Featuring a sleek white PCB and support for AMD Ryzen™ 9000 Series processors, this motherboard delivers the power and connectivity needed for advanced AI applications. With DDR5 support, full PCIe 5.0 capabilities, dual USB4® ports, and WiFi 7, it’s the ultimate blend of style and performance.

• 16+2+2 power stages
• Dynamic OC Switcher
• Core Flex
• DDR5 support with AEMP
• WiFi 7 with ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
• 4 M.2 slots
• PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots with PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim
• 2 USB4 ports
• USB 10Gbps Type-C with PD 3.0 up to 30W
• AI Overclocking
• AI Cooling II
• AI Networking II
• Aura Sync RGB lighting

Asus AI Intelligence

• AI Overclocking—ASUS AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration and push the system to its limits.
• AI Networking II—AI Networking II combines intelligent technologies to continuously optimize network performance, provide trustworthy and seamless connectivity, and unleash the full speed of WiFi 7.
• AI Cooling II—Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click.

Overclocking

• Dynamic OC Switcher: This feature maximizes CPU performance by allowing you to set current and temperature thresholds. It automatically switches between manual overclocking for heavy multithreaded workloads and Precision Boost Overdrive for single-threaded tasks. The latest Overclocking Load Guard includes an improved instantaneous current protection mechanism to prevent system crashes during overclocking.
• Core Flex: This allows you to push limits further by controlling clock, power, and thermals in innovative ways. You can maximize the base clock during lighter loads and set breakpoints to reduce CPU core frequency as temperature or current increases. The system supports multiple user-controlled functions to independently manipulate power, current, and temperature limits, enabling tailored CPU performance.
• Asynchronous Clock: The ROG Strix X870-A features a built-in clock generator that isolates the CPU base clock from memory, PCIe, and Infinity Fabric speeds. This allows you to push CPU performance to its limits while maintaining stability across related clock domains.
• PBO Enhancement: AMD Precision Boost Overdrive (PBO) increases the CPU’s current and voltage budget to opportunistically boost performance. By aggressively tuning the PBO parameters, AMD’s algorithm can leverage the motherboard’s robust power solution to enhance performance even further.

Memory

• DDR5 Domination – The Strix X870-A is primed and ready for enthusiast-grade kits courtesy of vast AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) support.
• AEMP – ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) is an exclusive firmware feature for PMIC-restricted memory modules.

Cooling

• M.2 Backplate: An integrated backplate ensures high-performance drives deliver peak performance, even with restricted airflow.
• M.2 Heatsinks: Heatsinks cover every slot to maintain optimal temperatures for onboard NVME SSDs, ensuring consistent performance and reliability.
• VRM Heatsink Array: Two thick VRM heatsinks are connected by a heat pipe, sharing cooling capacity and providing ample surface area to meet the power demands of high-performance AMD Ryzen 9000 Series processors.
• High-conductivity Thermal Pads: Quality thermal pads between power stages and heatsinks enhance heat transfer and lower VRM operating temperatures.
• CPU Fan Headers: A pair of dedicated PWM/DC fan headers offers easy access for CPU coolers.
• AIO Pump Fan Header: A dedicated PWM/DC header is available for self-contained water-cooling setups.
• 4-pin Fan Headers: The Strix X870-A includes five chassis fan headers, each supporting auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.

