ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME AMD X570 Ryzen Socket AM4 E-ATX Motherboard

ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME

AMD X570 EATX gaming motherboard with 18+2 power stages, five M.2 slots, USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 front-panel connector with PD 3.0 60 W support, USB 3.2 Gen 2 front-panel connector, dual Thunderbolt™ 4, Marvell® AQtion 10 Gb Ethernet, Intel® 2.5 Gb Ethernet, PCIe® 4.0, onboard WiFi 6E and Aura Sync RGB lighting

• • AMD AM4 socket: Ready for AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series, 5000 G-Series, 4000 G-Series, 3000 Series, 3000 G-Series, 2000 Series and 2000 G-Series desktop processors; also supports up to two M.2 drives and features USB 3.2 Gen 2 and AMD StoreMI to maximize connectivity and speed

• • Comprehensive thermal design: Enlarged VRM heatsinks plus integrated aluminum I/O cover, high-conductivity thermal pad, five M.2 heatsinks with embedded backplates and ROG Water-Cooling Zone.

• • Robust power delivery: 18+2 power stages rated for 90 A, ProCool II power connectors, microfine alloy chokes and 10K Japanese-made black metallic capacitors

• • High-performance connectivity: USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 front-panel with PD3.0 60W fast charging, onboard WiFi 6E, Marvell® AQtion 10 Gb Ethernet, Intel® 2.5 Gb Ethernet, and ASUS LANGuard.

• • Industry-leading gaming audio: ROG SupremeFX ALC4082 with ESS® ES9018Q2C DAC and the bundled ROG Clavis USB digital-to-analog converter for high-fidelity sound.

• • Unmatched personalization: 2ʺ LiveDash OLED, ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including one RGB header and three addressable Gen 2 RGB headers

• • DIY-friendly design: Bundled ROG Fan Controller, pre-mounted I/O shield, V_Latch switch, BIOS FlashBack™, M.2 Q-Latch, Q-Code, FlexKey, Q-Connector, SafeSlot and Graphics Card Holder

• • Renowned software: Bundled 1-year AIDA64 Extreme subscription

ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme
The ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme combines the best elements of the renowned ROG X570 motherboard lineup into a single beastly package amped to elevate Ryzen-based builds beyond all boundaries.

PERFORMANCE
Advanced engineering and menacing power lay the foundation for the ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme to thrive where others choke.

• • Teamed Power Architecture
    Modern CPU architectures up the ante for motherboard power design by transitioning from deep power saving modes to full load almost instantaneously. The latest ROG VRM architecture rises to the challenge by utilizing teamed power stages to rapidly swing current, while maintaining exemplary thermal performance.

• • ASUS OptiMem III
    With proprietary memory trace layout tweaks that improve signal integrity and mitigate noise, OptiMem III allows memory kits to run at lower latencies and reduced voltages while operating at higher frequencies. Stack the ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme with your favorite modules and maximize AMD Zen 3 processor throughput for applications that demand massive bandwidth, or balance infinity fabric and memory performance for a diverse range of workloads.

• • DYNAMIC OC SWITCHER
    Dynamic OC Switcher gives Ryzen processors newfound agility to crush multi-threaded workloads and slice through single-threaded apps. Simply configure a manual overclock for heavy tasks and then select a current threshold for Dynamic OC Switcher to automatically flip between your profile and AMD Precision Boost Overdrive (PBO).

COOLING
Heavyweight cooling keeps onboard components and high-performance M.2 drives chilled without requiring direct airflow to deal with the thermal onslaught.

• • VRM heatsink
    A VRM heatsink is placed on the MOSFETs and chokes, and the embedded heatpipe connects to the aluminum I/O cover.

• • Aluminum I/O cover
    An aluminum I/O cover is connected to the primary heatsink via an embedded heatpipe, increasing mass and surface area for dissipation.

• • Extended VRM heatsink
    Helps cool vital motherboard power delivery areas to enhance the overclocking potential of future processors.

