Comprehensive thermal design: Passive chipset heatsink, M.2 aluminum heatsinks and ROG Water Cooling Zone.

Tackling the Asus ROG Crosshair VIII Dark Hero AMD AM4 X570S Zen 3 Ryzen 5000 & 3rd Gen Ryzen ATX Gaming Motherboard, I must say, it’s a beast in my gaming setup!

The comprehensive thermal design is one of the standout features. The passive chipset heatsink, M.2 aluminum heatsinks, and the ROG Water Cooling Zone ensure that my system remains cool even during intense gaming sessions or overclocking.

Speaking of overclocking, the robust power delivery is simply remarkable! With 14 plus 2 TI power stages rated for 90A, ProCool II power connectors, microfine alloy chokes, and 10K Japanese-made black metallic capacitors, this motherboard handles my Ryzen processor like a champ.

As for connectivity, I’m delighted with the high-performance options. On-board Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO support keeps me connected seamlessly, while the 2.5 Gbps Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet cater to all my wired needs. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C is an added bonus for fast data transfers.

From a DIY perspective, this motherboard is a dream. Pre-mounted I/O shield, ASUS SafeSlot, BIOS flashback, and premium components make it a breeze to assemble and ensure maximum endurance over time.

  • AMD AM4 socket: Ready for 2nd, 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors.Bluetooth v5.1
  • Comprehensive thermal design: Passive chipset heatsink, M.2 aluminum heatsinks and ROG Water Cooling Zone.
  • Robust power delivery: Designed power solution 14 plus2 TI power stages rated for 90A, ProCool II power connectors, microfine alloy chokes and 10K Japanese-made black metallic capacitors
  • High-performance connectivity: On-board Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO support, 2.5 Gbps Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
  • DIY Friendly Design: Pre-mounted I/O shield, ASUS SafeSlot, BIOS flashback and premium components for maximum endurance.
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