ASUS ROG Zenith II Extreme AMD Threadripper TRX40 PCIe 4.0 E-ATX Motherboard
ASUS ROG Zenith II Extreme, AMD TRX40, sTRX4, DDR4, PCIe 4.0, 4x M.2, SLI/CrossFire, 10GbE, ax WiFi, USB 3.2 Gen2, E-ATX
ROG Zenith II Extreme Motherboard for the 3rd Gen Threadripper CPU
RAISING THE PERFORMANCE BAR FOR CREATORS, DEVELOPERS AND PC ENTHUSIASTSExpertly engineered for those who demand full control, ROG Zenith II Extreme is future-proofed, ready for the new TRX40 chipset. It's primed to unleash the full force of the latest 3rd Gen Ryzen Threadripper processors, while keeping thermals in check with a comprehensive cooling solution. Maximized lane bandwidth lets you connect up to 33 devices simultaneously, while every single PCIe x16 and M.2 slot is wired with PCIe® 4.0 technology so you're free to equip next-gen graphics cards or NVMe drives without fear of bottlenecks which give even more power with massive bandwidth. The ROG Zenith II Extreme also features an 1.77" OLED LiveDash which indicates power status and potential problems with the CPU, memory, graphics card or boot device which allows for quick diagnosis.
ROG Zenith II Extreme motherboard supports the latest 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ series processors that boast up to 32 cores. It features quad-channel DDR4 memory, 64 lanes of PCI Express® 4.0, 16 GT/s transfer speed for Gen 4 M.2 SSDs, and built-in native USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) for superior performance.
AMD TRX40Chipset
TRX4CPU Socket
AMD 3rd Gen Ryzen ThreadripperCompatible CPUs
E-ATXForm Factor
Extreme Performance for your Processor
Teamed Power Architecture for increased stabilityHigh-end desktop processors have greater power requirements due to the abundance of cores and memory channels. The latest Threadripper evolutions are particularly demanding, so intelligent VRM design and quality components are vital – especially for overclocked CPUs that live closer to the edge of stability. Accompanied with a critically-acclaimed UEFI and AI Suite tuning utility, ROG Zenith II Extreme offers an accessible range of manual tweaking tools, plus a highly-configurable auto-tuner that maximizes system control and performance with no expert knowledge required. Modern CPU architectures up the ante for motherboard power design by transitioning from deep power saving modes to full load almost instantaneously. The latest VRM architecture rises to the challenge by utilizing teamed power stages to rapidly swing current, while maintaining exemplary thermal performance.
Dual 8-pin & one 6-pin ProCool II power connectors Three ProCool II connectors ensure a snug and reliable connection to the EPS 12V power lines.
Infineon TDA21472 power stage 16 Infineon TDA21472 power stages comprise the Zenith II Extreme VRM, each rated to handle 70 amps.
MicroFine alloy chokes Each Power stage is accompanied by a high-permeability alloy-core choke rated to handle 45 amps.
10K Japanese-made black metallic capacitors Input and output filtering is provided by solid-polymer capacitors rated to last thousands of hours at high operating temperatures.
Proprietary Memory Design
OPTIMEM III DDR4 4733MHz+ (O.C.)Infused with proprietary memory trace layout tweaks that improve signal integrity and mitigate noise, OptiMem III allows memory kits to run at lower latencies and reduced voltages while operating at higher frequencies. Stack the Zenith II Extreme with your favorite modules and maximize latest Threadripper CPU throughput for applications that demand massive bandwidth, or balance Infinity Fabric and memory performance for a diverse range of workloads.
Control Your Rig With Detailed Tuning Software
level up your performanceThe dashboard-style control panel of AI Suite 3 lets you fine-tune almost every aspect of your ROG Zenith II Extreme system with ease. Get the best balance between performance, cooling, stability, and efficiency via one simple and intuitive interface.
Flexible Cooling Controls With the ROG Series you have comprehensive control over fans via Fan Xpert 4 or the media-acclaimed UEFI. Whether you are cooling with air or water, Auto-Tuning mode intelligently configures all parameters with a single click. Extreme Quiet mode reduces all fan speeds to below the default minimum assuring your system stays whisper-quiet when performing light tasks.
CPU Performance Boost The TurboV Processing Unit is an intelligent onboard micro-controller that provides an array of system-tuning features, including the ability to fin-tune voltages, monitor system stats and adjust overclocking parameters.
All-round Energy Efficiency The Energy Processing Unit (EPU) automatically amplifies power consumption and maximises savings with Away mode. The smart setting that produces an extreme energy-saving setup by shutting down unused I/O controllers, with the EPU you will appreciate system-wide power reserves.
Optimization for gamers and professionals Whether you're a professional designer or hardcore gamer, you'll feel the benefit of the ASUS-exclusive Turbo App every day. This intuitive tool allows you to define CPU overclocking, apply fan profiles, prioritize network data and optimize audio settings at app level, meaning your ROG system is perfectly optimized for what you're doing.
Digital Power Controls 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.
Grow your Gaming World with AURA Sync
customise your glow Gear up with ROG components, from graphics and monitors to mice and keyboards. And up your game with complementary aesthetics, control and compatibility. The ROG ecosystem is more extensive than any competing brand, so enjoy greater choice as your system expands. The Addressable Gen 2 headers are now capable of detecting the number of LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new headers also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.
Add up to Five M.2 Drives!
AMD StoreMI software utility accelerates any drive for better system responsiveness ROG Zenith II Extreme supports up to five M.2 drives for maxed-out storage. Two ride the ROG DIMM.2 module, next to the memory slots, and support drives up to 110m. There are another two slots under the aluminum heatsink cover, with a fifth one at the rear of the board. Every one of these slots is wired to support full PCIe 4.0 bandwidth, so they're compatible with the very latest NVMe SSDs – laying the foundation for the ultrafast transfer speeds needed to support machine-learning algorithms and drive higher-resolution game textures.
Zenith II Extreme Implements the Latest USB Standards
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 with front panel connectors Ready-to-use ports are located on the rear I/O panel, and there are front-panel connectors on the motherboard to let you put USB right where you need it. The latest USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 is the newest standard which doubles the transfer bandwidth by opening another USB 3.2 Gen 2 lane to achieve its maximum throughput of up to 20 Gbps. Two front-panel USB 3.2 connectors offer the ability to put USB ports at the front of the latest PC chassis
Explore your Limits with Multiple Networking Technologies
beefed-up bandwidth so you can push throughput to the limitsGameFirst V is an ROG-exclusive tool that lets you use a ROG router to build a ROG-networking ecosystem. Select the best Wi-Fi channel for maximum stability and minimum interference, optimize network traffic and your connection for lag-free online gaming, team your gateways and keep tabs on bandwidth-hogging apps — all from an intuitive interface that enables easy, on-the-fly adjustments.
Wi-Fi 6 (AX200)Onboard Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) supports ultrafast network speeds, improved capacity and better performance in dense Wi-Fi environments, providing exceptional online gaming experiences.
10 Gbps onboard EthernetDesigned to meet the demanding requirements of power users and content creators, 10 Gbps onboard Ethernet provides a new level of home networking. With up to 10X the bandwidth of standard gigabit Ethernet, you'll enjoy streaming uncompressed 4K UHD videos, and backups and file transfers that are faster than ever before.
Intel EthernetROG Zenith II Extreme features the latest Intel® Ethernet (I211-AT) for faster, smoother gaming. This Intel controller has a natural synergy with Intel processors and chipsets, reducing CPU overhead and offering exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput – so there's more power for games and other tasks.
Active Cooling Chipset and VRM Heatsinks
ROG Zenith II Extreme features the most comprehensive cooling options everDual custom Delta Superflo fans located within the heatsink kick on after 60° C and allow the ROG Zenith II Extreme to handle sustained power draw of over 500 watts. Under the chipset's aluminum heatsink is a fan that turns on above 60°C. The SoC VRM is also positioned in the pathway of this fan's airflow, keeping it cooler during memory overclocking. There are also many fan headers so you can customise your cooling whilst dual water-temperature headers and a flow-rate header feed information straight into the AI Suite utility, allowing you to track coolant temperatures and the flow rate of the entire loop.
ROG Zenith II Extreme includes the popular Fan Extension Card II, which adds six headers that are controllable via FanXpert 4. The card features three temperature-sensor headers to complement the one available onboard, and also comes with three thermistors that can be affixed to different components. In addition to supplying extra headers for cooling, it provides three RGB headers to provide illuminated effects for your RGB fan.
CUSTOM DELTA SUPERFLO FANS The custom low-noise fans features high-durability bearings with a 60,000-hour L10* lifespan.
FINNED HEATSINK The heatsink fin density is optimized to maximize surface area while maintaining a low-resistance exhaust path.
AIR DUCT A specially-designed air duct helps the fan generate static pressure and concentrates air flow over the fins.
Shielded Audio, Superior Sound
Sonic Studio III provides crystal quality sounds ROG is renowned for superior onboard audio, and ROG Zenith II Extreme is no exception. The front-panel headphone output features a SABRE9018Q2C integrated DAC/amp capable of reaching -108dB THD+N to provide playback that conveys all the subtlety and nuances of even the highest-quality audio track. The improved resolution derived from the ESS Hyperstream™ DAC architecture expands the soundstage to give a better sense of positioning. 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. By exploiting Windows Sonic spatial technology, DTS Sound Unbound delivers audio in a virtual 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.
Boost your Game with Ramcache III
LAUNCH YOUR APPS AT NECK BREAKING SPEEDS RAMCache turns milliseconds into microseconds to boost game-load times. Fully compatible with the latest NVM Express storage options, its uniquely intelligent technology effectively caches an entire storage device so that favorite games and apps launch at breakneck speeds. Smart mode automatically caches all your storage devices to maximize your system's resources using an intuitive interface which displays real time drive information. RamCache III also allos you to efficiently check the health status of assigned memory.
ASUS Armoury Crate and More
centralized control from a single intuitive interface Armoury Crate is a software utility designed to provide centralized control of supported ROG gaming products. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate lets you easily customize RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal and synchronize them with Aura Sync for unified system lighting effects. The software also provides control of settings for a growing number of ROG products, making it easier to tune the look and feel of your system. Armoury Crate even offers dedicated product registration and ROG news feeds to help you stay in touch with the ROG gaming community.
