Features:

Aura lighting control
A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for the built-in RGB LEDs as well as strips connected to the onboard RGB headers. And it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable ASUS hardware.

RGB LIGHTING PERFECTED
ROG Maximus X Hero features a duo of onboard 5050 RGB headers and an addressable header that can be connected to compatible lighting strips, fans, coolers, and PC cases, creating a new world of illumination possibilities.

Aura lighting control
ASUS Aura has evolved and is friendlier than ever. Aura now supports RGB color codes, for easier setup. You can also customize temperature thresholds to choose how CPU and GPU temps are expressed via RGB lighting.

Infinite lighting possibilities aura-sync
ASUS Aura SDK allows developers to take full advantage of the vast eco-system of Aura Sync-capable PC gear. From in-system illumination to peripherals and beyond, the SDK provides an evolving toolkit of options to enhance games and software with RGB lighting. Game effects, alerts, and audio can all be portrayed via Aura-compatible hardware, creating subtle or dazzling visual cues to augment the action. There's also scope to map system parameters such as temperatures to lighting, giving enthusiasts new ways to monitor vital information.

make it your own
ASUS is the first motherboard manufacturer to support 3D printing, making it easy to customize your motherboard's appearance and improve system performance with a range of printable parts.

Exclusive 3D Mount For Easy Installation
Dedicated 3D Mounts on the motherboard makes fitting 3D-printed parts easy. Using the same screws as M.2 drives and standard motherboard mounting holes, you can easily add nameplates, cable covers, or an M.2 fan holder in a matter of moments.

3D-printable accessories
As system parts are visible in custom PC builds, make yours stand out from the competition with 3D-printed accessories.

2-Way SLI HB bridge cover
Clip the cover onto the PCB SLI HB bridge to add style to your build. Multiple form factors — eATX, ATX and mATX — are available.

Fan grill
Add some style to your build.

Cable Combs
Keep cables organized with the multi-connector design. 3D design files are available for 24-pin, 8-pin, 8 + 6-pin, 6-pin and 4-pin PSU connectors.

ROG FONTS
Use ROG font files to print letters, then fully customize your build by adding your name or any other word or phrase!

ROG KEYCHAIN
Print a 3D keychain and show your ROG passion to the world!

M.2 HEATSINK
ROG Maximus X Hero is equipped with a stylish, angular M.2 heatsink that keeps your SSD cool. By efficiently dissipating heat away from the M.2 area, ROG Maximus X Hero minimizes the possibility of the performance-sapping throttling that can happen when drives become too warm. The heatsink's angular design adds an eye-catching touch to any build, while the T-sensor detects temperatures in the vital M.2 area for instant monitoring.

Cooler By Design
ROG Maximus X Hero features the most comprehensive cooling controls ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS:

• Multiple temperature sources - Each header can be set to monitor and react to three user-configurable thermal sensors, for workload based cooling. All easily managed by Fan Xpert 4 or UEFI.
• Water pump+ - A dedicated header that can supply over 3A to high-performance PWM or DC water pumps.
• 4-pin PWM/DC fan - Every onboard header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.
• Fan Extension Header - Allows expansion of three additional DC or PWM fan headers, plus three thermal-probe headers.
• Smart protection - A dedicated integrated circuit that protects each fan header from over-temperature and over-current.
• Water in/out - Allows for monitoring of temperature at the input/out of any component.
• Water flow - Allows for constant monitoring of the flow rate of entire loop
• AIO pump - An All-In-One header that supports auto-detection of PWM, DC fans and water pumps.

2x2 802.11AC Wi-Fi with MU-MIMO
ROG Maximus X Hero is engineered with 2x2 dual-band 2.4/5GHz antennas for up to 867 Mbit/s* transfer speeds — and the very latest Multi-User MIMO (MU-MIMO) technology** to ensure that every connected user experiences the best wireless and online speeds!

