Asus
ROG Series Intel Z590 Socket LGA1200 ATX Motherboard (ROG MAXIMUS XIII HERO)
- 14+2 teamed power stages rated for 90 Amps, ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes and 10K Japanese-made black metallic capacitors
- 128GB Max Memory
- 4 x DIMM, DDR4 5333(OC), Dual Channel
- 2 x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 (x16, x8/x8, x8/x4) + 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (max. x4), 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
- 4 x M.2 Slots
- 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports, (RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10)
- Back Panel: 6 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2 x USB 2.0, 2 x Thunderbolt 4, 1 x HDMI
- Internal: 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header, 2 x USB 2.0 header, 3 x aRGB Gen 2 (3-pin) Headers, 1 x Aura RGB (4-pin) Header
- 2 x Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet, ASUS LANGuard
- 2x2 Tri-Band Intel Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac/ax/az + Bluetooth 5.2
- ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4082
- 2-Way NVIDIA SLI
- Start and Flex Key
- BIOS FlashBack button, Clear CMOS button
Model: ROG MAXIMUS XIII HERO
Mnf. #: ASUS ROG MAXIMUS XIII HERO
SKU: 72483
Warranty: 3 years Carry-in, Local
ASUS ROG MAXIMUS XIII HERO
Intel Z590 ATX gaming motherboard with 14+2 power stages, PCIe 4.0, Onboard WiFi 6E (802.11ax), Dual Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet, Quad M.2 with heatsinks and embedded backplates, Dual onboard Thunderbolt 4, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front-panel connector and Aura Sync RGB lighting.
- Intel Socket LGA 1200 for 11th Gen Intel Core processors and 10th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
- Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive software and firmware utilities that simplify setup and improve performance: AI Overclocking, AI Cooling, AI Networking and Two-Way AI Noise-Cancelation
- Robust Power Solution: 14+2 teamed power stages rated for 90 Amps, ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes and 10K Japanese-made black metallic capacitors
- Optimized Thermal Design: Enlarged VRM heatsinks plus integrated aluminum I/O cover, high-conductivity thermal pad, quad M.2 heatsinks with embedded backplates and ROG Water-Cooling Zone
- High-performance Networking: Onboard WiFi 6E (802.11ax), dual Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet and ASUS LANGaurd.
- Fastest Gaming Connectivity: PCIe 4.0, quad M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front-panel connector, dual USB Type-C ports with Thunderbolt 4 USB-C
- Industry-leading Gaming Audio: ROG SupremeFX ALC4082 with ESS® ES9018Q2C DAC for high-fidelity audio
- Unmatched Personalization: ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including one RGB header and three addressable Gen 2 RGB headers
- DIY-friendly Design: Pre-mounted I/O shield, BIOS FlashBack™, Q-Code, FlexKey, Q-Connector, SafeSlot and Graphics Card Holder
- Renowned Software: Bundled 1-year AIDA64 Extreme subscription and intuitive UEFI BIOS dashboard with integrated MemTest86
ROG Maximus XIII Hero continues to build on the legacy of its predecessors by packing upgraded power, smart cooling and lightspeed connectivity under a stealthy exterior. Bristling with renowned ROG features such as AI-enhanced controls and customizable Aura Sync illumination, the latest Hero is ready to take the helm of your high-end gaming build.
Intelligent Motherboard
Intelligent software solutions help ensure that your system performs at its best. The latest ASUS AI-powered enhancements span four pillars of performance, including overclocking, cooling, networking and onboard audio, making advanced tweaks and optimization accessible to new recruits and savvy PC DIY veterans alike.
AI Overclocking
Tuning is now faster and smarter than ever before. ASUS AI Overclocking profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration and push each system to its limits.
AI Cooling
Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click. A proprietary ASUS algorithm reduces unnecessary system noise by monitoring CPU temperatures and dynamically adjusting fans to optimal speeds.
AI Networking
GameFirst VI optimizes networking performance by allocating bandwidth in real time based on application usage scenarios and corresponding learning algorithms
Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation
This utility leverages a massive deep-learning database to reduce over 500 million types of background noise from incoming or outgoing audio, helping ensure crystal-clear communication in games or calls.
