The refined and upgraded ASUS AM5 motherboard lineup offers new choices for every PC builder

The latest AMD Ryzen CPUs maintain compatibility with the tried-and-true AM5 CPU socket, but we’re not willing to wait for a new platform to get our latest designs in your hands. Today, we’re ready to pull the wraps off a refreshed and refined lineup of ASUS AM5 motherboards. With models from ROG Crosshair, ROG Strix, TUF Gaming, and ProArt covering the X870E, X870 and B850 chipsets, there’s something for everyone.

There’s a lot to talk about with the new motherboards. We’re debuting a new wire-free technology for hooking up an AIO CPU liquid cooler, enhanced memory performance, big changes to the UEFI BIOS, bold new visual designs, innovative new ways to streamline your building process, and much more. Here, we’ll give you a high-level view of all the new motherboard options and features. Follow the links for more in-depth coverage on each topic and product.

PCIe lane layouts optimized for today’s PC users

With any motherboard, the number of available PCIe lanes is limited by the CPU platform. The question is how that motherboard allocates the lanes available to it. For the latest ASUS AM5 motherboards, we’re optimizing our PCIe lane layouts to give users a smoother experience as they install and connect more devices and components.

Click here if you’re interested in learning more about PCIe lanes, bifurcation, and lane sharing, but here’s the short version. To make sure that mainstream gamers can rapidly expand their library without compromising graphics card performance, we’re refining the layout of boards like the ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi7 Neo. With this board, users can install two PCIe 5.0 M.2 SSDs and 3 PCIe 4.0 M.2s SSDs while still running their graphics card in PCIe 5.0 x16 mode. This is made possible by sharing bandwidth between the USB4 ports and the second M.2 slot.

Other boards in the lineup make even more advanced configurations possible. The new ROG Crosshair X870E Glacial allows for exceptional versatility. For high-end gaming and streaming setups, the board lets users enjoy the full bandwidth of the first PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and two PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots while still allowing the second PCIe slot to run at PCIe 3.0 x4, ensuring maximum gaming performance while leaving sufficient bandwidth on the table for a capture card in the second slot. For those going all-in on performance, the Glacial allows for installation of up to 7 M.2 SSDs using the two included add-in cards.

Select options to empower multi-GPU creative and AI workstations. The ProArt B850-Creator WiFi Neo, ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero, and ROG Crosshair X870E Glacial all offer a pair of PCIe x16 slots that can run in x8/x8 configurations to allow for a smooth experience in this scenario.

A leap forward in memory performance

The ongoing DDR5 revolution brought jaw-dropping increases to memory bandwidth and capacity, paving the way for power users to crush memory-related bottlenecks. Now, we’re able to offer even better memory support on the AM5 platform.

Through a series of optimizations for our PCB design, we’re able to offer wider compatibility with higher-end DDR5 memory kits. The ROG Crosshair X870E Glacial and ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero get the most premium upgrades in this regard, including the implementation of a server-grade ultra-low-etch process, a specialized PCB treatment that improves material uniformity and layer flatness. By enhancing the grounding structure design, we’re able to improve return path continuity, reduce noise interference, and optimize grounding signal alignment to boost signal transmission stability.

Other manufacturing optimizations for the two new Crosshair boards include PCB back drilling, which limits interference, noise, and crosstalk between the connection layers of a high-performance PCB. Two-ounce copper power planes, which you’ll find in our latest ROG Crosshair and ROG Strix motherboards, ensure that current flows with less resistance and heat spreads more evenly. Across all our new designs, including the models from TUF Gaming and ProArt, you’ll reap the advantages of eight-layer motherboards, including quieter signal behavior and steadier performance under pressure.

