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Getting the best CPU for gaming that you can afford is a good investment. While the price of a new CPU might be intimidating, and yet another expense, it's also at the heart of any gaming PC build and will likely stay with you while you upgrade other parts of your rig. It's also vital for the performance of other apps, outside of play, and having the best CPU for gaming will also cover the programs you use day to day. It's vital if you're multi-tasking too, so a good PC for streaming or recording footage needs a great CPU inside it.

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The best CPUs for gaming come from either Intel or AMD, who continue to totally dominate the CPU landscape. The newest and most powerful CPU is the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX, which brings 32 cores and and 64 threads with it (along with quite a hefty $2000 pricetag too). For anyone looking for a good, solid, not too expensive CPU for a gaming build, we'd recommend either the Intel i5-8600K, or the Ryzen 5 2600X, although the Intel chips are generally better for gaming. If you're looking for a PC that handles other usage as well as gaming, you may need a slightly faster chip like the Ryzen 7, especially if budget is an issue.

If you're looking to future-proof, the Intel i7 or i9 chips are for you but they're also more expensive than mid-range GPUs, so there's a price concern here. Most games target 4 core / 4 thread PCs, but the newer breeds of gaming are looking at 6 and even 8 core builds, so keep that in mind. And you'll also need to consider what the best gaming motherboard is for you, when selecting a CPU set-up.

Regardless of your needs, you'll find something below in our list of the best CPUs for gaming, along with detailed pros and cons of each one.

1. Intel Core i9-9900K

The fastest processor for games, streaming, and more

Plenty of cores for other tasks

Marginal overclocking headroom

Requires aftermarket cooler

The best processor can mean a lot of things. For pure gaming, the Core i9-9900K is overkill, unless you're planning on an extreme build with a top-tier graphics card. For those that do more than just playing games, however, the Core i9-9900K reigns as the overall king of performance. It's the fastest mainstream CPU for the LGA1151 platform, period.

The Core i9-9900K doesn't have the core counts found of chips like the i9-7980XE or Threadripper 2990WX, but it boasts the highest clockspeed of any current processor, with excellent per-core performance. Put it in a good enthusiast motherboard and you're likely to see all-core 'stock' clocks of 4.7GHz, with lighter workloads hitting 5.0GHz out of the box.

You'll need to bring your own cooling, which is Intel's approach to all its K-series and X-series processors, and definitely don't skimp. The i9-9900K can draw a lot of power and tends to run hotter than the previous gen, thanks to the extra cores. Even if you don't plan to overclock, I'd be hesitant to run the i9-9900K on air-cooling. A potent liquid cooling solution, like the NZXT Kraken X62, is what I recommend.

2. Intel Core i7-9700K

Excellent gaming performance at a lower price

Excellent gaming performance

Intel's Core i7-9700K is an interesting step down from the i9-9900K. It sports the same number of CPU cores, and clockspeeds are similar as well, with most Z390 boards running the chip with all-core turbo speeds of 4.6-4.7GHz. In games, it's effectively tied with the more expensive Core i9 but costs $100-$150 less. That's because for the first time, Intel has shipped a Core i7 without Hyper-Threading.

It's a balancing act between price, performance, and features. Compared to the Core i7-8700K, it has 33 percent more cores, which generally translates directly into multithreaded performance. Hyper-Threading typically only improves performance by 10-15 percent, so it's a net win. The lack of Hyper-Threading also means the i7-9700K doesn't get nearly as hot as the Core i9, so you can get by with a good air cooler.

If you're livestreaming, doing video editing, or any other serious content creation work, stepping up to the 9900K makes sense. But if you're primarily concerned with gaming, an 8-core Coffee Lake clocking close to 5GHz is as good as it gets.

3. Intel Core i7-8700K

The previous gen king is still a great choice

Plenty of cores for other tasks

Marginal overclocking headroom

Requires aftermarket cooler

Last year's king of the hill, the Core i7-8700K still boasts excellent performance and can clock at 5GHz with a good cooler. It's also less expensive than the above CPUs, at least for the time being, and works in the same motherboards. It's a bit of a tossup between this and the 9700K right now (the limited supply Core i7-8086K is basically done now), with the 8700K currently saving you around $50.

There are a few caveats as well, like the fact that the i7-8700K depends on software and firmware mitigations for side-channel attacks like Meltdown, Spectre, and Foreshadow. You also still need to bring your own cooler, and unlike the 9th gen Intel CPUs, you don't get solder as a TIM (Thermal Interface Material). Delidding and using liquid metal can be a good investment for long-term overclocking, as it provides a potential 10-20C drop in thermals.

