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The AI PC-ready ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero offers unyielding power delivery, robust thermal management, hyperspeed connectivity, comprehensive PCIE 5.0 and DDR5 to unleash the performance of AMD Ryzen™ 9000 Series processors. Dark hues predominate across this motherboard, drawing your attention to premium metallic textures, nickel-plated surfaces, sleek contours.
Ready for Advanced AI PC: Designed for the future of AI computing, with the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications
AMD AM5 Socket: Ready for AMD Ryzen 9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors
Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking, and AEMP to simplify setup and improve performance
ROG Overclocking Technologies: Dynamic OC Switcher, Core Flex, Asynchronous Clock and PBO Enhancement
Robust Power Solution: 18(110A)+2(110A)+2 power stages with ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes and premium metallic capacitors
Optimized Thermal Design: Massive heatsinks integrated with the I/O cover, joined by an L-shaped heatpipe and connected to the power stages with high-conductivity thermal pads
Latest M.2 Support: Three onboard PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots and two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all with substantial cooling solutions
Abundant Connectivity: Dual USB4 Type-C ports, two USB 20Gbps Type-C front-panel connectors (one featuring Quick Charge 4+ support for up to 60W, and USB Wattage Watcher), eight additional USB 10Gbps ports, SlimSAS connector with PCIe 4.0 x4 support, two PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots, HDMI port
High-Performance Networking: On-board Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna, Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet and Realtek 5 Gb Ethernet
DIY Friendly Design: PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, new M.2 Q-Latch, M.2 Q-Release, M.2 Q-Slide, Q-Antenna, Q-Dashboard, Q-Code, Q-LED, FlexKey button, Start button, BIOS FlashBack button, Clear CMOS button and pre-mounted I/O shield
Customers say
Customers find the motherboard to be a great AM5 board that’s easy to install everything with, and appreciate its stability with no build issues. The functionality and value for money receive mixed feedback – while some say it performs well and is worth the price, others report it won’t work and consider it not worth the premium price. The wifi connectivity and memory slots also get mixed reviews, with some praising the numerous M.2 slots while others report Ethernet issues and memory compatibility problems.