Description
ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR X670E HERO ATX Motherboard
Features
- Socket AM5
- Support 7000 Series
- DDR5 Support
- ATX Form Factor
Unyielding power delivery and robust thermal management form the indelible tenets of its creed. Hyperspeed connectivity, comprehensive PCIE 5.0 and DDR5 support, and Polymo lighting add potent layers of build personalization on top. And the finishing touches are added by exclusive utilities and overclocking controls that allow you to uniquely flex the performance of Ryzen 7000 Series processors. Define your AM5 build with the ROG Crosshair X670E Hero.
PERFORMANCE
The grueling demands of the mightiest AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series processors are no match for the eighteen 110A-stage power solution of the ROG Crosshair X670E Hero. Its massive headroom opens up incredible overclocking potential, bolstered by a combo attack of unique ROG technologies and champion-level DDR5 speeds.
COOLING
Every layer of the Hero’s armor is painstakingly forged to keep it cool under stress. Enormous heatsinks have been strategically hewn to offer massive thermal headroom to the VRM, while both chipsets share a large central plate for widespread dissipation. Filling in the gaps, the M.2 slots have vast heat spreaders to let installed drives plow through intense PCIe 5.0 transfers without breaking a sweat.
CONNECTIVITY
The dual-chipset design of the ROG Crosshair X670E Hero brings a wealth of bandwidth for connected devices so that you can have it all. WiFi 6E, 2.5G LAN, and dual USB4 ports all grace the rear I/O, flanked by plenty of additional ports for all your devices. On-board SupremeFX audio delivers premium, immersive sound, now using an improved ESS quad-DAC amplifier. And under the hood, up to five PCIe M.2 drives can be loaded up for blazing fast load times and transfer speeds.
PERSONALIZATION
Illuminating the I/O shroud of the ROG Crosshair X670E Hero is a colorful microstructural array called Polymo Lighting. Two stylish patterns are available for builders to tinker with in Armoury Crate and sync up with the rest of their system for a brilliant display of individuality.
Unyielding power delivery and robust thermal management form the indelible tenets of its creed. Hyperspeed connectivity, comprehensive PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 support, and Polymo lighting add potent layers of build personalization on top. And the finishing touches are added by exclusive utilities and overclocking controls that allow you to uniquely flex the performance of Ryzen 7000 Series processors. Define your AM5 build with the ROG Crosshair X670E Hero.
SPEC OVERVIEW
PERFORMANCE
EXTREME POWER & PERFORMANCE
- DUAL PROCOOL II POWER CONNECTORS
- 18 + 2 POWER STAGES
- EXPANSION SLOTS
- 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Safeslots (x16, x8/x8)
- 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1 slot
- AMD AM5 SOCKET FOR AMD RYZEN™ 7000 SERIES DESKTOP PROCESSORS
- DDR5, 4 X DIMM
- 4 X M.2 SLOTS
- 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
- 2 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4)
PCIE 5.0 M.2 CARD
- 1 x M.2 22110 (PCIe 5.0 x4)
COOLING
COMPREHENSIVE COOLING
- INTEGRATED I/O COVER & VRM HEATSINKS
- FOUR M.2 HEATSINKS
Topmost PCIe 5.0 slot also has an M.2 backplate
BUNDLED PCIE 5.0 M.2 CARD WITH M.2
HEATSINK AND THERMAL PAD
- MULTIPLE 4-PIN PWM FAN HEADERS
- ROG WATER-COOLING ZONE
- W_FLOW tachometer
- W_IN/OUT T-sensor
GAMING IMMERSION
TOTAL GAMING IMMERSION
- I/O ZONE POLYMO LIGHTING
Polymo Lighting - SUPREMEFX ALC4082 AUDIO CODEC
- ESS® ES9218 QUAD DAC high-definition DAC
- 120 dB SNR stereo playback output
- 113 dB SNR recording input
- Gold-plated audio jacks
SONIC STUDIO III + SONIC STUDIO VIRTUAL
MIXER + SONIC SUITE COMPANION
SONIC RADAR III
DTS® SOUND UNBOUND
- 3 X 3-PIN ADDRESSABLE GEN 2 RGB HEADERS
1 X 4-PIN AURA RGB HEADER
CONNECTIVITY
FULL CONNECTIVITY
- BIOS FLASHBACK™ BUTTON
- CLEAR CMOS BUTTON
- 1 X HDMI® PORT
- 2 X USB4® PORTS (USB TYPE-C®)
- 9 X USB 3.2 GEN 2 PORTS
(8 X TYPE-A + 1 X USB TYPE-C®) - 1 X USB 3.2 GEN 2X2 PORT (USB TYPE-C®)
- INTEL® 2.5G ETHERNET
- WI-FI 6E
- OPTICAL S/PDIF OUT
- 5 X GOLD-PLATED AUDIO JACKS
- 1 X USB 3.2 GEN 2X2
USB Type-C® front panel connector supports QC4+ - 6 X SATA 6 GB/S
DIY FRIENDLY
- ROG PATENTED PRE-MOUNTED I/O SHIELD
- ESD GUARDS
Providing greater electrostatic protection than the industry standard. ESD Guards cover the USB, audio and LAN ports. - TRUEVOLT USB
USB power supplies a rock-steady 5 volts to all USB ports, minimizing power fluctuations for minimal data loss. - M.2 Q-LATCH
The innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools. The design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive and neatly eliminate traditional screws. - 2 X SAFESLOTS
Reinforced to protect the motherboard and PCIe expansion cards from damage.
