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Black ATX motherboard with metal heatsinks and I/O shield

ASUS

ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR VIII HERO A AMD motherboard

SKU CH-5D0H-30AV9

ATX motherboard with X570 chipset, AM4 socket, PCI Express 3.0 x16 and two M.2 slots

  • Form factorATX
  • X570 chipset provides high-bandwidth platform foundation
  • AM4 socket accepts compatible AMD desktop processors
  • ATX form factor fits standard full-size cases
  • Dual M.2 slots enable fast storage expansion
  • PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot delivers full graphics bandwidth

AM4 ATX motherboard for enthusiast builds

The ROG Crosshair VIII Hero A is an ATX motherboard built around the X570 chipset and AM4 socket. It targets builders who want a full-size board with robust power delivery for high-core-count processors. Two M.2 slots and multiple PCIe 3.0 x16 slots provide room for graphics cards and fast storage.

Sustained load behaviour with X570 chipset

The X570 chipset uses active cooling to maintain throughput during long rendering or compilation sessions. Heatsinks on the voltage-regulator modules and the chipset itself help keep temperatures stable when all cores run at high frequency. PCIe 3.0 x16 bandwidth remains consistent across the primary slots under continuous demand.

Straightforward ATX installation

The board follows standard ATX mounting holes and ships with a pre-fitted I/O shield, so alignment in compatible cases is simple. Two SATA cables are included for drive connections. Builders should verify that their chassis provides enough clearance for the chipset fan and VRM heatsinks before assembly.

How it compares

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Price $187.99
Cheaper than about 55% of the 1,906 comparable items (median $224.49).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Model nameROG CROSSHAIR VIII HERO A
Size & build
Form factorATX

Questions about this item

Does the X570 chipset on this board run hot or need active cooling during long sessions?

The X570 chipset includes a dedicated fan header and heatsink array designed to manage sustained loads without throttling.

What CPU cooler clearance does the AM4 socket area allow for my existing air cooler?

The ATX layout keeps the top PCIe 3.0 x16 slot and DIMM slots clear for standard-height tower coolers.

Can I keep using my current SATA SSDs and hard drives with this motherboard?

Yes, multiple SATA ports are provided so existing 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch drives connect directly.

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