ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme: Ryzen Powered Motherboards

The new ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme motherboards will boost your AMD gaming computer.

ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme

Gamers that are patient are always rewarded. PC builders seized the chance to assert that the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D would improve gaming performance for their AMD gaming PCs by a generation, and many chose the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero, the first motherboard in its series. However, other PC builders decided to take the long view, believing that the ROG engineering team would undoubtedly add even more options to the Crosshair lineup and that AMD would inevitably produce an ever-higher performance CPU with AMD 3D V-Cache Technology. On both counts, these builders have been shown to be right.

AMD’s Ryzen 9 9950X3D CPU creates a PC without sacrifices by combining the flagship productivity performance of the Ryzen 9 9950X with the gaming capabilities of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D. ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme board. These motherboards and the ROG Crosshair X870E Hero provide you three high-end AMD configuration options.

The ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme accepts no compromises  

Each of the many designs of ROG motherboards has its own moniker and special claim to fame. ASUS don’t hold back when it comes to models that go by the term “Extreme.” These boards are designed for people who dare to create a PC that breaks all barriers since they are outfitted with the best components available, powerful power solutions, and cutting-edge networking options. With an unrestrained feature set and a brand-new, opulent design, the ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme extends that tradition into the AMD Ryzen 9000 Series era.

All set for a top-tier AMD Ryzen CPU

The huge power solution of the ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme was designed from the ground up to maximize the capabilities of your new CPU. Even when it is running at full capacity, the top-end AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D may easily be quenched by 20(110A)+2(110A)+2(80A) power stages. The power circuitry is kept comfortable by tall and thick VRM heatsinks, and your CPU has a direct route to the power supply to 8+8 ProCool II power connectors with solid pins.

The ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme‘s tweaking features will make it difficult to resist the desire to entice your processor to reach even greater heights, even if AMD CPUs already offer astounding performance. For fans of exotic cooling, you will receive the Extreme OC kit, which includes LN2 Mode. While the customizable FlexKey button offers instant access to a range of functions, the ReTry button simplifies the rebooting process during excessive overclocking to achieve a successful POST. Additionally, a multitude of Probelt measurement locations provide you with the necessary voltage knowledge.

You have many alternatives when it comes to designing the cooling solution for your PC to the abundance of headers. As you connect your chassis fans, you might not have to worry about a fan controller to its eight onboard 4-pin fan headers. Your bespoke liquid cooling loop is ready to be driven by two W_PUMP+ headers.

The picture is completed with a powerful set of BIOS functions. With simple one-click settings like ASUS Enhanced Memory Profiles (AEMP) and AI Overclocking, you can quickly and easily boost your CPU and DRAM. However, you will have access to a superb overclocking suite if you are ready to experiment.

For light-threaded applications, Dynamic OC Switcher makes sure you get the best of both worlds by allowing you to choose between the uplift of Precision Boost Overdrive and a powerful multi-core overclock. By regulating clock, power, and thermals, Core Flex also enables you to push boundaries further than previously possible. Additionally, it provides AI Cache Boost for users with AI workloads, which can increase performance by up to 12.75% when working with large LLMs.

Memory performance that doesn’t quit  

Many fans are reconsidering their preconceptions about AMD Ryzen CPUs and high-end memory in light of exciting advancements in the memory industry. The newest CUDIMM DDR5 kits work flawlessly with the ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme.

Its four slots may accommodate up to 256GB of DDR5 for those who want to go all out, and ASUS AEMP enables you to run certain four-module kits at up to 5200 MT/s, which is a staggering 62% improvement over normal settings. Want ultra-low latency and high-speed memory instead? The venerable DRAM slot is redesigned in NitroPath DRAM technology to increase memory speeds.

By improving signal quality, it state-of-the-art design can increase DRAM overclocking performance by up to 400 MT/s, depending on system setup, memory speed, and module. It include an optional fan and holder ready to direct a continuous stream of air through the DRAM slots since you might need a little extra cooling if you’re using a cutting-edge memory kit to keep the modules operating at their best.

