Intel Z370 mATX gaming motherboard with Aura Sync RGB LED lighting, DDR4 4000MHz support , dual M.2, SATA 6Gbps and USB 3.1 LGA1151 socket for 8th-gen Intel® Core™ desktop processors. Aura Sync RGB: Synchronize LED lighting with a vast portfolio of compatible PC gear. 5-Way Optimization: Automated system-wide tuning, providing overclocking and cooling profiles that are tailor-made for your rig. Gaming audio: SupremeFX S1220A teams with Sonic Studio III to create an aural landscape that draws you deeper into the action. Gaming connectivity: Dual M.2 and USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A connectors. Gaming networking: Intel Gigabit Ethernet, LANGuard and GameFirst. Gamer’s Guardian: ASUS SafeSlot and premium components for maximum endurance. Shop Modal header SUPERIOR SPECS GAMING CUSTOMIZATION GAMING PERFORMANCE GAMING CONNECTIVITY GAMING AUDIO GAMER'S GUARDIAN ROG GIVES YOU MORE THE POWER OF INTEL Customization Performance Connectivity Gaming audio Gamer's Guardian ROG Strix Gives You More With aesthetics inspired by the sharpest blades and premium colorways to match any mood, the all-new ROG Strix Z370 motherboards are ready to do battle — and infused with all the essential ROG engineering needed to push performance as far as you dare. Ready for the latest 8th Generation Intel® Core™ processors, ROG Strix Z370-G Gaming is loaded with overclocking and cooling innovations to keep your gaming rig's thermals in check as you turn up the clock. Factor in custom Aura RGB illumination and superior SupremeFX audio and you'll know that ROG Strix Z370-G Gaming looks great and sounds amazing — and outperforms every expectation to dominate your game! Gaming aesthetics: Angular design, inspired by the cutting edge of the sharpest katana ROG badge: Our all-seeing eye is cast in brushed metal, for tactile style that makes your rig shine USB 3.1 Gen2(2 x Type-A) Intel® I219-V LANGuardGameFirst IV 2 x PCIe 3.0 x 16 SafeSlots(Support x16, x8/x8) SupremeFX S1220A CODEC · Impedance sense · High quality output and input · SupremeFX shielding · Dual headphone amplifiers DDR4 4000MHz (O.C.) Support XMP Intel® Socket 1151 M.2 Socket 3 Type M (2242-22110) Support PCIe 3.0 x 4 Mode 6 x SATA 6G ports M.2 Socket 3 Type M (2242-2280) Support SATA & PCIe 3.0 x4 mode T-sensor header Customization ROG Strix Z370-G Gaming looks as good as it performs, with built-in RGB illumination, it's perfect for the style-conscious part of your personality! Outshine the competition A well-tuned system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers a variety of eye-catching presets for the built-in RGB as well as full manual control, so light up quick and easy or get creative by designing your own illumination — the choice is yours. And it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware. *Learn more about ASUS Aura Sync. Static Breathing Strobing Color cycle Music effect CPU Temperature Aura lighting control ASUS Aura has evolved and is friendlier than ever. Aura now supports RGB color codes, for easier setup You can also customize temperature thresholds to choose how CPU and GPU temps are expressed via RGB lighting Infinite Lighting Possibilities ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED technology makes ROG Strix Z370-G Gaming the control hub for your illumination ambitions — so it's easy to synchronize incredible lighting effects between compatible components, including graphics cards, keyboards and even mice. Change all LEDs in unison or employ dynamic modes to flow the illumination effects smoothly across all synchronized devices. *Learn more about Aura SDK. performance ROG Strix Z370-G Gaming rocks core ROG features to help you max out all aspects of system performance, handing you the tools needed to realize your system's true potential. 5-Way Optimization One-click overclock and cooling, done! One click takes care of all that complex tuning. ASUS 5-Way Optimization makes your PC smart. It dynamically optimizes essential aspects of the system, providing overclocking and cooling profiles that are tailored for your rig. ・ An automated tuning utility that optimizes overclocking and cooling profiles for your unique system configuration. ・ Fans stay whisper-quiet for everyday computing, and deliver optimal airflow when the system is crunching through CPU or GPU-intensive tasks. ・ All-new stress test that allows users to optimize and overclock for CPU or memory-centric workloads. TPU EPU Fan Xpert 4 Digi+Power control Turbo App Unleash your PC's full performance with the ASUS AI Suite 3 utility. A TurboV Processing Unit (TPU) is the intelligence behind our automated system-tuning utility, offering the ability to fine-tune voltages, monitor system stats, and adjust overclock parameters for optimal performance. With the Energy Processing Unit (EPU) you'll enjoy system-wide power savings. The EPU automatically optimizes power consumption and maximizes savings with Away mode — a smart setting that creates an extreme energy-saving scenario by shutting down unused I/O controllers. With ROG Strix Z370-G Gaming you have comprehensive control over fans and water pumps, via either Fan Xpert 4 or our media-acclaimed UEFI. Whether you're cooling with air or water, Auto-Tuning mode intelligently configures all parameters with a single click. There's also an Extreme Quiet mode, which reduces all fan speeds to below the default minimum — keeping your system whisper-quiet when performing light tasks. Digi+ 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. This intuitive tool allows you to define CPU overclocking, apply fan profiles, prioritize network data and optimize audio settings at app level ― so your system is perfectly optimized for whatever you're doing. Cooler By Design ROG Strix Z370-G Gaming features the most comprehensive cooling controls ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS: Multiple temperature sources 4-pin PWM/DC fan Water pump+ Each header can be set to monitor and react to three thermal sensors, and via Fan Xpert 4 you can even assign a sensor to monitor the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards — for optimal cooling during GPU- or CPU-intensive workloads. Every onboard header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.*W_PUMP+ is also PWM/DC controllable. A dedicated header that can supply over 3A to high-performance PWM or DC water pumps. DDR4 OVERCLOCKING STRENGTH IN NUMBERS ASUS OptiMem preserves memory signal integrity by routing memory traces and vias to the optimal PCB layer, and our T-Topology layout ensures time-aligned signaling by balancing trace lengths between memory slots. These enhancements lead to more headroom for overclocking and improved stability, allowing memory speeds of DDR4-4000 and beyond with all slots populated. Improved Stability and Overclocking With all slots populated DDR4 – 4000 MHz CPU : Intel LGA 1151 i7-8700K | Motherboard : ROG STRIX Z370-G GAMING| DRAM : CORSAIR CMK32GX4M4B4000C19R Ver. 4.31 | Power : Corsair AX1500i | Water-cooling : Corsair H115i | OS: Windows 10 OC design: ASUS Pro Clock technology IMPROVED OVERCLOCKING FOR FASTER GAMING PERFORMANCE A dedicated base-clock generator designed for 8th Generation Intel® processors allows overclocked base-clock (BCLK) frequencies up to 432MHz* — or even beyond. This custom solution works in tandem with the TPU to enhance voltage and base-clock overclocking control, providing an exciting new way to boost performance to extreme heights. Advantages of ASUS Pro Clock: ・Reduced boot time ・Lower jitter under extreme conditions for higher overclocks ・Increased stability under heavy overclocking BCLK Range (MHz) CPU Frequency RAMCACHE II SPEED YOUR GAME LOADS Uniquely intelligent technology that effectively caches an entire storage device so that favorite games and apps launch at breakneck speeds, getting to work the moment it's activated. RAMCache II turns milliseconds into microseconds to boost game-load times -- and of course it's compatible with the latest NVM Express storage options! Automatically caches all your storage devices at the same time for optimal use of your system‘s caching resources. Media-acclaimed BIOS DESIGN The smoothest, slickest mouse-controlled graphical BIOS has been improved to make it even more appealing. Whether you're a PC novice or a seasoned overclocker, the EZ and Advanced Modes help you find your way. In EZ Mode you can get set up very quickly, applying the date and time, fan profiles and Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory profiles. Switch to Advanced Mode to set up favorites and shortcuts, record and review recent changes with Last Modified or make notes in Quick Notes. CrashFree BIOS 3 Never again worry about corrupted BIOS, as CrashFree BIOS 3 lets you restore a PC to working order — even when it won't boot! EZ Flash 3 Update the latest BIOS via the internet or from within the system BIOS. connectivity ROG Strix Z370-G Gaming is engineered with the latest connectivity for the best gaming experiences. You'll transfer faster, banish lag and enjoy no-delay downloads — freeing up time for more victories! INTEL Ethernet Lower CPU workload, higer TCP & UDP throughput