On its face the Strix B760-A D4 wears a light aesthetic but beneath its grey aluminum heatsinks lies a dark PCB flush with high-performance hardware. A VRM configuration equipped to handle high-core-count Intel 13th Gen processors PCIe 5.0 bandwidth for graphics cards and next-gen WiFi 6E team up to bring devilishly good gaming to this heavenly board.N/AN/ADIY-FRIENDLY FEATURESN/AN/APCIE SLOT Q-RELEASEN/AA physical button unlocks the first PCIe slots security latch with one press greatly simplifying the process of detaching a PCIe card from the motherboard when its time to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device.N/AN/AM.2 Q-LATCHN/AThe innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an SSD from an M.2 slot. The design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive eliminating the need for a traditional screw.N/AN/ABIOS FLASHBACKN/ABIOS FlashBack is a safe and simple way to update BIOS. Just drop the (UEFI) BIOS file onto a FAT32-formatted USB stick plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack port and press the button. Updates can even be performed without having memory or a CPU installed.N/AN/AQ-LEDN/AFour onboard LEDs indicate power status and identify problems with CPU memory graphics card or boot device for quick diagnosis.N/AN/AALL-ROUND PERFORMANCEN/AThe neat aesthetics of the Strix B760-A D4 were no distraction when crafting this motherboards power delivery and thermal arrays. Youll get a fully fledged gaming experience and then some with this beast.N/AN/APOWER ARCHITECTUREN/A12 + 1 power stages deliver ample current to drive the most powerful Intel 13th Gen processors through any workload with ease.N/AN/AALLOY CHOKES AND DURABLE CAPACITORSN/AHigh-end chokes and durable capacitors are engineered to resist extreme temperatures enabling performance that exceeds industry standards.N/AN/ASIX-LAYER PCBN/AA multi-layered printed circuit board design quickly dissipates heat around the voltage regulators to improve overall system stability.N/AN/AOPTIMEM IIN/AOptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to reduce path distance and it adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk.N/AN/AVRM HEATSINK ARRAYN/ACovering the power solution are two thick heatsinks with strategic airflow channels for increased heat dissipation while powering high-performance Intel 13th Gen processors.N/AN/AM.2 HEATSINKSN/AHeatsinks cover every slot to help keep onboard NVME SSDs at optimal temperatures for consistent performance and reliability.N/AN/ACPU FAN HEADERSN/APositioned near the top of the motherboard a pair of PWM/DC fan headers give easy access for CPU coolers.N/AN/AAIO PUMP FAN HEADERN/AA dedicated PWM/DC header connects self-contained water-cooling setups.N/AN/A4-PIN FAN HEADERSN/AEach header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.N/AN/ALEADING CONNECTIVITYN/AThe Strix B760-A D4 is entirely well-connected with high-speed wireless and wired networking a plethora of USB I/O and SupremeFX audio to pump crystal-clear sound through speakers or headphones for enhanced immersion.N/AN/APCIE PERFORMANCEN/AThe top PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot is well-equipped for the increased size and bandwidth of next-gen graphics cards. Zippy storage options abound with three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots all featuring robust heatsinks to maximize performance.N/AN/ANETWORKINGN/AWIFI 6EN/AOnboard WiFi 6E technology takes advantage of newly available spectrum in the 6 GHz band to provide up to seven 160 MHz channels for ultrafast throughput and better performance in dense wireless environments.N/A* WiFi 6E availability and features are dependent on regulatory limitations and co-existence with 5 GHz WiFi.N/AN/AIntel 2.5G EthernetN/ALow-latency gaming speedy file transfers and high-resolution video streaming are among the many perks of onboard Intel 2.5 Gbps Ethernet.N/AN/AUSBN/AA USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port offers speedy data transfers up to 20 Gbps.N/AN/AAUDION/ASUPREMEFXN/AROG SupremeFX is a unique blend of hardware and software technologies that provide superior audio. The Strix B760-A