• • Aluminum heatsink cover
    The heatsink cover is crafted from pure aluminum to efficiently cool the two onboard M.2 drives.

• • High-conductivity thermal pad
    The high-quality thermal pad improves overall heat transfer from the system by bridging the heat generated by the power stages to the heatsink.

• • M.2 backplates
    Integrated M.2 backplates help ensure that high-performance drives deliver peak performance, even when airflow is restricted.

• • Large chipset heatsink
    A chipset heatsink blends seamlessly with the aluminum heatsink cover and prominently features the ROG logo.

CONNECTIVITY
Advanced connectivity features including WiFi 6E and two Ethernet ports provide all the bandwidth needed for smooth online and LAN gameplay. File transfers and load times get a boost as well, thanks to a front-panel USB 3.2 2×2 header. The header also supports PD 3.0 60-watt power deliver for charging devices. Additionally, there’s onboard SupremeFX audio for rich, premium sound.

• • WiFi 6E
    Onboard WiFi 6E technology takes advantage of the newly available radio spectrum in the 6 GHz band, providing up to three times the bandwidth of the 5 GHz band and up to seven 160 MHz bands to deliver ultrafast wireless networking speeds along with improved capacity and better performance in dense wireless environments.

• • Marvell® AQtion 10 Gbps Ethernet
    Designed to meet the demanding requirements of power users and content creators, 10 Gbps onboard Ethernet provides a new level of home networking. With up to 10 times the bandwidth of standard gigabit Ethernet, uncompressed 4K UHD video streaming is perfectly smooth and system backups and file transfers are faster than ever before.

• • Intel® 2.5 Gb Ethernet
    Onboard 2.5 Gb Ethernet gives wired connections a boost, providing up to a 250% improvement over standard Ethernet connections for faster file transfers, smoother lag-free gaming and high-res video streaming.

• • USB 3.2 Gen 2 Front-Panel Connectors
    The front-panel USB 3.2 connectors are ready to accommodate a wide variety of devices.

• • USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Front-Panel Connector
    The latest USB standard opens another USB 3.2 Gen 2 lane for a maximum data transfer throughput of up to 20 Gbps. There’s also PD 3.0 60 W to quick-charge devices, delivering up to 3-times faster charging speeds compared to 5-watt / 5-volt 1 A charging.

• • Two Onboard Thunderbolt 4 USB-C Ports
    Each port delivers up to 40 Gbps of bidirectional bandwidth for the latest high-speed devices and drives. Thunderbolt 4 also supports up to two external 4K displays and extends PCIe bandwidth to up to 32 Gbps.

• • PCIe 4.0-Ready
    The ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme provides five M.2 slots, which offer PCIe 4.0 support for the latest GPUs and high-speed SSDs.

• • ROG DIMM.2
    The ROG DIMM.2 module is an innovative expansion card that allows two M.2 drives* to be connected via a DDR4 interface. The option of adding a metal heatsink helps to control thermals for maximum performance while elevating aesthetics.

• • • • Audio Line Shielding Special shielding blocks electromagnetic interference from the motherboard or add-ons, providing clear audio.
      • SupremeFX
        ROG SupremeFX audio technology delivers an exceptional 113 dB signal-to-noise ratio on the line-in connection to provide best-ever recording quality. There’s also a low-dropout regulator for clean power delivery to the SupremeFX ALC4082 codec, plus an ESS® 9018Q2C integrated DAC.

     

    • • The ESS® SABRE9018Q2C integrated DAC amplifier is capable of providing -115 dB total harmonic distortion (THD+N) for playback that conveys all the subtlety and nuances of the audio track. In addition, the 121 dB dynamic range (DNR) provides an extremely low noise-floor, further accentuating dynamics and punch.

     

    • • The ALC4082 codec uses USB instead of the conventional high-definition audio (HDA) interface and improves playback audio resolution from 192 to 384 kHz.

     

    • • Switching MOSFETS A unique design allows the codec’s impedance-sensing function to be ported with either the front or rear headphone outputs.