In select boards, these optimizations join forces with NitroPath DRAM Technology, a rework of the traditional DRAM slot that provides smoother signal transmission with less noise and reflection for an overall improved experience with high-end memory kits. AEMP profiles make it easy to optimize memory performance, even with PMIC-restricted memory modules that do not provide an XMP or EXPO profile. DIMM Fit and DIMM Fit Pro stand ready for users looking to achieve higher memory overclocking frequencies, working to resolve compatibility concerns, or trying to troubleshoot a memory kit that isn’t getting up to speed.

That’s all a bit technical, but the results are very practical. With the latest ASUS AM5 motherboards, you’ll enjoy wider compatibility with DDR5 memory kits, giving you access to larger capacities and higher frequencies. If you’d like to dig into more details, click here.

On top of that, we’ve been working closely with memory partners to support 4-rank memory configurations, with G.SKILL on the AMD X870E platform and ADATA on the Intel® Z890 platform. At CES 2026, we’re showing off some demo 4-rank memory kits with the ROG Crosshair X870E Apex and ROG Maximus Z890 Apex motherboards. The higher per-DIMM capacity of 4-rank modules is very promising for heavy workloads like data-intensive AI, engineering, and content creation tasks, as it maintains strong transfer efficiency and low latency under demanding conditions while supporting extreme multitasking. We’ll keep you posted on this in-development memory type, and the ASUS hardware you’ll need to access it.

A refined BIOS UI with expanded ROM capacity

Seasoned PC building veterans don’t sweat a quick trip to the UEFI BIOS to tweak a setting or apply a new optimization. For newcomers, though, the thought of opening up the UEFI can seem pretty intimidating. To give the next generation of hardware enthusiasts a more frictionless experience with optimizing their PC, we’re deploying a new BIOS UI with our latest ASUS AM5 motherboards.

The new EZ Mode interface adopts familiar, modern design language that’s well-aligned with performance-tuning Windows apps like GPU Tweak III. It puts easy-to-read monitoring information and commonly used functions front-and-center. All told, EZ Mode is now a one-stop interface for the UEFI functions used by the majority of our users. For easy first-time setup, we’ve also included Essential Mode. On this page, users will be able to view key system information and access the most commonly used overclocking functions, all without digging through menus that often require more expertise. The Advanced Mode will remain for when you need more granular control over your system.

Here’s another upgrade that will be appreciated by newcomers and veterans alike: we’re doubling the ROM capacity of the latest ASUS AM5 motherboards from 32MB to 64MB. The extra storage space not only gives us the ability to provide out-of-the-box support for the latest AMD CPUs, but it also allows us to include pre-installed WiFi drivers for a more streamlined experience as you install your operating system.

Future BIOS updates might require us to allocate more of this space for CPU support, limiting our ability to store the WiFi driver on-board. But we’ll include the driver as long as space permits.

Building your own PC is easier than ever

We look at every generation of motherboard as a fresh opportunity to streamline the process of building a PC. Click here for a closer look at our latest innovations, but here’s a quick rundown of some of the features you’ll see as you browse our latest AM5 motherboard options:

• AIO Q-Connector: Most AIO CPU liquid cooler designs require two visible wires, presenting a challenge to builders who prioritize clean cable management. Select ASUS AM5 motherboards use a wire-free AIO connection design that works seamlessly with compatible AIO CPU liquid coolers, significantly reducing cable clutter. You’ll find our first compatible coolers in the all-new ROG Strix LC IV series APU CPU liquid cooler lineup. Click here to learn more.

• New PCIe Slot Q-Release upgrades: As the heatsinks and backplates of graphics cards have gotten larger and thicker over the years, we’ve worked hard to replace the old, hard-to-reach plastic latch. The ROG Crosshair X870E Glacial has a special mechanism that makes it easier than even to remove graphics cards for maintenance or an upgrade — click here to check it out.
• 3D VC M.2 Heatsink: To make sure that your PCIe 5.0 M.2 SSD stays cooler under pressure, we’re going vertical with an M.2 heatsink that offers a larger heat dissipation area through a 3D vapor chamber, and easy installation with a tool-free design.
• ROG Memory Q-Fan: To tame the heat produced by high-performance DDR5 memory, the ROG Crosshair X870E Glacial includes an ROG Memory Q-Fan. This fan snaps into place magnetically, no tiny screws required, and directs a stream of cooling air between the memory modules.