Next-level PCIe 5.0 components at your fingertips 

The newest, high-performance graphics cards and storage devices share the following characteristics: PCIe 5.0. The ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme‘s broad PCIe 5.0 compatibility, which begins with two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots, prepares you for the best components of today and tomorrow. ASUS set up these slots to function in an x8/x8 configuration because, even though dual-GPU gaming is a thing of the past, several crucial creative programs and AI workflows benefit from using multiple GPUs.

Regarding storage, the ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme gives you a lot of choices to create a quick and roomy storage array. The primary M.2 slot has a thick, dedicated heatsink, supports a variety of M.2 sizes, including longer M.2 22110 versions, and is wired for PCIe 5.0. The heatsink has to revolutionary tool-less M.2 Q-Release mechanism, which pops the heatsink free with a lever press for simple installation. You won’t require any sort of tool to install a storage drive and secure its heatsink when using M.2 Q-Release or M.2 Q-Latch.

Two more PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots are also available on this motherboard, and two PCIe 4.0 M.2 drives can be installed using the Q-DIMM.2 add-in board that is provided. Four SATA 6 Gb/s ports and a SlimSAS connector make it simple to attach a lot of high-capacity drives to complete your storage array.

Make a connection  

Numerous high-bandwidth port options are available on the ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme. There are a total of twelve USB ports on the back I/O panel. The two USB4 ports’ primary feature is their 40 Gbps bi-directional speed, but don’t undervalue their daisy-chaining and display signalling capabilities either.

There are also a staggering 10 USB 10Gbps ports two Type-C and eight Type-A.

However, that only includes the rear panel. The chassis determines how many USB ports you may install up front. Notably, the ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme provides a USB 20Gbps Type-C port connector with a maximum power delivery of 60W and Quick Charge 4+ capability.

You will always have a handy place to recharge the battery of a connected gadget, such as your smartphone, when such a port is wired up.

The networking capabilities of the ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme also join in on the excitement of the next generation. Its 5Gb Realtek Ethernet port and 10Gb Marvell AQtion Ethernet port provide excellent bandwidth for connecting to your network and an external device, like a NAS.

The ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme offers you the best WiFi 7 treatment when it comes to wireless connections. For transfer rates up to 6.5Gbps, the 2×2 module provides access to 320MHz channels and the 6GHz band. The package includes an ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna. With improved inner pin connectors and PCB circuit optimizations, the WiFi Q-Antenna provides remarkable signal throughput for the 5GHz and 6GHz bands.

Armoury Crate’s simple features let you make the most of this directional antenna. Direction Finder uses signal intensity to find the optimal antenna placement, and Fast Check checks signal strength to ensure the best connection. The new Traffic Monitor tool tracks WiFi channel utilization in the 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands. For improved network speed, use Channel Switch to go to a less crowded channel.

The premium audio treatment

With built-in amplifiers and op-amps, the ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme provides a ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound audio system for unparalleled gaming immersion. Premium capacitors, interference shielding, and distinct lines for the left and right channels are all used in the audio circuit design. You may utilize even high-impedance audiophile headphones and get distortion-free, crystal-clear output to auto impedance recognition. With support for 32-bit/384 kHz playback, an ESS ES9219 Quad DAC delivers excellent audio to the front-panel output, making it ideal for connecting to a high-end headset.

Endless personalization options  

The ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme is the best option if you’re building a showcase PC. Its classic black and charcoal colours create a perfect background for the sculpted shape of its heatsinks and shrouds. By concealing the connectors and headers and providing clear, readable labels, the I/O cover on the right side of the board improves the board’s appearance. The PCH and M.2 combination heatsink features a silvery ROG “Fearless Eye” insignia that boldly displays your loyalty to the Republic.

Even if all of these components are fashionable, your motherboard will be the centre of attention due to the gorgeous LCD panel included within the I/O shroud. Although ASUS provided numerous options throughout the years to customize the appearance of your board, this is the most adaptable choice to date. The 5-inch LCD panel is ready to showcase your ideas and is constructed with Corning glass for unmatched surface display quality. You can customize Armoury Crate to your liking or select from preloaded ROG animations and real-time readouts of important hardware information.

ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme Specs