Intel Ethernet
Featuring the latest Intel® Ethernet (I219-V) for faster, smoother gaming. Intel Ethernet controllers have a natural synergy with their CPUs and chipsets, reducing processor overhead and offering exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput, so there's more power for games and other tasks.

LANGuard
LANGuard means safer, more reliable connections for your battles! Advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounting processes join forces to protect your ROG Maximus X Hero motherboard's connection, plus electrostatically guarded and surge-protected components (ESD Guards) for 1.9x greater tolerance to static electricity and 2.5x greater protection (up to 15kV) against surges!

GAMEFIRST IV
GameFirst IV optimizes network traffic for faster, lag-free online gaming — and now we've added Multi-Gate Teaming to team all your networks for gargantuan bandwidth and the smoothest-ever gameplay. You'll also enjoy all-new Intelligent mode, which automatically compiles a database by parsing new app data to ensure that every game is optimized for the best performance.

LET YOUR SSD SCREAM AT TOP SPEED
With x4 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 bandwidth, M.2 supports up to 32Gbit/s data-transfer speeds. It is the perfect choice for an operating system or application drive, making your whole PC or professional apps work as fast as possible.

DDR4 OC 4133MHz+
ASUS OptiMem preserves memory signal integrity by routing memory traces and vias to the optimal PCB layer, and our T-Topology layout ensures time-aligned signaling by balancing trace lengths between memory slots. These enhancements lead to more headroom for overclocking and improved stability, allowing memory speeds of DDR4-4133 and beyond with all slots populated.

OC DESIGN- ASUS PRO CLOCK II TECHNOLOGY
A dedicated base-clock (BCLK) generator that extends CPU and memory overclocking margins. This custom solution works in tandem with the TPU to enhance voltage and base-clock overclocking control, providing the flexibility to extract every ounce of performance from 8th Generation Intel® processors.

One-click overclock and cooling, done!
One click takes care of all that complex tuning. ASUS 5-Way Optimization makes your PC smart. It dynamically optimizes essential aspects of the system, providing overclocking and cooling profiles that are tailored for your rig.

• An automated tuning utility that optimizes overclocking and cooling profiles for your unique system configuration.
• Fans stay whisper-quiet for everyday computing, and deliver optimal airflow when the system is crunching through CPU or GPU-intensive tasks.
• All-new stress test that allows users to optimize and overclock for CPU or memory-centric workloads.

CPU PERFORMANCE BOOST
Unleash your PC's full performance with the ASUS AI Suite 3 utility. A TurboV Processing Unit (TPU) is the intelligence behind our automated system-tuning utility, offering the ability to fine-tune voltages, monitor system stats, and adjust overclock parameters for optimal performance.

ALL-ROUND ENERGY EFFICIENCY
With the Energy Processing Unit (EPU) you'll enjoy system-wide power savings. The EPU automatically optimizes power consumption and maximizes savings with Away mode — a smart setting that creates an extreme energy-saving scenario by shutting down unused I/O controllers.

FLEXIBLE COOLING CONTROLS FOR AIR OR LIQUID
With ROG Maximus X Hero you have comprehensive control over fans, water pumps and even all-in-one (AIO) coolers, via either Fan Expert 4 or our award-winning UEFI. Whether you're cooling with air or water, Auto-Tuning mode intelligently configures all parameters with a single click. There's also an Extreme Quiet mode, which reduces all fan speeds to below the default minimum — keeping your system whisper-quiet when performing light tasks.

PRECISE DIGITAL POWER CONTROL
ROG's Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) delivers real-time control over voltage droop, switching frequency and power -efficiency settings, allowing you to fine-tune CPU voltage regulation for ultimate stability and performance.

OPTIMIZE PER-CORE PERFORMANCE FOR EVERY APP
Intel's latest processors feature per-core tuning, and the ASUS Turbo Core app makes use of this feature by enabling you to assign applications to specific processor cores, allowing you to prioritize compute power where it's needed most.

