Refurbished ASUS ROG STRIX X870-A GAMING WiFi AM5 DDR5 PCIe 5.0 ATX Motherboard

ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WIFI

Elevate your build with the ROG Strix X870-A Gaming WiFi. Featuring a sleek white PCB and support for AMD Ryzen™ 9000 Series processors, this motherboard delivers the power and connectivity needed for advanced AI applications. With DDR5 support, full PCIe 5.0 capabilities, dual USB4® ports, and WiFi 7, it's the ultimate blend of style and performance.

AI Overclocking

ASUS AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration and push the system to its limits. Predicted values can be engaged automatically or used as a launching ground for further experimentation.

AI Cooling II

Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click. A proprietary ASUS algorithm slashes unnecessary noise while running a quick stress test, and then monitors CPU temperatures to dynamically adjust fans to optimal speeds.

Traffic Monitor

Armoury Crate's Traffic Monitor tracks your current WiFi channel usage. Move to a less congested channel by clicking the "Channel Switch" button* for improved network performance.

Fast Check

Armoury Crate's Fast Check empowers users to rapidly detect WiFi signal strength

Direction Finder

Armoury Crate's Direction Finder helps users detect the optimal antenna orientation for achieving the best WiFi signal strength.

Gamefirst

GameFirst is now integrated into Armoury Crate for an even better user experience. GameFirst optimizes networking performance by allocating bandwidth in real time, based on intelligent algorithms designed for various application customizable usage scenarios and corresponding learning algorithms. The latest update includes dedicated support for NVIDIA® GeForce NOW to ensure the lowest latency possible during intense game streaming cloud gaming sessions. To provide a better user's experience, GameFirst is now integrated into Armoury Crate.

PCIE® Slot Q-Release Slim

With PCIe® Slot Q-Release Slim, simply tilt the card toward the latching mechanism to automatically unlock it from the PCIe slot. This makes upgrades and maintenance easier than ever before. Users will no longer need to fiddle with a tricky latch or even press a button to release their graphics card from the slot.

M.2 Q-Release

The M.2 heatsink features a convenient switch to quickly remove it, eliminating the need for tiny screws during SSD installation. Its strong locking mechanism also provides a snug contact surface, helping to ensure reliable heat dissipation for your SSD.

New M.2 Q-Latch

The new Q-Latch design allows for tool-free installation or removal of M.2 SSDs with just one press.

M.2 Q-Slide

This new sliding M.2 latch design supports sizes 2242, 2260 and 2280 for easy device installation.

Q-Antenna

With Q-Antenna, attaching a WiFi antenna to your PC is now easy and fast. Instead of slowly rotating two fasteners until they finally lock in, they just snap into place. Less hassle, and more consistent performance.

PCIE 5.0

Fully embracing the new standard, the Strix X870-A offers end-to-end PCIe 5.0 support. The topmost x16 expansion slot is Gen 5-ready, and is protected with a SafeSlot retention bracket to bear the weight of the latest graphics cards. Two of the onboard M.2 slots are geared for blistering 16 GB/s read and write speeds thanks to its PCIe 5.0 interface, while all the rest can deliver still-impressive 8 GB/s transfers. Every M.2 slot is covered with substantial heatsinks to dispatch the heat of next-gen drives.

Power Architecture

The VRM features 16+2+2 power stages, each rated to handle up to 90 amps.

Alloy Chokes and Durable Capacitors

Hi-end chokes and durable capacitors are engineered to resist extreme temperatures, enabling performance that exceeds industry standards.

Dual Procool II Power Connectors

ProCool II connectors are precision-built to ensure flush contact with PSU power lines. A metal sheath improves heat dissipation and lowers electrical impedance.

Eight-Layer PCB

A multi-layered printed circuit board design quickly dissipates heat around the voltage regulators to improve overall system stability and provide the CPU with more overclocking headroom.

DDR5 Strength

For those who want to fly past stock DDR5 speeds, the Strix X870-A is primed and ready for enthusiast-grade kits, courtesy of vast AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) support. Seasoned veterans can further tweak performance via the extensive array of settings in the UEFI.

AEMP

ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) is an exclusive firmware feature for PMIC-restricted memory modules. AEMP automatically detects the memory chips on your kit and then presents optimized frequency, timing and voltage profiles that you can effortlessly apply to unleash performance.

VRM Heatsink Array

Two thick VRM heatsinks are connected by a heatpipe, sharing cooling capacity across VRMs and providing ample surface area and mass to handle the power needs of high-performance AMD Ryzen™ 9000 Series processors.

High-Conductivity Thermal Pads

High-quality thermal pads are utilized between power stages and heatsinks, helping to improve heat transfer and reduce VRM operating temperatures.

M.2 Backplate

An integrated backplate helps ensure that high-performance drives can deliver peak performance, even when airflow is restricted.

M.2 Heatsinks

Heatsinks cover every slot to help keep onboard NVME SSDs at optimal temperatures for consistent performance and reliability.

WIFI 7

The revolutionary WiFi 7 is up to 4.8X times faster than standard WiFi 6, thanks to tech like 320 MHz channels on the 6GHz band and 4K QAM. Multi-Link Operation (MLO) provides a more stable WiFi connection and lower latency, unlocking the realms of the unknown in gaming, streaming and industrial IoT.

Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet

Onboard Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet gives your wired connection a boost, with speeds that are 2.5 times faster than standard Ethernet connections for speedy file transfers, low-latency gaming, and high-res video streaming.

ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna

Dual transceivers support the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands to enable faster throughput, with directional sensitivity to improve signal quality and cover greater distances.

Dual USB4® Ports

Each USB4® port delivers up to 40 Gbps of bidirectional bandwidth for the latest super-speed devices and drives. External display support reaches up to 8K output if one of the ports is in use, or both can be employed for dual 4K displays.

Ready for Advanced AI PCs: Designed for the future of AI computing, with the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications.
AMD AM5 Socket: Ready for AMD Ryzen™ 9000, 8000 and 7000 series desktop processors.
Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Networking II and AEMP to simplify setup and improve performance.
ROG Strix Overclocking technologies: Dynamic OC Switcher, Core Flex, Asynchnorous Clock and PBO Enhancement.
Robust Power Solution: 16+2+2 power solution rated for 90A per stage with dual ProCool II power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors.
Optimized Thermal Design: Massive heatsinks bridged to the VRMs with high-conductivity thermal pads and an integrated I/O cover.
Latest M.2 Support: Two onboard PCIe® 5.0 M.2 slots and two PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, all with substantial cooling solutions.
Abundant Connectivity: Dual USB4® Type-C ports, USB 20Gbps Type-C® front-panel connector, one USB 10Gbps Type-C® rear I/O port with PD 3.0 up to 30W and USB Wattage Watcher, five additional USB 10Gbps ports, PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlots, HDMI™ port.
High-Performance Networking: On-board WiFi 7 (802.11be) with Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet.
DIY Friendly Design: PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, M.2 Q-Latch, M.2 Q-Release, M.2 Q-Slide, Q-Antenna, Q-Dashboard, Q-Code, Q-LED, BIOS FlashBack™ button, Clear CMOS button and pre-mounted I/O shield.
Immersive Audio: ROG SupremeFX ALC4080 codec with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier, along with Dolby Atmos®.
Unmatched Personalization: ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including three addressable Gen 2 headers.
Renowned Software: ASUS DriverHub, ASUS GlideX, HWiNFO, Norton 360 for Gamers (60-day free trial), bundled 60-day AIDA64 Extreme trial subscription and intuitive UEFI BIOS dashboard.