The ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Edition 20 is a flagship E-ATX gaming motherboard for AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series desktop processors, combining the AMD X870E chipset with an advanced 24+2+2 power-stage design, DDR5 memory support, PCIe 5.0 connectivity and up to nine M.2 slots. Supporting up to 256GB of DDR5 memory with speeds up to 8600+ MT/s via overclocking on Ryzen 9000 processors, the motherboard features NitroPath DRAM Technology, DIMM Fit Pro and AMD EXPO support for advanced memory optimisation. Two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots provide high-bandwidth expansion, while five onboard M.2 slots, a ROG Hyper M.2 card and ROG Q-DIMM.2 enable up to nine M.2 storage devices, including multiple PCIe 5.0 x4 interfaces. Networking includes dual 10Gb Ethernet and WiFi 7 with 320MHz channels, 6GHz support and 4096-QAM, while two USB4 40Gbps Type-C ports and extensive USB 10Gbps and 20Gbps connectivity provide high-speed peripheral support. The ROG Crosshair X870E Edition 20 also features ROG SupremeFX 7.1-channel audio with an ESS ES9219 QUAD DAC, Dolby Atmos, Bluetooth LE Audio and LHDC support. A full-copper VRM heatsink, 3D VC M.2 heatsink, M.2 heatsinks with backplates and comprehensive fan and pump headers provide extensive cooling support, while the included ROG RYUJIN 360 Edition 20 features a copper CPU/VRM liquid cold plate and swivel dual 6.67 inch AMOLED LCD displays for a distinctive showcase setup. Designed for enthusiast gaming PCs, overclocking, high-speed storage and demanding workloads, the ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Edition 20 delivers an extensive feature set with advanced connectivity, cooling and personalisation options.
Features
ROG Crosshair X870E Edition 20
Innovate. Perform. Dominate.
Created to celebrate ROG's 20th anniversary, the ROG Crosshair X870E Edition 20 combines iconic design, exclusive collectability, and flagship performance in one exceptional platform.
Equipped with robust 24+2+2 power stages, up to nine M.2 slots, and a full-copper VRM thermal solution, it delivers uncompromising stability and cooling for extreme performance.
Paired exclusively with the ROG RYUJIN 360 EDITION 20, featuring the Asetek EMMA Gen10 V3Rx pump and a high-performance cold plate crafted from 99.95% high-purity copper, designed to simultaneously cool both the CPU and critical VRM components, this ultimate combination pushes thermal performance even further.
Completing the experience is the Swivel Dual 6.67" Curved AMOLED Display with ASUS Info hub control, transforming the system into a synchronised showcase of performance and immersive visuals.
- Teamed Power Solution
- Full Copper Vrm Heatsink
- Up to Nine M.2 Slots - Five Onboard Slots Plus Two Slots via Rog Hyper M.2 Card and Two Slots via Rog Q-dimm.2
- Rog Ryujin 360 Edition 20 - Asetek Emma Gen10 V3rx Pump, 40mm Thick, 20 Fpi Non-louvred Radiator, Swivel Dual 6.67" Curved AMOLED Display, Display Sync-up Mode
- Asus Aio Q-connector
- 3D VC M.2 Heatsink
- Ddr5 - Max. 256 Gb, Server-grade Dram Enhancement, Nitropath Dram Technology, AEMP
- Rog Memory Q-fan
Cooling - Onboard
Copper VRM Thermal Solution
A whole-copper thermal solution cools both the CPU and VRM area simultaneously, delivering exceptional and sustained performance even under the most demanding workloads.
3D VC M.2 Heatsink
The 3D vapour chamber M.2 heatsink offers a larger heat dissipation area, connected to extended heat pipes through a temperature equalisation plate to form a vacuum chamber, significantly improving cooling for PCle 5.0 M.2 SSDs.
M.2 Heatsinks
Large aluminium heatsinks provide extensive surface area to cool mounted M.2 drives, and three onboard M.2 slots have dedicated backplates for additional heat dissipation.
