeup view of the AM5 socket on the ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi motherboard

What’s the difference between X870E and X870 motherboards? Your most feature-rich, high-end options for your AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPU use the X870E chipset. Armed with DDR5 support, PCIe 5.0 connectivity for graphics and SSDs, two onboard USB4 ports, and support for the latest CPU and memory overclocking refinements, these motherboards are ready to push your new CPU to its limits. Since X870E motherboards have two chipsets, they have more PCIe lanes to play with. On the ProArt X870E-Creator WiFi, for example, we put them to work with a Marvell 10Gb Ethernet port.

X870 motherboards are quite similar to their X870E brethren, but their one-chipset design makes them attractive options for PC builders with more modest connectivity needs. To learn how to choose between the different AMD chipsets available today, click here.

Take the lead with smart controls

An ASUS-powered AI PC offers you easy, one-click options for optimizing system performance. With ASUS X870E and X870 motherboards, you’ll have the tools to unleash your AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPU, minimize fan noise while maximizing cooling, ensure seamless connections to your PC, and optimize your network settings.

  • AI Overclocking: For builders looking to easily optimize their CPU, we offer AI Overclocking. Powered by exhaustive research and characterization of the performance potential of actual CPUs in our testing labs, this tool boosts CPU clocks with just one click. AI Overclocking’s sophisticated intelligence also monitors the efficiency of your CPU cooler and changes in the operating environment of your system to tune its parameters over time for the best performance with your system’s unique set of components.
  • Dynamic OC Switcher: For more advanced performance tweakers, we offer Dynamic OC Switcher. This feature automatically flips between AMD’s built-in Precision Boost Overdrive and your manual all-core overclock to give you the best performance for the task at hand.
  • Core Flex: You can also use Core Flex to smash limits farther than ever before by controlling clock, power, and thermals. In its simplest form, you can maximize base clock during lighter loads and set breakpoints to gradually reduce CPU core frequency as temperature or current increases. The system is extremely adaptable, supporting multiple user-controlled functions that can manipulate power, current, and temperature limits independently so that you can bend CPU performance to your will.
  • AI Cooling II: Our intelligent tech stands ready to optimize your cooling, as well. AI Cooling II gives you an easy tool for getting effective airflow under load and quiet operation during light tasks, even for builders who opt for higher-RPM case fans. It uses CPU monitoring information and data from a brief stress test to calculate the lowest fan speed required to effectively cool your system — while minimizing noise levels. This fan control system can reduce system fan noise by up to 5.7dB under sustained loads.
  • AI Networking II: Through AI Networking II, your AI PC can optimize network settings to ensure smooth online gameplay, uninterrupted creativity, and seamless sharing. Integrated into the Armoury Crate app, AI Networking II uses AI-enhanced identification and boost technology to ensure faster and smarter network optimization. The new Traffic Monitor feature tracks your current WiFi channel usage and makes it easy to switch to a less-congested channel.

You’ll have access to all these features on our ROG, TUF Gaming, and ProArt X870E and X870 motherboards. With the Prime X870-P and Prime X870-P WiFi, you’ll have access to AI Cooling II.

Taking DDR5 to the next level

Many AI workflows lean on large and fast pools of memory. With its high capacity and next-level bandwidth, DDR5 fits that bill nicely. Whether you’re tuning your memory kits for all-out memory performance or absolute stability, X870E and X870 motherboards give you what you need for your AI PC.

Two sticks of high-performance T-Force RAM installed in the NitroPath DRAM Technology slots on the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero motherboard

For enthusiasts chasing the highest memory overclocks, we’re debuting a revolutionary DRAM slot design in two of our X870E motherboards: NitroPath DRAM Technology. Available with the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero and ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi, NitroPath DRAM Technology offers enhanced slot retention force, and it also reduces noise interference via shorter gold finger pins and optimized signal pathways within the motherboard. The optimized layout ensures faster data transfers between your DRAM and CPU, maximizing your system’s overall performance.

