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ASUS

ASUS ROG MAXIMUS VIII HERO ALPHA Intel Z170 motherboard

SKU CH-2ANY-CFBVR

LGA 1151 ATX board with Intel Z170 chipset supporting up to 64 GB DDR4 and including one SATA cable and I/O shield

  • CPU socketLGA 1151
  • ChipsetIntel Z170
  • Max supported RAM64 GB
  • LGA 1151 socket fits 6th/7th Gen Intel Core CPUs
  • Intel Z170 chipset enables CPU and memory overclocking
  • DDR4 support up to 64 GB for high-capacity builds
  • ATX form factor fits standard full-tower cases
  • Includes I/O shield and SATA cable for quick assembly

Product identity

This ASUS ROG MAXIMUS VIII HERO ALPHA is an ATX motherboard built on the Intel Z170 chipset for LGA 1151 processors. It supports DDR4 memory up to a 64GB maximum and includes one SATA cable plus the rear I/O shield.

Who it suits and who it does not

Builders assembling a new system around a compatible LGA 1151 CPU will find the Z170 feature set and 64GB memory ceiling appropriate. Buyers who need integrated Wi-Fi, additional M.2 slots or newer socket standards should look at other platforms.

Deciding specification

The LGA 1151 socket paired with the Intel Z170 chipset determines which processors and chipset features are available, making it the single specification that confirms whether this board matches the intended build.

How it compares

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Price $109.99
Pricier than about 56% of the 2,965 comparable items (median $97.99).

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Specifications

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

Questions about this item

How much heat and power draw should I expect from the Z170 chipset when the board runs continuously?

The Intel Z170 chipset is rated for low thermal output and draws only a few watts under typical loads, so a standard case airflow setup keeps temperatures in check during all-day operation.

Which components must I already have to install this LGA 1151 motherboard?

You need a compatible LGA 1151 processor, DDR4 memory modules up to 64 GB total, an ATX power supply with 24-pin and 8-pin CPU connectors, and a chassis that fits ATX boards.

Will my existing SATA drives work straight away with this board?

Yes, the board provides SATA ports and a SATA cable is included, so current SATA SSDs or hard drives connect without adapters.

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