• Tool-free installation with the ROG Q-DIMM.2 and ROG Hyper M.2 Card: Refined versions of these add-in cards, available with select ASUS AM5 motherboards, now feature a screw-less design that simplifies installation.
• Easy installation for M.2 drives and heatsinks: We’re expanding our motherboard options with M.2 Q-Release heatsinks, M.2 Q-Latch tool-free drive installation, and M.2 Q-Slide. Together, these features make it easy to install drives of varying lengths without the need for a screwdriver.
• More options with USB Fast-Charge: Your PC could be a convenient charging station for your smartphone or other devices — if it offered a port that could deliver sufficient wattage. In our new AM5 motherboard lineup, you’ll find many options that allow you to set up a front-panel USB Type-C port with up to 60W Quick Charge 4+.
• 64MB BIOS. We’re doubling the ROM capacity of the latest ASUS AM5 motherboards, giving us room to include pre-installed WiFi drivers.

• MLO Wizard. Multi-Link Operation (MLO) is one of the major draws of WiFi 7, as it allows devices and routers to connect simultaneously via multiple bands for exceptional performance or reliability. To help you get the most out of this feature, we’re rolling out MLO Wizard. This new feature in Armoury Crate identifies whether your system supports MLO, diagnoses any limitations that might prevent you from using MLO, and displays the current connection speed on any active bands.
• More USB 2.0 headers. We’re making it easier to connect front-panel ports, AIO CPU liquid coolers with built-in displays, and fan controllers by offering many new options with three USB 2.0 headers rather than the standard two. Click here for more info on how you might use these headers.

Please note that not all these features appear on all ASUS AM5 motherboards. Read on to find out which motherboards ship with the features that you’re looking for.

ROG Crosshair motherboards accept no limitations

Looks like we’re due for an anniversary celebration: twenty years ago, we launched the original ROG Crosshair motherboard. This groundbreaking board kicked off a series of components that relentlessly pushed the boundaries of design and performance to deliver true enthusiast-grade products for gamers who demand more.

That tradition of excellence is carried forward by the all-new ROG Crosshair X870E Glacial and ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero. There’s a lot to unpack with these top-shelf boards — click here for a full rundown — but here’s a teaser.

The all-new ROG Crosshair X870E Glacial, a 2026 CES Innovation Award honoree, seizes pole position as our new flagship motherboard. Melding supreme performance, incredible connectivity, and an unmatched visual design, this board is tailored for builders who seek ultimate functionality and a bold, pristine look. With the Glacial, you’ll be able to unleash high-performance hardware thanks to a beefed-up 24(110A) +2(110A) +2 power solution, 3D VC M.2 Heatsink, and a full suite of ROG overclocking technologies. Dual 10G Ethernet ports, WiFi 7, and USB4 headline its connectivity selection. You’ll also enjoy access to our new wire-free AIO CPU liquid cooler design with the AIO Q-Connector.

The white-and-silver colorway of the ROG Crosshair X870E Glacial might be enough to make the board stand out from the crowd all on its own, but we didn’t stop there. Magnetically attached armor pieces give the board a pristine aesthetic from edge to edge while providing easy access to ports and headers during installation. A massive full-color 5-inch LCD display provides endless customization options.

The ROG Crosshair X870E Dark Hero is the yin to the Glacial’s yang, embracing the shadows with a smoldering black aesthetic. The multidimensional Polymo Lighting II module brings color to the I/O shroud. But this is no mere aesthetic update to the existing ROG Crosshair X870E Hero. The Dark Hero takes performance to a new level with a bolstered power solution, optimized PCIe lane design, and higher-bandwidth wired networking. Its 3D VC M.2 Heatsink tames the heat of your primary drive, and you’ll be able to use this board with our new wire-free AIO CPU liquid coolers, as well.

ROG Strix Neo motherboards set the standard for gaming enthusiasts

ROG Crosshair motherboards cater to hardcore gamers who dare to have it all, but perhaps some of their cutting-edge features look more like luxuries than necessities for your next gaming rig. Check out the ROG Strix Neo motherboards. Equipped for premium gaming experiences, designed for an effortless build process, and styled for showcase rigs, these motherboards are several cuts above ordinary. Today, we’re ready to pull the wraps off of four new ROG Strix motherboards. Follow this link for a thorough introduction to each model, but here’s a sneak peek.

As the highest-performance Strix board, the ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi7 Neo blurs the boundaries between premium and mainstream. We’ve redesigned the PCIe lane configuration so that you can install up to five M.2 SSDs — two PCIe 5.0 and three PCIe 4.0 — while still running your graphics card full-tilt in PCIe 5.0 x16 mode. It includes our AIO Q-Connector for access to wire-free ROG AIO CPU liquid coolers. Beefed up memory overclocking support and NitroPath DRAM Technology team up to give you effortless memory performance. And it’s a perfect fit for your showcase build, too, with its black hues and Polymo Lighting module on the I/O shroud.

Maybe you’d prefer the luxurious stylings of a white motherboard instead. The ROG Strix X870E-A Gaming WiFi7 Neo maintains the AIO Q-Connector, refined PCIe lane configuration, and enhanced memory overclocking capabilities of the ROG Strix X870E-E Gaming WiFi7 Neo while leaning into a pristine white-and-silver colorway.

Many gamers find that an AMD B-series motherboard gives them everything that they need for an AMD gaming PC and nothing that they don’t. We’re deploying two new ROG Strix motherboards into this space: the ROG Strix B850-F Gaming WiFi7 Neo and the ROG Strix B850-A Gaming WiFi7 Neo.

These two boards offer a broadly similar feature set that gives you a straightforward pathway to gaming glory on the AMD platform. As we developed these boards, we put a premium on delivering a supremely easy out-of-the-box experience. You’ll enjoy a completely tool-free installation experience with multiple M.2 slots, an easy mechanism for removing a graphics card, our new streamlined BIOS UI, and a wide-ranging USB selection. Both are great choices for users who need lots of convenient spots to plug in USB devices, as they offer three USB 2.0 headers and support for up to four front-panel USB Type-A ports and a USB 20Gbps Type-C port.

Your decision between these two boards might come down to style. The ROG Strix B850-F Gaming WiFi7 Neo is draped in classic black, while the ROG Strix B850-A Gaming WiFi7 Neo is draped in white and silver.

TUF Gaming Neo motherboards serve up no-frills gaming thrills

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 rock-solid operation. For these PC builders, we offer TUF Gaming motherboards.

Two new TUF Gaming AM5 motherboard options advance the series forward. First up is the TUF Gaming X870-Pro WiFi7 W Neo. This white-and-silver motherboard offers a refined PCIe lane loadout. You can achieve the full bandwidth of the first PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and two PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots while the USB4® (40Gbps) ports are not in use. We’ve bolstered its wired networking credentials with a 5G Ethernet port, and you’ll enjoy niceties like NitroPath DRAM technology, USB4 ports, and a header ready to connect a front-panel USB 20Gbps Type-C port with USB Power Delivery 3.0.

Gamers who prefer B-series AMD motherboards don’t have to miss out on the snowy white fun. The TUF Gaming B850-Pro WiFi7 W Neo is draped in the same hues as its older brother. Armed with a low-loss 8-layer PCB, a robust power solution, enhanced memory overclocking capabilities, and build-streamlining features like our tool-free M.2 Q-Release heatsink, this board delivers outstanding value.