Featuring the latest Intel® Ethernet (I219-V) for faster, smoother gaming. Intel Ethernet controllers have a natural synergy with their processors and chipsets, reducing CPU overhead and offering exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput, so there's more power for games and other tasks. LOWER CPU WORKLOAD HIGH TCP & UDP THROUGHPUT Dual PCIe 3.0 M.2 Let your SSD scream at speeds of up to 32Gbps Dual PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 slots provide NVMe SSD RAID support for an incredible performance boost. Create a RAID configuration with up to three PCIe 3.0 storage devices via two M.2 slots and a PCIe x16 slot to enjoy the world's fastest data-transfer speeds. Learn More > LANGuard Pumped-up throughput, best surge protection LANGuard means safer, more reliable connections for your battles! Advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounting processes join forces to protect your ROG Strix Z370-G Gaming's connection and deliver pumped-up throughput, plus electrostatically guarded and surge-protected components (ESD Guards) for 1.9X-greater tolerance to static electricity and 2.5X-greater protection against surges — up to 15kV! Surface-mountedcapacitors EMI Cover GAMEFIRST IV TEAM UP TO BANISH LAG GameFirst IV optimizes network traffic for faster, lag-free online gaming — and now we've added Multi-Gate Teaming to team all your networks for maximum bandwidth and the smoothest-ever gameplay. You'll also enjoy all-new Intelligent mode, which automatically compiles a database by parsing new app data to ensure that every game is optimized for the best performance. watch video AUDIO No gaming experience is complete without great audio, and ROG Strix Z370-G Gaming delivers superior sound that immerses completely — so you'll hear every detail! SupremeFX SHIELDED AUDIO, SUPERIOR SOUND ROG Strix's SupremeFX audio technology has levelled up, delivering an exceptional 113dB signal-to-noise ratio on the line-in connection for best-ever recording quality — and 120dB on line-out for crystal-clear sound! We've also added a low-dropout regulator for cleaner power delivery to the SupremeFX S1220A codec, plus Texas Instruments® RC4580 and OPA1688 op-amps for high gain with low distortion. It all adds up to audio that envelops you as never before! Learn more about SupremeFX A. Audio cover Effective shielding preserves the integrity of audio signals for the best quality. B. Dual Op Amplifiers One op amp adds voltage gain while the other works as a buffer. Together, they're capable of driving 32-600Ω headphones effortlessly. C. Premium Nichicon™ audio capacitors Fine-quality Japanese-made components that produce a warmer, natural sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity. D. Audio line shielding Blocks electromagnetic interference from the motherboard or add-ons to provide cleaner audio. Sonic Studio III Sonic Studio now supports HRTF-based (head-related transfer function*) virtual surround for VR 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, allowing you to tailor acoustics to suit personal preferences or the characteristics of your headset. *Learn more about Sonic Studio III 1 2 3 App-specific profiles Apply customized audio settings to different applications, so everything you do is perfectly tuned to the way you want to listen. Surround sound Surround sound for a truly immersive audio experience Sonic Studio Link New Sonic Studio Link VR functionality extends its HRTF effects to headsets like the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive. *A head-related transfer function is an audio algorithm derived from sound data recorded through a dummy head. Test tones are played from a spherical grid around the dummy head to obtain subtle changes in sounds that come from different directions. The results are combined into an algorithm that allows Sonic Studio's virtual surround to process sound true to life. **Please note Sonic Studio Link is available only in version 3.6 and later. Scan and detect to dominate! Sonic Radar III Sonic Radar III is all new – with an evolved audio engine that processes sounds more accurately than ever, ensuring you're always aware of what's going on around you. A new on-screen arrow has also been added to help you pinpoint the enemy position instantly! *Learn more about Sonic Radar III Improved Audio Algorithm The new Sonic Radar audio algorithm is now even more accurate to allow enemies to be pinpointed with even more accuracy. 