Chipset Heatsink and 3mm Backplate Heatsink
A dedicated heatsink draws heat away from the chipset to maintain optimum operating temperature.
ROG Ryujin 360 Edition 20
- Asetek Emma Gen10 V3rx Pump
- Microfinned Copper Cold plate
- Copper Heatsink
- Swivel Dual 6.67" Curved AMOLED Display
- Lower 40°C - Mosfet Temperature
- Lower 10% - CPU Temperature
- 5.71 mmH2O Air Pressure
- 95.65 CFM Air Flow
- 500~2600&plus-minus;10% RPM Fan Speed
Heavy-Duty Radiator
The Counter-Cross Flow Hex radiator reengineers the liquid path through the 40mm-thick radiator to maximise heat dissipation surface area and thermal efficiency, delivering exceptional cooling performance.
Personalisation
Swivel Dual 6.67" Curved AMOLED Display
The ROG Crosshair X870E Edition 20 features a swivel dual 6.67-inch curved AMOLED display that can be adjusted to the perfect viewing angle. You can enable Display Sync-Up Mode through ASUS Info Hub to seamlessly synchronise visuals between the ROG Crosshair X870E Edition 20 and the ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 Edition 20.
Asus AI Intelligence
AI Cache Boost
Supercharge your large language model (LLM) workflows with AI Cache Boost. Exclusive to ASUS AMD 800 and 600 series motherboards that use Ryzen™ 9000 Series CPUs, this BIOS setting optimises CPU cache and memory pathways to deliver up to 29% faster local LLM performance with high-speed memory tuning.
Increase AI LLM performance up to 29% with AI Cache Boost
Tokens Per Second
With an ASUS AMD 600 or 800 series motherboard and a Ryzen™ 9000 series CPU, you can enable the AI Cache Boost setting in the BIOS. This feature applies comprehensive optimisations to CPU cache and memory pathways, greatly reducing the typical performance drop that can happen when VRAM is used up. Internal testing determined that enabling AI Cache Boost delivered up to a 15% performance uplift when running large language models that exceeded graphics card memory. With high-speed DDR5 memory and additional Infinity Fabric clock (FLCK) speed tuning, this performance uplift nearly doubled. For enthusiasts, creators or anyone who wants a powerful AI model capable of deep reasoning and natural conversation running on their own hardware, they can enjoy these uplifts today with AI Cache Boost.
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D - RX9070XT-16GB - ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
- Default: 6.35
- AI Cache Boost: 7.31 - +15.12%
- AI Cache Boost: 8.2 (EXPO8000 + FCLK 2200MHz)
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D - RTX5080-16GB - ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
- Default: 6.01
- AI Cache Boost: 6.96 - +15.81%
- AI Cache Boost: 7.64 (EXPO8000 + FCLK 2200MHz)
Benchmark
Run AI applications on your PC more smoothly with AI Cache Boost
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D - RTX 4090 - ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
Geekbench AI (Higher is better)
- Default: 51786
- AI Cache Boost: 54392 - +5.03%
- AI Cache Boost & Turbo Game Mode: 56757
UL Procyon - AI Computer Vision Benchmark (Higher is better)
- Default: 1426
- AI Cache Boost: 1485 - +4.14%
- AI Cache Boost & Turbo Game Mode: 1702
Topaz Video AI (Lower is better)
- Default: 153 sec
- AI Cache Boost: 148 sec - +3.27%
- AI Cache Boost & Turbo Game Mode: 145 sec - +5.2
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D - RTX 4090 - ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
UL Procyon - AI Computer Vision Benchmark - (Higher is better) Default: 1490 AI Cache Boost: 1680
Asus AI Advisor
Using AI technology to understand natural-language questions or scenario descriptions, ASUS AI Advisor allows users to explore the functionality and advanced features of ASUS motherboards in a simple and straightforward way.
