The arrival of 8th Generation Intel Core processors alongside a high-end Z370 platform meant increased horsepower for people who do more with their PCs, whether it’s serious work like content creation and video editing, or recreational tasks like live-streaming gaming sessions. But extra cores aren’t limited to flagship territory.

They extend all the way down to the entry-level Core i3, and today they’re joined by new H370, B360 and H310 platforms that bring additional connectivity to affordable price points. These chipsets are now available across a complete family of ASUS 300-series motherboards that are loaded with exclusive technologies, feature unparalleled durability and have a focus on ease-of-use that helps everyone get the most out of their PCs.

ASUS DNA is a solid foundation for any build

Every build and user is different, so ASUS has developed a deep lineup across ROG Strix, TUF Gaming and Prime lines. While each family has distinct aesthetics and personalities, all three draw from core ASUS DNA that has been carefully refined over nearly 30 years of making motherboards. Signature features can be found throughout, from DIGI+ VRM circuitry that delivers reliable power to the CPU, to OptiMem trace routing that improves memory signalling, resulting in increased stability and performance.

The critically acclaimed UEFI BIOS makes it easy for users to dial-in their rig. Along with providing the usual selection of intuitive tuning options, it has a new search function that lets users quickly find and modify specific settings. Configuration profiles can now be saved and shared with others, and the firmware retains them after updates.

The new H370, B360 and H310 motherboards provide better cooling for gaming by intelligently adjusting the speed of system fans based on the GPU temperature of select ASUS and ROG graphics cards.

Plus, the H370 and B360 go beyond their Z370 predecessor by integrating not only USB 3.1 Gen 2 support for next-gen peripherals, but also optional 802.11ac Wi-Fi for wireless networking. They retain support for Intel Optane Memory, which uses ultrafast flash storage to reduce load times for the mechanical storage commonly found in entry-level machines.

The new range includes the next-generation Republic of Gamers (ROG) Strix motherboards with all the enhancements that gamers crave, new cyberpunk aesthetics and performance to match. The ASUS Prime series caters to the content creation and everyday productivity audience with a new level of user refinement and a design inspired by futuristic architecture.

ASUS TUF Gaming features a military motif for a new breed of affordable gaming motherboards. Plus, it’s the heart of a collaboration between industry heavyweights in the new TUF Gaming Alliance, so gamers can build a complete system that looks battle-ready inside and out.

Additional information, product images and specifics on the ROG Strix, TUF Gaming and Prime motherboards can be found in the user’s guide at ASUS EdgeUp. Additional images and an in-depth overview of the latest ROG Strix motherboards are located at the ROG site.

Pricing & Availability

ModelPricing Availability Warranty
ROG H370-F GamingRM 699NOW3+1 Year Warranty
TUF H370 Pro GamingRM 605
Prime H370 PlusRM 530
ROG STRIX B360-H GamingRM 599
TUF B360 Plus GamingRM 475
Prime B360M-ARM 429

Specifications (ROG Strix Series)

Model NameROG Strix
H370-F Gaming
ROG Strix
H370-I Gaming
ROG Strix
B360-F Gaming
ROG Strix
B360-I Gaming
ROG Strix
B360-H Gaming
ROG Strix
B360-G Gaming
CPUIntel® Core™ 8th Generation Processor on LGA 1151 socket
ChipsetIntel H370 ChipsetIntel B360 Chipset
Form FactorATXMini ITXATXMini ITXATXMicro ATX
MemorySlots / Maximum4 / 64 GB DDR42 /  32GB DDR44 / 64 GB DDR42 /  32GB DDR44 / 64 GB DDR44 / 64 GB DDR4
Frequency (MHz)2666 MHz2666 MHz2666 MHz2666 MHz2666 MHz2666 MHz
Expansion SlotPCIe 3.0 x161
max @ x16
1
max @ x16
1
max @ x16
1
max @ x16
1
max @ x16
1
max @ x16
1
max @ x4
–1
max @ x4
–1
max @ x4
1
max @ x4
PCIe 3.0 x14–4–42
Storage & ConnectivitySATA 6Gb/s646466
M.2222222
USB 3.1 Gen 21 x Type-C
2 x Type-A
2 x Type-A1 x Type-C
2 x Type-A
2 x Type-A2 x Type-A2 x Type-A
USB 3.1 Gen 1462444
USB 2.0626466
NetworkingGigabit EthernetIntel I219-VIntel I219-VIntel I219-VIntel I219-VIntel I219-VIntel I219-V
Realtek 8111H
WirelessN/AIntel® Wireless-AC 9560
2×2 MU-MIMO 802.11ac
N/AIntel® Wireless-AC 9560
2×2 MU-MIMO 802.11ac
N/AN/A
AudioCodecSupremeFX
S1220A
SupremeFX
S1220A
SupremeFX
S1220A
SupremeFX
S1220A
SupremeFX
S1220A
SupremeFX
S1220A
AuraAura SyncVVVVVV
4-pin RGB HeaderVN/AVN/AVV
Addressable RGB headerN/AVN/AVN/AN/A
OthersPre-mounted I/O Shield
M.2 heatsink
3D printing mounts
Pre-mounted I/O Shield
Double decker heatsink
Pre-mounted I/O Shield
M.2 heatsink
3D printing mounts
Pre-mounted I/O Shield
Double decker heatsink
Pre-mounted I/O ShieldPre-mounted I/O Shield

Specifications (PRIME & TUF Gaming Series)

Model NamePRIME H370M-PLUSTUF H370-PRO GAMING (WI-FI)TUF H370-PRO GAMINGTUF  B360-PRO GAMING (WI-FI)TUF B360-PRO GAMING
CPUIntel® Core™ 8th Generation Processor on LGA 1151 socket
ChipsetIntel H370 ChipsetIntel B360 Chipset
Form FactorMicro ATXATXATXATXATX
MemorySlots / Maximum4 / 64 GB DDR44 / 64 GB DDR44 / 64 GB DDR44 / 64 GB DDR44 / 64 GB DDR4
Frequency (MHz)2666 MHz2666 MHz2666 MHz2666 MHz2666 MHz
Expansion SlotPCIe 3.0 x161
@x16
1
@x16
1
@x16
1
@x16
1
@x16
1
max @ x4
1
max @ x4
1
max @ x4
1
max @ x4
1
max @ x4
PCIe 3.0 x124444
Storage & ConnectivitySATA 6Gb/s66666
M.222222
USB 3.1 Gen 22 x Type-A2 x Type-A2 x Type-A2 x Type-A2 x Type-A
USB 3.1 Gen 155533
USB 2.066666
NetworkingGigabit EthernetIntel I219-VIntel I219-VIntel I219-VIntel I219-VIntel I219-V
WirelessN/AIntel® Wireless-AC 9560
2×2 MU-MIMO 802.11ac
N/AIntel® Wireless-AC 9560
2×2 MU-MIMO 802.11ac
N/A
AudioCodecRealtek ALC887Realtek ALC887Realtek ALC887Realtek ALC887Realtek ALC887
AuraAura SyncN/AVVVV
4-pin RGB HeaderN/A1111
Addressable RGB headerN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Others5X ProtectionDTS Custom for gaming headsetsDTS Custom for gaming headsetsDTS Custom for gaming headsetsDTS Custom for gaming headsets
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