3D Engine Sonic Radar III is built around it's all new HUD with an in-game 3 dimensional arrow for a more intuitive experience. Audio Boost The new audio boost feature now allows the boosted audio to be heard directly. *HUD: Head Up Display Audio Radar Sonic Radar III is effective regardless of surrounding noise and chaos. gamer'sguardian ROG Strix Z370-G Gaming is carefully designed and engineered with loads of high-quality components to protect your investment — and we call them Gamer's Guardian. Individually they're tough, together they're unstoppable. SafeSlot ASUS SafeSlot is the PCIe slot reinvented. Featuring a new single-step, insert-molding manufacturing process that integrates fortifying metal and additional solder points, SafeSlot provides stronger PCIe device retention and greater shearing resistance. Q-LEDs Onboard LEDs indicate power status as well as problems with the CPU, memory, graphics card, or boot device for quick diagnosis. CPU Installation tool Three-step simplicity and safety. Just pop your CPU in the special tool, insert the tool into the CPU socket, close the latch and you're good to go. Digi+ VRM The Digi+ VRM voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the industry, ensuring ultra-smooth and ultra-clean power delivery to the CPU. DRAM overcurrent protection Onboard resettable fuses protect all connection ports and DRAM modules against overcurrent and short-circuit damage, extending your motherboard's life. Highly durable component Fine-quality, super-tough components are our watchwords. We fit only superior chokes, plus durable capacitors engineered to resist extreme temperature variations of between -55℃ and 105℃ —110% better than the industry standard. Stainless-steel back I/O Crafted from chromium-plated, corrosion-resistant stainless steel, the input/output (I/O) panel lasts up to 3X longer than ordinary panels. ROG StrixGives you more When you buy ROG you expect to get more — and boy, do you get it. ROG Strix Z370-G Gaming is bundled with loads of extras that you won't get elsewhere, so wrap your rig with ROG spirit! Overwolf Stay in the game Overwolf is a clever, unobtrusive overlay that lets you browse the internet, email, IM, and stream or record gameplay – all while you're in the game. Color-matched ROG skins that display your status as a member of an elite pack are also available for download from the Overwolf App Store. watch video In-game dock- 5 customizable apps In-game calling- 0 missed calls during gaming Multi-IM support- 5+ clients in a single interface 5 customizable apps 0 missed calls during gaming 5+ clients in a single interface ROG Clone Drive Image your drives, the smart way All-new ROG Clone Drive is the smart, convenient cloning solution that quickly and efficiently replicates hard drives or SSDs. Clone Drive is so smart that it can clone one drive to two target drives at the same time, or image any file from your disk at breakneck speeds. 3D-printable accessories As system parts are visible in custom PC builds, make yours stand out from the competition with 3D-printed accessories. Download 3D-printable file here Fan grill Add a little extra style to your build. Cable Combs Keep cables organized with the multi-connector design. 3D design files are available for 24-pin, 8-pin, 8 + 6-pin, 6-pin and 4-pin PSU connectors. ROG FONTS Use ROG font files to print letters -- then fully customize your build by adding your name or any other word or phrase! ROG keychain Print a 3D keychain and show your ROG passion to the world! Beyond VR ready ROG Strix Z370-G Gaming is VR Ready — and beyond! The ASUS Beyond VR Ready marque means that ROG Strix Z370-G Gaming has been tested with loads of class-leading components to ensure that your productivity, gaming, and entertainment needs are tuned for maximum performance. ASUS Beyond VR Ready provides a new way to configure and build your dream system with total confidence. The power of Intel Intel® Z370 chipset The Intel® Z370 chipset supports 8th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Additionally, the Z370 provides a maximum of 10 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, six SATA 6Gbps ports, and 32Gbps M.2 and PCIe 3.0 lane speed support, for faster data retrieval. Intel Z370 also supports integrated-graphics, so you'll enjoy the very latest in graphics performance. Ready for 8th Generation Intel LGA1151 Core processors This motherboard supports 8th Generation Intel® Core™ processors in the LGA1151 package, with integrated graphics, memory and PCI Express controllers to support onboard graphics output with dedicated chipsets, dual-channel (4-DIMM) DDR4 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes for great performance.