ASUS AI Advisor is an ASUS technical expert that's always available to answer your questions. Owners of compatible ASUS motherboards can interact with this AI-powered technology using natural language to learn more about their hardware. For DIY beginners, it can provide easy-to-understand explanations of one-click optimisation features like AI Overclocking and fan speed tuning, and for seasoned PC-building veterans, it can offer guidance and instructions on the latest features offered by ASUS.
* Availability of ASUS AI Advisor may vary by region.
AI Overclocking
ASUS AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration and push the system to its limits. Predicted values can be engaged automatically or used as a launching ground for further experimentation.
AI Cooling II
A proprietary ASUS algorithm slashes unnecessary noise while running a quick stress test, and then monitors CPU temperatures to dynamically adjust fans to optimal speeds.
AI Networking II
MLO Wizard
MLO Wizard assesses your environment for Multi-Link Operation support across your device, router and operating system, while also visualising the current traffic capacity on each of your router's frequency bands.
Traffic Monitor
Armoury Crate's Traffic Monitor tracks your current WiFi channel usage. Move to a less congested channel by clicking the "Channel Switch" button (The "Channel Switch" function requires pairing with an ASUS router. If not paired with an ASUS router, the channel change process can be performed in the "Router IP" section of the Traffic Monitor) for improved network performance.
Fast Check
Armoury Crate's Fast Check empowers users to rapidly detect WiFi signal strength.
Direction Finder
Armoury Crate's Direction Finder (The Direction Finder is only compatible with connections in the 5GHz and 6GHz bands) helps users detect the optimal antenna orientation for achieving the best WiFi signal strength.
GameFirst
GameFirst is now integrated into Armoury Crate for an even better user experience. GameFirst optimises networking performance by allocating bandwidth in real time, based on intelligent algorithms designed for various application customisable usage scenarios and corresponding learning algorithms. The latest update includes dedicated support for NVIDIA® GeForce NOW to ensure the lowest latency possible during intense game streaming cloud gaming sessions. To provide a better user's experience, GameFirst is now integrated into Armoury Crate.
Performance Overclocking
Dynamic OC Switcher
Dynamic OC Switcher maximises CPU performance by letting you set current and temperature thresholds to automatically switch between a manual overlock for heavy multithreaded workloads and Precision Boost Overdrive for single-threaded tasks. The latest Overclocking Load Guard has an enhanced instantaneous current protection mechanism to prevent users from experiencing system crashes during overclocking.
Temp Current
Manual OC - Multi-Threaded Performance (Ex: > 35A, < 80°) AMD PBO - Single-Threaded Performance (Ex: ≤ 35A, ≥80°)
Example
If a user sets thresholds for current and temperature as shown, once CPU current exceeds 35A, the manual overclock engages until the temperature reaches 80°. At all other times, Precision Boost Overdrive will be used.
Core Flex
Core Flex empowers you to smash limits farther than ever before by letting you control clock, power, and thermals in creative new ways.
In its simplest form, you can maximise base clock during lighter loads and set breakpoints to gradually reduce CPU core frequency as temperature or current increases. But the system is extremely adaptable, supporting multiple user-controlled functions that can manipulate power, current, and temperature limits independently so that you can bend CPU performance to your will.
Temp Current Voltage
- Max Performance
- Medium
- Safe & Stable
Example
Base Clock
- For this CPU, the base clock (BCLK) can be stably increased to give an extra boost during lightly threaded workloads.
- At Level 1, the BCLK is set to 104, and it remains at that frequency until the current reaches 35A.
- Then the BCLK drops down to 102, and stays in that Level 2 range up until 55A.
- From that point on, the CPU is using most or all of its threads, so the BCLK scales back to the default 100.
EDC
- By managing the Electrical Design Current (EDC) in tandem with the total current, this CPU can gain extra performance for short, demanding bursts.
- During lightly threaded workloads, below 35A, the Level 1 EDC is set to a low value, in this case 60.
