ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR X870E HERO ATX Motherboard
ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR X870E HERO ATX Motherboard
SKU:MBA-X870E-ROG-HERO
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Product Information
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Category | Motherboards |
| SKU | MBA-X870E-ROG-HERO |
| Availability | In Stock |
Overview
- The ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR X870E HERO is a premium ATX motherboard engineered for AMD Ryzen 9000 Series processors and AI PC workloads. It combines cutting-edge PCIe 5.0 technology with exceptional thermal management and comprehensive connectivity options, delivering the power and reliability required by demanding users.
Built for performance, this board features dual Gigabit Ethernet (5GbE and 2.5GbE), Wi-Fi 7 with 320MHz bandwidth support, and 2 x USB4 ports for ultrafast data transfer and display connectivity. The five M.2 slots support up to three PCIe 5.0 NVMe drives simultaneously, making it ideal for multi-drive configurations in content creation and data-intensive workflows.
Robust power delivery and advanced thermal solutions including large M.2 and chipset heatsinks ensure stable performance under sustained loads. The motherboard supports DDR5 memory up to 256GB with EXPO™ overclocking profiles and ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) technology for optimised system stability and speed.
With 36-month warranty support and comprehensive BIOS features including RAID support (RAID 0/1/5/10 on Ryzen 9000 series), this motherboard provides enterprise-grade reliability in a high-performance platform.
Specifications
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Model | ROG CROSSHAIR X870E HERO |
| Chipset | AMD X870E |
| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 |
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Dimensions | 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm (12 inch x 9.6 inch) |
| CPU Support | AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000, 7000 Series Desktop Processors |
| Memory Slots | 4 x DIMM |
| Maximum Memory | 256GB DDR5 |
| Memory Speed Support | 8200+MT/s (OC) with Ryzen 9000; 8600+MT/s (OC) with Ryzen 8000; 8000+MT/s (OC) with Ryzen 7000 |
| Memory Architecture | Dual Channel |
| Memory Features | ECC and Non-ECC support, EXPO™, NitroPath DRAM Technology, ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) |
| PCIe Slot 1 | PCIe 5.0 x16 with Q-Release Slim |
| PCIe Slot 2 | PCIe 5.0 x16 with Q-Release Slim (supports x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4 modes) |
| M.2 Slots | 5 x M.2 slots (type 2242/2260/2280) |
| M.2 Support | Up to 3 x PCIe 5.0 M.2 drives (Ryzen 9000/7000); PCIe 4.0 on Ryzen 8000 series |
| SATA Ports | 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports |
| SlimSAS Connector | 1 x SlimSAS (PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) |
| RAID Support | AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology; RAID 0/1/5/10 (Ryzen 9000); RAID 0/1 (Ryzen 8000); RAID 0/1/10 (Ryzen 7000) |
| Ethernet Port 1 | Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard |
| Ethernet Port 2 | Realtek 5Gb Ethernet |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 support |
| Wi-Fi Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz |
| Wi-Fi Bandwidth | 320MHz |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth v5.4 |
| USB4 Ports | 2 x USB4 (40Gbps) Type-C with display output support |
| Rear USB Ports | 8 x USB 10Gbps (6 x Type-A + 2 x Type-C) |
| Front USB Connectors | 1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C with up to 60W PD/QC4+, 1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C, 2 x USB 5Gbps headers, 2 x USB 2.0 headers |
| Video Output | 1 x HDMI; 2 x USB4 Type-C display output support |
| BIOS | 256Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS |
| Manageability | WOL by PME, PXE |
| Operating System | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 36 months |
| RGB Lighting | Polymo Lighting II with dynamic RGB illumination on ROG logo |
Key Features
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FAQs
What CPU models are compatible with the ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR X870E HERO?
This motherboard supports AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 Series Desktop Processors via Socket AM5. PCIe 5.0 support and full RAID capabilities (0/1/5/10) are available with Ryzen 9000 Series processors.
How many NVMe drives can I install with PCIe 5.0 support?
With Ryzen 9000 or 7000 Series processors, you can install up to 3 x PCIe 5.0 M.2 NVMe drives in slots M.2_1, M.2_2, and M.2_3. An additional 2 x PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots (M.2_4 and M.2_5) provide storage expansion.
Does this motherboard support DDR5 overclocking?
Yes. It supports AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO™) and ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) technology. Memory speeds reach 8200+MT/s (OC) with Ryzen 9000, 8600+MT/s with Ryzen 8000, and 8000+MT/s with Ryzen 7000 processors.
What are the network connectivity options?
The board features dual Gigabit Ethernet: one 5GbE port (Realtek) and one 2.5GbE port (Intel) with ASUS LANGuard protection, plus Wi-Fi 7 with 2x2 802.11be support across 2.4/5/6GHz bands at up to 320MHz bandwidth.
Can I use two graphics cards with full PCIe 5.0 bandwidth?
The two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots support flexible configurations: x16, x8/x8, or x8/x4/x4 modes with Ryzen 9000 and 7000 Series processors. With Ryzen 8000 series, the second slot runs at PCIe 4.0 and is limited.
What USB ports are available on the rear I/O panel?
The rear panel features 2 x USB4 (40Gbps) Type-C ports, 6 x USB 10Gbps Type-A ports, and 2 x USB 10Gbps Type-C ports. Front headers support additional USB 5Gbps and USB 2.0 connections.
Does this motherboard support RAID configurations?
Yes. With Ryzen 9000 Series processors, it supports RAID 0/1/5/10 via AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology. Ryzen 8000 supports RAID 0/1, and Ryzen 7000 supports RAID 0/1/10.
What is the warranty period for this motherboard?
The ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR X870E HERO includes a 36-month manufacturer warranty.
