ASUS ROG STRIX X870-I Gaming WiFi Mini-ITX AM5 Motherboard with Hive II

Expert Features Next-Gen AMD X870 Platform (AM5) : Built for AMD Ryzen™ 9000 / 8000 / 7000 Series processors, delivering extreme performance for gaming, AI workloads, and high-end compact builds. Mini-ITX Powerhouse Design : Ultra-compact 17cm x 17cm form factor engineered for Small Form Factor (SFF) builds without sacrificing high-end features or performance. Extreme 10+2+1 Power Stages (Up To 110A) : Premium VRM design ensures stable power delivery for high-core CPUs, enabling sustained boost clocks and overclocking headroom. DDR5 Memory Up To 8600+ MT/s (OC) : Dual-channel DDR5 architecture with EXPO & AEMP support unlocks ultra-fast memory speeds for gaming and AI-intensive applications. PCIe 5.0 Ready (GPU + Storage) : Full support for next-gen PCIe 5.0 x16 GPU slot and PCIe 5.0 M.2 NVMe , delivering extreme bandwidth for future-proof builds. Dual M.2 NVMe Slots With Heatsinks : Includes 1x PCIe 5.0 x4 + 1x PCIe 4.0 x4 , both equipped with thermal solutions to prevent SSD throttling. WiFi 7 + 2.5G LAN Ultra Networking : Cutting-edge WiFi 7 (up to 6.5Gbps) with 320MHz bandwidth + Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet ensures ultra-low latency and blazing speeds. Dual USB4 Type-C (40Gbps) : Next-gen connectivity with 2x USB4 ports supporting ultra-fast data transfer, display output, and modern peripherals. ROG Strix Hive II External Control Hub : Premium external module providing USB ports, volume knob, audio DAC, and system controls for instant access and cleaner cable management. AI Overclocking & AI Cooling II : Intelligent tuning automatically optimizes CPU performance and fan curves based on system behavior and thermals. AI Cache Boost (LLM Optimization) : Enhances AI workloads by optimizing cache and memory pathways for faster local AI processing. Advanced Thermal Design : VRM heatsinks, M.2 cooling, aluminum backplate, and multiple fan headers maintain stable performance in tight SFF builds. DIY-Friendly Q-Design : Features M.2 Q-Latch, PCIe Q-Release Slim, BIOS FlashBack, Clear CMOS, Q-Antenna for hassle-free building and upgrades. Premium Audio With ESS SABRE DAC : High-end audio via Hive II with ESS SABRE9260Q DAC and Hyper-Grounding technology for immersive, clean sound. Aura Sync RGB Ecosystem : Fully customizable lighting with Gen 2 ARGB headers synchronized across ASUS Aura Sync compatible devices. Expert Specs Category Specification Model ASUS ROG STRIX X870-I GAMING WIFI Chipset AMD X870 CPU Socket AM5 CPU Support AMD Ryzen™ 9000 / 8000 / 7000 Series Form Factor Mini-ITX Dimensions 17 cm × 17 cm Memory 2 × DDR5 DIMM Slots Max Memory 128GB Memory Speed Up To 8600+ MT/s (OC) Memory Features EXPO, AEMP, Non-ECC / ECC (CPU Dependent) PCIe Slot 1 × PCIe 5.0 x16 Storage 2 × M.2 (1 Gen5 + 1 Gen4) / 2 × SATA Ethernet Intel 2.5Gb LAN Wireless WiFi 7 (802.11be) Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.4 Rear USB 2 × USB4 (40Gbps), 5 × USB 10Gbps, 3 × USB 2.0 Front USB 1 × USB-C 10Gbps, 1 × USB 5Gbps header Audio ESS SABRE DAC via ROG Strix Hive II Cooling Headers CPU Fan, AIO Pump, Chassis Fan RGB Support 2 × Addressable Gen2 Headers Special Features AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, AI Cache Boost, BIOS FlashBack OS Support Windows 11 64-bit