ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme
The ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme combines the best elements of the renowned ROG X570 motherboard lineup into a single beastly package amped to elevate Ryzen-based builds beyond all boundaries.
PERFORMANCE
Advanced engineering and menacing power lay the foundation for the ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme to thrive where others choke.
Teamed Power Architecture
Modern CPU architectures up the ante for motherboard power design by transitioning from deep power saving modes to full load almost instantaneously. The latest ROG VRM architecture rises to the challenge by utilizing teamed power stages to rapidly swing current, while maintaining exemplary thermal performance.
ASUS became the first manufacturer to implement phase doublers in the A8N32-SLI Deluxe motherboard back in 2005. The board’s VRM was lauded for elegantly overcoming the power-handling capabilities of components that were available at the time while also reducing voltage ripple. Those benefits lead to phase doublers becoming universally accepted in the industry, and they are still used for similar purposes today.
Today’s CPUs pack more cores than their predecessors, and the latest instruction sets allow them to crunch computationally dense workloads at an incredible pace. As an added bonus, these processors also consume less power at idle and can transition between loads states much more quickly. These improvements necessitated a re-evaluation of power design priorities, because phase doublers add a propagation delay that hampers transient response.
The latest integrated power components can handle higher currents than the devices of yesteryear, making it possible to implement a simple circuit topology that isn’t hamstrung by the processing lag of phase doublers. That’s why the ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme utilizes teamed power stages to deliver higher burst-current per phase, while maintaining the thermal performance of phase-doubled designs.
Each VRM component serves a specific purpose. PWM controllers control the circuit, and the power stages do the heavy lifting from an electrical and thermal standpoint. That's why ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme utilizes 20 power stages. The high-end power stages feature a low RDSON to reduce switching and conduction losses, helping to improve overall thermal headroom.
ASUS OptiMem III
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 ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme with your favorite modules and maximize AMD Zen 3 processor throughput for applications that demand massive bandwidth, or balance infinity fabric and memory performance for a diverse range of workloads.
DYNAMIC OC SWITCHER
Dynamic OC Switcher gives Ryzen processors newfound agility to crush multi-threaded workloads and slice through single-threaded apps. Simply configure a manual overclock for heavy tasks and then select a current threshold for Dynamic OC Switcher to automatically flip between your profile and AMD Precision Boost Overdrive (PBO).
COOLING
Heavyweight cooling keeps onboard components and high-performance M.2 drives chilled without requiring direct airflow to deal with the thermal onslaught.
Cooler by Design
The ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme features comprehensive cooling options that are configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS.
ROG Water-Cooling Zone
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 Fan Controller
The ROG Fan Controller offers six additional headers that can be controlled via FanXpert 4. The card features two temperature-sensor headers, along with two thermistors that can be attached to various components. There are also six ARGB headers to illuminate compatible fans and addressable strips.
CONNECTIVITY
Advanced connectivity features including WiFi 6E and two Ethernet ports provide all the bandwidth needed for smooth online and LAN gameplay. File transfers and load times get a boost as well, thanks to a front-panel USB 3.2 2x2 header. The header also supports PD 3.0 60-watt power deliver for charging devices. Additionally, there’s onboard SupremeFX audio for rich, premium sound.
WiFi 6E
Onboard WiFi 6E technology takes advantage of the newly available radio spectrum in the 6 GHz band, providing up to three times the bandwidth of the 5 GHz band and up to seven 160 MHz bands to deliver ultrafast wireless networking speeds along with improved capacity and better performance in dense wireless environments.
Marvell AQtion 10 Gbps Ethernet
Designed 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 10 times the bandwidth of standard gigabit Ethernet, uncompressed 4K UHD video streaming is perfectly smooth and system backups and file transfers are faster than ever before.
Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet
Onboard 2.5 Gb Ethernet gives wired connections a boost, providing up to a 250% improvement over standard Ethernet connections for faster file transfers, smoother lag-free gaming and high-res video streaming.
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Front-Panel Connectors
The front-panel USB 3.2 connectors are ready to accommodate a wide variety of devices.
