The Z370-F Gaming, which is the ASUS ROG Strix Z370-F Gaming, is an ATX gaming motherboard built on the Intel Z370 chipset, primarily designed for 8th Generation Intel® Core processors (LGA 1151 socket).
Performance & Core Components
- CPU Support: Intel® LGA 1151 socket for 8th Gen (and in some cases, 9th Gen) Intel® Core processors.
- Chipset: Intel® Z370.
- Memory: Supports up to 64GB of DDR4 memory, with overclocked speeds up to 4000 MHz (O.C.).
- Multi-GPU Support: Ready for NVIDIA® 2-Way SLI and AMD 3-Way CrossFireX technologies.
Storage & Connectivity
- M.2 Slots: Features two onboard M.2 slots for high-speed SSDs, with one slot including an integrated M.2 heatsink to maintain drive performance.
- SATA: 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports.
- USB: Includes both USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C ports on the rear I/O for 10 Gb/s transfer speeds.
- Networking: Intel® I219-V Gigabit LAN with ROG GameFirst Technology for optimized network traffic. It does not have built-in Wi-Fi.
- Expansion Slots: Offers 3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slots and 4 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1 slots. The main x16 slots feature SafeSlot for reinforcement.
Audio & Aesthetics
- Audio: Uses the ROG SupremeFX 8-Channel HD Audio CODEC S1220A with Dual Headphone Amplifiers, SupremeFX Shielding Technology, and premium Japanese capacitors for high-quality sound. Also supports Sonic Studio III and Sonic Radar III software.
- Aura Sync RGB: Features ASUS exclusive AURA Sync RGB lighting on the motherboard, along with both standard and an Addressable RGB Header to synchronize lighting across compatible components.
Cooling & Protection
- Cooling Controls: Comprehensive fan controls via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS, with multiple headers for fans, AIO pump, and a dedicated thermal sensor header.
- Durable Design: Built with Digi+ VRM for precise power delivery, DRAM Over-current Protection, and a Stainless Steel Back I/O shield.