In overall gaming performance, the Core i7-8700K ranks third, just barely behind the above choices. And you'll only really see that difference if you're running a top-of-the-line graphics card, at least a GTX 1080 Ti, at 1080p ultra. If you're playing at 1440p or 4k, your GPU will be the bottleneck with nearly any modern CPU (Ryzen 5 2600 / Core i5-8400 or better).

4. Intel Core i5-8400

The best mainstream CPU: great performance and a great price

Fast enough for single GPU

No aftermarket cooler required

Minor bottleneck for RTX 2080 Ti

Intel's 8th gen Coffee Lake processors have pushed the desktop Core i5 from 4-core to 6-core territory, and the result is that the Core i5-8400 is an awesome CPU for gaming and other tasks. It has higher clockspeeds than the previous generation, and generally matches the previous generation i7-7700K in performance. As an added bonus, you get an appropriate cooler in the box, something I'd like to see as an option with every CPU.

The only 9th Gen Core i5 for the time being is the i5-9600K, which is in most respects the same as the i5-8600K. It clocks higher and has an unlocked multiplier, but doesn't include a cooler. Given the price of the i5-8400, it's a fair compromise to skip overclocking and get everything you need in one inexpensive box. Note that as with other 8th Gen CPUs, side-channel attack mitigations come via firmware and software rather than being backed into the CPU.

In testing, even with a GTX 1080 Ti, the i9-9900K is only about six percent faster in games at 1080p. The i5-8400 is also still faster than every Ryzen processors for pure gaming purposes. Granted, at 1440p and above the CPU isn't a major consideration, but the i5-8400 is fast and affordable, and you don't need to worry about overclocking to get the most out of the chip. Buy any compatible motherboard and you're basically set.

5. AMD Ryzen 5 2600X

Our favorite AMD CPU, with six cores and great performance at a bargain price

Awesome price for 6-core/12-thread

Nearly as fast in games as 2700X

Still slower than Intel in games

Modest overclocking potential

If you're after good gaming performance with an eye toward streaming and other multi-threaded uses, but you're working within a budget, AMD's Ryzen 5 2600X is an excellent choice. It delivers nearly the same gaming performance as the more expensive 2700X, thanks to similar stock clocks. For non-gaming tasks, it's also consistently faster than the similarly price i5-8400, and you can overclock it slightly as a bonus.

As with the Ryzen 7 2700 below, consider this a recommendation for either the Ryzen 5 2600X or the Ryzen 5 2600. Both are very similar, especially when overclocked-I measured only a small 50MHz difference in maximum stable OC during testing between the two. If you want to run stock, I recommend the 2600X and its higher clocks, but for overclocking the 2600 is the better value. Pick between the two as appropriate to your intended use.

One thing worth pointing out on AMD's Ryzen processors is that the CPUs (but not APUs) all have 16 PCIe lanes for graphics, plus an additional 4 PCIe lanes for an M.2 NVMe slot-and four more lanes connecting to the chipset. I've found in recent testing that the Spectre and Meltdown patches have reduced random IO SSD performance quite a bit on Intel platforms, and AMD is largely unaffected. If you're looking at a fast M.2 drive keep that in mind.

6. AMD Ryzen 7 2700

All the cores, overclocking, and excellent performance

Slower than Intel in most games

Wraith Spire limits OC potential

The best AMD CPU for overclockers is the Ryzen 7 2700. At stock, it's a bit slower than the 2700X and even the previous generation 1800X, and it's also slower than the i7-8700K. Add in a better cooler and overclock and you can erase most of those deficits. If you don't care to overclock, the Ryzen 7 2700X gets you better stock performance for a minor increase in price, and includes a better cooler. Consider this a recommendation for either CPU, depending on which way you lean.

The reason the 2700 is such a great CPU for overclocking is that it's still fully unlocked, just like AMD's other Ryzen processors. At stock, there's a 65W power limit in effect, which means in heavier workloads the clockspeed can drop to around 3.5GHz. Overclocking can get you back up to around 4.05-4.1GHz with 1.425V in my testing, which is only 100MHz behind the more expensive 2700X.

The Ryzen 7 2700 has also seen some great sales, like $225 during Prime Day. Even at the normal $280 asking price, it's still an awesome CPU. For non-gaming use, it's basically as fast as any of Intel's mainstream CPUs, and it's only noticeably slower in gaming if you're running a top-shelf GPU at 1080p.