- As more cores are needed, the EDC is set to 120, which was found by this user to be a sweet spot for performance.
- Once the CPU passes 70A, it is in multi-threaded territory, where it was found that a high EDC of 250 gave optimal performance.
PPT
- In order to let the CPU cool off if its temperatures go too high, this user constrains the Package Power Target (PPT) when thermals increase. Specifically the short-term value (“Fast”) is used.
- Until the CPU reaches 70°, it can run at full performance, so 350W is set to give plenty of overhead.
- At that point, the power limit reduces to 220W, to let the CPU start reducing heat.
- If it is still under sustained load and keeps getting hotter, then a more stringent 165W PPT is set at 85°.
Asynchronous Clock
For next-level frequency flexibility, the ROG Crosshair X870E Edition 20 features a built-in clock generator that isolates CPU base clock from memory, PCIe, and the Infinity Fabric speed.
Drive CPU performance to its absolute brink while maintaining the stability of related clock domains.
Separate CPU BCLK from other components for a stable overclocking edge.
SoC-Connected Components.
- Crystal - Crystal Oscillator
- ProClock II - Clock Generator
- BCLK1 - iGPU, Memory, Infinity, Fabric, NBIO
- BCLK2 - CPU Clock
PBO Enhancement
AMD Precision Boost Overdrive (PBO) pushes the CPU current and voltage budget to opportunistically increase performance.
By aggressively tuning the PBO parameters, AMD's algorithm can leverage the motherboard's robust power solution to ramp up performance even higher.
Overclocker's Toolkit
The ROG Overclocker's Toolkit is a powerful set of hardware-level controls to enhance your overclocking experience. Some are quick and easy time savers, while others offer masterful functionality to help you smash benchmarks and break records.
Safe Boot Button
Instantly reset the PC and boot directly into Safe mode.
RSVD Switch
Helps the system boot under extreme temperatures (≤ -120°C)
BCLK Buttons
Adjust the BCLK frequency to improve system performance.
LN2 Mode
Jumper to enable special options and functions for liquid-nitrogen (LN2) overclocking.
Probe it
Includes eighteen integrated measurement points for advanced tuning.
BIOS Switch
Switches between BIOS 1 and 2.
Retry Button
Instantly initiates a hard reset with just a press.
Slow Mode Switch
Reduces the CPU ratio to 8X to keep the system stable during setup for extreme overclocking.
Performance - Memory
Server-Grade DRAM Enhancement
Thanks to improved signal routing, now enthusiast-grade kits can be driven far beyond the 9 GT/s mark on the ROG Crosshair X870E Edition 20 (Memory overclocking may vary between CPU series).
Server-Grade PCB Design
Ultra Low-Etch Process
A server-grade ultra low-etch process provides a specialised PCB treatment that improves material uniformity and layer flatness. This enhances the grounding structure to deliver more consistent signal integrity, leading to a stable environment for high-speed DDR5 tuning and more headroom for overclocking.
PCB Back Drilling
This special signal routing design helps optimise data integrity and system performance by limiting interference, noise, and crosstalk between the connection layers of a high-performance PCB.
Eight-Layer Design
Built on a server-grade eight-layer blueprint, the motherboard's core is engineered for precision. High-speed bus signals for PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 are clean and stable via controlled impedance and dedicated power/ground layers, while the stiffer structure enhances durability. The result is quieter signal behaviour and steadier performance under pressure.
Two-Ounce Copper Power Planes
With two-ounce copper power planes, current flows with less resistance and heat spreads more evenly. VRM temperatures are easier to control during sustained loads, unlocking more headroom for performance and overclocking. Thicker copper means steadier power delivery, faster heat dissipation, and long-term reliability you can count on.
DDR5 Strength
For those who want to fly past stock DDR5 speeds, the ROG Crosshair X870E Edition 20 is primed and ready for enthusiast-grade kits courtesy of vast AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) support. Seasoned veterans can further tweak performance via the extensive array of settings in the UEFI.