     

    • • Nichicon Capacitors Integrated high-quality Japanese-made components help produce warm, natural-sounding audio with exceptional clarity.

     

    • • Unlock a premium audio experience The pocket-sized ROG Clavis USB digital-to-analog converter delivers a host of features to give any compatible headset a big upgrade. Its ESS 9281 QUAD DAC™ with a built-in amplifier and Master Quality Authenticated (MQA) rendering technology treats you to hi-fi-grad audio, while AI noise-canceling technology enhances headset microphones for crystal-clear voice communication.

OPTIMIZATION
The ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme provides all the tools needed for quickly and easily optimizing any system.

• • Level Up Performance
    The dashboard-style control panel of AI Suite 3 makes it easy to fine-tune almost every aspect of the ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme. Get the best balance between performance, cooling, stability, and efficiency via one simple and intuitive interface.

• • • • EZ Mode Designed to simplify setup, EZ mode presents vital settings and stats on a single page. With guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and one-click application of important settings, your rig will be up and running in no time.
      • EFI BIOS
        The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything needed to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
      • Adanced Mode When you’re ready for a deeper dive, delve into the UEFI’s Advanced mode and take complete control. This mode enables full control over every aspect of the motherboard, and a built-in search function helps you quickly find the setting you need.

     

     

• • Accurate Voltage Monitoring
    Conventional motherboards use single-ended sensing circuits that are susceptible to noise and have to tap voltage rails from a location that isn’t ideal for accurate monitoring. These issues lead to a large disparity between the voltage fed to components and the values reported to software. The ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme features a differential-sensing circuit that rejects noise and takes readings directly from the CPU and the end point of major voltage rails. This simplifies overclocking and tuning by allowing you to track voltages more accurately.

PERSONALIZE
In addition to extraordinary performance, the ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme provides extensive styling and customization options to let you build a system that truly stands apart.

• • Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header
    The addressable Gen 2 RGB headers can be controlled with Aura software, which automatically tailors your preferred lighting effects to the number of LEDs present in the connected gear or strip. The new headers also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB components.

• • LiveDash OLED
    The ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme includes LiveDash, a built-in 2-inch OLED panel that shows useful information and features customizable graphics. During the power-on, self-test (POST) phase, the OLED shows key stats in simple language using traditional POST codes. In normal operation, the panel can be programmed to show CPU frequency, device temperatures, fan speeds or water-cooling information. You can also personalize the default OLED GIF with a preferred image or animation.

• • RAMCache III
    RAMCache III software utility turns milliseconds into microseconds to boost game-load times. Fully compatible with the latest NVM Express® storage options, RAMCache III utilizes uniquely intelligent technology to effectively cache any storage device, so favorite games and apps launch at breakneck speeds.

• • Sonic Studio III
    Sonic Studio supports HRTF-based (head-related transfer function*) virtual surround for headsets, casting an immersive aural landscape that draws you deeper into the action. The intuitive Sonic Studio interface also offers a range of EQ options and one-click presets, allowing you to tailor acoustics to suit personal preferences or the characteristics of your headset.

• • DTS Sound Unbound*
    The ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme includes a pre-loaded DTS® Sound Unbound™ app that envelops you in audio as never before, conjuring whole new levels of immersion for extraordinary gaming and entertainment experiences. By exploiting Windows Sonic spatial technology, DTS Sound Unbound delivers audio in a virtual 3D space — putting you right in the middle of the soundscape, where you can sense the location and direction of every gunshot, footstep or other sound in your virtual environment.

