X870 AYW GAMING WIFI W
X870 AYW GAMING WIFI W Specifications Review
X870 AYW GAMING WIFI W by False is a Standard-ATX form factor motherboard based on the high-end AMD X870 Chipset chipset and AM5 socket, offering the most advanced features and connectivity options. It is designed to support DDR5 memory, with 4 slots, a maximum capacity of 256 GB, and an overclocking speed of up to 8000 MHz.
VRM Quality
The X870 AYW GAMING WIFI W has a mid-range VRM configuration, providing 80 A over 12 phases. Suitable for CPUs in the ~140 W TDP range, it can power higher-TDP chips at stock, but sustained overclocking is not recommended due to thermal and voltage ripple considerations. Ideal for mainstream gaming, light workstation work, and general-purpose builds.
See the VRM Appropriate CPU Specification Table at the bottom of this page for recommended CPU options.
Expansion and Storage Overview
The X870 AYW GAMING WIFI W offers a very extensive expansion and storage configuration with PCIe 5.0 support, meaning it uses PCI Express 5.0, the newest standard offering extremely high bandwidth for next-generation graphics cards and ultra-fast NVMe storage. It also includes 5 x16 slots . These PCIe slots are used to connect expansion cards — with the x16 slots typically reserved for graphics cards, while x8, x4, and x1 slots are used for devices like capture cards, sound cards, or network adapters.
For storage, this motherboard provides 3 M.2 slots (M.2_1: PCIe5.0 x4 (Ryzen 9000/7000) or PCIe4.0 x4 (Ryzen 8000); M.2_2: PCIe4.0 x4 (may be x2 on some CPUs); M.2_3: PCIe4.0 x4) and 4 SATA ports. M.2 slots are high-speed connectors for modern NVMe SSDs, which are much faster than older storage, while SATA ports are used for traditional hard drives and 2.5-inch SSDs. Together, they allow you to mix fast primary storage with larger, more affordable drives for bulk data.
Connectivity Overview
This motherboard offers solid and reliable connectivity features, including wireless networking with the wireless Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and wired 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb EthernetASUS LANGuard ethernet supporting speeds up to 2500 Gbps. Bluetooth 5.2 is available for wireless accessories. It also provides a good selection of modern USB ports to cover most connectivity needs. For exact USB specifications, please see the detailed table.
For video output, this motherboard includes HDMI version 2.1 , DisplayPort version 1.4a , USB-C DisplayPort . These video outputs are intended for integrated graphics and will only function if your CPU includes integrated GPU capabilities.
Audio Quality
The motherboard includes a standard audio chipset (Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC) that covers basic needs for casual listening. While adequate for everyday use with mainstream headphones or desktop speakers, discerning users may want to add a USB DAC or sound card for improved fidelity, especially for music production or high-end headphones.
Overall Quality and Value
X870 AYW GAMING WIFI W delivers a strong overall quality score of 72.40. It offers reliable performance, durable construction, and a comprehensive set of features suitable for demanding workloads, gaming, and productivity, without venturing into the extreme performance segment of premium boards.
This motherboard offers an impressive 70.5% performance-to-price ratio, delivering excellent value by combining strong performance with reasonable cost, making it a smart choice for budget-conscious buyers who don’t want to sacrifice quality.