*Memory overclocking may vary between CPU series. Please refer to the spec table for detailed information.
*Max Manual Overclocking: Achievable with advanced BIOS configuration and potentially specialised hardware. Passed AIDA64 memory benchmark at this frequency, verifying read/write bandwidth. Results may vary according to system components.
DIMM Fit / DIMM Fit Pro
DIMM Fit is an ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature that precisely analyses individual memory modules to optimise performance and pinpoint potential issues; whereas DIMM Fit Pro is an advanced option that provides more extensive customisability for memory optimisation.
DIMM Fit Pro gives advanced PC builders more extensive customisability for memory tuning. It allows users to control up to twenty overclocking parameters, define testing ranges, and prioritise stability or performance, offering a more flexible and granular approach to memory optimisation.
NitroPath DRAM Technology
NitroPath DRAM Technology provides enhanced DDR5 memory performance. Shorter gold finger pins and optimised signal pathways ensure faster data transfers between your DRAM and CPU, allowing for greater memory overclocking headroom and stability. These reinformed DRAM slots are also better prepared to withstand the wear and tear of the RAM installation process than traditional slot designs, perfect for enthusiasts who keep their system upgraded with the fastest kits available.
- Frequency up to 400 MT/s higher
- Slot retention force enhanced by 57%
- Gold finger stub >70% shorter
- Conventional Slot
- NitroPath DRAM Slot
AEMP
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) is an exclusive firmware feature for PMIC-restricted memory modules.
AEMP automatically detects the memory chips on your kit and then presents optimised frequency, timing and voltage profiles that you can effortlessly apply to unleash performance.
Power Solution
ROG Ultimate Power Solution - 24(110A)+2(110A)+2(80A) Power Stages
8 + 8-Pin Procool II Power Connectors
Dual Procool connectors ensure a snug and reliable connection to the EPS 12V power lines.
24+2+2 Power Stages
The VRM features 24+2+2 power stages, each rated to handle up to 110 amps.
- 24 VCORE (110A)
- 2 SoC (110A)
- 2 MISC (80A)
10K Black Metallic Capacitors
Input and output filtering is provided by solid-polymer capacitors rated for high operating temperatures.
Microfine Alloy Chokes
Each power stage is accompanied by a high-permeability alloy-core choke rated to handle 45 amps.
Connectivity
- Republic of Gamers, 20th Anniversary Protocol
- Build: v20.06-v20.26
Pcie 5.0
Fully embracing the new standard, the ROG Crosshair X870E Edition 20 offers abundant Gen 5 support to give unfettered bandwidth to the fastest SSDs and graphics cards available.
PCIe® Lane Optimisation
Gaming & Streaming
Fully utilises native PCle 5.0 lanes supported by AMD Ryzen™ 9000 & 7000 CPUs, delivering optimised bandwidth for maximum gaming performance.
- 24 PCle 5.0 lanes
- PCle 5.0 X4 for M.2 SSD
- PCle 5.0 X16 for GPU
- PCle 5.0 X4 for M.2 SSD
Maximum Storage
With two expansion cards, the ROG CROSSHAIR X870E GLACIAL supports up to seven M.2 slots, ideal for users seeking massive high-speed storage.
- Supports up to 9 M.2 Slots
- PCle 5.0 M.2
- PCle 4.0 M.2
- 2 x PCle 4.0 M.2 via ROG Q-DIMM.2
- 2 x PCle 5.0 M.2 via ROG HYPER M.2 CARD
Advanced Creation & AI
Cater to professional creators and demanding Al workloads, including dual GPU support for intensive Al and rendering tasks.
Five Onboard M.2 Slots
The ROG Crosshair X870E Edition 20 features five onboard M.2 slots, two of which are PCIe 5.0-ready to offer blistering 16 GB/s speeds, while the others offer still-impressive 8 GB/s over PCIe 4.0 interfaces.
