ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero AMD X870E AM5 ATX Motherboard, Advanced AI PC Ready, 18+2+2 Power Stages, DDR5, PCIe® 5.0, 5X M.2, Wi-Fi 7, USB4®, AI Overclocking, Core Flex, PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim
The ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero is a premium ATX motherboard designed for AMD Ryzen 8000 and 7000 series processors, offering elite-level performance, connectivity, and overclocking capabilities.
Performance and Power Delivery
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18+2+2 teamed power stages deliver stable performance for high-core-count Ryzen CPUs
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Supports PCIe 5.0 across dual x16 slots and three onboard M.2 connectors for next-gen GPUs and storage
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Compatible with AMD AM5 socket and optimized for high-end gaming, productivity, and professional workloads
Memory and Storage
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Four DDR5 DIMM slots support up to 192 GB at speeds exceeding DDR5-8000 (OC)
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Five M.2 slots total (three PCIe 5.0, two PCIe 4.0) plus six SATA ports for flexible storage expansion
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AEMP and EXPO memory profiles enhance compatibility and stability for overclocked memory kits
Connectivity and Features
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Wi-Fi 7, 5 GbE and 2.5 GbE LAN provide cutting-edge wired and wireless networking
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Two rear USB4 ports, front USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C, and extensive USB 3.2 Gen 2 support
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Features Core Flex, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, Dynamic OC Switcher, and BIOS Flashback
Build and Design
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Robust aluminum heatsinks on VRMs and M.2 slots ensure effective thermal management
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Polymo Lighting RGB design with reinforced PCIe slots, onboard Q-Code display, FlexKey, and Q-Release GPU latch for builder-friendly setup
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Designed for power users seeking advanced tuning and reliable performance under heavy loads
ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
Platform & CPU
| Socket / Chipset | AM5 (LGA1718) / AMD X870E |
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| Form Factor | ATX |
| CPU Support | Ryzen 7000, 8000, 9000 Series desktop processors |
Power Design & VRM
| VRM Phases | 18+2+2 with 110A/80A Smart Power Stages |
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| Connectors | 2× ProCool II 8-pin CPU |
| Features | Dynamic OC Switcher, Core Flex, Duplex 6-layer PCB |
Memory
| DIMM Slots | 4× DDR5, up to 256 GB |
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| Speeds | Up to DDR5‑8200+ (Ryzen 9000), 8600+ (Ryzen 8000), 8000+ (Ryzen 7000) |
| Memory Tech | NitroPath, AEMP, EXPO, On-Die ECC |
Expansion & Storage
| PCIe Slots | 2× PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots (x16/x8+ x8) |
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| M.2 Slots | 5× M.2 (3× PCIe 5.0 x4 HW-cooled, 2× PCIe 4.0 x4) |
| SATA Ports | 4× SATA 6 Gb/s + 1× SlimSAS (PCIe 4.0 x4) |
Cooling & Build
| Heat Sinks | VRM/IO, chipset, 5× M.2 with backplates |
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| Fan Headers | 8× 4-pin PWM + pump |
| Extras | Q-Code LED, EZ DIY buttons, BIOS FlashBack |
Networking & I/O
| Wi-Fi | Wi‑Fi 7 (320 MHz, MLO), BT 5.4 |
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| Ethernet | 1× 5 GbE (Realtek), 1× 2.5 GbE (Intel) |
| USB Rear I/O | 2× USB4 (40 Gb/s), 1× HDMI 2.1, 2× USB 20 Gb/s Gen 2×2 Type‑C, multiple USB‑A ports |
| Front-Panel USB | 1× USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 (Type‑C, 60 W QC4+) |
Audio
| Codec | SupremeFX ALC4082 with ESS Sabre DAC |
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Features
| AI & ROG Tech | AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking II |
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| RGB | Polymo Lighting II, Aura Sync ready |
| USB4 / Thunderbolt | 2× USB4 rear + 1× front USB‑C (20 GbE, QC4+) |