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Front-Panel Connector
The latest USB standard opens another USB 3.2 Gen 2 lane for a maximum data transfer throughput of up to 20 Gbps. There’s also PD 3.0 60 W to quick-charge devices, delivering up to 3-times faster charging speeds compared to 5-watt / 5-volt 1 A charging.
Two Onboard Thunderbolt 4 USB-C Ports
Each port delivers up to 40 Gbps of bidirectional bandwidth for the latest high-speed devices and drives. Thunderbolt 4 also supports up to two external 4K displays and extends PCIe bandwidth to up to 32 Gbps.
PCIe 4.0-Ready
The ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme provides five M.2 slots, which offer PCIe 4.0 support for the latest GPUs and high-speed SSDs.
ROG DIMM.2
The ROG DIMM.2 module is an innovative expansion card that allows two M.2 drives to be connected via a DDR4 interface. The option of adding a metal heatsink helps to control thermals for maximum performance while elevating aesthetics.
SupremeFX
ROG SupremeFX audio technology delivers an exceptional 113 dB signal-to-noise ratio on the line-in connection to provide best-ever recording quality. There's also a low-dropout regulator for clean power delivery to the SupremeFX ALC4082 codec, plus an ESS® 9018Q2C integrated DAC.
OPTIMIZATION
The ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme provides all the tools needed for quickly and easily optimizing any system.
Level Up Performance
The dashboard-style control panel of AI Suite 3 makes it easy to fine-tune almost every aspect of the ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme. Get the best balance between performance, cooling, stability, and efficiency via one simple and intuitive interface.
UEFI BIOS
The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything needed to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
Accurate Voltage Monitoring
Conventional motherboards use single-ended sensing circuits that are susceptible to noise and have to tap voltage rails from a location that isn’t ideal for accurate monitoring. These issues lead to a large disparity between the voltage fed to components and the values reported to software. The ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme features a differential-sensing circuit that rejects noise and takes readings directly from the CPU and the end point of major voltage rails. This simplifies overclocking and tuning by allowing you to track voltages more accurately.
PERSONALIZE
In addition to extraordinary performance, the ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme provides extensive styling and customization options to let you build a system that truly stands apart.
Grow Your Gaming World with Aura Sync
Up your game with complementary Aura Syncenhanced aesthetics, featuring preset lighting effects that can be easily synchronized across compatible ROG graphics cards, monitors, mice and keyboards to give your setup a unified look.
Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header
The addressable Gen 2 RGB headers can be controlled with Aura software, which automatically tailors your preferred lighting effects to the number of LEDs present in the connected gear or strip. The new headers also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB components.
LiveDash OLED
The ROG Crosshair VIII Extreme includes LiveDash, a built-in 2-inch OLED panel that shows useful information and features customizable graphics. During the power-on, self-test (POST) phase, the OLED shows key stats in simple language using traditional POST codes. In normal operation, the panel can be programmed to show CPU frequency, device temperatures, fan speeds or water-cooling information. You can also personalize the default OLED GIF with a preferred image or animation.
RAMCache III
RAMCache III software utility turns milliseconds into microseconds to boost game-load times. Fully compatible with the latest NVM Express storage options, RAMCache III utilizes uniquely intelligent technology to effectively cache any storage device, so favorite games and apps launch at breakneck speeds.
Sonic Studio III
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. The intuitive Sonic Studio interface also offers a range of EQ options and one-click presets, allowing you to tailor acoustics to suit personal preferences or the characteristics of your headset.
Armoury Crate
Armoury Crate is a software utility designed to provide centralized control of supported ROG gaming products. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate puts command of all your Aura gear at your fingertips with the new Aura Creator suite. 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.
AIDA64 Extreme
The ROG Crosshair VIII series includes a one-year AIDA64 Extreme subscription. This industry-leading system information tool provides detailed information about installed hardware and software, and it also provides benchmarks for measuring performance of the entire system or individual components. AIDA64 Extreme includes a monitoring and diagnostics feature to detect and prevent hardware issues. All vital system sensors can be tracked in real time, allowing voltage readings, fan speeds, and temperature information to be viewed on the desktop, sent to dedicated displays, or the OLED panels of ROG AIO liquid coolers.