7. AMD Ryzen 3 2200G

Vega 8 Graphics make this the best budget CPU you can buy

Awesome price for CPU + GPU

Slower than dedicated GPUs

For those on a budget who just want something that can play games and won't break the bank, look no further than AMD's Ryzen 3 2200G. It's the lowest priced processor we can still recommend, easily besting Intel's Pentium Gold G5400 in gaming and non-gaming tasks.

Sure, AMD's 2200G costs $30 more, but you get a faster CPU in most workloads, the option to try a bit of overclocking, and integrated graphics performance that's more than three times as fast. It does the job of a $100 CPU paired with an $80 graphics card, and you can always upgrade to a more potent GPU in the future.

8. Intel Core i9-7900X

Extreme multi-threaded performance and plenty of PCIe lanes

Excellent multi-threaded performance

Nearly as fast as i7-8700K in games

Triple the price of the 8700K

Needs some serious cooling

The X299 platform is Intel's HEDT (High-End Desktop) enthusiast offering, with current CPUs delivering up to 18-cores/36-threads. Such CPUs aren't needed for gaming (though if you have one, they'll work just fine). Instead, you get more cores and PCIe lanes. Even for SLI and CrossFire, the PCIe lanes are of marginal use, and you'll need to overclock to get the most out of such a setup.

The good news is the Core i9-7900X is nearly as fast as the 8700K in games once both are overclocked, and it's often more than 50 percent faster in CPU limited workloads. The bad news is that the Core i9-9900K is awfully close in performance and costs quite a bit less, especially factoring in platform costs. If you're seriously thinking about Intel's LGA2066, you might want to step up to the i9-7980XE, because clearly price isn't much of a factor.

What sort of workloads need such a processor? If you're doing video editing, the 7900X can be more than 50 percent faster than the i7-8700K. It's also about 40 percent faster than the Ryzen 7 2700X (depending on what you're doing). Xeon processors are designed for professionals, and the Core i9 models improve clockspeeds and lower prices while targeting enthusiasts.

9. Intel Core i9-7980XE

For professional work in the day, gaming on the side

Fastest 'consumer' processor

Costs as much as a high-end PC

Did you win the lottery and are looking for ways to blow your newfound wealth? Or did your work write you a blank check for a new workstation? Same difference, and if your livelihood depends on getting complex tasks done as quickly as possible, you should be able to justify Intel's Core i9-7980XE. If you bill by the hour and can save hundreds of hours over the course of a year, look no further. Just don't pretend it's necessary for gaming.

Even with 80 percent more cores, the lower clockspeeds of each core make the 7980XE generally slower in games than the 7900X, which is in turn slower than an 9900K, 9700K, and 8700K. Even in non-gaming heavily threaded applications it's still only about 30 percent faster than the 7900X-the law of diminishing returns is in full effect.

The good news is you get bragging rights. At least for Intel processors, because AMD's 32-core Threadripper 2990WX is currently the unchallenged king of cores.

10. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX

An absolute monster of a CPU, with 32 cores and 64 threads, built for professionals

32 cores at Intel's 18-core price

Gaming performance is mediocre

Expensive platform and memory

If you're a professional looking for the absolute fastest multithreaded performance possible in a single socket, look no further than AMD's Threadripper 2990WX. Our colleagues at AnandTech provide an in-depth review, and the numbers add up to some interesting results.

32 cores at 3.0-4.2GHz is unstoppable in the right workloads, like scientific calculations and 3D rendering. But there are also weaknesses in the many tasks that simply don't scale to that many cores and threads. Gaming is one of the weaknesses, not because you can't game but because you end up with a platform that generally loses to the Ryzen 7 desktop processors.

As an alternative to Intel's Core i9 products, AMD's Threadripper 2990WX wins out in many professional applications, especially in terms of value. Currently selling for $1,729.99, for multi-threaded workloads it's up to 33 percent faster than the i9-7900X. The problem is that in gaming workloads, it's often slower than even 6-core Ryzen 5 parts (unless you enable Game Mode to disable half the cores, which requires a reboot).

In other words, despite the massive core counts and oodles of PCIe lanes, this isn't a CPU for multi-GPU gaming. It's designed as the basis of a compute workstation, a task at which it excels. You could have four GPUs, two with 16 lanes and two with 8 lanes, and two M.2 NVMe drives, plus a few other peripherals, and not run into PCIe lane limitations. Bottom line: For content creators and professionals, Threadripper CPUs are an excellent value.

How we tested and other processors

CPU review reference sheet

2017 was the Year of the CPU, and 2018 has kept the ball rolling. We've tested dozens of new processors in the past year alone, plus multiple previous generations of processors. If you're using a 4th generation Intel CPU or earlier, or and AMD FX-series CPU or earlier, it's time to start thinking about upgrading.