- Q-CODE
LED panel that shows 2-digit codes to indicate power status and potential problems for quick diagnosis. - 4 x Q-DIMM
One-sided clips for super simple and secure handling of memory modules. - FLEXKEY
At its default, FlexKey functions as a system reset button, but it can also be easily reassigned to quickly turn Aura lighting on or off, activate Safe Boot, or enter the BIOS. - PCIE SLOT Q-RELEASE
A physical button unlocks the first PCIe slot’s security latch with one tap, greatly simplifying the process of detaching a PCIe card from the motherboard when it’s time to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device. - Q-CONNECTOR
Simple adapter that helps arrange front-panel cables in an orderly manner.
OVERCLOCKING
ROG OVERCLOCKING TECHNOLOGIES
Take Ryzen beyond the already impressive sum of its parts. Dynamic OC Switcher and Ryzen Core Flex create additional frequency waypoints for single and multi-threaded workloads, allowing Ryzen to break boundaries and achieve peak performance in all games and apps.
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AI OVERCLOCKING
Tuning is now faster and smarter than ever before. 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.
What’s New?
As the first foray of AI Overclocking on an AMD architecture, the set of parameters has changed substantially, but voltage and clock speeds are still the primary targets for adjustment. Every core has a recommended VID and frequency, with the latter based on a combination of ratio and Asynchronous BCLK tuning.
Predictive settings in the utility are designed to work in tandem with Precision Boost Overdrive (PBO), but they go one step further by enhancing the values for EDC, TDC, and PPT, as well as tuning the curve optimizer.
Finally, by enabling the Dynamic OC Switcher, AI Overclocking ensures that the CPU is using ideal settings whether in single- or multi-threaded workloads.
DYNAMIC OC SWITCHER
Lightly-threaded tasks get fantastic uplift using AMD Precision Boost Overdrive (PBO), but all-core frequencies can be pushed higher via traditional overclocking. The Dynamic OC Switcher lets you use them both, dynamically engaging PBO or your preferred settings based on the CPU current or temperature.
EXAMPLE:
If a user sets thresholds for current and temperature as shown, once CPU current exceeds 35 A, the manual overclock engages until the temperature reaches 80°. At all other times, Precision Boost Overdrive will be used.
RYZEN CORE FLEX
Ryzen 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 maximize 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.
EXAMPLES:
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 35 A, 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 70 A, it is in multi-threaded territory, where it was found that a high EDC of 250 gave optimal performance.
ASYNCHRONOUS CLOCK
For next-level frequency flexibility, the ROG Crosshair X670E Hero 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.
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.
POWER SOLUTION
TEAMED POWER ARCHITECTURE
Today’s CPU architectures place incredible demands on motherboard power design by transitioning from deep power-saving modes, going from lower-power mode to full load in an instant. The latest ROG VRM architecture rises to the challenge by utilizing teamed power stages to rapidly swing current, while maintaining exemplary thermal performance.
A brief history
Teamed Power Stage Design
Conventional Phase-doubled Design
A shift in CPU demands
While doublers help extend the number of effective phases, they do so at the cost of a processing delay.
Teamed Power Stage Design
Conventional Phase-doubled Design
Bucking the trend
The teamed architecture allows two power stages to work in tandem to provide more power to the CPU.
Teamed Power Stage Design
Conventional Phase-doubled Design
Thermal performance
The MOSFETs within the power stages generate the most heat, as they are responsible for voltage conversion and delivery to the CPU from the 12-volt EPS connector.
Teamed Power Stage Design
Conventional Phase-doubled Design
High-quality components
18 + 2 power stages
The VRM features 18 + 2 power stages, each rated to handle 110 amps.
MEMORY
DDR5 Strength
For those who want to fly past stock DDR5 speeds, the ROG Crosshair X670E Hero 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.
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 optimized frequency, timing and voltage profiles that you can effortlessly apply to unleash performance.
HEATSINKS
COOLER BY DESIGN
- VRM heatsinks and heatpipe
A VRM heatsink on the MOSFETs and chokes is connected to the aluminum I/O cover via an embedded heatpipe to increase mass and surface area for dissipation. - M.2 heatsinks
Three dedicated heatsinks keep up to four M.2 drives in the optimum operating temperature range for consistent performance and reliability. - High-conductivity thermal pads
A high-quality thermal pad is utilized between the power stages and heatsink, helping to improve heat transfer and reduce VRM operating temperatures. For future maintenance, a spare thermal pad is included in the product box.
- M.2 backplate
The topmost M.2 slot features a backplate block to ensure that an installed high-performance drive delivers peak performance, even when airflow is restricted. - Chipset heatsink
A dedicated heatsink draws heat away from both chipsets to maintain optimum operating temperature.
HEADERS
THERMAL MANAGEMENT
An extensive array of headers lines the ROG Crosshair X670E Hero for precise cooling control and monitoring:
4-pin PWM/DC fan headers
ROG WATER-COOLING ZONE
Water in/out
COOLER COMPATIBILITY
PCIE 5.0
FOUR ONBOARD M.2 SLOTS
The ROG Crosshair X670E Hero features four onboard M.2 slots, two of which are PCIe 5.0-ready to offer blistering 16 GB/s speeds, while the accompanying pair can deliver still-impressive 8 GB/s transfers through their PCIe 4.0 interfaces.
PCIE 5.0 M.2 CARD
For even more storage, the bundled PCIe 5.0 M.2 Card features an additional Gen 5-ready slot, and boasts ample surface area for dissipating the heat of a full-size 22110 drive.
EXPANSION SLOT
Both of the x16 expansion slots have the PCIe 5.0 treatment to offer incredible speeds up to 64 GB/s for compatible devices. To bear the brunt of massive graphics cards, they are also protected with SafeSlot retention brackets, and the top slot can be released easily thanks to the Q-Release button.
USB PORTS
USB 3.2 GEN 2X2 TYPE-C® FRONT-PANEL CONNECTOR WITH QUICK CHARGE 4+
USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 adds an additional lane that can boost Type-C data transfers with speeds of up to 20 Gbps. The port also features Quick Charge 4+ technology that can quickly charge devices up to 60 W*.
* Requires a PCIe power supply cable to be plugged into the nearby 6-pin connector.
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.
NETWORKING
WI-FI 6E
Onboard Wi-Fi 6E technology takes advantage of newly available spectrum in the 6 GHz band to provide up to seven 160 MHz channels for ultrafast throughput and better performance in dense wireless environments.
INTEL 2.5G ETHERNET
Onboard Intel® 2.5 Gbps Ethernet gives your wired connection a boost, with speeds that are 2.5 times faster than standard Ethernet connections for speedy file transfers, lag-free gaming, and high-resolution video streaming.
AUDIO
SUPREMEFX
ROG SupremeFX audio technology delivers an exceptional 113 dB signal-to-noise ratio on the line-in connection to provide exceptional recording quality. There’s also a low-dropout regulator for cleaner power delivery to the SupremeFX ALC4082 codec, and an integrated ESS® ES9218 quad DAC capable of reaching -115 dB THD+N for superior front-panel output. The 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
INTELLIGENT CONTROL
AI COOLING II
Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click. 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.
TWO-WAY AI NOICE-CANCELATION
This utility leverages a massive deep-learning database to reduce over 5 million types of background noise from incoming or outgoing audio, helping ensure crystal-clear communication in games or calls.
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AI NETWORKING
GameFirst VI optimizes networking performance by allocating bandwidth in real time based on application usage scenarios and corresponding learning algorithms.
AI SUITE 3
PRECISE DIGITAL POWER CONTROL
The 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.
BIOS
UEFI BIOS
The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as more comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
ADVANCED MODE
When you’re ready for a deeper dive, delve into the UEFI’s Advanced mode and take complete control. Advanced mode enables full control over every aspect of the motherboard, and a built-in search function helps you quickly find the setting you need.
Quickly locate tuning options and add preferred tools to your favorites list.
EZ Flash 3
Flash the latest BIOS via the internet from within the BIOS.