Graphics Card Holder
Featuring a magnetic base, adjustable slider and hinge, the ROG Graphics Card Holder banishes sag and provides support where it’s needed most.
Processor
Processor manufacturer: AMD
Processor socket: Socket AM4
Compatible processor series: AMD Ryzen 3000 Series, AMD Ryzen 5000 Series
Maximum number of SMP processors: 1
Memory
Supported memory types: DDR4-SDRAM
Number of memory slots: 4
Memory slots type: DIMM
Memory channels: Dual-channel
Supported memory clock speeds: 2133,2400,2666,2800,2933,3000,3200,3400,3466,3600,3733,3866,4000,4133,4266,4400,4600,4800,4866,5000,5100 MHz
Maximum internal memory: 128 GB
Feature: Unbuffered memory
Storage controllers
Supported storage drive types: HDD & SSD
Supported storage drive interfaces: M.2, SATA III
Graphics
Parallel processing technology support: 2-Way SLI
Internal I/O
USB 2.0 connectors: 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors: 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors: 1
Number of SATA III connectors: 6
Feature: Audio connector
Feature: Front panel audio connector
Feature: Front panel connector
Feature: ATX Power connector (24-pin)
Feature: CPU fan connector
Number of chassis fan connectors: 2
Feature: 12V power connector
Feature: RGB LED pin header
Rear panel I/O ports
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity: 8
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 2
DisplayPorts quantity: 2
Feature: S/PDIF out port
Thunderbolt ports quantity: 2
Network
Feature: Ethernet LAN
Ethernet interface type: 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet
LAN controller: Marvell AQtion AQC113CS, Intel I225-V
Feature: Wake-on-LAN ready
Feature: Wi-Fi
Top Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Wi-Fi standards: 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Feature: Bluetooth
Bluetooth version: 5.2
Features
Motherboard chipset: AMD X570
Audio chip: Realtek ALC4082
Audio output channels: 7.1 channels
Component for: PC
Motherboard form factor: Extended ATX
Motherboard chipset family: AMD
Windows operating systems supported: Windows 10, Windows 11
Expansion slots
PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots: 1
PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots: 3
PCI Express x16 (Gen 4.x) slots: 2
Number of M.2 (M) slots: 3
BIOS
BIOS type: UEFI AMI
BIOS memory size: 512 Mbit
Feature: Clear CMOS button
Logistics data
Harmonized System (HS) code: 84733020
Weight & dimensions
Width: 305 mm
Depth: 277 mm
Height: 108 mm
Other features
Weight: 3 kg
WARRANTY CUSTOM PCs
30 DAY UPGRADE WARRANTY
Should you receive your CUSTOM PC or CUSTOM LAPTOP and you want to make any change ( excludes case ) such as extra memory , hdds , ssds , etc we will collect your PC and perform the upgrade for the cost of the extra components only. If there are components which need to be returned to complete the upgrade then we will credit you the amount charged for the component when purchased against the upgrade component. There will be no collection , return or labour charge within 30 days of you having received your new custom pc. You must inform us in writing by email before the end of the 30 days period quoting your order number and the upgrade you require. AIO Liquid Coolers and PC Cases are excluded from the 30 DAY UPGRADE WARRANTY.
90 DAY UPGRADE WARRANTY
Should you want to upgrade your CUSTOM PC within 90 Days of receipt we can collect your PC ( and return ) for a fee of €24.99. You can upgrade memory and other components without paying a labour charge for the installation of the upgrade components and we will allow a trade in of any returned components related to the upgrade at up to 75% of their original value. The only exception to the upgrade warranty is AIO Liquid Coolers and PC Cases.
2 YEAR COLLECT & RETURN WARRANTY
Our Custom PCs come with a 2 year collect & return warranty which means should there be any hardware failure within 2 years from the date of purchase we will collect the PC , repair and return. Software is excluded from the warranty as is customer induced damage or damage from misuse which includes for example over-clocking or damage caused from opening the PC , etc.
