Z170 taken to the extreme

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.- Best gaming protection Carefully-selected premium components for maximum durability.- ROG gives you more More gaming-focused utilities, all free!For almost a decade, Republic of Gamers (ROG) has delivered exemplary design and performance to thrill the world's best gamers and PC enthusiasts. But our work has only just begun. With our pimped, pumped and packed Maximus VIII Z170-series motherboards, competitors be warned, gamers get set and enthusiasts prepare to push your limits ROG is ready to accept all challenges!

BEST GAMING AUDIO

You'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!

CHAMPION-LEVEL AUDIO FROM SUPREMEFX 2015

Maximus VIII Extreme's onboard audio isn't just good it's as good as you can get! You benefit from the best gaming-audio inputs and outputs, with special shielded designs, and a collection of carefully selected professional-grade audio components, including an ESS® ES9023P digital-to-analog converter (DAC) with Hyperstream™ technology, ultra-low-jitter clock, Nichicon capacitors, 2VRMS headphone amp, and Sonic SenseAmp that automatically detects and optimizes any headset (32-600ohms) for purest sound quality. SupremeFX 2015 also features intuitive Sonic Studio II, so you'll apply and enjoy different audio effects for perfect entertainment plus Perfect Voice noise-cancellation technology for team conversations with total clarity

BEST GAMING PERFORMANCE

Greater 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.

HE EXPERT OVERCLOCKING COMPANION

Get 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 BOOSTS!

OC 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.

EXTREME MODE ADVANCED OVERCLOCKING MADE EASY!

OC 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 all-new Safe Boot and ReTry buttons for instant configuration testing and diagnosis.

ONE CLICK OVERCLOCK AND COOLING, DONE!

You don't need to be an expert to max out gaming performance on your Maximus VIII Extreme build's gaming performance because 5-Way Optimization sorts all the complex settings with a click, for instant, highly-controllable performance boosts! Our exclusive technology dynamically optimizes essential aspects of your system based on real-time use, so you get superb CPU performance, everyday energy savings, ultra-stable digital power, cool and quiet fans and even networking and audio settings that are tailored for the apps that you are using. In short, 5-Way Optimization ensures that your PC is perfect for gaming, entertainment, productivity or just about anything else!- Games run swiftly and smoothly with high performance, prioritized bandwidth and vivid sound.- Fans stay whisper-quiet for everyday computing, and ensure extreme cooling efficiency when gaming.- Stutter is eliminated for smooth-running apps, even under heavy loading.- Energy waste is reduced so you'll save money.

Cooler by design

Play quieter and cooler with advanced fan and water-pump controls for the ultimate in undisturbed gaming. With onboard thermal sensors and hardware-level 4-pin/3-pin PWM/DC mode detection, Fan Xpert 3 makes sure every fan achieves the best balance of high cooling performance and low noise, so you enjoy all the performance you demand with none of the racket!

ASUS PRO CLOCK TECHNOLOGY

Thought 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 new way to boost performance to extremes!

Advantages of ASUS Pro Clock

Reduced boot times- Lower jitter under extreme conditions for higher overclocks- Increased stability under heavy overclocking

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS

Second-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.

MEDIA-ACCLAIMED UEFI BIOS

The 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.

DIGITALLY CONTROLLED

ROG's revered digital-power controller now delivers even-finer power, with dual PWM controllers, Infineon OptiMOS™ MOSFETs, MicroFine alloy chokes, and 10K black-metallic capacitors ensuring Extreme Engine Digi+ always delivers the precise and smoothest core voltages!

SPEED YOUR GAME LOADS

ROG'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 NETWORKING

Lag means lost frags, so Maximus VIII Extreme motherboards deliver the sucker punch of superior hardware and software letting you focus on the game, while your ROG rig lands lag a knock-out blow!

Intel® Z170 Express Chipset

Intel® Z170 Express is a single-chipset design that supports 6th-generation Intel® LGA1151 Core™ i7/Core™ i5/Core™ i3/Pentium®/Celeron® processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Additionally, Z170 provides a maximum of ten USB 3.0 ports, six SATA 6Gbit/s ports, 32Gbit/s M.2 and PCIe 3.0 lane speed support for faster data retrieval. Intel® Z170 Express also supports integrated-graphics (iGPU) functions, so you'll enjoy the very latest Intel integrated graphics performance.