The ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR X870E DARK HERO is an ATX-sized motherboard designed for AMD’s latest Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 series processors with the AM5 socket. It offers broad compatibility with DDR5 memory and supports up to 256 GB of memory with four DIMM slots. This motherboard is suitable for demanding users who need versatile connectivity, powerful network capabilities, and extensive storage options.
The motherboard supports AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 series processors with the AM5 socket, ensuring compatibility with the latest CPU models. The ATX-form factor ROG CROSSHAIR X870E DARK HERO utilizes the AMD X870E chipset, providing a stable and powerful platform for gaming and demanding workloads.
There are four memory slots supporting DDR5 SDRAM with a dual-channel architecture. The maximum internal memory is 256 GB, and the motherboard supports both ECC and Non-ECC memory. Storage options are abundant: five M.2 slots, two of which support the PCIe 5.0 standard and three PCIe 4.0 slots, as well as four SATA III connectors. RAID support for levels 0, 1, 5, and 10 enables versatile storage solutions.
The motherboard features two PCI Express x16 slots supporting the Gen 5.x standard, enabling powerful graphics cards and other expansion cards. Connectivity options include six USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports, two USB4 Gen 3×2 ports, and three USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 ports. Additionally, there are three USB 2.0 ports and two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports.
Network connectivity is handled by 5 Gb and 10 Gb Ethernet ports, as well as Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) standard with a MediaTek MT7927 controller. Bluetooth 5.4 is also supported. Audio is powered by the Realtek ALC4082 audio chip, providing 7.1-channel sound. Connections include a microphone input, S/PDIF output, and front panel audio connector.
The motherboard has a 24-pin ATX power connector, an 8-pin EPS power connector, and a 12V connector, ensuring sufficient power delivery for a high-performance setup. Cooling is managed by four chassis fan connectors and a CPU fan connector. Additionally, the motherboard includes one temperature sensor for system temperature monitoring.
The ROG CROSSHAIR X870E DARK HERO uses a UEFI AMI BIOS with a memory size of 512 Mbit. The motherboard color is black, suitable for various builds. It supports the Windows 11 operating system.
| Country of Origin | China |
|---|---|
| PID | 1035707 |
| Product depth (mm) | 244 |
| Product weight (g) | 4 430 |
| Product width (mm) | 305 |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 |
| WiFi | Yes |
| Wireless network standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Motherboard Chipset | AMD X870E |
| Motherboard form factor | ATX |
| Processor Socket | AM5 |
| Maximum supported memory (Gt) | 256 |
| Number of RAM slots | 4 |
| Supported RAM | DDR5 |
| Manufacturer address | "Torshamnsgatan 35, 164 40 Kista, Sweden " |
| Manufacturer's email address | https://www.asus.com/content/asus-product-security-advisory/ |
| Manufacturer name | Asus Nordic AB |
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The ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR X870E DARK HERO is an ATX-sized motherboard designed for AMD's latest Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 series processors with the AM5 socket. It offers broad compatibility with DDR5 memory and supports up to 256 GB of memory with four DIMM slots. This motherboard is suitable for demanding users who need versatile connectivity, powerful network capabilities, and extensive storage options.
The motherboard supports AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 series processors with the AM5 socket, ensuring compatibility with the latest CPU models. The ATX-form factor ROG CROSSHAIR X870E DARK HERO utilizes the AMD X870E chipset, providing a stable and powerful platform for gaming and demanding workloads.
There are four memory slots supporting DDR5 SDRAM with a dual-channel architecture. The maximum internal memory is 256 GB, and the motherboard supports both ECC and Non-ECC memory. Storage options are abundant: five M.2 slots, two of which support the PCIe 5.0 standard and three PCIe 4.0 slots, as well as four SATA III connectors. RAID support for levels 0, 1, 5, and 10 enables versatile storage solutions.
The motherboard features two PCI Express x16 slots supporting the Gen 5.x standard, enabling powerful graphics cards and other expansion cards. Connectivity options include six USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports, two USB4 Gen 3x2 ports, and three USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ports. Additionally, there are three USB 2.0 ports and two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports.
Network connectivity is handled by 5 Gb and 10 Gb Ethernet ports, as well as Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) standard with a MediaTek MT7927 controller. Bluetooth 5.4 is also supported. Audio is powered by the Realtek ALC4082 audio chip, providing 7.1-channel sound. Connections include a microphone input, S/PDIF output, and front panel audio connector.
The motherboard has a 24-pin ATX power connector, an 8-pin EPS power connector, and a 12V connector, ensuring sufficient power delivery for a high-performance setup. Cooling is managed by four chassis fan connectors and a CPU fan connector. Additionally, the motherboard includes one temperature sensor for system temperature monitoring.
The ROG CROSSHAIR X870E DARK HERO uses a UEFI AMI BIOS with a memory size of 512 Mbit. The motherboard color is black, suitable for various builds. It supports the Windows 11 operating system.