Leading Connectivity

• WiFi 7: The revolutionary WiFi 7 is up to 4.8 times faster than standard WiFi 6, leveraging 320 MHz channels on the 6GHz band and 4K QAM. Multi-Link Operation (MLO) enhances connection stability and lowers latency, improving gaming, streaming, and industrial IoT experiences.
• ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna: Dual transceivers support the 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz bands for faster throughput, with directional sensitivity that improves signal quality and extends coverage.
• Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet: Onboard Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet boosts wired connection speeds to 2.5 times faster than standard Ethernet, ideal for fast file transfers, low-latency gaming, and high-resolution video streaming.
• PCIe 5.0: The Strix X870-A fully supports PCIe 5.0, featuring a topmost x16 expansion slot protected by a SafeSlot retention bracket for heavy graphics cards. Two onboard M.2 slots offer blazing 16 GB/s read and write speeds, while others provide 8 GB/s transfers, all covered with substantial heatsinks to dissipate heat from next-gen drives.
• Dual USB4 Ports: Each USB4 port delivers up to 40 Gbps of bidirectional bandwidth for super-speed devices, with support for up to 8K output from one port or dual 4K displays from both.
• USB Wattage Watcher: This feature lets users monitor the wattage delivered to devices connected to the USB 10Gbps Type-C rear I/O port, providing real-time updates on charging wattage and Fast-Charging status.
• Dolby Atmos: ROG and Dolby have partnered to enhance gaming audio quality. Dolby Atmos adds height channels to traditional surround sound, creating immersive three-dimensional audio.
• SupremeFX: ROG SupremeFX combines hardware and software technologies for superior audio. The Strix X870-A features the ALC4080 codec for high-resolution playback up to 32-bit/384 kHz. The integrated Savitech amplifier drives high-fidelity sound to a variety of speakers and headsets.

EZ PC DIY

• PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim: This feature allows you to easily unlock your graphics card by tilting it toward the latching mechanism, simplifying upgrades and maintenance without the need to fiddle with a latch or press a button.
• M.2 Q-Release: The M.2 heatsink includes a switch for quick removal, eliminating tiny screws during SSD installation. Its strong locking mechanism ensures reliable heat dissipation for your SSD.
• M.2 Q-Slide: This new sliding M.2 latch design supports sizes 2242, 2260, and 2280 for easy installation of devices.
• New M.2 Q-Latch: The Q-Latch design allows for tool-free installation or removal of M.2 SSDs with a single press.
• Q-Antenna: Attaching a WiFi antenna is now quick and easy with Q-Antenna. Instead of rotating fasteners, the antenna simply snaps into place, providing hassle-free installation and consistent performance.
• Q-LED: On-board Q-LED troubleshooting lights offer quick indicators for key components (CPU, RAM, graphics card, storage) during startup. This feature helps builders identify power delivery issues and alerts them to improperly installed memory modules before booting a new PC.
• Clear CMOS & BIOS Flashback: The Clear CMOS button resets BIOS settings to factory defaults and can reboot the PC if incorrect settings are selected. BIOS FlashBack allows safe BIOS updates; simply place the UEFI BIOS file on a FAT32-formatted USB stick, plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack port, and press the button. Updates can be performed without a memory module or CPU installed.

BIOS

• BIOS Q-Dashboard – Simplify your motherboard configuration with BIOS Q-Dashboard. Its intuitive visual representation of hardware connections and corresponding BIOS settings takes the complexity out of setting up your system. Upgrade now, and discover the power of BIOS Q-Dashboard to easily and efficiently enhance your computing setup.
• UEFI BIOS – The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as more comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.

Software Utilities

• Asus GlideX – ASUS GlideX is a cross-device, cross-platform screen-sharing, screen-control, and operation solution for enhanced productivity across PCs, tablets, and smartphones via USB or WiFi. Features include screen mirroring, screen extension, unified control with one keyboard and mouse, easy file transfers, and using mobile cameras as PC webcams. It’s compatible with Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.
• HWiNFO – HWiNFO and ROG have collaborated on this comprehensive system information and diagnostic tool that provides detailed information about hardware components and real-time monitoring of system performance in ROG style. It supports a wide range of hardware devices, and it is regularly updated to include the latest technologies.
• Asus DriverHub – ASUS DriverHub streamlines the installation and management of ASUS drivers and utilities to keep your hardware up-to-date and performing optimally. This standalone application automatically detects current driver versions and presents

Specifications:

• Motherboard Type: Desktop
• Form Factor: ATX
• Socket: AMD AM5
• Chipset: AMD X870
• CPU Support: For specific CPU compatibility, please refer to the manufacturer’s documentation.
• RAM Technology
  • Type: DDR5 (Dual Channel)
  • Features:
    • ECC and Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
    • Supports AMD EXPO
    • ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile
• RAM Slots: Total: 4 x DIMM
• RAM Speeds: Up to 8000+ MT/s (OC) with Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 CPUs
• Maximum Memory: Capacity: 192 GB
• Graphics
  • Integrated Graphics: Specifications may vary based on CPU used
  • Graphics Ports:
    • 1 x HDMI
    • 1 x DisplayPort
    • 2 x USB4 (40Gbps) supporting USB Type-C display outputs
• PCI/PCI Express
  • For Ryzen 9000 & 7000 CPUs:
    • 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (supports x16 mode)
  • For Ryzen 8000 CPUs:
    • 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (supports x8/x4 mode)
  • For AMD X870 Chipset:
    • 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (supports x4 mode)

• Storage

  • SATA: 2 x SATA III
  • M.2 Slots: 4 x M.2
    • For Ryzen 9000 & 7000 CPUs:
      • M.2_1 (2242/2260/2280) – PCIe 5.0 x4
      • M.2_2 (2242/2260/2280/22110) – PCIe 5.0 x4
    • For Ryzen 8000 CPUs:
      • M.2_1 (2242/2260/2280) – PCIe 4.0 x4
      • M.2_2 (2242/2260/2280/22110) – not supported
    • For X870E Chipset:
      • M.2_3 (2280) – PCIe 4.0 x4
      • M.2_4 (2280) – PCIe 4.0 x4
• RAID
  • Support: AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology supports both PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10 and SATA RAID 0/1. RAID 5 function is only supported by AMD Ryzen 9000 series CPUs
• Wireless
  • Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 7 2×2 (802.11be)
  • Frequency Bands: Supports 2.4/5/6 GHz
  • Bandwidth: Supports Wi-Fi 7 160 MHz bandwidth, up to 2.9 Gbps transfer rate
  • Bluetooth: Bluetooth v5.4
• LAN: LAN Type: 2.5 GB LAN
• Audio: Audio Codec: ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080
• USB Ports Supported
  • Rear:
    • 2 x USB4 (40Gbps) Type-C
    • 1 x USB 10Gbps Type-C (up to 30W PD Fast-charge)
    • 5 x USB 10Gbps Type-A
    • 4 x USB 5Gbps Type-A
  • Front:
    • 1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C
    • 4 x USB 5Gbps
    • 4 x USB 2.0

• Back Panel I/O Ports

  • 2 x USB4 (40Gbps) Type-C
  • 1 x USB 10Gbps Type-C (up to 30W PD Fast-charge)
  • 5 x USB 10Gbps Type-A
  • 4 x USB 5Gbps Type-A
  • 1 x DisplayPort
  • 1 x HDMI
  • 1 x Wi-Fi module
  • 1 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet
  • 2 x Audio jacks
  • 1 x Optical S/PDIF out
  • 1 x BIOS FlashBack button
  • 1 x Clear CMOS button

• Internal I/O Connectors

  • 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan
  • 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan
  • 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump
  • 5 x 4-pin Chassis Fan
  • 1 x 24-pin Main
  • 2 x 8-pin +12V CPU
  • 4 x M.2 (Key M)
  • 2 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • 1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C
  • 2 x USB 5Gbps
  • 2 x USB 2.0
  • 3 x Addressable Gen2
  • 1 x Alteration PCIe mode switch
  • 1 x Chassis Intrusion
  • 1 x CPU Over voltage jumper
  • 1 x Front Panel Audio
  • 1 x Start button
  • 1 x 10-1 pin System Panel
  • 1 x Thermal Sensor

• Accessories

  • 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
  • 1 x Thermal pad for M.2 22110
  • 1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
  • 1 x Cable ties package
  • 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package
  • 1 x M.2 Q-Slide package
  • 1 x ROG key chain
  • 1 x ROG Strix stickers
  • 4 x M.2 rubber packages
  • 1 x Quick start guide
• Warranty: 3 Years