3 YEAR COLLECT & RETURN WARRANTY
As on option on our Custom PCs and LAPTOPS a 3 year collect & return warranty can be added for an additional cost which means should there be any hardware failure within 2 years from the date of purchase we will collect the PC , repair and return, and in year 3 of your warranty we will include Collection & Return as well as a Zero Labour Fee Promise , Hardware may not be covered in year 3 however we will always verify this with the manufacturer. Software is excluded from the warranty, as is customer induced damage or damage from misuse which includes for example over-clocking or damage caused from opening the PC , etc.. Please note that certain components are excluded by their respective manufacturers from the 3rd year of the of the warranty however if this is the case then we will supply the component for cost price and fit under warranty which means no labour costs.
COMPONENT & ACCESSORY WARRANTY
Components and Accessories are covered by their respective manufacturers warranty and you should always contact the manufacturers support first. We are however , always here to help, and if you need help or advice please contact our support. Most Manufacturers have returns procedures in place and do not allow us to accept their returns. We cannot accept most components or accessories for return after 30 days from date of purchase however we will always endeavour to assist our customers and we will contact the manufacturer on our customers behalf. If you need to know which manufacturers offer direct support and which do not then please contact our support staff and we will get the information for you. We can also offer advise when warranty is refused by the manufacturer or if you need advice on whether an item is covered by warranty. Customer induced damage for example bent pins on cpus or motherboards or thermal paste on cpu sockets is not covered by warranty nor is physical or accidental damage.
We are here to always help and provide assistance to our customers and were there is an issue with obtaining warranty from the manufacturer we will always keep the customer informed and provide them with the information we receive from the manufacturer. We will provide accurate information to allow our customers to make the best decisions when it comes to out of warranty components or components where the manufacturer or we have refused warranty.
DELIVERY INFORMATION
RELIABLE & FAST DELIVERY ACROSS IRELAND AND EUROPE
Our Delivery Partners DPD.IE offer fast and reliable delivery across every county in Ireland and across Europe, and give our customer the greatest flexibility when it comes to organising their orders to a time and day which suits them. When an order is collected from us by DPD.IE the customer receives an email which will include tracking details allowing the customer to both track and control their order. On the morning of the delivery DPD.IE will send an SMS Text to notify the customer of the delivery windows to a 60 minute timeslot and if this does not suit the customer can reschedule to a suitable time and day or organise delivery to a safe third party location or to a Local DPD Parcel Shop.
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All orders shipped with DPD.IE are covered under our own Goods in Transit Insurance Policy.
DURING BUSY PERIODS DELIVERY MAY BE WITH GLS.IE OR FASTWAY.IE WITH DISPATCH EMAIL SHOWING DELIVERY COMPANY WITH TRACKING EMAIL. WE WOULD ONLY CHANGE FROM DPD.IE UNDER EXTREME CIRCUMSTANCES SUCH AS IF THE DPD.IE FINAL DELIVERY DAY BEFORE CHRISTMAS WAS IN FACT EARLIER THAN THAT OFFERED BY GLS OR FASTWAY. WE WILL ALWAYS PROVIDE TRACKING DETAILS AND STATE THE CARRIER WE SHIP WITH TO ENSURE OUR CUSTOMERS CAN TRACK THEIR ORDERS.
CUSTOM DESKTOP PCs & LAPTOPS
Custom Desktop PCs and Laptops can take up to 12 business days from day of order however this is an estimate only with the timeframe based on the complexity of the build , availability of components and how busy we are when the order is placed. Most PC builds outside of busy periods ( Christmas / New Year for Example ) are built , quality checked and shipped within 7 business days. For order updates please read the order confirmation email , order update emails or log into your account to view the order status. Please do not send emails asking for order updates until 12 business days after your order has been placed. All Orders Include 23% VAT and we include a paper VAT Invoice with every order. You can also download a PDF of your Invoice if you have an account with us.
PRE-CONFIGURED DESKTOP PCs & LAPTOPS
Pre-Configured Custom Desktop PCs and Laptops can take up to 7 business days from day of order however this is an estimate only with the timeframe based on the complexity of the build , availability of components and how busy we are when the order is placed. Most PC builds outside of busy periods ( Christmas / New Year for Example ) are built , quality checked and shipped within 5 business days. For order updates please read the order confirmation email , order update emails or log into your account to view the order status. Please do not send emails asking for order updates until 7 business days after your order has been placed.All Orders Include 23% VAT and we include a paper VAT Invoice with every order. You can also download a PDF of your Invoice if you have an account with us.