Teamed Power Architecture
Today's CPU architectures place incredible demands on motherboard power design by transitioning from deep power-saving modes, going from lower-power mode to full load in an instant. The latest ROG VRM architecture rises to the challenge by utilizing teamed power stages to rapidly swing current, while maintaining exemplary thermal performance
A brief history
ASUS became the first manufacturer to implement phase-doublers with the A8N32-SLI Deluxe motherboard, back in 2005. The board's VRM was lauded for elegantly overcoming the power handling capabilities of components that were available at the time while also reducing voltage ripple. Those benefits led to phase-doublers becoming universally accepted in the industry, and they are still used for similar purposes today.
A shift in CPU demands
However, today’s CPUs now pack more cores than their predecessors, and the latest instruction sets allow them to crunch computationally dense workloads at an incredible pace. In addition, they consume less power at idle and can transition between load states much more quickly. These improvements necessitate a re-evaluation of power-design priorities because phase-doublers add a propagation delay that hampers transient response
Bucking the trend
Fortunately, the latest integrated power components can handle higher currents than the devices of yesteryear, making it possible to implement a simple circuit topology that isn't hamstrung by the processing lag of phase-doublers. That's why ROG Maximus XIII Hero utilizes teamed power stages to deliver higher burst current per phase, while maintaining the thermal performance of phase-doubled designs.
Thermal Performance
ach VRM component serves a specific purpose. PWM controllers and phase-doublers control the circuit, and the power stages do the heavy lifting from an electrical and thermal standpoint. That's why ROG Maximus XIII Hero utilizes 16 power stages. The power stage sits at the top of Infineon's lineup and features a low RDSON to reduce switching and conduction losses, helping to improve overall thermal headroom.
High quality components
Two ProCool connectors ensure a snug and reliable connection to the EPS 12V power lines.
The VRM is comprised of 14 (90 amp) power stages for Vcore and 2 (70 amp) power stages for the secondary voltage rails.
Each Power stage is accompanied by a high-permeability alloy-core choke rated to handle 45 amps.
Input and output filtering is provided by solid-polymer capacitors rated to last thousands of hours at high operating temperatures.
Cooler by Design
ROG Maximus XIII Hero features the most comprehensive cooling options ever.
Each header can be set to monitor and react to three user-configurable thermal sensors for workload-based cooling, and all settings can be easily managed by Fan Xpert 4 or UEFI.
Every onboard header auto-detects any PWM or DC fan, with three chassis fan headers offering ASUS HYDRANODE support.
A dedicated PWM/DC header for self-contained water-cooling setups.
ROG Water-Cooling Zone
Dual water-temperature headers and a flow-rate header feed information straight into the AI Suite utility, allowing you to track coolant temperatures and the flow rate of the entire loop.
A dedicated header can supply over 3 amps to a high-performance PWM or DC water pumps.
A dedicated header enables monitoring of temperatures at the input/output points of any component.
A dedicated header enables constant monitoring of flow rate throughout the entire loop.
Networking
Intel Wi-Fi 6E (Gig+)
Onboard WiFi 6E technology takes advantage of the newly available radio spectrum in the 6 GHz band, providing up to three times the bandwidth of the 5 GHz band and up to seven 160 MHz bands to deliver ultrafast wireless networking speeds along with improved capacity and better performance in dense wireless environments.
Dual Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet
Onboard Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet gives your wired connection a boost, with speeds that are 2.5 times faster than standard Ethernet connections for speedy file transfers, smooth lag-free gaming and high-res video streaming
USB Ports
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Front-Panel Connector
The latest USB standard opens another USB 3.2 Gen 2 lane for a maximum data transfer throughput of up to 20 Gbps.
Two Onboard Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C Ports
Each port delivers up to 40 Gbps of bidirectional bandwidth for the latest high-speed devices and drives. Thunderbolt 4 also supports up to two external 4K displays and extends PCIe bandwidth to up to 32 Gbps.
