The ROG Strix B860-I Gaming WiFi is designed to dominate with Intel^® Core™ Ultra Processors(Series 2). Its advanced power design and AI solutions drive top-tier performance, while Thunderbolt™ 4, WiFi 7 and high-speed DDR5 slots offer cutting-edge connectivity. This motherboard delivers the power and speed needed for elite gaming and demanding AI applications.

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.

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*.

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%.

Asynchronous Clock

For next-level frequency flexibility, the ROG Strix B860-I 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.

Performance MEMORY

DDR5 DOMINATION

Enhanced signal routing can push enthusiast-grade kits well beyond the 9 GT/s threshold on the Strix B860-I.

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.

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.

ROG STRIX ULTIMATE
POWER DESIGN
10(80A)+1(80A)+2(80A)+1(80A)
Power Stages

Specification

Processor (CPU)

• Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
• Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
• Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0*

* Feature support depends on CPU model

Chipset

• Intel® B860 Chipset

Memory

• 2 × DIMM slots (Max 128GB)
• DDR5 Memory Support
• Up to 9066+ MT/s (Overclocked)
• Non-ECC, Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)
• Dual Channel Architecture
• Intel® XMP Support
• ASUS AEMP III Support

Graphics & Display

• 1 × DisplayPort (Up to 4K @ 60Hz)
• 1 × HDMI™ (Up to 4K @ 60Hz)
• 1 × Thunderbolt™ 4 (Up to 8K @ 60Hz with DSC)

* Display output depends on CPU

Expansion Slots

• 1 × PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot

Storage

• 2 × M.2 Slots
  • M.2_1: PCIe 5.0 x4
  • M.2_2: PCIe 4.0 x4
• 4 × SATA 6Gb/s Ports
• RAID Support (0/1/5/10)

Networking

Ethernet

• 1 × Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet
• ASUS LANGuard Protection

Wireless & Bluetooth

• Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, 2×2)
• Supports 2.4GHz / 5GHz / 6GHz
• Up to 2.9Gbps Transfer Speed
• Bluetooth® 5.4

USB Connectivity

Rear I/O (8 Ports)

• 1 × Thunderbolt™ 4 (USB Type-C®)
• 1 × USB 20Gbps (Type-C®)
• 1 × USB 10Gbps (Type-A)
• 3 × USB 5Gbps (Type-A)
• 2 × USB 2.0

Front I/O (5 Ports)

• 1 × USB 10Gbps (Type-C®)
• 2 × USB 5Gbps
• 2 × USB 2.0

Audio

• Realtek ALC1220P 7.1 HD Audio Codec
• 120 dB SNR Playback / 113 dB Recording
• Supports up to 32-bit / 192kHz*

Audio Features

• SupremeFX Shielding
• Savitech SV3H712 AMP
• Optical S/PDIF Output
• Premium Audio Capacitors

Back Panel I/O

• Thunderbolt™ 4 (USB-C)
• USB Type-C® (20Gbps)
• USB Type-A (10Gbps / 5Gbps / 2.0)
• DisplayPort + HDMI™
• Wi-Fi Module
• 2.5Gb Ethernet Port
• Audio Jacks + Optical S/PDIF
• Clear CMOS Button

Internal Connectors

Cooling

• CPU Fan Header
• AIO Pump Header
• Chassis Fan Header

Power

• 24-pin ATX Power
• 8-pin CPU Power

Storage

• 2 × M.2
• 4 × SATA

USB Headers

• USB Type-C® (10Gbps)
• USB 5Gbps Header
• USB 2.0 Header

Others

• Addressable RGB Gen2 Headers
• Front Panel Header
• Thermal Sensor Header

Special Features

ASUS Q-Design

• Q-Release Slim
• Q-Latch (M.2)
• Q-DIMM
• Q-LED Indicators

Thermal Design

• VRM Heatsink
• M.2 Heatsinks

DIY Features

• Pre-mounted I/O Shield
• SafeSlot & SafeDIMM
• Clear CMOS Button

Aura Sync RGB

• Addressable Gen2 Headers

Software

ASUS Utilities

• Armoury Crate
• Aura Sync & Aura Creator
• Fan Xpert 4
• GameFirst

Included Software

• AIDA64 Extreme (Trial)
• HWiNFO
• Adobe Creative Cloud (Trial)
• Norton 360 (Trial)
• WinRAR (Trial)

BIOS

• 256Mb Flash ROM
• UEFI AMI BIOS
• EZ Flash & CrashFree BIOS

Manageability

• Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
• PXE Boot

Accessories

• SATA Cables
• Wi-Fi Antenna
• M.2 Mounting Kit
• Cable Ties
• ROG Stickers & Keychain
• Quick Start Guide

Operating System

• Windows 11 (22H2 & later)

Form Factor

• Mini-ITX
• 6.7″ × 6.7″ (17 × 17 cm)