For our testing, we standardized on Nvidia's GTX 1080 Ti FE as our graphics card. At 1080p, this shows the largest difference in gaming performance you're likely to see with current generation GPUs. For memory, we've used high-end G.Skill Trident Z and Flare X DDR4-3200 CL14 memory on all modern platforms, in either 2x8GB or 4x8GB configurations.

The motherboards used in testing include the MSI Z390 MEG Godlike and Gigabyte Z370 Gaming 7 for Coffee Lake, MSI Z270X Gaming M7 for Kaby Lake/Skylake, Asus X299-A Prime for LGA2066, and MSI X99A Gaming Pro Carbon for LGA2011-3 on the Intel side of things. For AMD platforms, we used the Gigabyte X470 Aorus Gaming 7 Wifi for Ryzen, and the Asus Zenith Extreme for Threadripper. Liquid cooling was used on all CPUs.

Performance Results

I've linked individual CPU reviews in the boxout above, but thanks to the Meltdown and Spectre exploits, and the patches to Windows intended to remedy those exploits, I had to retest every single processor. I've included all the other CPUs I've tested (plus some previous generation parts) in the following charts.

Gaming performance is tested in 10 games, representing a variety of genres and game engines, all using the GTX 1080 Ti FE. The games are running at 1080p Ultra settings, with 4xMSAA where applicable and FXAA/SMAA otherwise. While 1080p isn't the most demanding resolution, we wanted to give the CPUs a bit of room to show their stuff-running at 1440p and 4K typically ends up testing GPU performance more than anything, and 1080p Ultra is a good compromise.

Besides gaming tests, because really, no PC is going to be purely for gaming, we also test general system and processor performance. Our suite includes Cinebench R15, Handbrake doing both H.264 and H.265 encoding, y-cruncher, PCMark 10, VeraCrypt, and 7-zip. Along with these benchmarks, we also use each processor as a 'normal' user, surfing the web, installing some applications, writing, etc. to see if there's anything else we notice that doesn't specifically show up in the benchmarks.

These charts show performance running 'clean' Windows 10 builds, with no other non-essential tasks gobbling up CPU time. What happens to gaming performance if you do other stuff? I tested this with a 4-core/4-thread Core i5-7600K in a moderately loaded configuration, with numerous browser tabs open, doing a GPU-assisted Twitch livestream, while viewing a different livestream on a secondary monitor, and with bunches of other utilities and applications running in the background.

The result was that the i5-7600K gaming performance dropped by around 10 percent on average (and minimum fps dropped by 15 percent). Doing similar testing on a 6-core/12-thread resulted in a slightly smaller drop of 8 percent average, 14 percent minimum. In other words, the biggest factor is the additional GPU workload of the video encoding and Twitch decoding. More CPU threads won't help the GPU, unless you can move work from the GPU to the CPU.
Looking toward the future
2019 is drawing to a close, and we now have Intel's 9th Gen mainstream and enthusiast processors joining AMD's second generation Ryzen CPUs, delivering up to 8-core/16-thread processors for regular joe users. AMD and Intel are also engaged in a core counts war, with AMD's 32-core Threadripper claiming top honors, though Intel still has a 28-core part coming soon.

It's worth reiterating that for gaming purposes, the CPU isn't going to need upgrading nearly as often as the graphics card, especially if you buy a higher spec processor to start with. When I looked at Nvidia's GTX 1070 Ti, I tested it on both an overclocked i7-5930K and a stock i7-8700K. The results were basically a tie. So if you're not running an insane graphics card, keep that in mind.

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1. BIOS FlashBackTM button

2. CLEAR CMOS butoon

3. Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX200

4. 8 x USB 3.2 Gen 2*
‧ 7 x Type-A
‧ 1 x USB Type-C ®
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
‧ 4 x Type-A

5. 2.5G Ethernet
Intel® I211-AT Gb LAN
ROG GameFirst VI
ASUS LANGuard

6. OPTICAL S/PDIF OUT

7. 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Front Panel Connector

8. 8 x SATA 6Gb/s

9. ASUS NODE Connector​

* The specifications depend on different CPU types. The listed specifications are based on AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series and 3000 Series Desktop Processors.

DIY Friendly

1. ROG PATENTED PRE-MOUNTED I/O SHIELD

2. ESD GUARDS
Provides greater electrostatic protection than the industry standard. ESD Guards cover the USB, audio and LAN ports.