General Information
| Manufacturer | False |
|---|---|
| Motherboard Name | X870 AYW GAMING WIFI W |
| Current Price Amazon | $195 |
| Amazon Price Updated | 6Â hours, 27Â minutes ago. |
| Motherboard Available | True |
| Chipset / Socket | AMD X870 Chipset / AM5 |
| Form Factor | Standard-ATX |
VRM Configuration
| CPU Power Phases (Amps) | 12 (80 A) |
|---|---|
| Power Design | 12+2+1 |
Memory Information
| Type / Slots | DDR5 / 4 slots |
|---|---|
| Max Capacity / Max OC | 256 GB / 8000 MHz |
PCIe Slot Configuration
| Supported Version | PCIe 5.0 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slot Size | Physical Slots | Gen5 | Gen4 | Gen3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| x16 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
Storage Configuration
| M.2 Slot Count | 3 slots |
|---|---|
| M.2 Supported Lengths | 2242, 2260, 2280 |
| M.2 PCIe Modes | M.2_1: PCIe5.0 x4 (Ryzen 9000/7000) or PCIe4.0 x4 (Ryzen 8000); M.2_2: PCIe4.0 x4 (may be x2 on some CPUs); M.2_3: PCIe4.0 x4 |
| SATA Ports | 4 |
Onboard Audio Features
| Audio Chipset | Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC |
|---|---|
| Analog Audio Jacks | 3 jacks |
Motherboard Display Outputs
| HDMI Output | HDMI - Version 2.1 (Max: 4K@60Hz) |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort - Version 1.4a (Max: 4K@60Hz) |
| DP over USB-C | DisplayPort over USB-C - Version 1.4a (Max: 4K@60Hz) |
USB and Thunderbolt Connectivity
Rear USB Ports
| USB 2.0 Type-A (480 Mbps) | 4 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (5 Gbps) | 3 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10 Gbps) | 1 |
| USB4 / Thunderbolt Type-C (40 Gbps) | 2 |
Front USB Ports
| USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C (20 Gbps) | 1 |
|---|---|
| Power Delivery (W) | 30W |
Internal USB Headers
| USB 2.0 Header (480 Mbps) | 4 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header (5 Gbps) | 2 |
Networking Information
| Ethernet | Chipset: 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb EthernetASUS LANGuard LAN Ports: 1 |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi |
Version: Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Frequency Bands: ['2.4GHz', '5GHz'] Antenna Connectors: 1 |
| Bluetooth |
Version: 5.2 |
Button Features
| Buttons |
BIOS Flashback |
|---|
Quality & Features
Additional Information
| CPU Support | AMD Socket AM5 for AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors* * Refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for CPU support list. |
|---|---|
| OS Support | Windows 11 |
| RAM | 4 x DIMM, un-buffered DDR5. Supports ECC and Non-ECC un-buffered DIMMs; Non-ECC DDR5 supports On-Die ECC. Officially supports up to 8000+ MT/s (OC) when used with AMD Ryzen 7000/8000/9000 series processors. Supports AMD EXPO (Extended Profiles for Overclocking) and ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP). Supported memory types, data rates (speeds), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on CPU and memory configuration—refer to the CPU/Memory Support list under the product Support tab or https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/. |
| Display | 1 x HDMI port (supports 4K@60Hz per HDMI 2.1). 2 x USB4 (40Gbps) Type-C ports provide DisplayPort outputs (DP 1.4a, up to 4K@60Hz). Graphics specifications vary by CPU; VGA resolution support depends on processor or graphics card. The two USB4 (40Gbps) ports share bandwidth with the M.2_2 slot — M.2_2 will be disabled when either USB4 port is active; BIOS settings can be adjusted as required. |
| Expansion | Maximum supported PCIe generation: PCIe 5.0 (provides up to ~64 GB/s aggregate bandwidth for a full x16 link; backward compatible with PCIe 4.0/3.0 devices). Notes: All listed physical slots are x16-sized (total 5 x16 slots) but several operate at lower electrical widths or speeds depending on CPU/chipset. Specifically: 1x PCIe 5.0 x16 (for Ryzen 9000/7000), 1x PCIe 4.0 x16 (for Ryzen 8000 — may run at x8/x4 depending on CPU), 2x PCIe 4.0 x16 (X870 chipset, listed as supporting x1 mode), and 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 (runs at x1 mode). Bandwidth sharing/limitations: refer to the motherboard bifurcation table; the PCIEX16(G3) slot shares bandwidth with SATA6G_3 and SATA6G_4 (those SATA ports will be disabled when that slot is in use). Specifications vary by CPU type; check the vendor support pages for bifurcation, lane assignments and exact electrical lane/configuration per slot. |
| Storage |
M.2 Slot Details:
Supports 3x M.2 slots and 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports. M.2_2 disabled when either USB4 (40Gbps) port is running. PCIEX16(G3) slot shares bandwidth with SATA6G_3 and SATA6G_4; both SATA ports are disabled when PCIEX16(G3) is in use. BIOS allows adjusting defaults. Specifications vary by CPU. |
| Audio | Supports jack-detection, multi-streaming, front panel jack-retasking; supports up to 24-bit/192 kHz playback; audio shielding, premium audio capacitors, dedicated audio PCB layers. A chassis with an HD audio front-panel module is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound output. |
| Networking | ASUS LANGuard present; 1 x Wi-Fi module listed; 1x1 Wi‑Fi (single spatial stream); Bluetooth version may vary per Wi‑Fi module manufacturer. |
| Buttons | Board includes a dedicated BIOS FlashBack™ button. A Clear CMOS header (connector) is present but no dedicated Clear CMOS physical button is listed. No Smart Button or Q-Flash Plus button is mentioned. Additional related headers and features: Chassis Intrusion header, COM Port header, Front Panel Audio (F_AUDIO), S/PDIF Out header, SPI TPM header (14-1 pin), 10-1 System Panel header, plus multiple USB, fan, power, storage connectors. |
| Accessories | Cables 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables Miscellaneous 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna 2 x M.2 rubber packages 1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD Documentation 1 x Quick start guide |
| Dimensions | ATX Form Factor12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm ) |