Media-acclaimed UEFI BIOS
The smoothest, slickest mouse-controlled graphical BIOS has been improved to make it even more gorgeous. Whether you're a PC novice or a seasoned overclocker, the EZ and Advanced Modes help you find your way, quickly and easily.

EZ Mode

• EZ Tuning Wizard - OC and RAID. Select your hardware and apply different scenarios to tune system performance, or streamline your RAID configuration for faster data retrieval and backups.
• Intuitive graphical fan control - Fine-tune individual fans simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.
• SATA Information - View SATA port details for easy device recognition.
• Fast Clock Adjustment - Use mouse controls to change the time and date.

Advanced Mode

• My Favorites - Quickly find tuning options and add preferred tools to the list.
• EZ Flash 3 - Flash the latest BIOS via the internet from within the BIOS.
• SMART - Check up your storages devices' Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology logs to gauge reliability and to identify potential failures.
• GPU POST - Automatically detect selected ASUS graphics cards to view detailed information.
• Secure Erase - Restore your SSDs to factory-fresh condition.
• Last Modified Log - Track the latest changes and save preferred profiles onto a USB drive.
• SATA Port Renaming - Rename SATA ports for easy identification.

SupremeFX
ROG's awesome SupremeFX audio technology has levelled up, delivering an exceptional 113dB signal-to-noise ratio on the line-in connection — and that means our best-ever recording quality! We've also added a low-dropout regulator for cleaner power delivery to the SupremeFX S1220 codec, an ESS® Sabre Hi-Fi ES9023P digital-to-analog converter for superior front-panel output, and a Texas Instruments® RC4850 op-amp for high gain with low distortion — which all adds up to audio that envelops you as never before.

Nichicon caps
Fine-quality Japanese-made components that produce a warmer, natural sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity.

Sonic Studio III
Sonic Studio supports HRTF-based (head-related transfer function*) virtual surround for VR 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, allowing you to tailor acoustics to suit personal preferences or the characteristics of your headset.

App-specific profiles
Apply customized audio settings to different applications, so everything you do is perfectly tuned to the way you want to listen.

Sonic Studio Link
New Sonic Studio Link VR functionality extends its HRTF effects to headsets like the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive.

Surround sound
Surround sound for a truly immersive audio experience

Sonic Radar III
Sonic Radar III is all new – with an evolved audio engine that processes sounds more accurately than ever, ensuring you're always aware of what's going on around you. A new on-screen arrow has also been added to help you pinpoint the enemy position instantly!

Improved Audio Algorithm
The new Sonic Radar audio algorithm is now even more accurate to allow enemies to be pinpointed with even more accuracy.

3D Engine
Sonic Radar III is built around it's all new HUD with an in-game 3 dimensional arrow for a more intuitive experience.

Audio Boost
The new audio boost feature now allows the boosted audio to be heard directly.

Audio Radar
Sonic Radar 3 is effective regardless of surrounding noise and chaos.

Pre-mounted I/O shield
ROG's patent-pending I/O shield is capable of withstanding electrostatic discharge up to 12kV, and is pre-fitted to make it even easier to install the motherboard. Its sleek new design looks as good as it performs.

Safeslot
2X slots Provides stronger PCIe device retention and greater shearing resistance.

ESD Guards
2X greater electrostatic protection than standard. ESD Guards cover the USB, audio and LAN ports.

TrueVolt USB
2 dedicated USB power supplies rock-steady 5V to all USB ports, minimizing power fluctuations for minimal data loss

Q-connector
1 piece sorts all front-panel cables

Q-Slot
1 clip to swap or secure your graphics card

Q-DIMM
1 sided clips for super-simple, super-secure handling of memory modules

Overwolf
Overwolf is a clever, unobtrusive overlay that keeps you in the game and allows you to browse the Web, email, IM, stream or record while you play. The overlay features color-matched ROG skins that show you're part of an elite pack. Grab it now from the Overwolf Appstore!

ROG Clone Drive
ROG Clone Drive is the smart, convenient cloning solution that quickly and efficiently replicates hard drives or SSDs. Clone Drive is so smart that it can clone one drive to two target drives at the same time, or image any file from your disk at breakneck speeds.

RAMCache
ROG's uniquely intelligent technology effectively caches an entire storage device so that favorite games and apps launch at breakneck speeds, getting to work the moment it's activated. RAMCache turns milliseconds into microseconds to boost game-load times to stratospheric levels!

KeyBot II
Get a free keyboard upgrade from an exclusive microprocessor and also intuitive user interface. Record macros directly from the keyboard; switch profiles in moments; enable special functions with hotkeys from F1 to F10; or start and even boost your PC from shutdown (S5 mode)!

AI Suite 3
One-stop control panel

ROG theme CPU-Z
Shows your important system information with pride

Mem TweakIt
Dynamic timing monitoring, DRAM efficiency gauge

RAMDisk
Boost your favorite applications up to 20X faster than SSD with the junction function

Kaspersky® Anti-Virus (1 year)
The best protection from viruses and spyware

DAEMON tools software
The leading tool for optical and virtual discs

PC Cleaner
Accelerate your PC by eliminating clogs with simple click

Beyond VR READY
ROG Maximus X Hero isn't just VR ready — it goes way beyond! The ASUS ROG Beyond VR Ready marque means that ROG Maximus X Hero has been tested with loads of class-leading components to ensure that your productivity, gaming and entertainment needs are tuned for maximum performance. ASUS ROG Beyond VR Ready opens up a new way to configure and build your dream system with total confidence.

Intel® Z370 chipset
The Intel® Z370 chipset supports 8th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Additionally, the Z370 provides a maximum of 10 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, six SATA 6Gbps ports, and 32Gbps M.2 and PCIe 3.0 lane speed support, for faster data retrieval. Intel Z370 also supports integrated-graphics, so you'll enjoy the very latest in graphics performance.

Ready for 8th Generation Intel LGA1151 Core processors
This motherboard supports 8th Generation Intel® Core™ processors in the LGA1151 package, with integrated graphics, memory and PCI Express controllers to support onboard graphics output with dedicated chipsets, dual-channel (4-DIMM) DDR4 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes for great performance.

Specifications:

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Specifications
Product Code	ROG MAXIMUS X HERO (WI-FI AC)
CPU	Intel Socket 1151 for 8 Generation Core Processors
	Supports Intel 14 nm CPU
	Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
	* The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.
	* Refer to for CPU support list
Chipset	Intel Z370
Memory	4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 4133(O.C.) / 4000(O.C.) / 3866(O.C.) / 3733(O.C.) / 3600(O.C.) / 3466(O.C.) / 3400(O.C.) / 3333(O.C.) / 3300(O.C.) / 3200(O.C.) / 3000(O.C.) / 2800(O.C.) / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
	Dual Channel Memory Architecture
	Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
	* Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs.
	* Refer to for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
Graphic	Integrated Graphics Processor
	Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DisplayPort 1.2 ports
	- Supports HDMI with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz
	- Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution 4096 x 2304 @ 60 Hz
	Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB
Multi-GPU Support	Supports NVIDIA 2-Way SLI Technology
	Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX Technology
Expansion Slots	Intel Z370 Chipset
	2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 or dual x8 or x8/x4/x4)
	1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 mode)
	3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1
Storage	Intel Z370 Chipset :
	1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
	1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
	6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s)
	Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
	Supports Intel Smart Response Technology
	Intel Optane Memory Ready
LAN	Intel I219V
	Anti-surge LANGuard
	ROG GameFirst IV
Wireless Data Network	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
	Supports dual band frequency 2.4/5 GHz
	Supports MU-MIMO
Bluetooth	Bluetooth V4.2
Audio	ROG SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC S1220
	- 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
	- SupremeFX Shielding Technology
	- ESS ES9023P
	- Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback
	Audio Feature :
	- Gold-plated jacks
	- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
	- Sonic Radar III
	- Sonic Studio III
USB Ports	ASMedia USB 3.1 Gen 2 controller :
	1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector port(s)
	ASMedia USB 3.1 Gen 2 controller :
	2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port(s) (2 at back panel, Type-A + USB Type-C)
	Intel Z370 Chipset :
	6 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) (4 at back panel, +blue, 2 at mid-board)
	Intel Z370 Chipset :
	6 x USB 2.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, +black, 4 at mid-board)
ROG Exclusive Features	ROG RAMCache II
	ROG CPU-Z
	ROG CloneDrive
	Pre-mounted I/O Shield
	MemOK! Button
	Slow Mode
	Overwolf
	GameFirst IV
	Extreme Engine Digi+ :
	- MicroFine Alloy Chokes
	- NexFET Power Block MOSFET
	- 10K Black Metallic Capacitors
	Mem TweakIt
	ROG Extreme OC kit :
	- ReTry button
	- Safe Boot button
	- Start button
	- Reset button
	- LN2 Mode
	KeyBot II
	- One-click Overclocking
	- X.M.P.
	- DirectKey
	- ClrCMOS
	- Power On
	UEFI BIOS features :
	- O.C. Profile
	- Tweakers' Paradise
	- ROG SSD Secure Erase
	ROG RAMDisk
	Extreme Tweaker
	USB BIOS Flashback
	Overclocking Protection :
	- ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)
Special Features	ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5 :
	- 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ VRM, Fan Expert 4, and Turbo App
	AURA :
	- Aura Lighting Control
	- Aura RGB Strip Headers
	- Aura Lighting Effects Synchronization with compatible ASUS ROG devices
	- Aura Addressable Strip Header(s)
	ASUS Exclusive Features :
	- AI Suite 3
	- Disk Unlocker
	ASUS EZ DIY :
	- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
	- ASUS EZ Flash 3
	CPU Installation Tool
	- Three-step simplicity and safety
	ASUS Q-Design :
	- ASUS Q-Code
	- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
	- ASUS Q-Slot
	- ASUS Q-DIMM
	- ASUS Q-Connector
	Gaming Aesthetics :
	- 3D printing friendly
	- AURA-RGB Lighting
Back I/O Ports	1 x DisplayPort
	1 x HDMI
	1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
	2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A + USB Type-C
	4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (blue)
	2 x USB 2.0
	1 x Optical S/PDIF out
	1 x Clear CMOS button(s)
	1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button(s)
	1 x ASUS 2x2 Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.2 module
	5 x Gold-plated audio jacks
Internal I/O Ports	1 x Aura Addressable Strip Header(s)
	2 x Aura RGB Strip Headers
	1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s)
	2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s)
	1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
	1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
	1 x TPM connector(s)
	6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
	1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin)
	1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin)
	3 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (3 x 4 -pin)
	1 x AIO_PUMP connector (1 x 4 -pin)
	1 x H_AMP fan connector
	1 x W_PUMP+ connector (1 x 4 -pin)
	1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
	1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
	1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
	1 x MemOK! button(s)
	1 x Slow Mode switch(es)
	1 x Reset button(s)
	1 x LN2 Mode jumper(s)
	1 x Safe Boot button
	1 x ReTry button
	1 x System panel connector
	3 x 3D Mount screw port(s)
	1 x EXT_Fan header
	1 x W_IN header
	1 x W_OUT header
	1 x W_FLOW header
	1 x Thermal sensor connector
	1 x Start button
	1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector
Accessories	User's manual
	4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
	1 x M.2 Screw Package
	1 x CPU installation tool
	1 x Supporting DVD
	1 x ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant)
	1 x MOS fan bracket kit
	1 x SLI HB BRIDGE(2-WAY-M)
	1 x ROG big sticker
	1 x Q-Connector
	1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips (80 cm)
	1 x Extension cable for Addressable LED
	1 x 3D printing mount package
	1 x ROG coaster(s)
BIOS	1 x 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut functions and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information.
Operating System	Windows 10 64-bit
Form Factor	ATX Form Factor
	12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )