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ATX motherboard, black PCB with silver heatsinks, LGA 1151 socket, DDR4 slots, I/O shield included

ASUS

ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO Intel Z170 motherboard

SKU CH-ZAWX-QD0KN

An ATX motherboard for Intel LGA 1151 processors with Z170 chipset supporting 64GB DDR4 memory

  • CPU socketLGA 1151
  • ChipsetIntel Z170
  • Max supported RAM64 GB
  • Supports up to 64GB DDR4 memory for high-capacity workloads
  • LGA 1151 socket fits 6th and 7th generation Intel Core processors
  • Intel Z170 chipset enables CPU and memory overclocking headroom
  • ATX form factor fits standard full-size cases and power supplies
  • Includes one SATA cable and rear I/O shield for immediate installation

Socket and chipset

This motherboard uses the LGA 1151 socket with the Intel Z170 chipset. It is built for compatible 6th-generation Intel Core processors. The ATX form factor fits standard desktop cases.

Memory capacity

The board supports up to 64GB of DDR4 memory across its slots. This ceiling determines how much RAM can be installed for demanding workloads. Buyers should match their planned memory kit to this limit.

Included accessories

The package contains the motherboard, one SATA cable and a chassis I/O back panel. A metal battery is also supplied. No original packaging or additional cables are included.

How it compares

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Price $123.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Model nameASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO
Processor
CPU socketLGA 1151
ChipsetIntel Z170
Memory
Max supported RAM64 GB

Questions about this item

How much DDR4 memory can the MAXIMUS VIII HERO actually run with a 64 GB ceiling?

The Z170 chipset on this board supports up to 64 GB of DDR4 across its four slots, so a full four-module kit at the rated capacity will be recognised without configuration changes.

What does the LGA 1151 socket and Z170 chipset combination limit for storage connectivity?

The platform provides native SATA 6 Gbps ports from the chipset; any M.2 slot present is wired through the same Z170 lanes, so total bandwidth is shared with other chipset devices.

Will this ATX board fit in a standard mid-tower case and align with the supplied I/O shield?

Yes, the ATX form factor matches standard mounting holes and the included chassis I/O back panel lines up with the rear cut-out on any compliant case.

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