Asus ROG STRIX X299-E GAMING, Intel X299, 2066, ATX, 8 DDR4, SLI/XFire, Wi-Fi, M.2 Heatsink, RGB Lighting

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Intel X299 ATX gaming motherboard with Aura Sync RGB LED lighting, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, DDR4 4133MHz, dual M.2, SATA 6Gbps and a USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector
  • Intel® Core™ X Series processor family: Ready for the latest LGA 2066 socket CPUs.
  • Synchronize RGB lighting with a vast portfolio of Aura Sync capable PC gear – now with support for addressable light strips.
  • Onboard M.2 Heatsink: Cools your M.2 drive, delivering consistent storage performance and enhanced reliability.
  • 5-Way Optimization: Automated system-wide tuning, providing overclocking and cooling profiles that are tailor made for your rig.
  • Gaming audio: SupremeFX S1220A teamed with Sonic Studio III, cast an aural landscape that draws you deeper into the action.
  • Gaming connectivity: Dual M.2 and USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C™ connectors.
  • Gaming networking: Intel Gigabit Ethernet, LANGuard GameFirst and 2×2 802.11ac Wi-Fi with MU-MIMO support.
  • Gaming durability: ASUS SafeSlot and premium components for maximum durability.

 

ROG Strix X299-E Gaming is loaded with powerful tuning, overclocking, cooling and personalization innovations to make your next build as agile as your ambitions. We've channeled ROG engineering ingenuity into Strix X299-E Gaming to create a standout ATX motherboard that's tricked out with superior SupremeFX audio for deeper in-game immersion, Aura Sync lighting with an all-new addressable-RGB-strip header to unleash infinite illumination possibilities, and special mounts that make it easy to create your own 3D-printed upgrades. Infused with the essential gaming spirit that is ROG, Strix X299-E Gaming is hungry for high-performance Intel® Core™ X Series processors – and ready to satisfy your desire for X299.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Lighting
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Outshine the Competition
ASUS Aura Sync takes RGB lighting beyond the checkbox, combining and controlling the LEDs across all of your Aura-enabled products from a single application to achieve perfect, synchronized harmony. From motherboards and RGB strips to graphics cards and beyond, Aura Sync enables a veritable symphony of light for ultimate personalization. 
 
 
 
 
Aura Addressable Header
 
RGB Lighting Perfected
Strix X299-E Gaming motherboard now includes a dedicated addressable RGB header* that connects to compatible lighting strips, fans, coolers, and compatible PC cases, creating a new world of illumination possibilities. Our Aura software contains an array of effects for addressable gear, and the Aura SDK takes things to the next level – allowing developers to control each LED individually, unleashing infinite lighting possibilities! Strix X299-E Gaming motherboard includes a convenient 80cm extension cable, making it easy to fit an addressable RGB strip wherever you want, and we've worked with strip, fan, and chassis vendors to ensure an ever-growing choice of compatible addressable gear. 
 
 
 
 
Aura SDK
 
Infinite Lighting Possibilities
ASUS Aura SDK allows developers to take full advantage of the vast eco-system of Aura Sync-capable PC gear. From in-system illumination to peripherals and beyond, the SDK provides an evolving toolkit of options to enhance games and software with RGB lighting. Game effects, alerts, and audio can all be portrayed via Aura-compatible hardware, creating subtle or dazzling visual cues to augment the action. There's also scope to map system parameters such as temperatures to lighting, giving enthusiasts new ways to monitor vital information.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Performance
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M.2 Heatsink
 
Perfected Cooling for Unleashing Performance
Strix X299-E Gaming motherboards are equipped with an M.2 heatsink integrated into the PCH heatsink. With a huge cooling surface, the M.2 heatsink perfectly chills an inserted M.2 SSD – for consistent performance and reliability. Featuring a stylish angular design, the M.2 heatsink adds a beautiful touch to the build, while the T-sensor detects temperatures in the vital M.2 area for instant monitoring.
 
 
 
 
Third-Generation Asus T-Topology
 
DDR4 Overclocking. Strength in Number. 
With support for DDR4 memory, Strix X299-E Gaming lets you drive memory frequencies to 4133MHz – and even beyond when overclocked! ASUS-exclusive T-Topology circuit design plus OC Socket provides superb memory-overclocking capability to unleash the full power of DDR4 by minimizing coupling noise and signal reflection. With innovative equidistant memory channels, T-Topology delivers balanced control and powerful overclocking compatibility.
 
 
 
Asus Pro Clock II Technology
 
A dedicated base-clock (BCLK) generator designed for Intel Core X series processors allows overclocked base-clock frequencies up to or beyond 400MHz*. This custom solution works in tandem with the ASUS TurboV Processing Unit (TPU) to enhance voltage and base-clock overclocking control, providing an exciting new way to boost performance to extreme heights.
 
 
 
 
5-Way Optimization
 
Get Performance, Efficiency, Digital Power, Fan Control and Even Networking and Audio Tuning Tailored for You – and the Way You Play
You don't need to be an expert to max out gaming performance on your Strix X299-E Gaming build – because 5-Way Optimization sorts all the complex settings with a click, for instant, highly controllable performance boosts! Our exclusive technology dynamically optimizes essential aspects of your system based on real-time use, so you get superb CPU performance, everyday energy savings, ultra-stable digital power, cool and quiet fans, and even networking and audio settings that are tailored for the apps that you are using. In short, 5-Way Optimization ensures that your PC is perfect for gaming, entertainment, productivity or just about anything else!
 
  • Games run swiftly and smoothly with high performance, prioritized bandwidth, and vivid sound.
  • Fans stay whisper-quiet for everyday computing and ensure extreme cooling efficiency when gaming.
  • Stutter is eliminated, ensuring smooth-running apps — even under heavy loading.
  • Energy efficiency is improved, so you'll save money.
 
 
 
 
Cooler by Design
 
Play quieter and cooler with advanced fan and water-pump controls for the ultimate in undisturbed gaming. With onboard thermal sensors and hardware-level 4-pin/3-pin PWM/DC mode detection, Fan Xpert 4 makes sure every fan achieves the best balance of high cooling performance and low noise — so you enjoy all the performance you demand with none of the racket!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Audio
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SupremeFX
 
Shielded Audio, Superior Sound
Immerse yourself in sound with ROG Strix's SupremeFX audio technology. Utilizing the S1220A codec, ROG Strix's SupremeFX audio solution is engineered to provide a flat frequency response and offer a neutral, detailed sound signature. The addition of two op-amps on the front panel headphone output ensures adequate voltage and current to drive headphones to their full potential. And our Sonic Studio software grants you full control over every aspect of audio, including noise reduction algorithms for communications, plus EQ adjustments to get the most from your headset or speakers.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Networking
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Intel Gigabit Ethernet
 
More Throughput and Less Processing Equals Faster Online Play
Strix X299-E Gaming features the very latest Intel® Ethernet Controller I219-V for faster, smoother gaming. Intel's LAN has the serious double advantage of reducing CPU overhead and offering exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput, so there's more power for your game and your gameplay.
 
 
 
 
VROC
 
Upgrade you Raid
Unlock the Strix X299-E Virtual RAID on CPU (VROC) feature with the addition of an ASUS Hyper M.2 X16 Card; then to attach up to four PCIe® 3.0 x16 M.2 drives – for total bandwidth of up to 128GB/s! With VROC, your RAID arrays are easily configured to be bootable, and traditional DMI bottlenecks are eliminated so your storage is not held back by other traffic – perfect for busy scratch drives and content libraries!
 
 
 
 
2×2 Wi-Fi with MU Mimo
 
Onboard Wi-Fi with Transfer Speeds up to 867MBPS
Next-level 802.11ac Wi-Fi with 2×2 dual-band 2.4/5GHz antennas offer up to 867Mbps* transfer speeds – and the very latest Multi-User MIMO (MU-MIMO) technology ensures that every connected user** experiences the best wireless and online speeds! 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Gamer's Guardian
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Procool Power Connector
 
ASUS ProCool is the power connector reinvented! Compared with traditional power connectors, ProCool connectors ensure an exceptionally close and secure connection with the ROG Strix X299-E Gaming motherboard. This design is stronger, and also benefits power efficiency: the flush connection enables lower impedance and better heat dissipation, allowing cooler operating temperature.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Power of Intel
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Intel Core X Series processors for LGA 2066 (R4) socket
Intel Core X Series processors (6 core above): 4-channel (8-DIMM), 44/28 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. Intel Core X Series processors (4 core): 2-channel (4-DIMM), 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes.
 
  
Intel® X299 chipset
The Intel X299 chipset supports LGA 2066-socket Intel Core X Series processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Additionally, X299 provides a maximum 10 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, 8 SATA 6Gbps ports and 32Gbps M.2 support for faster data retrieval.

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Specification

  • Motherboard Type: Desktop
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Socket: 2066
  • Chipset: Intel X299
  • #Hide#DDR Type: DDR4
  • RAM Technology: DDR4 (Dual Channel)
  • RAM Slots: 8 x DIMM
  • RAM Speeds: 4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3400(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3300(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz
  • Maximum Memory: 128GB
  • Graphics:
  • Graphics Ports:
  • Multi-GPU Support: Supports NVIDIA Quad-GPU SLI Technology
    Supports AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX Technology
  • PCI Express: 44-Lane CPU:
    3 x PCIe 3.0 x16
    2 x PCIe 3.0 x4
    28-Lane CPU:
    3 x PCIe 3.0 x16
    2 x PCIe 3.0 x4
    16-Lane CPU:
    3 x PCIe 3.0 x16
    2 x PCIe 3.0 x4
  • PCI:
  • Storage: 8 x SATA III
    1 x M.2 Socket 3 (2242/2260/2280)
    1 x M.2 Socket 3 (2242/2260/2280/22110)
  • RAID: “RAID 0, 1, 5, 10”
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
    Bluetooth V4.2
  • LAN: GB LAN
  • Audio: SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A
  • USB Ports: “2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A & Type-C (at back)
    8 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (4 at back, 4 at mid-board)
    4 x USB 2.0 (2 at back, 2 at mid-board)
    1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector”
  • Back Panel I/O Ports: 1 x LAN (RJ45)
    2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A & Type-C
    4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
    2 x USB 2.0
    1 x Optical S/PDIF out
    5 x Audio jacks
    1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button
    1 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! module
  • Internal I/O Connectors: 1 x Aura Addressable Strip Header
    2 x RGB Strip Headers
    2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector
    1 x USB 2.0 connector
    2 x M.2 Socket 3
    8 x SATA 6Gb/s
    1 x M.2_FAN
    1 x VROC_HW_Key
    1 x CPU Fan
    1 x CPU OPT Fan
    2 x Chassis Fan
    1 x AIO_PUMP
  • .: 1 x W_PUMP+
    1 x 24-pin EATX
    1 x 4-pin & 8-pin ATX 12V
    1 x Front panel
    1 x System panel
    1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN
    1 x Thermal sensor
    1 x Power-on button
    1 x Clear CMOS jumper
    1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front connector
    1 x CPU_OV jumper
    1 x AAFP
  • CPU Support: See manufacturers link (next to product images)
  • Package Type: Retail
  • Additional Features: See Overview
  • Package Weight: 2.1040 kg
  • Warranty: 3 Years