• • Armoury Crate
    a software utility designed to provide centralized control of supported ROG gaming products. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate puts command of all your Aura gear at your fingertips with the new Aura Creator suite. The software also provides control of settings for a growing number of ROG products, making it easier to tune the look and feel of your system. Armoury Crate even offers dedicated product registration and ROG news feeds to help you stay in touch with the ROG gaming community. Download

• • AIDA64 Extreme
    The ROG Crosshair VIII series includes a one-year AIDA64 Extreme subscription. This industry-leading system information tool provides detailed information about installed hardware and software, and it also provides benchmarks for measuring performance of the entire system or individual components. AIDA64 Extreme includes a monitoring and diagnostics feature to detect and prevent hardware issues. All vital system sensors can be tracked in real time, allowing voltage readings, fan speeds, and temperature information to be viewed on the desktop, sent to dedicated displays, or the OLED panels of ROG AIO liquid coolers*.Learn More

• • Graphics Card Holder
    Featuring a magnetic base, adjustable slider and hinge, the ROG Graphics Card Holder banishes sag and provides support where it’s needed most.

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Specifications

Make and Model	Asus ROG CROSSHAIR VIII EXTREME Motherboard
Part Number	CROSSHAIRVIIIEXTREME
CPU Support	AMD Socket AM4 for AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 5000 G-Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series/ 3000 G-Series/ 2000 Series/ 2000 G-Series Desktop Processors* * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list.
Chipset	AMD X570
Memory	AMD Ryzen™ 5000 and 3000 Series Desktop Processors 4 x DIMM, max. 128GB, DDR4 5000(OC) / 4866(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3400(OC) / 3200 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz, un-buffered memory AMD Ryzen™ 5000 G-Series and 4000 G-Series Desktop Processors 4 x DIMM, max. 128GB, DDR4 5100(OC) / 5000(OC) / 4866(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3400(OC) / 3200 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz, un-buffered memory AMD Ryzen™ 2000 Series Desktop Processors 4 x DIMM, max. 128GB, DDR4 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3400(OC) / 3200(OC) / 3000(OC) / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz, un-buffered memory AMD Ryzen™ 3000 G-Series and 2000 G-Series Desktop Processors 4 x DIMM, max. 128GB, DDR4 3200(OC) / 3000(OC) / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz, un-buffered memory Dual Channel Memory Architecture OptiMem III
Graphics	2 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 ports (USB Type-C®) support DisplayPort 1.4 and Thunderbolt™ video outputs
Expansion Slots	AMD Ryzen™ 5000 and 3000 Series Desktop Processors 2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 SafeSlots (support x16, x8/x8) AMD Ryzen™ 5000 G-Series, 4000 G-Series and 2000 series Desktop Processors 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 SafeSlots (support x16, x8/x8) AMD Ryzen™ 3000 G-Series and 2000 G-Series Desktop Processors 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 SafeSlot (supports x8) AMD X570 chipset 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1
Multi-GPU Support	NVIDIA 2-Way SLI® Technology* *Support varies with different graphics cards
Storage	Total supports 5 x M.2 slots and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports AMD Ryzen™ 5000 and 3000 Series Desktop Processors M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280, (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes) M.2_2/3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280, (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) AMD Ryzen™ 5000 G-Series. 4000 G-Series, 2000 Series Desktop Processors M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280, (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA modes) M.2_2/3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280, (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode) AMD Ryzen™ 3000 G-Series and 2000 G-Series Desktop Processors M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280, (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA modes) AMD X570 chipset DIMM.2_1/2 slot (Key M) via ROG DIMM.2, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes) 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Ethernet	1 x Intel® I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet 1 x Marvell® AQtion AQC113CS 10Gb Ethernet ASUS LANGuard
Wireless & Bluetooth	Wi-Fi 6E 2×2 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band* Bluetooth v5.2 * WiFi 6E 6GHz regulatory may vary between countries, and function will be ready in Windows 11 or later.
