ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME Motherboard extended ATX LGA1151 Socket Z170 USB 3.0, USB 3.1, USB-C Bluetooth, Gigabit LAN, Wi-Fi onboard graphics (CPU required)

Special Features

• LGA1151 socket for 6th-gen Intel Core desktop processors
• Dual DDR4 3866 (OC) support
• Best gaming performance - intuitive OC Panel II, 5-Way Optimization with Auto-Tuning, Pro Clock, second-generation T-Topology and Extreme Engine Digi+
• Best gaming audio - reinvented SupremeFX 2015 with intuitive Sonic Studio II
• Best gaming networking - best-in-class Intel Gigabit Ethernet, LANGuard and GameFirst technologies
• Best gaming connectivity - thunderbolt 3, 3x3 802.11ac Wi-Fi, NVMe U.2, M.2, SATA Express and USB 3.1 Type-A and Type-C for extreme-speed transfers and total compatibility
• Carefully-selected premium components for maximum durability
• More gaming-focused utilities

Product features

• Best gaming audioYou'd never win with your eyes closed, so open your ears up to the best audio for the battlefield! ROG's awesome audio expertise is the result of extensive R&D, and SupremeFX 2015 is the crystal-clear result - onboard sound as superior as your gaming rep.
• Best gaming performanceGreater performance means smoother gameplay - and that means more chance to win. With the best overclocking (OC) design, UEFI BIOS and intuitive OC gadget and utility, you'll enjoy unmatched performance - coupled with an exclusive cooling design ensures your system never breaks a sweat.
• The expert overclocking companionGet your hands on OC Panel II, an intuitive system monitoring and tweaking in two modes. For both, a clear 2.6-inch display keeps you informed and in full control - so you can maximize the available power. OC Panel II also comes with the illuminated LED on the stunning ROG logo.
• Normal mode - easy system monitoring and performance boostsOC Panel II installs directly into a 5.25-inch drive bay to provide real-time monitoring of multiple vital parameters, including CPU temperature, ratios, base clock and fan speeds! The OC button provides instant control over overclocking, while CPU fan speeds can be adjusted to Turbo, Standard and Silent modes - super-simple controls, all at your fingertips.
• Extreame mode - advanced overclocking made easyOC Panel II can also be used as external overclocking console, giving easy access to multiple ROG-exclusive features including Subzero Sense, VGA Hotwire, Slow Mode and Pause Switch. You also have direct access to two PWM and two full-speed fan headers, as well as remote power and reset buttons. Extreme mode also offers easy access to the Safe Boot and ReTry buttons for instant configuration testing and diagnosis.
• Asus Pro Clock TechnologyThought you'd taken overclocking as far as it could go? Meet ASUS Pro Clock, a dedicated base-clock (BCLK) generator designed for 6th-generation Intel processors that ramps BCLK frequencies up to 400MHz or even beyond . This custom solution works in tandem with the ASUS TurboV Processing Unit (TPU) to enhance voltage and base-clock overclocking control - providing an exciting another way to boost performance to extremes.
• DDR4 overclocking strength in numbersSecond-generation ASUS T-Topology pushes DDR4 memory overclocking to over 3866MHz with all memory slots populated - and that means the best-ever gaming performance from your Maximus VIII Extreme rig! Featuring a customized trace layout for reduced crosstalk and coupling noise, second-generation T-Topology ensures time-aligned signal transfer for improved memory stability and compatibility.
• UEFI BIOSThe smoothest, slickest mouse-controlled graphical BIOS has been improved to make it even more gorgeous. Whether you're a PC novice or a seasoned overclocker, the EZ and Advanced Modes help you find your way, quickly and easily.
• Speed your loadsROG's uniquely-intelligent technology 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 turns milliseconds into microseconds to boost game-load times to stratospheric levels, and minimizes risk of data loss.
• Best gaming protectionAs a gamer you demand stability and durability, so ROG integrates long-lasting, premium components, plus exclusive smart DIY designs across the board - ensuring the best gaming experiences.