Intel X299 ATX motherboard LGA 2066 for Intel Core X-series processors, with 12 power stages, on-board Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 2.5 Gbps Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 2, SATA, triple M.2, OLED and Aura Sync RGB lighting
  
  
  Ready for the latest Intel® Core™ X-series processors to maximise connectivity and speed with up to three M.2 drives, USB 3.2 Gen, Intel® VROC and Intel® Optane™ memory compatibility
  
  Aura Sync RGB: ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including RGB headers and addressable Gen 2 RGB headers
  
  Optimal Power Solution: 12 power stages with ProCool II power connector, alloy chokes and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors
  
  Comprehensive cooling: VRM heatsink, stacked-fin heatsink, with 8mm heatpipe, dual on-board M.2 heatsinks and a water pump + header
  
  Gaming connectivity: Three M.2, USB 3.2 Type-C port and Type C front panel connector
  
  Gaming networking: 2.5Gbps Ethernet and Intel Gigabit Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO, and gateway teaming via GameFirst V
  
  AI Overclocking: Quickly optimises your CPU performance based on the CPU and cooler, achieving results that are extremely close to manual tuning by experts
  
  Gaming audio: High fidelity audio with SupremeFX S1220A, DTS® Sound Unbound and Sonic Studio III to draw you deeper into the action
  
  Easy DIY: ROG-patented pre-mounted I/O shield, ASUS SafeSlot, ASUS Node connector and BIOS Flashback™ for a friendlier building experience
  
  
  
  
   
  
  Solid Hardware Specs
  
   
  
  With comprehensive cooling options and upgraded power delivery to fuel CPUs with more cores, plus faster storage and memory, ROG Strix X299-E Gaming II provides all the essentials you need to harness the full potential of components in your build for top-tier gaming performance.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Power
  
   
  
  Power Design
  
   
  
  Digital power control and an array of power stages ensures ROG Strix X299-E Gaming II has the muscle to control the latest Intel 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 armour for improved heat dissipation. The connector's lower impedance helps prevent hotspots and improves reliability.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Cooling 
  
   
  
  Cooling Innovation 
  
   
  
  VRM Heatsink with 8mm Heatpipe
  
  An active cooling VRM heatsink provides a large contact area for the MOSFETs and chokes, and a heatpipe enables more efficient cooling of the west and north VRM heatsink for better performance and wattage resistance.
  
   
  
   
  
  Stacked-fin Heatsink
  
  Closely-packed, multi-layered fins maximise the surface area to speed heat dissipation from the controller, improving cooling.
  
   
  
   
  
  Thermal Pad
  
  A high-quality thermal pad helps transfer heat from the inductor and phase array to the heatsink.
  
   
  
   
  
  Backplate
  
  A backplate on the rear of the board helps balance MOSFET temperatures while providing structural reinforcement.
  
   
  
   
  
  PCH Heatsink
  
  The PCH heatsink blends seamlessly with the M.2 Heatsinks.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Intelligent Control
  
   
  
  Al Overclocking
  
   
  
  ASUS AI Overclocking makes automatic tuning faster and smarter than ever before. Available in Windows or directly through the UEFI, it profiles the CPU and cooler to predict the optimal configuration for each individual system.
  
   
  
   
  
  Prediction
  
  AI OC monitors system vitals like temperatures, fan speeds and power draw to estimate overclocking performance.
  
   
  
   
  
  AI OC Guide
  
  The F11 hotkey opens AI OC Guide, which provides detailed information and instructions that helps you to manage manual tuning.
  
   
  
   
  
  Tune by per-core count
  
  For high-core-count (HCC) processors, AI Overlocking lists data per core. The technology enables adaptive control based on the status of each core, and provides target frequency and voltage estimations for users that prefer manual tuning.
  
   
  
   
  
  AI Overclocking with one click
  
  Onboard intelligence lets you perform automated overclocking with just a single click, with full, flexible control available via 5-Way Optimisation within AI Suite.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Gaming Enhancement
  
   
  
  ROG Strix X299-E Gaming II is engineered with the latest connectivity for the best gaming experiences. Transfer files faster and banish lag as you secure more victories.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Storage&Memory
  
   
  
  DDR4 OC 4266MHz+
  
   
  
  The X299 platform delivers ample bandwidth on multiple fronts. Its quad-channel memory controller supports up to 256 GB of DDR4 memory across eight slots. With optimised trace layout, the ROG Strix X299-E Gaming II can hit memory speeds up to DDR4 4266 MHz or beyond.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Three PCIe 3.0 M.2
  
   
  
  ROG Strix X299-E Gaming II features three M.2 slots. One slot supports both SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4 modes,