The ASUS ROG Strix H370-F Gaming is an ATX motherboard designed for 8th and 9th Generation Intel Core processors (LGA 1151 socket, using the Intel H370 chipset).
Here are its key features:
Core Performance & Platform
- CPU Socket: LGA 1151 (for 8th/9th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron Processors).
- Chipset: Intel H370 (Note: This chipset does not support CPU overclocking).
- Memory: 4 x DIMM slots, Dual Channel DDR4 up to 2666MHz (max. 64GB). It supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP).
Connectivity & Storage
- USB 3.1 Gen 2: Features integrated USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports on the rear I/O, including Type-A (red) and one Type-C (black) port.
- Storage:
- Dual M.2 Slots: One slot supports PCIe 3.0 x4, and the other supports PCIe 3.0 x2 mode (and SATA mode).
- M.2 Heatsink: Includes an integrated M.2 heatsink for one slot to help keep your NVMe SSD cool.
- SATA: 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports.
- Intel Optane Memory Ready support.
- Networking:
- Intel Gigabit Ethernet (I219-V).
- LANGuard: Hardware-level network protection.
- GameFirst IV: Network traffic shaping software for prioritizing game packets.
Gaming & Aesthetics
- Aura Sync RGB: Features onboard RGB headers and is compatible with the ASUS Aura Sync ecosystem to synchronize lighting across compatible components.
- Gaming Audio: SupremeFX S1220A 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC with:
- Dual Headphone Amplifiers.
- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output.
- SupremeFX Shielding Technology.
- Sonic Studio III and Sonic Radar III software.
- Easy DIY & Protection:
- Pre-Mounted I/O Shield: Makes installation easier and provides electromagnetic shielding.
- SafeSlot: Reinforced PCIe x16 slot to prevent damage from heavy graphics cards.
- Gamer's Guardian: Features like DRAM Overcurrent Protection, ESD Guards, and highly durable components.
Cooling
- Fan Xpert 4: Comprehensive cooling controls, including fan auto-tuning and the ability to monitor multiple temperature sources.
- Dedicated Headers: Includes headers for CPU fan, CPU OPT fan, Chassis fans, and an AIO Pump.