To give you a hassle-free way to get even PMIC-restricted memory modules up to speed, all our X870E and X870 motherboards give you access to AEMP profiles. Built through a flexible training method, these profiles make it easy for you to tune your memory above baseline settings while maintaining stable system operation. With AEMP, optimized memory settings are just a click away whether you’re getting the most out of an entry-level module or priming a high-speed kit for ultimate performance.

Your AI PC will also benefit from a variety of features that AMD is introducing with X870E and X870 motherboards. The new chips provide official JEDEC support for DDR5-5600, up from DDR5-5200, giving a speed boost for those who need exceptional stability above all else. AMD has also added real-time memory overclocking from within its Ryzen Master app, along with the ability through Memory Optimized Performance Profile (MOPP) to automatically switch between JEDEC and EXPO memory profiles depending on the application running.

A full lineup of WiFi 7-ready options

Step aside, WiFi 6: there’s a new wireless standard in town. WiFi 7 has arrived, and it brings a generational leap forward. Compared to WiFi 6, WiFi 7 is up to 4.8X times faster thanks to tech like 320MHz channels on the 6GHz band and 4K QAM. Multi-Link Operation (MLO) allows devices to connect simultaneously on multiple bands for faster speeds and increased reliability.

The ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WiFi motherboard and the WiFi Q-Antenna

If you’re ready to set up your desktop PC for next-level wireless networking, you’ll need a WiFi 7 router and a WiFi 7 motherboard. With the sole exception of the ASUS Prime X870-P, a motherboard without an onboard wireless module, every ASUS X870E and X870 board offers WiFi 7 support. If you’re looking for the absolute best wireless performance, we’ll steer you to the top-of-the-line ROG Crosshair X870E Hero. Offering link speeds up to 6.5Gbps with MLO, 4K QAM, and access to 320MHz channels, this WiFi 7 motherboard gives you the premium wireless networking experience. You’ll find the same high-end WiFi module on the ProArt X870E-Creator WiFi and most ROG Strix X870E/X870 motherboards, as well.

If your wireless networking needs are more modest, you’ll be well-served by the ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WiFi, TUF Gaming X870-Plus WiFi, or ASUS Prime X870-P WiFi. Featuring many of the latest WiFi 7 advances, if not the top-end link speeds, these motherboards give you more networking options as you’re selecting a platform for your AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPU — and they still offer a very noticeable speed increase over last-gen options.

The white version of the WiFi Q-Antenna with the ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WiFi motherboard in the background

All our X870E and X870 motherboards with WiFi 7 support include the ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna — and a new ASUS-exclusive software feature that makes it easy to get optimal networking performance. With circuit optimizations to the PCB and enhanced inner pin connectors, the WiFi Q-Antenna delivers exceptional signal throughput for the 5GHz and 6GHz bands. Easy functions in Armoury Crate help you get the most out of this directional antenna. Direction Finder detects signal strength and identifies the ideal positioning for your antenna in just a few steps, while Fast Check gives you a quick way to check signal strength and ensure that you’re getting the best connection. With the new Traffic Monitor feature, you’ll be able to track current utilization of WiFi channels across the 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands. Then, you can use Channel Switch to hop over to a less congested channel for improved network performance.

For a closer look at what you’ll get with your WiFi 7-compatible X870E/X870 motherboard, click here.

Next-gen connectivity with USB4

A pair of onboard USB4 ports comes standard with every X870/X870E motherboard, and with these versatile, high-bandwidth ports, the sky is the limit. The headlining feature of USB4 is up to 40 Gbps of bi-directional bandwidth, perfect for blazing-fast connections to external storage drives.

A closeup view of the rear I/O panel on the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero motherboard

Through USB4 ports, you can also connect a display with a maximum resolution of 8K@30Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4. Alternatively, you can connect multiple displays and devices to one USB4 port via daisy-chaining. Through one cable, you could connect two displays and three devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or USB headset, giving you an overall setup that’s neater and tidier.