Expansion Slots
Both x16 expansion slots offer PCIe 5.0 with incredible speeds up to 64 GB/s for compatible devices, fully supporting next-gen graphics cards. To bear the weight of massive graphics cards, they are also protected with SafeSlot retention brackets which can be released easily, thanks to PCIe Slot Q-Release.
ROG Expansion Cards
ROG Hyper M.2 Card
The ROG Hyper M.2 Card provides two slots for PCIe 5.0 drives, with a large heatsink for optimal cooling and M.2 Q-Release for quick, tool-free installation. (M.2 drive not included.)
ROG Q-DIMM.2
The ROG Q-DIMM.2 expansion card lets you easily mount two PCIe 4.0 M.2 drives next to the memory module slots, where the card's large heatsinks send heat directly into the path of chassis airflow. (M.2 drive not included.)
USB Ports
Two USB4® Type-C® Ports
Each USB4® port delivers up to 40 Gbps of bidirectional bandwidth for the latest super-speed devices and drives. External display support reaches up to 8K output if one of the ports is in use, or both can be employed for dual 4K displays.
Two USB 20Gbps Type-C® Front-Panel Connectors
Supercharge your build with a high-end ROG chassis featuring lightning-fast dual front USB-C ports. Each connector delivers up to 20Gbps transfer speeds for compatible motherboards, and one of them supports Quick Charge 4+ for up to 60 watts of rapid device charging.
*Requires a PCIe® power cable to be connected to the nearby 8-pin power header.
USB Wattage Watcher
USB Wattage Watcher allows users to monitor the current wattage delivered to a device connected to the USB 20Gbps Type-C front-panel connector. With USB Wattage Watcher, users can glance at their device's charging wattage in real-time and check on their device's Fast-Charging status.
WIFI7
The revolutionary WiFi 7 is up to 4.8X times faster than standard WiFi 6 (WiFi 7 features require onboard WiFi chipset, WiFi AP, and WiFi 7-supported operating systems to support the corresponding features. 320 MHz channels in the 6 GHz band may be unavailable in some regions/countries due to regulatory restrictions.), thanks to tech like 320 MHz channels (Specifications vary by model.) on the 6GHz band and 4K QAM (WiFi 7 features require onboard WiFi chipset, WiFi AP, and WiFi 7-supported operating systems to support the corresponding features. 320 MHz channels in the 6 GHz band may be unavailable in some regions/countries due to regulatory restrictions.). Multi-Link Operation (MLO) provides a more stable WiFi connection and lower latency, unlocking the realms of the unknown in gaming, streaming and industrial IoT.
- 320 MHz
- 6GHz band
- 4096 QAM
- Up to 4.8X ultra-fast WiFi speeds
- Dual 10gb Ethernet
ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
Dual transceivers support the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands to enable faster throughput, with directional sensitivity to improve signal quality and cover greater distances.
- Wireless Signal Reception Improvement
- Versus previous-generation antenna
- Up to +6% 6GHz
- Up to +18% 5/2.4 GHz
Dual 10Gb Ethernet
Low-latency gaming, speedy file transfers, and high-resolution video streaming are among the many perks of onboard Realtek 10G Ethernet
Gaming Audio
SupremeFX
ROG SupremeFX audio technology delivers an exceptional 110 dB signal-to-noise ratio to the line-in jack for pristine recording quality. There's also a low-dropout regulator for cleaner power delivery to the SupremeFX ALC4082 codec and an integrated ESS® ES9219 Quad DAC capable of reaching -114dB THD+N for superior front-panel output. This combined solution allows for end-to-end 32-bit 384 kHz resolution playback that conveys all the subtlety and nuances of each audio track.
Audio Line Shielding
Blocks Electromagnetic Interference From the Motherboard or Add-ons to Provide Cleaner Audio.
Capacitors
Fine-quality components that produce a warmer, natural sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity.
ALC4082 Codec
Instead of the conventional high-definition audio (HDA) interface, the ALC4082 codec uses a USB interface to deliver studio-level sound reaching up to 32-bit 384 kHz audio resolution.