Note: The specifications and descriptions above are extracted by AI to present the official manufacturer data in a clearer and more natural way for easier understanding. However, this AI-processed information may contain inaccuracies. Please verify all details by consulting the official manufacturer's information provided below.
X870 AYW GAMING WIFI W Compared to Motherboards with Similar Performance and Features
Motherboard Quality & Features per Price Table
| Motherboard (Desc) | Price (Desc) | Overall_Q (Desc) | VRM_Q (Desc) | Chipset (Desc) | Exp_Str (Desc) | Connect (Desc) | Audio (Desc) | Q&F/Price (Desc) |
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$147
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↓
-2.1%
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74.2%
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38.0%
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78.0%
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100.0%
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67.0%
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88.0%
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96.0%
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$250
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0.0%
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73.6%
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60.0%
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93.0%
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107.0%
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68.0%
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40.0%
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55.9%
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$163
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0.0%
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73.6%
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60.0%
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84.0%
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69.0%
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74.0%
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81.0%
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86.1%
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$140
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↓
-33.3%
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72.6%
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54.0%
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76.0%
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71.0%
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71.0%
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91.0%
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98.5%
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$195
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-14.9%
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72.4%
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46.0%
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93.0%
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110.0%
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73.0%
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40.0%
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70.5%
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$176
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0.0%
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72.0%
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54.0%
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76.0%
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71.0%
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71.0%
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88.0%
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77.7%
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$110
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0.0%
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72.0%
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54.0%
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76.0%
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71.0%
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71.0%
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88.0%
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124.4%
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$210
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0.0%
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71.8%
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60.0%
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89.0%
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56.0%
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73.0%
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81.0%
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65.0%
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$170
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0.0%
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71.6%
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54.0%
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86.0%
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72.0%
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62.0%
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84.0%
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80.0%
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Motherboard Comparison and Detail Specifications Table
| Specification | Perf Chart | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Price |
$147
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↓
-2.1%
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$250
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0.0%
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$163
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0.0%
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$140
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↓
-33.3%
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$195
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↓
-14.9%
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$176
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0.0%
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$110
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0.0%
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$210
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0.0%
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$170
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0.0%
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| Manufacturer | ASUS | ASUS | ASUS | MSI | False | MSI | MSI | ASUS | ASRock | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Chip/Socket | B650 / AM5 | AMD X870 Chipset / AM5 | B850M / AM5 | B650 / AM5 | AMD X870 Chipset / AM5 | B650 / AM5 | B650 / AM5 | B850 / AM5 | X870 / AM5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Form | Standard-ATX | Standard-ATX | Micro-ATX | Standard-ATX | Standard-ATX | Standard-ATX | Standard-ATX | Micro-ATX | Standard-ATX | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CPU Phases | 12 (60 A) | 14 (80 A) | 14 (80 A) | 14 (80 A) | 12 (80 A) | 14 (80 A) | 14 (80 A) | 14 (80 A) | 14 (80 A) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| PWR Design | 12+2+1 | 14+2+1 | 14+2+1 | 14+2+1 | 12+2+1 | 14+2+1 | 14+2+1 | 14+2+1 | 14+2+1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Mem Slots | 4 / DDR5 | 4 / DDR5 | 4 / DDR5 | 4 / DDR5 | 4 / DDR5 | 4 / DDR5 | 4 / DDR5 | 4 / DDR5 | 4 / DDR5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Max Mem | 192 GB / 7600 MHz | 256 GB / 8000 MHz | 256 GB / 8000 MHz | 256 GB / 7800 MHz | 256 GB / 8000 MHz | 256 GB / 7600 MHz | 256 GB / 7600 MHz | 256 GB / 8000 MHz | 256 GB / 8000 MHz | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| PCIe | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| PCIe Slots | 3x16 Gen4 | 2x1 Gen4 | 1x16 Gen5 | 3x16 Gen4 | 1x16 Gen5 | 1x1 Gen4 | 2x16 Gen4 | 1x1 Gen3 | 1x16 Gen5 | 3x16 Gen4 | 1x16 Gen3 | 2x16 Gen4 | 1x1 Gen3 | 2x16 Gen4 | 1x1 Gen3 | 1x16 Gen5 | 1x16 Gen5 | 1x16 Gen4 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| M.2 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| SATA | 4 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Audio | ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround So… | Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound Hi… | Realtek ALC1220P | Realtek® ALC4080 Codec | Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound Hi… | Realtek® ALC4080 Codec | Realtek® ALC4080 Codec | Realtek ALC1220P | Realtek ALC1220 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| S/PDIF | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| HDMI | ✔️ (2.1) | ✔️ (2.1) | ✔️ (2.1) | ✔️ (2.1) | ✔️ (2.1) | ✔️ (2.1) | ✔️ (2.1) | ✔️ (2.1) | ✔️ (2.1) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| DP | ✔️ (1.4) | ❌ | ✔️ (1.4) | ✔️ (1.4) | ✔️ (1.4a) | ✔️ (1.4) | ✔️ (1.4) | ✔️ (1.4) | ❌ | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| LAN | 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethern… (1 ports) | 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethern… (2 ports) | Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet (1 ports) | Realtek® RTL8125BG 2.5Gb… (1 ports) | 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethern… (1 ports) | Realtek® RTL8125BG 2.5Gb… (1 ports) | Realtek® RTL8125BG 2.5G … (1 ports) | Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet (1 ports) | 2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1… (1 ports) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | ❌ | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 | ❌ | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BT | v5.2 | ❌ | v5.3 | v5.3 | v5.2 | v5.3 | v5.3 | v5.4 | ❌ | Rear USB |
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VRM Appropriate CPU Specification Table
| CPU | Price | App_Performance | Game_Performance | TDP/Max | C/SC/T | L2/L3 Cache | Base/Boost | Code Name | GPU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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$700
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0.0%
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84.9%
|
84.0%
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120 W / 162 W | 16 / 0 / 32 | 1024.0 kB / 128.0 MB | 4.20 GHz / 5.70 GHz | Raphael | Radeon Graphics | |
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$329
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0.0%
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74.7%
|
80.2%
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120 W / 162 W | 12 / 0 / 24 | 1024.0 kB / 64.0 MB | 4.40 GHz / 5.60 GHz | Granite Ridge | Radeon Graphics | |
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$700
|
0.0%
|
68.0%
|
82.3%
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120 W / 162 W | 12 / 0 / 24 | 1024.0 kB / 128.0 MB | 4.40 GHz / 5.60 GHz | Raphael | Radeon Graphics | |
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$316
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↓
0.0%
|
63.0%
|
76.4%
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65 W / 88 W | 12 / 0 / 24 | 1024.0 kB / 64.0 MB | 3.70 GHz / 5.40 GHz | Raphael | Radeon Graphics | |
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$484
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0.0%
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59.0%
|
100.0%
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120 W / 162 W | 8 / 0 / 16 | 1024.0 kB / 96.0 MB | 4.70 GHz / 5.60 GHz | Granite Ridge | Radeon Graphics | |
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$445
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0.0%
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58.1%
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98.8%
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120 W / 162 W | 8 / 0 / 16 | 1024.0 kB / 96.0 MB | 4.70 GHz / 5.20 GHz | Granite Ridge | Radeon Graphics | |
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$0
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0.0%
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51.9%