3. TRUEVOLT USB
Supplies stable 5-volt power delivery to all USB ports, with minimal power fluctuations to minimize data loss.

4. 2 x SAFESLOT
Provides stronger PCIe device retention and greater shearing resistance.

5. Q-Code
LED panel shows a 2-digit code to reflect system status.

6. 4 x Q-DIMM
One sided clips for super-simple, super-secure handling of memory modules.

7. FlexKey
At its default, the FlexKey functions as a system reset button, but it can also be easily set to quickly turn Aura lighting on or off, activate Safe Boot or enter the BIOS.

8. Q-CONNECTOR
Simple adapter that helps arrange front-panel cables in an orderly manner.

PERFORMANCE

ROG Crosshair VIII Dark Hero boasts an optimized power design layout and all the cooling headers you need to handle the prodigious power of the latest AMD Ryzen processors.

Teamed Power Architecture

Modern CPU architectures up the ante for motherboard power design by transitioning from deep power-saving modes to full load almost instantaneously. Our latest VRM architecture rises to the challenge by utilizing teamed power stages to rapidly swing current, while maintaining exemplary thermal performance.

A brief history

A shift in CPU demands

Bucking the trend

Thermal performance

High Quality Components

ASUS Optimem III

Infused with proprietary memory trace layout tweaks that improve signal integrity and mitigate noise, Optimem III allows memory kits to run at lower latencies, reduced voltages, and operate at higher frequencies. Stack the Dark Hero with your favorite modules and maximize Zen 3 processors throughput for applications that demand massive bandwidth, or balance infinity fabric and memory performance for a diverse range of workloads.

G.Skill Memory 4 x 32GB CL18 @3600MHz

Test Configuration: AMD Ryzen™ 9 5950X | ROG Crosshair VIII Dark Hero

High Frequency

Max Capacity without Compromise

COOLING

Maintaining system stability is paramount under high load, so Crosshair VIII Dark Hero employs passive chipset cooling with large VRM and chipset heatsinks that strike the right balance between surface area and mass. Featuring premium components and multiple fan headers, Crosshair VIII Dark Hero is fully armed to provide the best foundation for gaming systems.

Cooling Heatsinks

1. VRM heatsink
The two VRM heatsinks are placed above the MOSFETs and chokes, and are connected by a heat-pipe to further increase surface area for heat dissipation.

2. M.2 heatsink
Two dedicated heatsinks keep the dual M.2 SSDs at the optimum operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability.

3. High-conductivity thermal pad
A high-quality thermal pad improves overall heat transfer from the system by bridging the heat generated by the power stages to the heatsink.

4. Passive chipset heatsink
A dedicated chipset heatsink draws heat away to maintain optimum operating temperatures.

Optimization

ROG Crosshair VIII Dark Hero is packed with intuitive and flexible tools to allow customization across all system parameters to deliver the performance you want.

5-way optimization

BIOS

Differential Sensing

Performance Level Up

The dashboard-style control panel of AI Suite 3 lets you fine-tune almost every aspect of your ROG Crosshair VIII Dark Hero system with ease. Get the best balance between performance, cooling, stability, and efficiency via one simple and intuitive interface.

TPU

EPU

Fan Xpert 4

Digital power controls

Turbo App

UEFI BIOS

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 comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.

Accurate Voltage Monitoring

Conventional motherboards use single-ended sensing tapped from a location that isn't ideal, leading to a large disparity between the actual voltage fed to the CPU and the value reported to software. ROG Crosshair VIII Dark Hero features a differential-sensing circuit and delicate IC that simplify overclocking and tuning by allowing you to track voltages more accurately.

CONNECTIVITY

ROG Crosshair VIII Dark Hero offers advanced connectivity, including WiFi 6 (AX200) and dual Ethernet with Intel ® 1Gb and Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port to eliminate bottlenecks so you can enjoy exceptionally smooth online and LAN play. Additionally, the M.2 supports AMD StoreMI technology to maximize the speed of your SSD for faster load times, and SupremeFX on-board audio provides superb sound, while saving a PCIe slot.

WiFi 6 (AX200)

Onboard WiFi 6 (802.11ax) supports ultrafast wireless-networking speeds, improved capacity and better performance in dense WiFi environments, providing exceptional online gaming experiences. *

Pair your motherboard with ASUS WiFi 6 routers to fully experience the networking potential of WiFi 6. Find out more about ASUS WiFi 6 solutions: https://www.asus.com/wifi6/

REALTEK 2.5G LAN

2.5G on-board Ethernet kicks your LAN connection up a notch with an up to 2.5X bandwidth improvement. Using your existing LAN cable, you can take advantage this networking upgrade to experience smoother, lag-free gaming, immediately stream high-resolution videos and enjoy faster file transfers.​

Intel® 1Gbps Ethernet

ROG Crosshair VIII Dark Hero features the latest Intel ® Ethernet (I211-AT) ensuring data exchanges with your network and the outside world are fast and smooth. Intel LAN reduces CPU overhead and increases TCP and UDP throughput, keeping more processing power.

*Actual speed varies, depending on networking conditions.

SupremeFX

ROG SupremeFX audio technology delivers an exceptional 113 dB signal-to-noise ratio on the line-in connection to provide best-ever recording quality. There's also a low-dropout regulator for cleaner power delivery to the SupremeFX S1220 codec, an ESS ® ES9023P digital-to-analog converter for superior front-panel output, and a Texas Instruments ® RC4580 op amp for high gain with low distortion - all to produce unmatched audio quality.
>Learn more about ROG audio technology

Audio Line Shielding

ESS® ES9023P

S1220 Codec

Switching MOSFETS

Nichicon® CAPS

Blocks electromagnetic interference from the motherboard or add-ons to provide cleaner audio.

The ESS ® ES9023P digital-to-analog converter creates a perfect balance for top-tier audio clarity capable of 112db DNR /-94dB THD+N for superior front-panel output

10 DAC channels provide simultaneous 7.1-channel playback, independent 2.0-channel, multiple-stream stereo to front-panel outputs

Unique design allows the codec's impedance-sensing function to be ported with either the front or rear headphone outputs

Fine-quality Japanese-made components that produce a warmer, natural sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity

Personalize

In addition to extraordinary performance, ROG Crosshair VIII Dark Hero provides extensive styling and customization options to let you build a system that truly stands apart.

Aura Sync

Ramcache III

Audio

Armoury Crate

RAMCache lll software utility turns milliseconds into microseconds to boost game-load times. Fully compatible with the latest NVM Express ® storage options, RAMCache lll utilizes uniquely intelligent technology to effectively cache any storage device, so favorite games and apps launch at breakneck speeds.

Smart mode

Real-time information

Health check

Armoury Crate

Armoury Crate is a software utility designed to provide centralized control of supported ROG gaming products. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate puts command of all your Aura gear at your fingertips with the new Aura Creator suite ready. The software also provides control of settings for a growing number of ROG products, making it easier to tune the look and feel of your system. Armoury Crate even offers dedicated product registration and ROG news feeds to help you stay in touch with the ROG gaming community.
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AURA SYNC

Device Configuration

Driver & Manual Download

Gaming Highlight

Account Management

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The CORSAIR iCUE H150i ELITE CAPELLIX Liquid CPU Cooler delivers powerful, low-noise cooling for your CPU, with a 360mm radiator and three CORSAIR ML120 RGB PWM fans controllable between 400 RPM and 2,400 RPM. 33 Ultra-bright CAPELLIX LEDs on the pump head and eight RGB LEDs per fan let you completely personalize your cooler's look. Connect to the included CORSAIR iCUE Commander CORE and powerful CORSAIR iCUE software to orchestrate synchronized RGB lighting, adjust fan speeds, and enable Zero RPM mode on up to six fans. Easy to install on most major CPU sockets, with a thermally optimized split-flow cold plate and low-noise centrifugal pump for exceptional performance, the H150i ELITE CAPELLIX puts the spotlight on your cooling.

Features

High-Performance RGB Pump Head

Powerful, low-noise cooling for your CPU, lit by 33 ultra-bright CAPELLIX RGB LEDs

CORSAIR iCUE Commander CORE Included

A smart RGB lighting and fan speed controller gives you precise speed and lighting control over up to six RGB fans

Magnetic Levitation RGB Fans

Three 120mm CORSAIR ML RGB Series PWM fans deliver powerful airflow for extreme CPU cooling performance, with eight RGB LEDs per fan.

Extreme CPU Cooling

Incredible cooling fan performance controllable via PWM, from 400 to 2,400 RPM while in operation

Zero RPM Mode

Zero RPM cooling profiles in CORSAIR iCUE software allow fans to stop entirely at low temperatures, eliminating fan noise

Powerful CORSAIR iCUE Software

Adjust fan and pump speeds, control and synchronize your cooler's RGB lighting with all iCUE-compatible devices, and monitor CPU and coolant temperatures, all from a single intuitive interface

Split-Flow Copper Cold Plate

An optimal cold plate design and a high-density stack of 128 micro-skived fins-per-inch provides highly efficient cooling at all loads

Low-Noise Centrifugal Pump

Delivers a flow rate of up to 0.82L/min while generating less than 20 dBA, for extreme cooling with low noise

360mm Radiator

High surface area for powerful cooling

Easy to Install

Modular, tool-free mounting bracket for quick and painless installation on all modern Intel and AMD sockets.

Alternative Pump Cap

CORSAIR Commander CORE

CORSAIR H150i ELITE CAPELLIX Liquid CPU Cooler

Cap Removal Tool

Fan and radiator mounting screws

Mounting kit for all modern CPU sockets

Quick Start Guide

Thermal compound (pre-applied)

Three ML RGB Series PWM 120mm fans

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ROG STRIX Z590-E GAMING WIFI

Intel® Z590 LGA 1200 ATX motherboard with PCIe® 4.0, 14+2 Teamed power stages, Two-Way AI Noise-Cancelation, AI Overclocking, AI Cooling, AI Networking, WIFI 6E (802.11ax), Dual Intel® 2.5 Gb Ethernet, Quad M.2 with heatsinks, USB 3.2 Gen 2, SATA and AURA Sync RGB lighting

Intel® Socket LGA 1200 for 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processors and 10th Gen Intel Core, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors

Optimal Power Solution: 14+2 power stages with ProCool II power connector, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors

Optimized Thermal Design: VRM and aluminum I/O heatsink, L-shaped heatpipe, Trio onboard M.2 heatsinks, including an M.2 backplate for improved cooling for PCIe 4.0 M.2 slot

High-performance Networking: On-board Intel® WiFi 6E AX210 (802.11ax) and dual Intel® 2.5 Gb Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard

Best Gaming Connectivity: Supports HDMI® 2.0 and DisplayPort™ 1.4 output, and featuring quad M.2 and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C® connectors

Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive software and firmware utilities that simplify setup and improve performance: AI Overclocking, AI Cooling, AI Networking and Two-Way AI Noise-Cancelation

DIY Friendly Design: M.2 Q-Latch, Pre-mounted I/O shield, BIOS FlashBack™, Clr CMOS button, Q-Code and FlexKey

Unmatched Personalization: ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including RGB headers and Gen 2 addressable headers

Industry-leading Gaming Audio: High fidelity audio with ALC4080 with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier, along with DTS® Sound Unbound and Sonic Studio III

Renowned Software: Bundled 60 days AIDA64 Extreme subscription and intuitive UEFI BIOS dashboard with integrated MemTest86

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The flagship ROG Strix Z590-E Gaming WiFi motherboard easily handles the demands of the latest generation Intel® Core™ processors thanks to its boosted power delivery and optimized cooling design. The latest generation Intel® WiFi 6E and PCI Express® Gen 4 M.2 ensure stable gaming performance that gamers crave.

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Founded on experience and with a long history of creating the best performing motherboards packed with smart features, you can count on this motherboard to deliver the best performance under the most extreme conditions. Countless system tuning and troubleshooting tools are at your disposal to push your system to new heights and satisfy even the most demanding tweaker.

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Founded on experience and with a long history of creating the best performing motherboards packed with smart features, you can count on this motherboard to deliver the best performance under the most extreme conditions. Countless system tuning and troubleshooting tools are at your disposal to push your system to new heights and satisfy even the most demanding tweaker.

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Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DisplayPort ports

Integrated Graphics in the 2nd and 1st Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors

- Supports DisplayPort 1.2 with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz

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Sleek aesthetics take the ROG Strix SCAR 15/17 to the next level. Inspired by our collaboration with BMW Designworks Group, this powerful gaming laptop keeps a low profile, blending in at work or at play. Subtle cyber-text patterning adds a futuristic flair to the deck. Hidden scissor-door hinges stabilize the display that's framed with slim bezels for expansive viewing. For the full RGB experience, turn on the Aura Sync lighting to illuminate the gaming keyboard and wrap-around light bar.

Power up with New Generation

Speed through work and play on a machine tailored to deliver triple-digit frame rates. ROG Boost takes the leading-edge GeForce ® RTX 2080 SUPER ™ GPU up to 1560MHz at 150W in Turbo mode for fast, fluid gameplay. The powerful 10th gen Intel ® Core ™ CPU paired with up to 32GB of DDR4-3200 RAM slices through intensive work and play. With 2 speedy M.2 NVMe SSDs running in RAID 0, loading times are accelerated across all your apps and games. Space for a third SSD means you can easily expand your storage and take your complete program library with you anywhere.