Easy PC DIY made easier

Some folks have the impression that building a PC is a difficult process, but the truth is that it’s far more straightforward than many people think — and it’s getting even easier with our X870E and X870 motherboards.

It starts with sweeping changes to the BIOS interface. We’re bumping up the resolution of our BIOS interface to 1920×1080. With this change, you’ll be able to see more content at a glance, making it easier to survey the available settings and find the ones that you need. Perhaps even more valuable to new PC builders, we’re introducing our new BIOS Q-Dashboard interface to help bridge the gap between settings in the BIOS and the physical layout of your new motherboard. It gives you a perspective view of your exact motherboard model right inside of BIOS with the vital components and connections neatly labeled. These visual associations help newer PC builders become familiar with their new hardware and the functionality of their motherboard.

We’re also making it easier to install and replace graphics cards and M.2 drives. Our new PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim mechanism, available on our X870E and X870 ROG Crosshair, ROG Strix, and ProArt models, lets you remove a graphics card without releasing a latch or even pushing a button. Start by pressing on the motherboard with one hand to prevent it from moving while you detach the graphics card. Grip the graphics card at the left side (close to its I/O bracket). Then, slightly tilt the card while pulling upward, and your graphics card will release from the PCIe slot.

The M.2 Q-Slide mechanism on the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero motherboard

To help you easily install M.2 drives of varying lengths, we’re deploying the new M.2 Q-Slide in select motherboards. It includes a latching mechanism that slides along a track to securely hold your drive in place. We’ve also refreshed our tried-and-true tool-free M.2 Q-Latch system for compatibility with drives of various lengths.

The M.2 Q-Release Heatsink on the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero motherboard

We’re also making it just as easy to install an M.2 heatsink as it is to install the drive itself. Our ROG Crosshair, ROG Strix, and ProArt X870E motherboards feature the M.2 Q-Release heatsink for the primary drive slot. Press one button on the side of the mechanism, and the heatsink comes free. To put it back on after installing your drive, simply snap the heatsink into place.

Keeping your hardware drivers updated helps ensure the smooth operation of your new PC. But unless you’re going out and checking out for new drivers on a regular basis, it’s easy to miss an update. To help this problem, we’re debuting ASUS DriverHub. This one-stop solution streamlines the process of managing ASUS drivers and utilities to ensure that your system stays up-to-date and optimized. For convenience, users are invited to install ASUS DriverHub after OS installation, and it’s also readily available through the Armoury Crate app.

For even more information on our latest PC DIY-friendly features, click here.

New AIO cooler options for your X870E build

Your new X870E or X870 motherboard deserves a cooling solution that’s an aesthetic fit — especially if you’re building in a panoramic chassis or a case with a wide side window. To match the show-stopping style and high-end performance of the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero, we’re debuting the ROG Ryujin III 360 ARGB Extreme.

The ROG Crosshair X870E Hero motherboard and the ROG Ryujin III 360 ARGB Extreme

This AIO liquid cooler is equipped with an Asetek Emma Gen8 V2 pump for optimal cooling performance, and its embedded pump fan assists in cooling the motherboard’s VRMs. Daisy-chainable ROG ARGB Fans let you connect lighting and fan control with one cable for easy installation and cable management. We’ve even upgraded the LCD display from last-gen Ryujin models. The Extreme boasts a 3.5-inch display with a 640×480 resolution which can be customized through Armoury Crate to display exclusive ROG wallpaper, real-time system information, or your personalized content.

The ProArt X870-A Gaming WiFi motherboard next to an ROG Strix AIO cooler

In addition to the ROG Ryujin III 360 ARGB Extreme, we have AIO cooler options from ROG Strix, ProArt, TUF Gaming, and ASUS Prime that perfectly fit the style of the X870E/X870 motherboards from those families. Click here to browse our latest options.