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80.9%
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65 W / 88 W | 8 / 0 / 16 | 1024.0 kB / 32.0 MB | 3.80 GHz / 5.50 GHz | Granite Ridge | None | |
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$303
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0.0%
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51.9%
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80.9%
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65 W / 88 W | 8 / 0 / 16 | 1024.0 kB / 32.0 MB | 3.80 GHz / 5.50 GHz | Granite Ridge | Radeon Graphics | |
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$235
|
0.0%
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50.1%
|
78.8%
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105 W / 142 W | 8 / 0 / 16 | 1024.0 kB / 32.0 MB | 4.50 GHz / 5.40 GHz | Raphael | Radeon Graphics | |
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$190
|
↓
-32.1%
|
47.8%
|
78.1%
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65 W / 88 W | 8 / 0 / 16 | 1024.0 kB / 32.0 MB | 3.80 GHz / 5.30 GHz | Raphael | Radeon Graphics | |
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$349
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0.0%
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47.1%
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89.1%
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120 W / 162 W | 8 / 0 / 16 | 1024.0 kB / 96.0 MB | 4.20 GHz / 5.00 GHz | Raphael | Radeon Graphics | |
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$266
|
0.0%
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45.2%
|
63.7%
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65 W / 61 W | 8 / 0 / 16 | 1024.0 kB / 16.0 MB | 4.20 GHz / 5.10 GHz | Phoenix | Radeon 780M | |
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$180
|
↓
-14.3%
|
45.1%
|
63.5%
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65 W / 61 W | 8 / 0 / 16 | 1024.0 kB / 16.0 MB | 4.10 GHz / 5.00 GHz | Phoenix | None | |
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$185
|
0.0%
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43.7%
|
80.4%
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65 W / 88 W | 6 / 0 / 12 | 1024.0 kB / 32.0 MB | 3.90 GHz / 5.40 GHz | Granite Ridge | Radeon Graphics | |
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$0
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0.0%
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41.0%
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77.9%
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65 W / 88 W | 6 / 0 / 12 | 1024.0 kB / 32.0 MB | 3.80 GHz / 5.00 GHz | Granite Ridge | None | |
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$169
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↓
-0.6%
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39.7%
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76.8%
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105 W / 142 W | 6 / 0 / 12 | 1024.0 kB / 32.0 MB | 4.70 GHz / 5.30 GHz | Raphael | Radeon Graphics | |
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$240
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0.0%
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38.8%
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86.0%
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65 W / 88 W | 6 / 0 / 12 | 1024.0 kB / 96.0 MB | 4.10 GHz / 4.70 GHz | Raphael | Radeon Graphics | |
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$169
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↓
-0.6%
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38.2%
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75.3%
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65 W / 88 W | 6 / 0 / 12 | 1024.0 kB / 32.0 MB | 3.80 GHz / 5.10 GHz | Raphael | Radeon Graphics | |
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$103âť—
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0.0%
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37.8%
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74.1%
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65 W / 88 W | 6 / 0 / 12 | 1024.0 kB / 32.0 MB | 3.70 GHz / 5.00 GHz | Raphael | None | |
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$188
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0.0%
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35.8%
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63.7%
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65 W / 61 W | 6 / 0 / 12 | 1024.0 kB / 16.0 MB | 4.30 GHz / 5.00 GHz | Phoenix | Radeon 760M | |
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$0
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0.0%
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34.9%
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73.1%
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65 W / 88 W | 6 / 0 / 12 | 1024.0 kB / 32.0 MB | 3.70 GHz / 4.70 GHz | Raphael | None | |
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$149
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0.0%
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34.7%
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62.3%
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65 W / 61 W | 6 / 0 / 12 | 1024.0 kB / 16.0 MB | 4.20 GHz / 4.70 GHz | Phoenix | None | |
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$149
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0.0%
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31.3%
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57.3%
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65 W / 61 W | 6 / 0 / 12 | 1024.0 kB / 16.0 MB | 3.50 GHz / 5.00 GHz | Phoenix2 | Radeon 740M |
Official Manufacturer Data
Memory:
Supports up to 8000+MT/s(OC) with Ryzen™
9000 & 8000 & 7000 Series Processors
ECC and Non-ECC, Un-buffered DIMM*
Dual channel memory architecture
Supports AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO™
)
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP)
* Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/
.
* Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.
Graphics:
port**
2 x USB4®
(40Gbps) ports support USB Type-C®
display outputs***
* Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to AMD CPU specifications.
** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1.
*** Supports max. 4K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4a.
*** VGA resolution support depends on processors' or graphic cards' resolution.
***2 x USB4®
(40Gbps) ports share bandwidth with M.2_2 slot. M.2_2 slot will be disabled when either of the two USB4®
(40Gbps) ports is running. You can enter the BIOS to adjust the default Settings as required.
Storage:
AMD Ryzen™
9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)**
AMD Ryzen™
8000 Series Desktop Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 mode)**
AMD X870 Chipset
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)**
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports***
* 2 x USB4®
(40Gbps) ports share bandwidth with M.2_2 slot. M.2_2 slot will be disabled when either of the two USB4®
(40Gbps) ports is running. You can enter the BIOS to adjust the default Settings as required.
* PCIEX16(G3) slot shares bandwidth with SATA6G_3 and SATA6G_4 ports. Both SATA ports will be disabled when PCIEX16(G3) slot is running. You can enter the BIOS to adjust the default Settings as required.
** Specifications vary by CPU types.
AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology
Ryzen™
9000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/5/10
Ryzen™
8000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1
Ryzen™
7000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/10
Expansion Slots:
9000 & 7000 Series Desktop Processors*
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (supports x16 mode)
AMD Ryzen™
8000 Series Desktop Processors
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x8/x4 mode)**
AMD X870 Chipset
2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slots (support x1 mode)
1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (supports x1 mode)***
* Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site (
https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/
).
** Specifications vary by CPU types.
*** PCIEX16(G3) slot shares bandwidth with SATA6G_3 and SATA6G_4 ports. Both SATA ports will be disabled when PCIEX16(G3) slot is running. You can enter the BIOS to adjust the default Settings as required.
- To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/
for the list of supported peripherals.
USB:
2 x USB4®
(40Gbps) ports (2 x USB Type-C®
)
1 x USB 10Gbps port (1 x Type-A)
3 x USB 5Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)
4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)
Front USB (Total 7 ports)
1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®
with up to 30W PD/PPS Fast-charge)*
1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
* USB Type-C®
power delivery output: 5V/9V max. 3A, 12V max 2.5A, 15V max. 2.0A
Internal I/O:
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
Power Related
1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
2 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connectors
Storage Related
3 x M.2 slots (Key M)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
USB
1 x USB 20Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®
)
1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
Miscellaneous
3 x Addressable RGB Gen 2 headers
1 x Clear CMOS header
1 x Chassis Intrusion header
1 x COM Port header
1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO)
1 x S/PDIF Out header
1 x SPI TPM header (14-1 pin)
1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header
Back Panel I/O:
(40Gbps) ports (2 x USB Type-C®
)
1 x USB 10Gbps port (1 x Type-A)
3 x USB 5Gbps ports (3 x Type-A)
4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)
1 x HDMI™
port
1 x Wi-Fi module
1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port
3 x Audio jacks
1 x BIOS FlashBack™
button
WiFi:
1x1 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Supports 2.4/5GHz frequency band
Bluetooth®
v5.2*
* The Bluetooth®
version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications.
Audio:
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback
Audio Features
- Audio Shielding
- Premium audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
* A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output.
Special Features:
- DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)
- LANGuard
- Overvoltage protection
- SafeSlot
- Stainless-steel back I/O
ASUS Q-Design
- M.2 Q-Latch
- PCIe Slot Q-Release
- Q-Dashboard
- Q-DIMM
- Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])
- Q-Slot
ASUS Thermal Solution
- M.2 heatsinks
- VRM heatsink design
ASUS EZ DIY
- BIOS FlashBack™
button
- BIOS FlashBack™
LED
- ProCool
- Pre-mounted I/O shield
- SafeSlot
Aura Sync
- Addressable RGB Gen 2 headers
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