USB Ports	Rear USB (Total 10 ports) AMD Ryzen™ 5000, 5000 G-Series, 4000 G-Series and 3000 Series Desktop Processors 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (4 x Type-A) AMD Ryzen™ 3000 G-Series, 2000 Series and 2000 G-Series Desktop Processors 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A) AMD X570 chipset 2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 port(s) (2 x USB Type-C®) with up to 5V/3A, 15W charging support 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (4 x Type-A) Front USB (Total 10 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 connector(s) (support(s) USB Type-C®, PD 3.0 up to DC 5V/3A 60W fast charging technology)* 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Front Panel connector(s) (support(s) USB Type-C®) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 ports *Please connect the 6-pin PCIe Graphics Card/ PD 3.0 connector to get the full power delivery up to 20V/3A 60W.
Audio	ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4082 – Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs – Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking – High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input – Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback Audio Features – SupremeFX Shielding Technology – ESS® SABRE9018Q2C DAC/AMP – LED-illuminated audio jacks – Rear optical S/PDIF out port – Premium Japanese audio capacitors – Audio cover
Back Panel I/O Ports	2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 USB Type-C® port(s) 2 x DisplayPort IN ports for Thunderbolt™ 4 8 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (8 x Type-A) 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi Module 1 x Intel® I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet port 1 x Marvell® AQtion AQC113CS 10Gb Ethernet port 5 x LED-illuminated audio jacks 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x BIOS FlashBack™  button 1 x Clear CMOS button
Internal I/O Connectors	Fan and Cooling related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header(s) 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header(s) 2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan header(s) 2 x 4-pin Radiator Fan header(s) 2 x W_PUMP+ header(s) 1 x WB_SENSOR header(s) 1 x 2-pin Water In header 1 x 2-pin Water Out header 1 x 3-pin Water Flow header Power related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 2 x 8-pin +12V Power connector 1 x 6-pin PCIe Graphics Card/ PD 3.0 connector Storage related 3 x M.2 slots (Key M) 1 x DIMM.2 slot supports 2 x M.2 slots (Key M) 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports USB 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 connector (support(s) USB Type-C®, PD 3.0 up tp DC 5V/3A 60W fast charging technology) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (support(s) USB Type-C®) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 ports Miscellaneous 3 x AURA Addressable Gen 2 header(s) 1 x AURA RGB header(s) 1 x BIOS Switch button 1 x FlexKey button 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x LN2 Mode jumper 6 x ProbeIt Measurement Points 1 x ReTry button 1 x RSVD switch 2 x RSVD header 1 x V_Latch 1 x Safe Boot button 1 x Slow Mode switch 1 x Speaker header 1 x Start button 1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header 1 x Thermal Sensor header
Special Features	Extreme OC Kit – FlexKey button – LN2 Mode – Probelt – ReTry button – Safe boot button – Start button – Slow Mode Extreme Engine Digi+ – 10K Black Metallic Capacitors – MicroFine Alloy Choke ASUS Q-Design – M.2 Q-Latch – Q-Code – Q-Connector – Q-DIMM – Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green]) – Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution – M.2 heatsink backplate – M.2 heatsink – VRM heatsink design ASUS EZ DIY – BIOS FlashBack™ button – Clear CMOS button – ProCool II – Pre-mounted I/O shield – SafeSlot AURA Sync – ROG AURA sync backplate – AURA RGB header(s) – Addressable Gen 2 RGB header(s) Dual BIOS OLED 2″ ASUS HYDRANODE – 2 x Chassis fan support* (CHA_FAN1P,CHA_FAN2P) – 2 x USB 2.0 port support* (USB_EP1, USB_EP3) * Visit ASUS Website for the latest compatibility list.
Software Features	ROG Exclusive Software – RAMCache III – ROG CPU-Z – GameFirst VI – Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer – Sonic Radar III – DTS® Sound Unbound – BullGuard Internet Security (1-year full version) ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate – AIDA64 Extreme (1 year full version) – AURA Creator – AURA Sync – Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation – OLED Display AI Suite 3 – 5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5 TPU EPU DIGI+ Power Control Fan Xpert 4 Turbo app DAEMON Tools MyAsus WinRAR UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY – ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 – ASUS EZ Flash 3 – ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode Dynamic OC Switcher
Operating System	Windows® 11 ready Windows® 10 64-bit
BIOS	2 x 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
Manageability	WOL by PME, PXE
Form Factor	EATX Form Factor
Dimensions	12 inch x 10.9 inch ( 30.5 cm x 27.7 cm )
Weight	N/A