Storage
PCIe 4.0-Ready
ROG Maximus XIII Hero is equipped with four onboard M.2 slots, with two offering PCIe 4.0 support for the latest GPUs and high-speed SSDs.
Audio
SupremeFX
ROG SupremeFX audio technology delivers an exceptional 113 dB signal-to-noise ratio on the line-in connection to provide best-ever recording quality. There's also a low-dropout regulator for cleaner power delivery to the SupremeFX ALC4082 codec, and an ESS® 9018Q2C integrated DAC capable of reaching -115dB THD+N to provide playback that conveys all the subtlety and nuances of the audio track.
Audio Line Shielding
Blocks electromagnetic interference from the motherboard or add-ons to provide cleaner audio.
ESS SABRE9018Q2C
The ESS SABRE9018Q2C integrated DAC amplifier is capable of providing -115 dB total harmonic distortion (THD+N) for playback that conveys all the subtlety and nuances of the audio track. In addition, the 121 dB dynamic range (DNR) provides an extremely low noise-floor, further accentuating dynamics and punch
ALC 4082 Codec
The ALC4082 codec uses a USB interface instead of the conventional high definition audio (HDA) interface and improves playback audio resolution from 192 to 384 kHz.
Switching MOSFETS
Unique design allows the codec's impedance-sensing function to be ported with either the front or rear headphone outputs
Nichicon CAPS
Fine-quality Japanese-made components that produce a warmer, natural sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity
Level Up Performance
The dashboard-style control panel of AI Suite 3 lets you fine-tune almost every aspect of your ROG Maximus XIII Hero system with ease. Get the best balance between performance, cooling, stability, and efficiency via one simple and intuitive interface.
UEFI BIOS
The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as more comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
Accurate Voltage Monitoring
Conventional motherboards use single-ended sensing tapped from a location that isn't ideal, leading to a large disparity between the actual voltage fed to the CPU and the value reported to software. ROG Maximus XIII Hero features a differential-sensing circuit and delicate IC that simplify overclocking and tuning by allowing you to track voltages more accurately.
Grow Your Gaming World
Gear up with ROG components — from graphics card and monitors to mice and keyboards. And up your game with complementary aesthetics, control and compatibility. The ROG ecosystem is more extensive than any competing brand, so you’ll enjoy greater choice as your system expands.
Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header
The addressable Gen 2 RGB headers now feature software that can automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new headers also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.
RAMCache III
RAMCache III software utility turns milliseconds into microseconds to boost game-load times. Fully compatible with the latest NVM Express® storage options, RAMCache III utilizes uniquely intelligent technology to effectively cache any storage device, so favorite games and apps launch at breakneck speeds.
Sonic Studio III
Sonic Studio supports HRTF-based (head-related transfer function*) virtual surround for headsets, casting an immersive aural landscape that draws you deeper into the action. The intuitive Sonic Studio interface also offers a range of EQ options and one-click presets, allowing you to tailor acoustics to suit personal preferences or the characteristics of your headset.
DTS : Sound Unbound
ROG Maximus XIII Hero includes a pre-loaded DTS Sound Unbound app that envelops you in audio as never before, conjuring whole new levels of immersion for extraordinary gaming and entertainment experiences. By exploiting Windows Sonic spatial technology, DTS Sound Unbound delivers audio in a virtual 3D space — putting you right in the middle of the soundscape, where you can sense the location and direction of every gunshot, footstep or other sound in your virtual environment.
* DTS Sound Unbound requires in-game support. Check with developers for titles that offer support.
Armoury Crate
Armoury Crate is a software utility designed to provide centralized control of supported ROG gaming products. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate puts command of all your Aura gear at your fingertips with the new Aura Creator suite ready. The software also provides control of settings for a growing number of ROG products, making it easier to tune the look and feel of your system. Armoury Crate even offers dedicated product registration and ROG news feeds to help you stay in touch with the ROG gaming community.
AIDA64 Extreme
ROG Maximus XIII series includes a one-year AIDA64 Extreme subscription, a tool that provides detailed information about hardware and software, as well as benchmarks to measure the performance of the entire system or individual components. AIDA64 Extreme includes a monitoring and diagnostics feature to detect and prevent hardware issues. All vital system sensors can be tracked in real time, allowing voltage readings, fan speeds, and temperature information to be displayed on the desktop or sent to dedicated displays or to the LCD panels of ROG AIO liquid coolers*.
