ROG STRIX B860-A GAMING WIFI

ASUS AI
INTELLIGENCE
ASUS AI ADVISOR
Using AI technology to understand natural-language questions or scenario descriptions, ASUS AI Advisor allows users to explore the functionality and advanced features of ASUS motherboards in a simple and straightforward way.

* Availability of ASUS AI Advisor may vary by region.
** AI Advisor functions may vary by platform.

AI ASUS AI Advisor UI

AI NETWORKING II
AI Networking II combines intelligent technologies to continuously optimize network performance, provide trustworthy and seamless connectivity, and unleash the full speed of WiFi 7*.

*Features may vary by model.

AI NETWORKING II

Performance
OVERCLOCKING
NPU BOOST
The integrated NPU in Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) efficiently accelerates AI workflows — and NPU Boost lets you do more with it. This BIOS feature overclocks the NPU with just one click, increasing performance by up to 24%.

* The overclocking performance may vary depending on the CPU series and motherboard used.
** Testing was conducted with an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 285K processor , ROG Maximus Z890 Extreme motherboard, GeForce RTX™ 4090 24GB graphics card, and XPG Lancer DDR5 memory modules (model AX5U6000C4016G).

UI of NPU BOOST
Asynchronous Clock
For next-level frequency flexibility, the ROG Strix B860-A features a built-in clock generator that isolates CPU base clock from memory, NPU, D2D and NGU. Drive memory, NPU and others performance to their absolute brink while maintaining the stability of CPU clock domains.
Separate CPU BCLK from other domains for unfettered overclocking.

*NGU stands for Next Generation Uncore.

Asynchronous clock diagram

Performance
MEMORY
DDR5 DOMINATION
Enhanced signal routing can push enthusiast-grade kits well beyond the 9 GT/s threshold on the Strix B860-A.

The Strix B860-A lets you overclock memory up to 9066+ MT/s

AEMP III
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III) is an advanced firmware feature that empowers users to achieve unparalleled memory performance with cutting-edge CUDIMM memory.

UI of AEMP III

DIMM Fit / DIMM Fit Pro
DIMM Fit is an ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature that precisely analyzes individual memory modules to optimize performance and pinpoint potential issues; whereas DIMM Fit Pro is an advanced option that provides more extensive customizability for memory optimization.

UI of DIMM FIT

ROG STRIX ULTIMATE
POWER DESIGN
14(80A)+1(80A)+2(80A)+1(80A)
Power Stages
The ROG Strix B860-A features 16+2+2 power stages rated for 110 amps.

Performance
COOLING
M.2
M.2 HEATSINKS

Strix B860-A M.2 heatsinks and backplate layout

VRM
VRM HEATSINK ARRAY

Strix B860-A VRM cooling design layout

CPU
CPU FAN HEADERS, AIO PUMP FAN HEADER

Strix B860-A fan header locations

CHASSIS
4-PIN FAN HEADERS

Strix B860-A chassis fan header locations

leading Connectivity
wifi7
160
MHz
6GHz
bands
4096
QAM
Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet
ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna

pcie 5.0
Fully embracing the new standard, the Strix B860-A offers end-to-end PCIe 5.0 support.

The Strix B860-A PCIe 5.0 M.2 and expansion slot layout

USB PORT
USB 10Gbps icon
USB4® (20Gbps) port

Gaming Audio
The Strix B860-A motherboard features SupremeFX audio.

EZ PC DIY
M.2 Q-Release
M.2 Q-Slide
New M.2 Q-LATCH
PCIE® SLOT Q-RELEASE SLIM
Q-Antenna
Q-LED
CLEAR CMOS& BIOS FLASHBACK™
CLEAR CMOS& BIOS FLASHBACK™
**Model for reference only

BIOS
BIOS Q-DASHBOARD
Simplify your motherboard configuration with BIOS Q-Dashboard. Its intuitive visual representation of hardware connections and corresponding BIOS settings takes the complexity out of setting up your system. Upgrade now, and discover the power of BIOS Q-Dashboard to easily and efficiently enhance your computing setup.

 

UEFI BIOS FULL HD
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.

UEFI BIOS
SOFTWARE UTILITIES
TURBOV CORE
ASUS GLIDEX
HWiNFO
ASUS DRIVERHUB
AIDA64 EXTREME
ARMOURY CRATE
TURBOV CORE
Intuitive overclocking within Windows. No BIOS interface, no reboots. Simple and swift performance tuning at your fingertips.

