Performance
| Motherboard form factor |
ATX |
| Intel Rapid Storage Technology |
Y |
| Motherboard chipset family |
Intel |
| Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) |
Y |
| Component for |
PC |
Memory
| Supported memory clock speeds |
2133, 2400, 2666, 2800, 3000, 3200, 3333, 3400, 3466, 3500, 3600, 3733, 3800, 3866 MHz |
| Non-ECC |
Y |
| Supported memory types |
DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory channels |
Dual |
| Memory slots type |
DIMM |
| Number of memory slots |
4 |
| Maximum internal memory |
64 GB |
BIOS
| BIOS memory size |
16 MB |
| BIOS type |
UEFI AMI |
| Clear CMOS button |
Y |
| BIOS switch button |
Y |
| ACPI version |
5.0 |
Internal I/O
| USB 2.0 connectors |
3 |
| ATX Power connector (24-pin) |
Y |
| USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors |
2 |
| Number of SATA III connectors |
4 |
| Peripheral (Molex) power connectors (4-pin) |
2 |
| EPS power connector (8-pin) |
Y |
| CPU fan connector |
Y |
| Number of chassis fan connectors |
4 |
| Number of EATX power connectors |
1 |
| Thunderbolt headers |
1 |
| Number of M.2 (M) slots |
1 |
| Number of SATA Express ports |
2 |
Networking
| Bluetooth version |
4.0 |
| Wi-Fi |
Y |
| Bluetooth |
Y |
Graphics
| Graphics adapter family |
Intel |
Processor special features
| Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology |
Y |
| Intel® Insider™ |
Y |
| Intel® Smart Response Technology |
Y |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology |
2.0 |
| Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) |
Y |
Expansion slots
| PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots |
4 |
| PCI Express x1 (Gen 3.x) slots |
2 |
Back panel I/O ports
| USB 3.1 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity |
3 |
| USB 3.1 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity |
1 |
| PS/2 ports quantity |
1 |
| S/PDIF out port |
Y |
| DisplayPorts quantity |
1 |
| USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity |
4 |
| HDMI ports quantity |
1 |
Additionally
| InTru™ 3D Technology |
Y |
| Chipset |
Intel Z170 |
| Ethernet LAN connection |
Y |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports quantity |
1 |
Intel Z170, 4 x DIMM, DDR4, USB 3.1, SATA 3, 128Mb, ATX
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.
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!
More throughput, less processing, faster online play
ROG features the very latest Intel® Ethernet (I219-V) for faster, smoother gaming — always. Intel's LAN has the serious double advantage of reducing CPU overhead and offering exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput, so there's more power for your game and your gameplay.
BEST GAMING PROTECTION
As 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.
KEYBOT II
THE FREE KEYBOARD UPGRADE – UPGRADED!
Free keyboard upgrade from an exclusive microprocessor and intuitive user interface. Record macros directly from the keyboard, switch profiles in moments, enable special functions with hotkey from F1-F10, start and even boost your PC from shutdown (S5 mode)!