*Support available for ROG Ryujin II and later models.
Graphics Card Holder
Featuring a magnetic base, adjustable slider and hinge, the ROG Graphics Card Holder banishes sag and provides support where it’s needed most.
General |
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| Product Line | ROG Series | |
| Model | ROG MAXIMUS XIII HERO | |
| Product Type | Desktop | |
| Processor Socket | LGA1200 | |
| Form Factor | ATX | |
| Chipset | Intel Z590 | |
| Supported Processors | 11th Gen Intel Core processors and 10th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors | |
| CPU Gen Support | 10th Gen 11th Gen | |
Memory |
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| Memory Channels | Dual | |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | |
| Memory Slots | 4 | |
| Memory Bandwidth | DDR4 5333(OC)/5133(OC)/5000(OC)/4800(OC)/4700(OC)/4600(OC)/4500(OC)/4400(OC)/4266(OC)/4133(OC)/4000(OC)/3866(OC)/3733(OC)/3600(OC)/3466(OC)/3400(OC)/3333(OC)/3200/3000/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory | |
| Max System Memory | 128 GB | |
| ECC Support | - | |
Rear Panel Connectors |
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| USB 2.0 | 2 2 x USB 2.0 port(s) Type-A | |
| USB 3.2 Type-A | 6 6 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) Type-A | |
| D-Sub (VGA) | ||
| DVI | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| LAN (RJ45) | 2 | |
| S/PDIF Ports | 1 x Optical | |
| OFC Audio Jacks | 5 5 x Gold-plated audio jacks | |
Expansion Slots |
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| PCI Express x16/x8/x4 |
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2 x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 (x16, x8/x8, x8/x4) 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (max. x4) |
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| PCI Express x1 | 1 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots | |
Graphics System |
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| Integrated Video | Yes | |
| Multi-GPU Support | NVIDIA 2-Way SLI Technology | |
Internal I/O Connectors & Headers |
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| 24-pin ATX Power Supply Connector | 1 | |
| 8-pin ATX 12V Power Connector | 1 | |
| System/Chassis FAN Headers | 3 | |
| 2-pin Thermal Sensor Connector | 1 | |
| TPM Module Connector | 1 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin) | |
| CPU OPT Fan Connector | 1 | |
| CPU FAN Connector | 1 | |
| Water Pump Header | 1 | |
| 3-pin Water Flow Connector | 1 | |
| Addressable LED Strip Headers | 3 3 x AURA Addressable Gen 2 header(s) | |
| 4-pin RGB LED Connector | 1 1 x AURA RGB header(s) | |
| AIO Pump Header | 1 | |
| USB 2.0 Headers | 2 2 x USB 2.0 header(s) | |
| USB 3.2 Headers | 2 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header(s) | |
| USB Type C Header | 1 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 connector | |
| Front panel audio header | 1 | |
| Front Panel Connector | 1 1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header | |
Networking |
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| Wired LAN | Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet 2 x Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet | |
| Wireless LAN | Yes 2x2 Tri-Band Intel Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac/ax/az | |
| Bluetooth | Yes Bluetooth 5.2 | |
Storage System |
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| M.2 Ports |
4
1 x M Key 2242, 2260, 2280, 22110 (PCIe 4.0 x4, PCIe 3.0 x4) 1 x M Key 2242, 2260, 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4, PCIe 3.0 x4) 1 x M Key 2242, 2260, 2280 (PCIe 3.0 x4) 1 x M Key 2242, 2260, 2280, 22110 (PCIe 3.0 x4) |
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| SATA 3.0 Ports | 6 | |
| RAID | 0/1/5/10 | |
| Optane Support | Yes | |
Audio |
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| Integrated Audio | Yes | |
| Audio Chip | SupremeFX ALC4080 | |
| Channels | 7.1 | |
Dimensions |
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| Width | 305 mm | |
| Length | 244 mm | |