D4 implementation features the ALC4080 codec for high-resolution playback up to 32-bit/384 kHz across all channels. Front-panel output is streamed through the integrated Savitech amplifier that can drive high-fidelity acoustics to a wide variety of speakers and headsets.N/AN/APLAY IN STYLEN/ABold aesthetics and Aura Sync RGB controls let the ROG Strix B760-A D4 shine in every build.N/AN/AUNDENIABLY ROG STRIXN/ADiagonal slats brushed aluminum and bold RGB have become hallmarks of the ROG aesthetic and the Strix B760-A D4 bears all of them with pride. Its white silver and black color scheme pairs well with both dark and lighter-colored components. 8-bit accents show some gaming pride.N/AN/AOUTSHINE THE COMPETITIONN/AROG 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.N/AN/ACOOLER COMPATIBILITYN/AThe ROG Strix B760-A D4 bears the same LGA 1700 socket as Z690 and B660 models so many existing coolers are compatible including all AIO offerings from ASUS and ROG.N/AN/ATHE ROG STRIX ECOSYSTEM AWAITSN/ALevel up your game with ROG Strix. Enjoy complimentary aesthetics control and compatibility across AIO coolers cases peripherals and much more. ROG offers more choices than any other brand.N/AN/ASOFTWARE UTILITIESN/AA myriad of ROG-exclusive tools put advanced system tuning and configuration at your fingertips.N/AN/ATWO-WAY AI NOISE CANCELATIONN/AThis utility leverages a massive deep-learning database to reduce over 5 million types of background noise from incoming or outgoing audio helping ensure crystal-clear communication in games or calls.N/AN/AAI NETWORKINGN/AGameFirst VI optimizes networking performance by allocating bandwidth in real time based on application usage scenarios and corresponding learning algorithms. The latest update includes dedicated support for GeForce NOW to ensure the lowest latency possible during intense game streaming sessions.N/AN/AThe 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.N/AN/AAI Suite 3 gives you digital power controls and hardware monitoring directly from the OS. Intuitive sliders and dials let you take command of your VRM including tweaking load-line calibration switching frequency and voltage droop all while tracking CPU vitals and fan speeds in real time.N/AN/ASonic Studio supports HRTF-based (head-related transfer function*) virtual surround for headsets casting an immersive aural landscape that draws you deeper into the action. The intuitive Sonic Studio interface also offers a range of EQ options and one-click presets allowing you to tailor acoustics to suit personal preferences or the characteristics of your headset.N/AN/ASONIC STUDIO LINKN/AEasily apply Sonic Studio effects on all playback devices. Simply press the Sonic Studio Link button to enjoy the effect on any playback device.N/AN/ASONIC STUDIO VIRTUAL MIXERN/ACombine audio output from selected apps with audio from the microphone input and stream the compiled mix.N/AN/AAPP-SPECIFIC PROFILESN/AApply customized audio settings to different applications so everything you do is perfectly tuned to the way you want to listen.N/AN/AThrough the pre-loaded DTS Sound Unbound app the ROG Strix B760-A D4 envelops you in rich audio conjuring whole new levels of immersion for extraordinary gaming and entertainment experiences. By exploiting Microsoft spatial sound technology DTS Sound Unbound creates an audial 3D space putting you right in the middle of the soundscape where you can sense the location and direction of every gunshot footstep or other sound in your virtual environment.N/A*DTS Sound Unbound requires in-game support. Check with developers for supported titles.N/AN/ASTEREO SOUNDN/ADiscrete left and right audio channels enable headphone or two-speaker setups.N/AN/ASURROUND SOUNDN/AAudio is split and served over multiple speaker channels e.g. 5.1 or 7.1 to create an enveloping experience on a single logical plane.N/AN/ASPATIAL SOUNDN/AA virtual 360-degree soundscape immerses you in a realistic sonic experience.N/AN/Ahe ROG Strix B760-A D4 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*.N/A*Support available for ROG Ryujin II and later models.N/AN/AArmoury 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