As an added bonus, the TUF Gaming X870-Pro WiFi7 W Neo and TUF Gaming B850-Pro WiFi7 W Neo mark the first time that our users can access Asynchronous Clock on a TUF Gaming motherboard. This feature allows you to isolate your CPU’s base clock (BCLK) from the clock signals controlling other components like memory and the Infinity Fabric, potentially allowing you to raise BCLK higher than you could otherwise.

There’s much more to talk about with these gaming-first motherboards. Click here for a full rundown.

The ProArt B850-Creator WiFi Neo motherboard is multi-GPU ready

Look at the desktop PCs used by creative professionals and AI developers, and you’ll see incredible range. Some go all-in on the high-end desktop space with workstation-class hardware. Other systems rely on much more modest CPU processing power, leaning on a dual-GPU setup to deliver the specialized performance needed for their workflows.

The new ProArt B850-Creator WiFi Neo caters to the latter group of PC users. This motherboard gives you a value-oriented option that’s multi-GPU ready with its pair of PCIe 5.0 x16 slots ready to run in an x8/x8 configuration. Dual 5G Ethernet ports offer advanced networking options, and an onboard USB 10Gbps Type-C port with DP Alt Mode makes it easy to connect a USB Type-C display. All this, and the motherboard is draped in our signature minimalist ProArt aesthetic that eschews RGB LED illumination in favor of professional good looks. Click here to learn more about this creator-focused motherboard.

Other resources for picking a motherboard in 2025

Considering that your motherboard affects every part of your experience with a PC in ways large and small, there’s a lot to consider as you pick your next motherboard. To help you make an informed decision, we maintain a robust and always-growing set of resources here on Edge Up. Here are some recent posts that you might find useful:

• AM5 motherboard guide: build an AMD gaming PC with boards from ROG and TUF Gaming. Looking for even more motherboard options for your AMD gaming build? Here’s a top-to-bottom look at the best options from ROG and TUF Gaming.
• Motherboard sizes in 2025: learn how to pick between ATX vs microATX vs Mini-ITX and more. If you’re new to the PC building space, check out this explainer on the most common motherboards sizes available today.
• The best CPU for your gaming PC might not be the one you expect. When you’re picking a CPU for a gaming PC, it’s tempting to go straight to the top for one of the best models available. But depending on the graphics card you’re using, a more affordable CPU might be the smarter play.
• Your AI chatbot, running on your PC? ASUS AI Cache Boost makes it possible for a wide audience. Working with large language models can easily tax the VRAM capacity of your system, but this easy-to-use ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature mitigates the performance hit that comes with oversaturating your graphics card’s VRAM.
• Should I overclock my gaming PC? Thoughts and tips on performance tuning in 2025 and beyond. The field of overclocking has changed rapidly in recent years thanks to changes in CPU architecture. Here’s some straight talk on when and where CPU overclocking is still relevant in 2025 — and some suggestions for other game-changing performance optimizations that you might consider instead.
• Balance in all things: tips and tricks for picking PC components that work together well. PC parts don’t work in isolation. When you plan ahead for how your PC components work together, you can avoid common build problems like performance bottlenecks, ensure that you’re not overspending on any single component, and get the overall experience that you’re looking for with your new PC.
• Motherboard power solutions: what they are, why they matter, and how to select between your options. Motherboard power solutions do the dirty, often unrecognized work of delivering power to your CPU. But not all motherboard power solutions are made the same. To make sure that you’re selecting a motherboard that’s right-sized for your next PC, we’ve put together this quick guide to help you find the motherboard with the best power solution for you.

Find the best motherboard for gaming here

More than any other component, your motherboard sets the foundation for what you’ll be able to accomplish with your next PC. ASUS AM5 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 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.

With a PC powered by an ASUS X870E, X870s, or B850 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 AM5 motherboard family, click here.