UI of TURBOV CORE

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ASUS GLIDEX
ASUS GlideX is a cross-device, cross-platform screen-sharing, screen-control and operation solution for enhanced productivity across PCs, tablets, and smartphones via USB or WiFi. Features include screen mirroring, screen extension, unified control with one keyboard and mouse, easy file transfers, and using mobile cameras as PC webcams. It’s compatible with Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.

Learn more about GlideX >
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Mirror

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Extend(PC to Mobile)

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Extend(PC to PC)

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Unify Control

HWiNFO
HWiNFO and ROG have collaborated on this comprehensive system information and diagnostic tool that provides detailed information about hardware components and real-time monitoring of system performance in ROG style. It supports a wide range of hardware devices, and it is regularly updated to include the latest technologies.

HWINFO interface
HWINFO interface
ASUS DRIVERHUB
ASUS DriverHub streamlines the installation and management of ASUS drivers and utilities to keep your hardware up-to-date and performing optimally. This standalone application automatically detects current driver versions and presents available updates in a list view. By default, it supports ASUS motherboards, and users are invited to install ASUS DriverHub after OS installation. Additionally, ASUS DriverHub offers one-click installation and update checks, making it easier for users to keep their systems running smoothly and efficiently.

ASUS DRIVERHUB interface
AIDA64 EXTREME
The ROG Strix B860-A includes a sixty-day 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.

AIDA64 EXTREME interface
ARMOURY CRATE
Armoury Crate is a software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products, making it easy to tune the look and feel of your system. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate helps you customize RGB lighting and effects for compatible devices and synchronize them with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme across your system. In addition, Armoury Crate’s Fan Xpert4 tool provides comprehensive control over fans, water pumps, and all-in-one (AIO) coolers.

ARMOURY CRATE interface

PLAY IN STYLE
UNDENIABLY ROG STRIX
The ROG Strix B860-A features a clean white design that complements any build. Its matching metallic heatsinks enhance the sleek look, while Aura Sync RGB lighting adds customizable effects for a subtle or bold style.

PHOTO
VIDEO
The Strix B860-A front and back
OUTSHINE THE COMPETITION
ROG Strix motherboards feature ASUS Aura technology, enabling full lighting control and a variety of presets for both onboard RGB LEDs and third-party accessories. Effects can be easily synced across compatible ROG graphics cards, monitors, keyboards, and mice to give your setup a unified look.

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Description

ROG STRIX B860-A GAMING WIFI

Model

ROG STRIX B860-A GAMING WIFI

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CPU

Support Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)*
Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0**
* Refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for CPU support list.
** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types.

Chipset

Intel® B860 Chipset

Memory

4 x DIMM slots, max. 256GB, DDR5
Supports up to 8600+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC Un-buffered ,Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)*
Dual channel memory architecture
DIMM Fit
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III(AEMPIII)
* Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/.
** Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.

Graphics

1 x DisplayPort**
1 x HDMI™ port***
1 x USB4® (20Gbps) ports support USB
Type-C® display outputs****
* Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to www.intel.com for any updates.
** Supports max. 8K@30Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.
*** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1.
**** Supports max. 4K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4a.
**** In USB4® mode, supports up to 4K@60Hz,
maximum total bandwidth up to 23.8Gbps, for resolution support please check DisplayPort 1.4 specs. In DP alt mode, supports up to UHBR10.
***** VGA resolution support depends on processors’ or graphic cards’ resolution.
******While installing the operating system, please ensure that your monitor is connected to the HDMI port on the back I/O panel or to a discrete graphics card.

Expansion Slots

Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
Intel® B860 Chipset
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)*
* M.2_4 slot shares bandwidth with
PCIEX16(G4). When PCIEX16(G4) slot is operating, M.2_4 will be disabled.
– To ensure compatibility of the device
installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for
the list of supported peripherals.

Storage

Total supports 4 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA
6Gb/s ports*
Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280
(supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)Intel® B860 Chipset
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports
PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2280/22110
(supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports
PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)**
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
* Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports
SATA RAID 0/1/5/10.
** M.2_4 slot shares bandwidth with
PCIEX16(G4). When PCIEX16(G4) slot is operating, M.2_4 will be disabled.

