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ATX motherboard with black metal armour and integrated water block

ASUS

ASUS ROG MAXIMUS VIII FORMULA Intel Motherboard

SKU CH-EAQ6-36F4Z

An Intel Z170 ATX motherboard with an LGA 1151 socket supporting up to 64GB of DDR4 memory

  • CPU socketLGA 1151
  • ChipsetIntel Z170
  • Max supported RAM64 GB
  • Supports up to 64 GB DDR4 memory for high-capacity workloads
  • LGA 1151 socket fits compatible Intel processors
  • Intel Z170 chipset provides enthusiast feature set
  • ATX form factor fits standard full-size cases
  • Includes one SATA cable and I/O back panel for basic connectivity

Target Builder

The ASUS ROG MAXIMUS VIII FORMULA is an Intel Z170 motherboard built for the LGA 1151 socket. It supports DDR4 memory up to 64GB in an ATX form factor. This board suits enthusiasts assembling a 6th or 7th generation Core system who need the Z170 feature set. It is not for buyers who require a newer socket or chipset.

Box Contents

The package includes the motherboard, one SATA cable, a chassis I/O back panel and the metal battery. No other accessories or original packaging are supplied. The missing extras mean you must source any additional cables, SLI bridges or Wi-Fi modules separately. The limited bundle keeps the initial cost lower but adds separate purchases.

Installation Notes

Standard ATX mounting points line up with common cases, so physical fit is straightforward. The LGA 1151 socket uses a familiar retention mechanism that most builders have used before. The main risk is buying a processor that does not match the 1151 pin layout or a memory kit that exceeds the 64GB limit. Verify compatibility before ordering.

How it compares

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Price $141.99
Pricier than about 69% of the 2,965 comparable items (median $97.99).

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Specifications

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

Questions about this item

Will the LGA 1151 socket need a new CPU cooler bracket if I upgrade the processor later?

The board uses the standard LGA 1151 mounting pattern so existing coolers for that socket will fit without a new bracket.

What limits sustained performance first, the Intel Z170 chipset or the DDR4 memory ceiling?

The 64 GB DDR4 maximum is reached before the Z170 chipset becomes a bottleneck in typical workloads.

How loud and hot does the board get when it runs all day with a full 64 GB DDR4 load?

With no active chipset fan the board stays quiet; VRM temperatures stay within design limits under continuous 64 GB DDR4 operation.

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