S.M.A.R.T.
Check your storage device Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) logs to gauge reliability or to identify potential failures.
GPU POST
Automatically detect selected ASUS graphics cards to view detailed information.
Secure Erase
Restore your SSDs and NVMe storage to factory settings.
Last Modified Log
Track the last change and save preferred profiles to a USB drive.
SATA Port Renaming
Rename SATA ports for easy identification.
ASUS User Profile
Port configuration settings between different BIOS versions or share them with friends.
Q-Fan Control
Configure the fan’s operating speed manually or use pre-configured Standard, Silent, Turbo, or Full Speed modes. By default, system fans will automatically switch to full speed if the temperature reaches 75° C.
Aura On/Off mode (Stealth)
Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LED, for a more subdued aesthetic.
EZ MODE
Designed to simplify setup, EZ mode presents vital settings and stats on a single page. With guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and one-click application of important settings, your rig will be up and running in no time.
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Fine-tune individual fans simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.
Storage information
View SATA port details for easy device recognition.
Fast and easy clock adjustment
Use the mouse to quickly change time and date settings.
Aura On/Off mode (Stealth)
Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LED, for a more subdued aesthetic.
DIFFERENTIAL SENSING
ACCURATE VOLTAGE MONITORING
Conventional motherboards use single-ended sensing tapped from a location that isn’t ideal, leading to a large disparity between the actual voltage fed to the CPU and the value reported to software. The ROG Crosshair X670E Hero features a differential-sensing circuit and delicate IC that simplify overclocking and tuning by allowing you to track voltages more accurately.
AURA SYNC
GROW YOUR GAMING WORLD WITH AURA SYNC
Up your game with complementary Aura Sync enhanced aesthetics, featuring preset lighting effects that can be easily synchronized across compatible ROG graphics cards, monitors, keyboards, and mice to give your setup a unified look.
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ADDRESSABLE GEN 2 RGB HEADERS
The addressable Gen 2 RGB headers can be controlled with Aura software, which automatically tailors your preferred lighting effects to the number of LEDs present in the connected gear or strip. The new headers also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB components.
GAMING AUDIO
SONIC STUDIO III
Sonic Studio supports HRTF-based (head-related transfer function*) virtual surround for 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 and one-click presets, allowing you to tailor acoustics to suit personal preferences or the characteristics of your headset.
*A head-related transfer function is an audio algorithm derived from sound data recorded through a dummy head. Test tones are played from a spherical grid around the dummy head to obtain subtle changes in sounds that come from different directions. The results are combined into an algorithm that allows Sonic Studio’s virtual surround to process sound true to life.
APP-SPECIFIC PROFILES
Apply customized audio settings to different applications, so everything you do is perfectly tuned to the way you want to listen.
DTS : SOUND UNBOUND
Through the pre-loaded DTS® Sound Unbound™ app, the ROG Crosshair X670E Hero envelops you in rich audio, conjuring whole new levels of immersion for extraordinary gaming and entertainment experiences. By exploiting Microsoft spatial sound technology, DTS Sound Unbound creates an audial 3D space — putting you right in the middle of the soundscape, where you can sense the location and direction of every gunshot, footstep, or other sound in your virtual environment.
* DTS Sound Unbound requires in-game support. Check with developers for supported titles.
Stereo Sound
Surround Sound
Spatial Sound
ARMOURY CRATE
Armoury Crate is a software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products, making it easy to tune the look and feel of your system. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate helps you customize RGB lighting and effects for compatible devices and synchronize them with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme across your system. In addition, Armoury Crate’s Fan Xpert4 tool provides comprehensive control over fans, water pumps and all-in-one (AIO) coolers.
You can also use Armoury Crate to download drivers, software and user manuals, register products, and tap into a special news feed that connects you to the global ASUS gaming community.
Device
AIDA64 EXTREME
The ROG Crosshair X670E Hero includes a one-year AIDA64 Extreme subscription, a tool that provides detailed information about hardware and software, as well as benchmarks to measure the performance of the entire system or individual components. AIDA64 Extreme includes a monitoring and diagnostics feature to detect and prevent hardware issues. All vital system sensors can be tracked in real time, allowing voltage readings, fan speeds, and temperature information to be displayed on the desktop or sent to dedicated displays or to the LCD panels of ROG AIO liquid coolers*.
*Support available for ROG Ryujin II and later models.
Hardware Monitor Display
GRAPHICS CARD HOLDER
Featuring a magnetic base and adjustable slider and hinge, the ROG Graphics Card Holder banishes sag and provides support where it’s needed most.
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