Ethernet

1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet
ASUS LANGuard

Wireless & Bluetooth

Wi-Fi 7*
2×2 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band**
Supports Wi-Fi 7 160MHz bandwidth, up to 2.9Gbps transfer rate.
Bluetooth® v5.4***
*Wi-Fi features may vary depending on the operating system
For Windows 11, Wi-Fi 7 will require  24H2 or later version for full functions, Windows 11 21H2/22H2/23H2 only support Wi-Fi 6E.
For Windows 10, please note that no driver is available , please refer to the Wi-Fi chipset vendor’s website for details.
** Wi-Fi 6GHz frequency band and bandwidth regulatory may vary between countries.
*** The Bluetooth® version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer’s website for the latest specifications.

USB

Rear USB (Total 10 ports)
1 x USB4® (20Gbps) port (1 x USB Type-C®)
3 x USB 10Gbps ports (2 x Type-A + 1 x USB
Type-C®)
2 x USB 5Gbps ports (2 x Type-A)
4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)
Front USB (Total 5 ports)
1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB
Type-C®)
1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional
USB 5Gbps ports
1 x USB 2.0 header supports 2 additional
USB 2.0 ports
* USB Type-C® power delivery output: max.
5V/3A

Audio

Realtek ALC1220P 7.1 Surround Sound
High Definition Audio CODEC*
– Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
– Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers
– Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
– High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in)
– Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz
playback*
Audio Features
– SupremeFX Shielding Technology
– Savitech SV3H712 AMP
– Rear optical S/PDIF out port
– Premium audio capacitors
– Dedicated audio PCB layers
– Audio cover
* Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1 Surround Sound audio.
** A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output.

Back Panel I/O Ports

1 x USB4® (20Gbps) port (1 x USB Type-C®)
3 x USB 10Gbps ports (2 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
2 x USB 5Gbps ports (2 x Type-A)
4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI™ port
1 x Wi-Fi module
1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet port
2 x Audio jacks
1 x Optical S/PDIF out port
1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button
1 x Clear CMOS button

Internal I/O Connectors

Fan and Cooling Related
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers

Power Related
1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
2 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connector
Storage Related
4 x M.2 slots (Key M)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s portsUSB
1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C® )
1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
1 x USB 2.0 header supports 2 additional USB 2.0 ports

Miscellaneous
3 x Addressable Gen2 header(s)
1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO)
1 x 10-1 pin Front System Panel header
1 x Thermal Sensor header
1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header

Special Features

Extreme Engine Digi+
– 5K Black metallic capacitors
ASUS Q-Design
– M.2 Q-Latch
– M.2 Q-Release
– M.2 Q-Slide
– PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim (with PCIe SafeSlot)
– Q-Antenna
– Q-Dashboard
– Q-DIMM
– Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA
[white], Boot Device [yellow green])
– Q-SlotASUS Thermal Solution
– M.2 heatsink backplate
– M.2 heatsink
– VRM heatsink design

ASUS EZ DIY
– BIOS FlashBack™ button
– BIOS FlashBack™ LED
– Clear CMOS button
– CPU Socket lever protector
– ProCool
– Pre-mounted I/O shield
– SafeSlot
– SafeDIMM

Aura Sync
– Addressable Gen2 headers

Software Features

ROG Exclusive Software
– ROG CPU-Z
– Dolby Atmos
ASUS Exclusive Software
Armoury Crate
– Aura Creator
– Aura Sync
– Fan Xpert 4
– GameFirst
– Power Saving
AIDA64 Extreme (60 days free trial)
HWiNFO
ASUS AI Advisor
ASUS DriverHub
ASUS GlideX
TurboV Core
Adobe Creative Cloud 30 Days Free Trial)
Norton 360 for Gamers (60 Days Free Trial)
WinRAR (40 Days Free Trial)UEFI BIOS
AI Overclocking Guide
ASUS EZ DIY
– ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
– ASUS EZ Flash
– ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
– ASUS MyHotkey
NPU Boost

BIOS

256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS

Manageability

WOL by PME, UEFI PXE

Accessories

Cables
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
Miscellaneous
1 x ASUS WiFi Q-Antenna
1 x Cable ties package
1 x M.2 Q-Latch
1 x M.2 Q-Slide
1 x ROG key chain
1 x ROG Strix stickers
4 x M.2 rubbers

Documentation

1 x Quick start guide

Operating System

Windows 11  (22H2 & later)

Form Factor

ATX Form Factor
12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )