Asus ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming ATX - motherboard

ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming blends stunning gaming aesthetics with high-end desktop performance for do-it-all builds for users that like to work hard and play hard. A variety of design touches show off its cyberpunk origins, including a translucent I/O shroud glows under Aura lighting and a striking rainfall pattern on the VRM & chipset heatsinks. When it comes to performance, ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming delivers with a wealth of ultrafast connectivity options, including three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, the latest 2.5G Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6 networking, and eight USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports.

SOLID HARDWARE SPECS
With comprehensive cooling options and robust power delivery to fuel CPUs with more cores, plus faster storage and memory, ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming provides all the essentials you need to harness the full potential of components in your build for top-tier gaming performance.

POWER DESIGN
Digital power control and an array of power stages ensures ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming has the muscle to control the latest Threadripper CPUs.

ProCool II Power Connectors
ProCool II sockets are built to tight specifications to ensure flush contact with the PSU power lines and have a metal armor for improved heat dissipation. The connector's lower impedance helps prevent hotspots and improves reliability.

ACTIVE CHIPSET HEATSINK
ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming series features the most comprehensive cooling options ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS

COOLER BY DESIGN
ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming series features the most comprehensive cooling options ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS

GAMING ENHANCEMENT
ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming is engineered with the latest connectivity for the best gaming experiences. Transfer files faster and banish lag as you secure more victories.

DESIGN & CUSTOMIZATION
A host of design touches, including a unique cyber-text pattern, plus customization options, comprehensive validation lists, and the most diverse ecosystem of components in the industry make building and personalizing a gaming rig with ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming wonderfully easy.

Triple PCIe 4.0 M.2
ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming features triple M.2 slots. The M.2_3 slot supports both SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4 modes, and the other slots support PCIe 4.0 x4 for NVMe. Together, they give you the fastest and most-flexible M.2 interface available.

NEXT-GEN CONNECTIVITY
ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming amps up networking with 2.5G Ethernet and next-gen Intel® Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) that surpasses gigabit speeds to take your LAN to the next level. With ROG GameFirst software that offers multi-gate teaming, you'll enjoy the very best online gaming experience.

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 ax)
The latest 802.11ax standard delivers high efficiency wireless connectivity for better gaming enjoyment. As well as providing better network pings in multi-user environments, 802.11ax also greatly improves throughput and coverage over earlier standards.

SUPREMEFX
Shielded Audio, Superior Sound
Immerse yourself in sound with SupremeFX audio technology. Utilizing the S1220 codec, SupremeFX is the integrated-audio solution that's engineered to provide a flat frequency response for a neutral, detailed sound signature. And to ensure that pristine signature is perfectly preserved, the front-panel output is driven with dual op amps, delivering sonics with the scale and authority to create virtual worlds via your gaming headset.

DESIGN & CUSTOMIZATION
A host of design touches, including a unique cyber-text pattern, plus customization options, comprehensive validation lists, and the most diverse ecosystem of components in the industry make building and personalizing a gaming rig with ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming wonderfully easy.

TUNE YOUR RIG YOU WANT
The ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming motherboard features firmware controls and software utilities designed for all skill levels, making setup, tuning and system maintenance simple. With options from overclocking and cooling to managing network performance and audio characteristics, you can configure your ROG Strix gaming build to perform the way you want.

STRIKING NEW DESIGN
ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming strikes an arresting pose, with or without RGB. A unique RGB rainfall pattern on the VRM heatsink provides a colorful accent to this critical component. The I/O shroud sports a laser-engraved ROG logo topped with an acrylic plate imprinted with ROG's signature cybertext patterns, so switching on the lights illuminates a whole new aesthetic dimension — unique style with a cyberpunk edge.

OUTSHINE THE COMPETITION
ROG Strix motherboards deliver sterling performance, accented by aesthetics to Outshine the Competition. ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for the built-in RGB LEDs as well as strips connected to the onboard RGB header — and it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable ASUS hardware.

CERTIFIED COMPATIBILITY
Having the freedom to pick and choose the parts that go into your machine is at the heart of PC DIY. That's why ROG Strix undergoes an extensive certification program focused on providing the very best compatibility with the widest range of components and devices. Our extensive list of guaranteed-compatible components is an invaluable aid to building a ROG Strix gaming rig. It specifies thousands of compatible parts, and it includes a dedicated Qualified Vendor List (QVL) for memory — so you can build fuss-free.

TUNE YOUR RIG YOU WANT
The ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming motherboard features firmware controls and software utilities designed for all skill levels, making setup, tuning and system maintenance simple. With options from overclocking and cooling to managing network performance and audio characteristics, you can configure your ROG Strix gaming build to perform the way you want.

THE POWER OF AMD

AMD TRX40 Chipset
The AMD TRX40 chipset delivers outstanding overclocking capabilities for the latest AMD Socket sTRX4 3rd Gen Ryzen Threadripper series processors. It provides PCIe 4.0 support, 10 Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, and eight SATA 6 Gbps ports for faster data retrieval.

Ready for AMD Socket sTRX4 3rd Gen Ryzen Threadripper
ROG Strix TRX40-XE Gaming motherboard supports the latest 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen Threadripper series processors that boast up to 64 cores. It features quad-channel DDR4 memory, 64 lanes of PCI Express 4.0, 16 GT/s transfer speed for Gen 4 M.2 SSDs, and built-in native USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) for superior performance.