Since its founding in 2006, the Republic of Gamers has empowered elite overclockers to break the outer limits that define PC performance. Through generation after generation of ROG motherboards, we’ve helped the world’s most skilled OCers reach the top of the leaderboards. Today, we’re proud to announce that overclockers have used the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero to launch the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X CPU to new heights, achieving five global first place benchmarks along the way.
Built to perform
The ROG Crosshair X870E Hero bears the fruit of years of technological innovation. It’s no surprise that it caught the attention of the world’s premiere overclockers.
Its record-breaking feature set starts with a muscular power solution. Raw power enters the board through dual 8-pin ProCool II power connectors. The solid pins in these connectors ensure a snug and reliable connection to the EPS 12V power lines, improved heat dissipation, and better reliability over standard hardware.
The massive VRM features 18+2+2 power stages. The 18 stages dedicated to Vcore are SPS units, each rated to handle up to 110 amps. Input and output filtering is provided by solid-polymer 10K black metallic capacitors selected for their ability to shrug off high operating temperatures. Each power stage is accompanied by a high-permeability MicroFine alloy choke rated to handle 45 amps.
The ROG Crosshair X870E Hero keeps its VRM operating comfortably under pressure with a cooling solution that’s built from end to end for excellent heat dissipation. High-conductivity thermal pads quickly transfer heat away from the power stages. By itself, the VRM heatsink is a beefy unit, but we increase its surface area even further by connecting it to the aluminum I/O cover via an embedded heatpipe.
A growing cabinet of trophies
Using the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero and an exotic cooling setup, famed overclocker Elmor was able to take the top-of-the-line AMD Ryzen 9 9950X to the stratosphere, achieving a CPU frequency of 7548.68MHz.
| Benchmark | Record | Overclocker |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 3 Multi-Core | 170646 points (Global First Place) | SAFEDISK |
| 7-Zip | 321970 MIPS (Global First Place) | SAFEDISK |
| Cinebench R20 | 23550 pts (Global First Place) | SAFEDISK |
| Cinebench R23 | 60798 pts (Global First Place) | SAFEDISK |
| HWBOT x265 Benchmark - 4k | 77.57 (Global First Place) | SAFEDISK |
| CPU Frequency | 7548.68MHz (First Place) | Elmor |
SAFEDISK put the powerhouse combo of the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero motherboard and AMD Ryzen 9 9950X CPU to work on a variety of benchmarks, and walked away with five global first place records for their troubles. The jaw-dropping scores in Geekbench 3 Multi-Core and the HWBOT x265 Benchmark, in particular, showcase the multithreaded capabilities of this setup.
Not just for professional overclockers
Even if you don’t have a liquid nitrogen pot in your shopping cart, the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero is a standout option for your next build. It’s the perfect partner for any builder looking to capitalize on the excellent multi-core performance of AMD’s latest Ryzen 9000 Series CPUs.
Advanced BIOs features like Dynamic OC Switcher and Core Flex give enthusiasts granular control over CPU performance, but this motherboard also empowers everyday builders with easy optimization options. With AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, and AI Networking II on hand, you’ll be able to unleash your CPU, minimize fan noise, and ensure optimal networking connections, all with just a couple clicks.
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. Five 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 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.
| ROG CROSSHAIR X870E HERO | |
|---|---|
| Size | ATX |
| Memory | 4 x DIMM, Max. 192GB, DDR5 |
| PCIe | 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (@x16 or @x8/x8 or x8/x4/x4) |
| Storage | 3 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4) 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4) SlimSAS connector (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| Networking | Wi-Fi 7 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet 1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet |
| Audio | ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4082 ESS® ES9219 Quad DAC |
| Rear I/O | 2 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/O | 1 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) |
| Aura | 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers |
| Cooling | 1 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 |
| Availability (US) | ASUS Newegg Amazon Best Buy B&H Micro Center |
| Availability (CA) | ASUS Newegg Best Buy Memory Express |
A full lineup of X870 motherboards
As the overclocking records achieved by SAFEDISK and Elmor show, the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero motherboard provides a premium platform for high-performance computing. But it’s just one option from our full X870E and X870 motherboard lineup. Through our wide variety of options from our ROG, TUF Gaming, ProArt, and Prime motherboard families, we cater to the needs of every kind of PC builder. Click here to learn more about our X870 motherboards.