Reliable Wi-Fi 6 Networking

Ultrafast Intel ® Wi-Fi 6 with Gig+ (802.11ax) lets you game reliably at LAN speeds wherever compatible connections are available. Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+) enables a peak interface bandwidth up to 2.4Gbps*, with boosted network speed, efficiency, and reliability in crowded spaces. It also reduces latency, meaning less lag for network-sensitive activities like quick play matches on the go. ROG RangeBoost technology complements your Wi-Fi 6 by maximizing coverage. The unique RangeBoost algorithm evaluates the signal strength of four internal antennas and picks the best pair to use for your location, minimizing dead spots and increasing range by up to 30%.

Comprehensive Connectivity

Hook up your devices and hop in-game quickly. Get blazing fast transfers at Gen 2 speeds via the USB 3.2 Type-C ™ with DisplayPort ™ 1.4, or connect a G-SYNC ™ monitor* for silky smooth gaming. Three Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports are ready for your favorite gaming gear, while HDMI 2.0b allows you to enjoy movies and games on a 4K monitor or TV at up to 60Hz. Integrated Gigabit Ethernet boasts lower networking latency for competitive multiplayer gaming, complementing the built-in Wi-Fi.

Xbox Game Pass Unlimited access to over 100 high-quality PC games on Windows 10. One month subscription to Game Pass that's included with the purchase of your device. With games added all the time, you'll always have something new to play.

* Active subscription required; continues until cancelled; game catalog varies over time. Requires Windows 10 and an app to play PC games; see details at xbox.com/pcgamesplan. See xbox.com/ game-pass.

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brain of the pc

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long term storage

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Function: The long term storage on a computer. Information is stored and received from a disk.
This was rated the best hard disk drive for gaming

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Long term storage for computer.

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function:were all of the stuff is saved

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Function: The storage of the computer.

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Holds everything important ad faster

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Function: Gives power to the pc

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Function: Long term storage for a computer, similar to a hard disk drive

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this has a total of 4 sticks of ram

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A lot of spaceeeeeeee

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CORSAIR

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Light up your computer with this CORSAIR Vengeance RGB PRO DDR4 RAM. It comes as two 8GB sticks so that you get 16GB to hammer through games, and each stick has RGB LEDs that glow and can be controlled from your computer. Each stick of 3200MHz CORSAIR Vengeance RGB PRO DDR4 RAM is carefully selected and screened for high overclocking potential.

Features

Kit of two 8GB DDR4 SDRAM memory modules

For 16GB total memory.

288-pin DIMM

For capable system operation. DIMM is dual in-line memory module.

Up to 3200MHz operating speed

For excellent multitasking capability.

Anodized aluminum heatspreader

Keeps memory cool for efficient operation.

CORSAIR Vengeance RGB PRO 16GB (2PK 8GB) 3.2GHz PC4-25600 DDR4 DIMM Unbuffered Non-ECC Desktop Memory Kit with RGB Lighting

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graphics proscing unit

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Kids - Kilobyte
Make - Megabyte
Great - Gigabyte
Trouble - Terabyte

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function: short term memory

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moving part storage

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like counter space temporary memory

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majorly enhances your graphics.

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Short term memory of the computer.

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Create a high-performance system with this two-pack of CORSAIR VENGEANCE LPX 8GB memory sticks. The pure aluminum heat spreader offers quick heat dissipation, and the custom PCB helps deliver ample overclocking headroom. These CORSAIR VENGEANCE LPX 8GB memory sticks are compatible with most motherboards and feature a low-profile design to conserve space.

Features

Kit of two 8GB DDR4 SDRAM memory modules

For 16GB total memory.

288-pin DIMM

For capable system operation. DIMM is dual in-line memory module.

Up to 3600MHz operating speed

For excellent multitasking capability.

8-Layer PCB

Keeps memory cool for efficient operation.

CORSAIR Vengeance LPX 16GB (2PK 8GB) 3.6GHz PC4-28800 DDR4 DIMM Unbuffered Non-ECC Desktop Memory Kit

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Function: The long term storage for a computer, which is the same function as the HDD (Hard Disk Drive)

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two of these because i need two

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function:all the non long term stuff is stored like tabs ect.

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Function: Short term memory of a computer

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Function: The long term storage on a computer. Information is stored and received from a disc
Optional: it has 2 terabytes and is only 40 smackaroos

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shrot term memory

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function: holds all the important parts to gather.

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Function: same function as the hard disk drive. the long term storage for a computer. there are no moving parts... it is in a solid state
rated the best SSD for gaming

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Function: The short term memory of a computer.

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Function: The way that your computer shows graphics, pictures, videos