ESS® ES9219 Quad DAC
The ESS ES9219 QUAD DAC integrated QUAD DAC amplifier is capable of providing-114 dB total harmonic distortion (THD+N) for standard audio devices, and it can ramp up to 2Vrms on supported audiophile hardware. In addition, the 121 dB dynamic range (DNR) provides an extremely low noise-floor, further accentuating dynamics and punch.
Switching Mosfets
Unique design allows the codec's impedance-sensing function to be ported with either the front or rear headphone outputs.
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos expands on traditional surround sound systems by adding height channels, allowing sounds to be interpreted as three-dimensional objects. This creates an immersive audio experience, giving the sensation of sound coming from above, below, and around the listener.
Low Latency
With the LC3 codec and LE Audio, latency is reduced by up to 70% versus legacy Bluetooth. Gamers can enjoy near real-time sound effects, footsteps, and voice cues, plus clearer, more stable in-game communication.
Immersive Spatial Sound
SMONO (Spatial Mono) is a 3D spatial audio technology that works over Bluetooth LE Audio. By dynamically tracking the position of sounds in-game, it provides realistic directional cues — helping gamers locate enemies, footsteps, or environmental sounds more accurately. This creates a deeper sense of immersion and improves situational awareness in fast-paced games.
Low Latency High Definition Codec
Experience wireless sound without compromise. The Low Latency and High-Definition Audio Codec (LHDC) delivers up to 24-bit/192kHz studio-quality audio that preserves fine detail and dynamic range. When paired with LHDC-compatible devices through ASUS or ROG motherboards, it provides clean, high-resolution listening experiences for music, movies, and gaming.
EZ PC DIY
Asus Aio Q-Connector
The ASUS AIO Q-Connector's cableless link between the motherboard and the AIO cooler eliminates the need for pump, fan, and LCD cables, enabling smoother installation and an unprecedented level of visual cleanliness.
PCIE Slot Q-Release
A physical button unlocks the first PCle slot's security latch with one tap, greatly simplifying the process of detaching a PCle card from the motherboard when it's time to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device.
M.2 Q-Release
The M.2 heatsink features a convenient switch (Switch may be a lever or button, depending on motherboard model) to quickly remove it, eliminating the need for tiny screws during SSD installation. Its strong locking mechanism also provides a snug contact surface, helping to ensure reliable heat dissipation for your SSD.
M.2 Q-Slide
This new sliding M.2 latch design supports sizes 2242, and 2260 for easy device installation.
New M.2 Q-Latch
The new Q-Latch design allows for tool-free installation or removal of M.2 SSDs with just one press.
Q-Antenna
With Q-Antenna, attaching a WiFi antenna to your PC is now easy and fast. Instead of slowly rotating two fasteners until they finally lock in, they just snap into place. Less hassle, and more consistent performance.
Q-Code
The on-board LED panel shows 2-digit diagnostic codes, providing a valuable reference for troubleshooting common boot problems and hardware issues.
BIOS Flashback & Clear CMOS
The Clear CMOS button quickly resets BIOS settings to factory default. It can also be used to reboot the PC if incorrect BIOS settings have been selected. BIOS FlashBack™ is a safe and simple way to update BIOS. Just drop the (UEFI) BIOS file onto a FAT32-formatted USB stick, plug it into the USB BIOS Flashback port, and press the button. Updates can even be performed without having memory or a CPU installed.
Commemorative
Magnetic Cover
- Crosshair Edition 20 Photo Frame
- Crosshair Edition 20 Plaque
Extensive Compatibility
Asus Chassis Support
*For third-party chassis, please ensure the installation area for the radiator and radiator fans has the thickness greater than 70mm to allow for adequate space for installation. Actual installation will differ based on various use scenarios.
- ROG GR20 Edition 20
- ROG Hyperion Gr701
Backed by a 3 year ASUS warranty.