ROG Crosshair X870E Hero

Since 2006, Republic of Gamers motherboards have relentlessly pushed the boundaries of design and performance to deliver true enthusiast-grade products for gamers who demand more. Using top-notch components and cutting-edge designs capable of hitting the highest speeds, ROG engineers create motherboards that exude quality and craftsmanship while redefining the possibilities of desktop computing.

The ROG Crosshair X870E Hero motherboard with its included ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna attached

The ROG Crosshair X870E Hero stands at the pinnacle of our X870E/X870 lineup. 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 our Polymo Lighting II effect. This upgraded lighting module built into the I/O shroud provides more dynamic RGB illumination for the ROG logo.

The ROG Crosshair X870E Hero’s high-end feature set gives it the power and connectivity you need for demanding AI applications. To help you unleash your top-end AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPU, it boasts a robust power solution with 18+2+2 power stages, ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes, and premium metallic capacitors. To keep this beefy power solution cool, this board includes massive heatsinks integrated with the I/O cover. They’re joined by an L-shaped heatpipe and connected to the power stages with high-conductivity thermal pads.

A closeup view of Polymo Lighting II on the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero motherboard

We equipped this high-end motherboard with everything you need to install an equally high-end set of components. It features our new NitroPath DRAM Technology so that you can push your DDR5 kit to the limits. A pair of PCIe 5.0 x16 slots stand ready for the fastest graphics cards of today and tomorrow, and they can be run in an x8/x8 configuration to support creators and AI enthusiasts ready to harness two GPUs for their workflows. 5 total M.2 slots, three of which support PCIe 5.0 drives, allow you to establish a fast, massive storage array, while a SlimSAS connector makes it easy to add even more storage. You’ll find all our latest refinements for installing M.2 drives, including the new M.2 Q-Latch, M.2 Q-Release, and M.2 Q-Slide.

The SlimSAS and SATA connectors on the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero

The ROG Crosshair X870E Hero is fully loaded with versatile connectivity. High-performance networking options, including WiFi 7 support and dual Ethernet ports, allow you to integrate your new PC into your next-gen network. A pair of onboard USB4 ports give you versatile options for connecting displays, storage drives, and more, and you’ll find the header you need to hook up a front-panel USB Type-C port with Quick Charge 4+ up to 60W.

A view of the two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots on the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero motherboard

For unrivaled gaming immersion, the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero offers a SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound audio solution with integrated amplifiers and op-amps. The audio circuit design uses premium capacitors, interference shielding, and discrete traces for the left and right channels. Auto impedance detection lets you use even high-impedance audiophile headphones and get crystal-clear, distortion-free output. An ESS ES9219 Quad DAC pumps top-notch audio to the front-panel output with support for 32-bit/384 kHz playback, perfect for plugging in a high-end headset.

You’ll also get a premium bundle of software with the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero. ASUS DriverHub will make it easy to keep your new hardware updated. Dolby Atmos gives you immersive, multidimensional audio in any context, and a 1-year subscription to AIDA64 Extreme will give you monitoring and benchmarking tools to support your performance tweaking ambitions.

ROG CROSSHAIR X870E HERO
SizeATX
Memory4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5
PCIe2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16 or @x8/x8 or x8/x4/x4)
Storage3 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
SlimSAS connector (PCIe 4.0 x4)
NetworkingWi-Fi 7
1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet
1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet
AudioROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4082
ESS® ES9219 Quad DAC
Rear I/O2 x USB4® 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C®)
8 x USB 10Gbps ports (6 x Type-A + 2 x USB Type-C®)
Front I/O1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C) with QC 4+ up to 60W
1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C)
2 x USB 5Gbps headers (support 4 USB 5Gbps ports)
2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports)
Aura3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
Cooling1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
1 x W_PUMP+ header

ROG Strix rallies gamers everywhere

For folks building a PC first and foremost for gaming, some of the exotic features of the ROG Crosshair series may feel more like luxuries than necessities. ROG Strix motherboards retain key elements of the style and performance of the Crosshair series while avoiding specialized features that everyday builders might not need. In total, we’re offering four ROG Strix X870E/X870 motherboards: a trio of high-performance ATX motherboards with varying levels of features and styles, and the compact yet powerful ROG Strix X870-I Gaming WiFi.

ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi

As the highest-performance board of the Strix family, the ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi delivers a potent blend of gaming prowess and bold style. Angular accents sweep across the board’s heatsinks alongside distinctive ROG iconography, while a novel curved I/O shroud draws attention to its RGB LED illuminated ROG logo. A new bevel design brings a striking look to the M.2 Combo Sink that’s just a little different from every viewing angle.

The ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi motherboard

Comprehensive power and thermal solutions set you up to tame the latest high-end gear. 18+2+2 power stages deliver a stable stream of power to your AMD CPU, while massive heatsinks integrated with the I/O cover, an L-shaped heatpipe, and high-conductivity thermal pads keep the VRMs comfortable under load. You get the full selection of ROG overclocking technologies for optimizing CPU performance: AI Overclocking, Dynamic OC Switcher, Core Flex, Asynchronous Clock, and PBO Enhancement.

As with the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero, you get our all-new NitroPath DRAM technology that helps you get the most out of your high-end DDR5 memory kit. The ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi also offers a convenient mounting location for you to mount a 60mm fan so that you can direct extra cooling air across your memory modules.

The M.2 slots on the ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi motherboard and their M.2 heatsinks

A PCIe 5.0 x16 slot awaits your next-gen graphics card. You’ll have five M.2 slots to play with, three of which are ready for top-end PCIe 5.0 SSDs. To keep your drives operating comfortably, the hefty and thick M.2 Combo-sink provides a large surface area for cooling.

A new generation of conveniences ease the building process and your everyday computing with the ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi. It starts with the PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim mechanism which makes it easy to remove the graphics card. Onboard WiFi 7 support and a high-bandwidth 5Gb Ethernet port make your PC an easy addition to your next-gen home network. You’ll find a header for hooking up a fast USB 20Gbps front-panel port with 30W USB Power Delivery. And a pair of USB4 ports give you versatile options for connecting your full setup.

ROG STRIX X870E-E GAMING WIFI
SizeATX
Memory4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5
PCIe1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16)
1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 (@x4)
Storage1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
NetworkingWi-Fi 7
1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet
AudioROG SupremeFX ALC4080 codec with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier
Rear I/O2 x USB4® 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C® with up to 30W PD Fast-charge)
10 x USB 10Gbps ports (9 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C)
Front I/O1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®)
2 x USB 5Gbps headers (support 4 USB 5Gbps ports)
3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports)
Aura3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
Cooling1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers

ROG Strix X870-F Gaming WiFi and ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WiFi

In comparison to the ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi, the ROG Strix X870-F Gaming WiFi and ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WiFi cater to builders who love the style of higher-end option but are looking for a more-mainstream feature set. Their 16+2+2 power stages make them a great fit for a CPU like the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X, and they’re primed and ready for fast DDR5 memory kits and PCIe 5.0 graphics cards and M.2 drives.

The ROG Strix X870-F Gaming WiFi motherboard

Their USB selection is pared back from the selection offered by the ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi, but they still offer more than enough connectivity for a cutting-edge battlestation. You’ll still have two onboard USB4 ports, a header for a front-panel USB 20Gbps port, and six USB 10Gbps ports to play with, along with WiFi 7 support and a 2.5Gb Ethernet port.

ROG STRIX X870-F GAMING WIFI
SizeATX
Memory4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5
PCIe1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16)
1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 (@x4)
Storage1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
NetworkingWi-Fi 7
1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet
AudioROG SupremeFX ALC4080 codec with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier
Rear I/O2 x USB4® 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C®)
6 x USB 10Gbps ports (5 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C with up to 30W PD Fast-charge)
4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A)
Front I/O1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C)
2 x USB 5Gbps headers (support 4 USB 5Gbps ports)
2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports)
Aura3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
Cooling1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers

The ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WiFi motherboard with its included WiFi Q-Antenna attached

The primary difference between the ROG Strix X870-F Gaming WiFi and the ROG Strix X870A-Gaming WiFi comes down to style: the X870-F is draped in classic black, whereas the X870-A is draped in white and silver all the way down to its PCB.

ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WIFI
SizeATX
Memory4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5
PCIe1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16)
1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 (@x4)
Storage1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
NetworkingWi-Fi 7
1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet
AudioROG SupremeFX ALC4080 codec with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier
Rear I/O2 x USB4® 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C®)
6 x USB 10Gbps ports (5 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C with up to 30W PD Fast-charge)
4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A)
Front I/O1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C)
2 x USB 5Gbps headers (support 4 USB 5Gbps ports)
2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports)
Aura3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
Cooling1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers

ROG Strix X870-I Gaming WiFi

Thanks to NVIDIA’s new SFF-Ready guidelines, it’s easier than ever to build a small-form-factor PC. When you purchase an SFF-Ready chassis and graphics card, you can be confident that your new GPU fits comfortably in the case with wiggle room for power cables and cables. To give you a feature-rich yet space saving motherboard option for a SFF build, we offer the ROG Strix X870-I Gaming WiFi.

The ROG Strix X870-I Gaming WiFi motherboard

This Mini-ITX marvel is small enough to hold with one hand, yet it’s loaded with cutting-edge features. Its innovative thermal design, including robust VRM heatsinks with a dedicated fan, an L-shaped backplate, and a fan for the M.2 and chipset heatsink, make sure that you can get the performance you desire in a space-saving design. This motherboard is ready for a pair of speedy DDR5 memory sticks, and its PCIe 5.0 x16 slot will accommodate the most powerful GPU that you can fit into your SFF case. Two onboard M.2 slots, one PCIe 5.0 and one PCIe 4.0, await your storage drives, and it’s ready for fast networking with WiFi 7 support and a 2.5Gb Ethernet port.

Two special additions make sure that the compact ROG Strix X870-I motherboard offers everything you need for your battlestation. The space-saving ROG FPS-II card gives you easy access to front-panel headers, 2 SATA ports, a header enabling CPU overvoltage, and a PCIe mode switch for legacy expansion cards.

The ROG Strix Hive II control interface

The second is the ROG Strix Hive II. This external control interface neatly addresses common challenges that PC builders face when putting together a compact Mini-ITX machine — and goes a step further by putting motherboard gaming features right at your fingertips.

The Mini-ITX form factor doesn’t provide much space for a high-end audio solution, so we (very literally) thought outside the box. The Hive houses top-shelf audio hardware with its ESS® Sabre 9260Q DAC. An integrated volume knob with press-to-mute functionality keeps you in control.

Premium audio isn’t the only trick up the ROG Strix Hive’s sleeve. It offers two USB 10Gbps ports, one USB Type-A and one USB Type-C, to give you an easy way to connect external storage and peripherals. It includes our intuitive Q-LED array so that you can quickly diagnose build problems. And you’ll even find a physical power button for your PC and a FlexKey button, as well. Building, updating, and troubleshooting a Mini-ITX PC has never been easier.

ROG STRIX X870-I GAMING WIFI
SizeMini-ITX
Memory2 x DIMM, Max. 96GB, DDR5
PCIe1 x PCIe 5.0 x16
Storage1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
NetworkingWi-Fi 7
1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet
AudioROG Strix Hive II
ESS® Sabre 9260Q DAC
Rear I/O2 x USB4® 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C®)
5 x USB 10Gbps ports (4 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
3 x USB 2.0 ports (3 x Type-A)
Front I/O1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 5Gbps header (supports 2 USB 5Gbps ports)
ROG Strix Hive II
(Total 2 Ports)
2 x USB 10Gbps port (1 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
ROG FPS Card
(Total 3 ports)
2 x USB 2.0 header(s) additional 3 USB 2.0 ports
Aura2 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
Cooling1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header(s)
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header(s)
1 x 4-pin Chassis Fan header(s)

TUF Gaming X870-Plus WiFi

Many gamers out there have a straightforward shopping list when they’re in the market for a new motherboard. They look for products with essential performance, unobtrusive style, and reliable operation that’s built to go the distance. For these PC builders, we offer the TUF Gaming X870-Plus WiFi.

The TUF Gaming X870-Plus WiFi motherboard

The TUF Gaming X870-Plus WiFi outpaces the competition with its comprehensive feature set and sturdy good looks. Its no-frills aesthetic starts with simple, clean lines and unobtrusive charcoal hues that make it easy for you to coordinate the look of your build. Badges on the integrated I/O shield and across the boards provide understated accents.

The TUF Gaming X870-Plus WiFi motherboard, a closeup of its chipset heatsink and PCIe 5.0 x16 slots

This motherboard shares many of the same next-gen features as the higher-end ROG Crosshair and ROG Strix boards. A PCIe Gen 5.0 x16 slot lets you install the highest-end graphics cards of today and tomorrow. A total of four M.2 slots, two wired for PCIe 5.0 and two for PCIe 4.0, let you set up a spacious and speedy storage system. It includes a wide array of Q-Design features, including the PCIe Slot Q-Release and our new M.2 Q-Latch. High-performance wireless networking comes courtesy of an onboard WiFi 7 module, while a Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port provides a rock-solid wired connection.

TUF GAMING X870-PLUS WIFI
SizeATX
Memory4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5
PCIe1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16)
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (@x4)
Storage2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
1 x M.2 2242/2260/2280/22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
NetworkingWi-Fi 7
1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet
AudioRealtek ALC1220P 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC
Rear I/O2 x USB4® 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C®)
3 x USB 10Gbps port (3 x Type-A)
4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A)
1 x USB 2.0 port (1 x Type-A)
Front I/O1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C® with up to 30W PD Fast-charge)
1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
Aura3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
Cooling1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
1 x W_PUMP+ header

ProArt X870E-Creator WiFi

Thus far, we’ve introduced our X870E and X870 motherboards that cater to gamers. Yet you might have ambitions for your AI PC that extend past the world of gaming. Creative professionals like engineers, designers, videographers, animators, and game developers also stand to benefit from AI-powered technologies. For you, the ProArt X870E-Creator WiFi might be the perfect fit.

The ProArt X870E-Creator WiFi motherboard

This potent motherboard offers a cutting-edge feature set laser-focused on the needs of creators. It’s ready to accelerate your work with the massive bandwidth, lightning-quick speeds, and exceptional power efficiency offered by next-generation DDR5 RAM. With PCIe 5.0 connectivity, the ProArt X870E-Creator WiFi gives you access to the fastest next-gen SSDs and GPUs. This motherboard boasts not just one, but two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots. They can operate in an x8/x8 configuration so that you can take full advantage of a pair of graphics cards. Since many creative pursuits and AI-powered apps can take full advantage of the fastest transfer speeds that they can get, we equipped this board with four onboard M.2 slots, two of which are wired for PCIe 5.0.

The M.2 heatsinks on the ProArt X870-Creator WiFi motherboard

You’ll get rich networking options with this motherboard, too. A Marvell AQtion 10Gb Ethernet port provides ultra-high-bandwidth access to resources on your local network, such as a NAS device. Additionally, this board provides WiFi 7 support and an Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet port.

The I/O panel and shroud on the ProArt X870-Creator WiFi motherboard

Many creators rely on a wide range of peripherals for their workstations. The ProArt X870E-Creator WiFi provides the high-end connectivity you need for such a setup with two onboard USB4 ports, a broad selection of high-speed USB ports, and a header for a front-panel USB 20Gbps port with 30W USB Power Delivery 3.0 and Quick Charge 4+.

Creators often need their PC to communicate professionalism when they meet with clients. The ProArt X870E-Creator WiFi offers a sophisticated, elegant style with its subdued color theme and minimalist design touches. It’s a perfect fit with the full ProArt ecosystem of PC cases, AIO liquid coolers, graphics cards, and more.

ProArt X870E-CREATOR WIFI
SizeATX
Memory4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5
PCIe2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16 or x8/x8)
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (@x4)
Storage2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
NetworkingWi-Fi 7
1 x Marvell® AQtion 10Gb Ethernet
1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet
AudioRealtek S1220A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC
Graphics I/O1 x HDMI port
2 x USB4® (40Gbps) ports support USB Type-C® display outputs
Rear I/O2 x USB4® 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C)
1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C®)
7 x USB 10Gbps ports (7 x Type-A)
1 x USB 2.0 port (1 x Type-A)
Front I/O1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C with up to 30W PD/ Quick Charge 4+)
1 x USB 5Gbps header (supports 2 USB 5Gbps ports)
3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports)
Aura3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
Cooling1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers

Prime X870-P WiFi and Prime X870-P

For years, many PC builders have sworn by reliable performance, rich features, and unobtrusive design of ASUS Prime motherboards. The Prime X870-P WiFi and Prime X870-P motherboards carry this legacy forward by providing everything you need for a great experience with AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPUs.

The Prime X870-P WiFi motherboard

Built for DDR5 memory kits, armed with a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, and equipped with two USB4 ports, these motherboards are ready for next-gen hardware. Four M.2 slots, including one that’s wired for PCIe 5.0, let you set up a high-speed storage array. If wireless networking is a must-have, grab the WiFi 7-equipped Prime X870-P WiFi; otherwise, the Prime X870-P stands ready with its 2.5Gb Ethernet port.

The IO shroud and rear IO panel of the ASUS Prime X870-P WiFi.

The Prime X870-P WiFi and Prime X870-P are a perfect aesthetic match for the all-new Prime LC 360 ARGB AIO liquid cooler, but their understated design makes them a comfortable fit in a wide range of builds. Subtle sci-fi design touches give them a unique personality in our lineup, yet their overall black-and-white aesthetic never feels out of place.

PRIME X870-P WIFIPRIME X870-P
SizeATX
Memory4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5
PCIe1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16)
3 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (@x1)
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16)
2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (@x1)
Storage1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
1 x M.2 2242/2260/2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 3.0 x2)
NetworkingWi-Fi 7
1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet
1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet
AudioRealtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC
Rear I/O2 x USB4® 40Gbps ports (2 x USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 10Gbps port (1 x Type-A)
3 x USB 5Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)
4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)
Front I/O1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
Aura3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
Cooling1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers

Your new AI PC awaits

More than any other component, your motherboard sets the foundation for what you’ll be able to accomplish with your next PC. ASUS X870E and X870 motherboards equip you to harness the power of highest-performance consumer CPUs and GPUs on the market today. Versatile connectivity, plentiful high-speed M.2 slots, and cutting-edge networking options ensure that you’re able to build out a complete PC setup that’s just as next-gen as your processor. On top of all that, you get our latest features that streamline your build process and a host of smart one-click optimization tools.

Four ASUS X870E/X870 motherboards arranged on a table

With an AI PC powered by an ASUS X870E/X870 motherboard and an AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPU, there’s no telling what you’ll be able to accomplish next. For build ideas and in-depth coverage of our latest hardware, click here to visit the PC DIY portal on Edge Up. To be among the first to hear about our latest products, use the “Subscribe to Our Newsletter” tool at the top of this page to get a brief email when we post new announcements. For even more information on our X870 motherboard family, click here.

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