Asus ROG Crosshair X870E HERO ATX Gaming Motherboard

Unleash the full potential of AMD Ryzen™ 9000, 8000, and 7000 Series processors with the ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E HERO ATX Gaming Motherboard—a platform built for high-end overclocking, AI-enhanced performance, and future-proof connectivity. This AI PC-ready motherboard boasts an advanced 18+2+2 power stage design, featuring 110A-rated power stages and reinforced thermal solutions to ensure clean, stable power delivery under the most demanding workloads. Its signature Polymo Lighting II I/O shroud adds dynamic RGB brilliance to your rig, delivering not only elite performance but also unmistakable ROG style.

With Dynamic OC Switcher, users can seamlessly toggle between Precision Boost Overdrive and manual overclocks based on workload intensity, while Overclocking Load Guard prevents instability during extreme performance pushes. The Crosshair X870E HERO takes memory tuning further with support for DDR5 speeds up to 8600+ MT/s (OC), NitroPath DRAM Technology, and ASUS-exclusive Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) for PMIC-restricted DIMMs. DIMM Fit further ensures compatibility and stability by analyzing module characteristics for optimal configuration—making it ideal for overclockers, gamers, and creative professionals alike.

Built for speed, the motherboard offers five M.2 slots, including PCIe 5.0 support for next-gen NVMe SSDs, and dual PCIe 5.0 x16 slots for powerful GPU configurations. It features Wi-Fi 7, Realtek 5Gb and 2.5Gb Ethernet, and dual USB4® Type-C® (40Gbps) ports for ultrafast data transfers, along with front USB Type-C® with 60W Power Delivery for high-speed charging and device support. These high-performance specs are complemented by seamless Thunderbolt™ 4 video output, giving users the ability to connect external 8K displays or ultra-fast storage drives without compromise.

Thermal management is finely tuned with expansive VRM heatsinks, hybrid fan headers, and AI Cooling II, which intelligently balances noise and thermals with a single click. DIY builders will appreciate ASUS Q-Design for simplified assembly and error-free installation. Sync your RGB components using Aura Sync to achieve a cohesive visual setup, and enjoy pristine audio with ESS® ES9219 QUAD DAC and SupremeFX Shielding Technology. Whether you're chasing competitive edge, professional-grade production, or cutting-edge AI performance, the ROG Crosshair X870E HERO delivers unrivaled control and power for next-gen PC builds.

FEATURES:

• Built for AMD Ryzen 9000,8000, and 7000 series to deliver high-end performance and efficiency


• 18(110A)+2(110A)+2(80A) Power Stages ensure stable power delivery


• PCIe® 5.0 M.2 slots offer ultra-fast storage speeds with support for next-gen NVMe SSDs


• DDR5 memory support provides enhanced bandwidth and improved power efficiency


• Wi-Fi 7, 2.5GB, and 5Gb Ethernet, reliable low-latency networking


• USB4® (40Gbps) Type-C® rear ports and front panel Type-C port with 60W PD power connectivity


• ASUS Q-Design and EZ PC DIY for easily connecting and customizing your hardware


• I/O Zone Polymo Lighting II for a unique lighting experience


• AI Networking II and AI Cooling II Technologies

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Socket: AM5


• CPU: Supports AMD Socket AM5 for AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors


• Chipset: AMD X870E Chipset


• DDR5 Memory: Support DDR5 up to 8200+MT/s(OC) with Ryzen™ 9000 Series Processors, 8600+MT/s(OC) with Ryzen™ 8000 Series Processors, 8000+MT/s(OC) with Ryzen™ 7000 Series Processors, ECC and Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory, supports AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO^™), supports ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP), NitroPath DRAM Technology


• Memory Channel: Dual


• DIMM Slots: 4


• Max Memory (GB): 256


• PCI-E 5.0 x16: 2


• SATA 6G: 4


• M.2 Slot: 5


• LAN: 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet, 1 x Realtek 5Gb Ethernet, ASUS LANGuard


• Wireless and Bluetooth: Wi-Fi 7, 2×2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band, Bluetooth v5.4


• USB Ports Rear:
  
  
  
  • 2 x USB4® (40Gbps) ports (2 x USB Type-C®)
  
  
  • 8 x USB 10Gbps ports (6 x Type-A + 2 x USB Type-C®)
  
  
  
  


• USB Ports Front:
  
  
  
  • 1 x USB 20Gbps (supports USB Type-C® with up to 60W PD/QC4+)*
  
  
  • 1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®)
  
  
  • 2 x USB 5Gbps headers support 4 additional USB 5Gbps ports
  
  
  • 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
  
  
  • USB Type-C® power delivery output: max. 5V/3A
  
  
  
  


• Audio ports (Rear): ESS® ES9219 QUAD DAC, SupremeFX Shielding Technology, Gold-plated audio jacks, Rear optical S/PDIF out port


• HDMI: 1


• USB4® (40Gbps): 2


• DirectX: 12


• Form Factor: ATX


• Operating System: Support for Windows® 11

WHAT'S IN THE BOX:

• Asus ROG Crosshair X870E HERO ATX Gaming Motherboard – Black x1


• SATA 6Gb/s Cables x4


• Asus Wi-Fi Q-Antenna x1


• Q-connector x1


• M.2 Q-Latch package x2


• M.2 Q-Slide package x3


• M.2 rubber package x5


• ROG Bottle Opener x1


• USB drive with utilities and drivers x1


• Quick Start Guide x1

36 Months Warranty

Our products are covered by a manufacturer’s warranty ranging from 6 months up to a lifetime, subject to the specific item. For detailed warranty information, kindly enquire with our support team.

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