NEXT DAY DELIVERY DESKTOP PCs & LAPTOPS
Next Day Custom Desktop PCs and Laptops are Prebuilt and Shipped from stock and should ship within 24 hours of the order being placed. You will receive an order confirmation email with tracking information when your order ships. If you need an order update please log into your account or read your order confirmation email. If you have not received your order within 5 business days please contact us.All Orders Include 23% VAT and we include a paper VAT Invoice with every order. You can also download a PDF of your Invoice if you have an account with us.
GOODS IN TRANSIT INSURANCE
All Orders shipped by us are covered by our own goods in transit insurance to the full value of the order which is additional to the goods in transit insurance offered by DPD.ie. Our goods are packed to International standards to ensure damage in transit is highly unlikely and all of our orders are packed in a secure location which has 16 high definition security cameras to ensure should there be a report of a missing item / short shipment it can be verified quickly. All of our orders are sealed and should not be accepted or signed for if there is damage to the packing or if the packing looks like it has been opened. If an order is damaged or lost in transit the claims procedures of our insurer must be adhered to or we cannot guarantee a favourable outcome. It is our policy to replace orders which have been lost in transit however if this is not acceptable to the customer then a claim can be made to the value of the goods with our insurer. If a Custom Assembled Desktop PC or Laptop suffers damage in transit we will examine the unit and replace any damaged components however we cannot replace a custom desktop pc or laptop in its entirety unless the product is declared a write off by our insurers. It is our policy to avoid our customer having to wait for claims to be settled and we reserve the right to make a determination whilst we wait for the insurers official determination. This ensures we can often resolve an issue in days however for this to happen we do need the customers help and assistance. If we collect a custom desktop pc or laptop under the collect and return warranty it is covered up to €500 for damage in transit once the item has been packed to the same standard as it was shipped in. If a customer chooses to return an item(s) with a different carrier of their own choosing then any returned item(s) are no covered until the terms of our goods in transit policy. We would please ask customers not to use AN POST for returns as we have experienced issues as AN POST staff sign for deliveries and not the recipient ( US) which can make claiming for lost of damaged item(s) very difficult. Items not be returned by going to a DPD.IE PICKUP POINT of which there are over 600 across Ireland https://dpd.ie/Pickup. At your local Pickup Point you can return any item after paying a fee to the Pickup Point https://shipping.dpd.ie/products-and-services/pickup-shops.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
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BANK TRANSFER - OFFLINE METHOD
Bank Transfer or Bank Payment is an OFFLINE payment method primarily used by business customers for larger transactions. Orders are not processed until payment is received and when sending the payment through your bank please ensure you use your order number as the reference. We bank with Bank of Ireland with transfer usually same day or next day depending on the sending bank. If you do not receive a processing email confirming we have received payment within 24 hours please email SALES@GAMEFORCE.IE and we will check to see if we have received your payment. Information entered is processed on our server which is hosted by Amazon Web Services.
PAYPAL - DEBIT , CREDIT CARD & PAYPAL ACCOUNT
The PayPal Checkout option allows customers to use their PayPal account to checkout. Due to the lack of security checking out with PayPal may require additional security steps to be completed before an order can be completed. If you choose PayPal as a checkout option your order may be delayed. Unfortunately address verification is required before we can ship and order and we also require a mobile phone number and we may have to contact you to get these delaying your order if they are not provided by PayPal. Information entered on the PayPal site such as credit or debit card information is not shared with us and no financial information is stored on our servers which are hosted on secure servers in the EU. The Only Information stored on our server is for the delivery and warranty of the order which includes name , address , phone number and email address.
GOOGLE & APPLE WALLETS
Easily Checkout using your Payment Wallets saving time and effort and streamlining the Checkout process. Our Checkout is integrated with multiple payment wallets and if you need help or find your wallet is not integrated let us know and we will see if we can add your wallet version. Using Wallets allow payments using cards we would not normally support which adds extra flexibility to our checkout and gives our customers many more payment options.
