Asus Maximus XI Hero

[Boost3d]

I had a build put together and all and I’m all set I’m just waiting on thanksgiving. However does anyone have this motherboard and if so does it get hot? I wanna pair it with the 8700K I’ve seen on YouTube from Hardware Unboxed that it went up to 84C I wanna make sure I’m not buying a lava motherboard ya know.

[🍃🪻🪷Sylvie🩵🍸🍵]

It was confirmed that ASUS ROG Maximus XI HERO uses 4-phase VRM instead of falsely advertised 8-phase VRM. Therefore, Gigabyte Aorus Master Z390 motherboard is recommended which I own one right now.

[Boost3d]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από Sammy:

It was confirmed that ASUS ROG Maximus XI HERO uses 4-phase VRM instead of falsely advertised 8-phase VRM. Therefore, Gigabyte Aorus Master Z390 motherboard is recommended which I own one right now.

Is the Master better? Also do you know if the Asus one is worth it

[Monk]

For an 8700k you might as well get the previous z370 version.

Despite its odd setup, it seems to handle power well, well at least the maximus xi core I'm using on my 9900k does, should also be noted most vrms are good to 120+ degrees C.

So, yeah, honestly, I feel the vrm is fine and would have no real issues recommending it.

[Boost3d]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από Monk:

For an 8700k you might as well get the previous z370 version.

Despite its odd setup, it seems to handle power well, well at least the maximus xi core I'm using on my 9900k does, should also be noted most vrms are good to 120+ degrees C.

So, yeah, honestly, I feel the vrm is fine and would have no real issues recommending it.

Ok so you think I’m fine I get the Z390? Also do you know if the temps get higher after long play sessions because i don’t wanna have to time myself lol

[Monk]

An 8700k or a 9900k dont pull enough power to be an issue and the cooler seems good enough.

While the news it seems to actually be 4 phase (the day after I built using it) is annoying, the analysis does seem to suggest it's not actually bad, just, not as good as it could be potentially.
I went with it as I've been happy with the performance of my Asus x299 prime deluxe, so, while it doesn't seem to be as bad as a 4 phase sounds to be, there are probably better options, but, if you like it, it will easily handle the job.

Though, again, you don't need the z390 board, and the z370 maximus hero x doesn't have the new odd vrm as I understand it.

[Boost3d]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από Monk:

An 8700k or a 9900k dont pull enough power to be an issue and the cooler seems good enough.

While the news it seems to actually be 4 phase (the day after I built using it) is annoying, the analysis does seem to suggest it's not actually bad, just, not as good as it could be potentially.
I went with it as I've been happy with the performance of my Asus x299 prime deluxe, so, while it doesn't seem to be as bad as a 4 phase sounds to be, there are probably better options, but, if you like it, it will easily handle the job.

Though, again, you don't need the z390 board, and the z370 maximus hero x doesn't have the new odd vrm as I understand it.

I plan to upgrade to a 9900k soon that’s why. So it’s still a good high end mobo?

[Monk]

I'm pretty sure I've said that in my previous posts, but there are probably better options, I bought mine before the news broke and I very much rushed motherboard selection in under an hour as I needed the parts ASAP.

Now, the board seems very viable and I bought it largely off the back of the previous boards, where the Asus were amongst the best vrm.
This time they seem to of slipped a bit.

But, it seems to work well regardless, and it's going to be on display in my lounge and the maximus xi code I chose looks nice and smart, something I couldn't say about all its competitors, if I thought it would cause me any real issues I'd return it, but, this is a couch gaming / htpc so I won't be running it in an overclocked state, if it was to be my main gaming rig, in which case it would be overclocked to the limit, I'd probably of gone for something higher end and would replace it.

[Tsunami]

I initially bought the Asus Maximus XI Hero motherboard on the website I configured my custom PC from (pcspecialist.com), but after watching the comparison in VRM thermal video from the youtube channel Hardware Unboxed I decided to switch the motherboard to the Aorus Master even though the computer was already in testing phase. (had to pay an extra)

Not only on the simple fact that where I live (Paris, France), in the summer it gets really hot (up to 40 degrees C indoors) but I realized that the Aorus Master motherboard has a few extra features:

- For me the motherboard was 30 euros cheaper than the XI Hero version without wifi (add another 40 euros for the Wifi version), and the Aorus Master has Wifi by default, that's a big deal to me even though I'm only using Ethernet
- The Aorus board has Dual Bios, while the XI hero doesn't (correct me if I'm wrong)
- The Aorus board has a thermal backplate
- That's subjective, but I prefer the overall design of the Aorus board

Like many others said before, the Maximus XI hero isn't a bad board, but I think Asus could have done better, especially because the previous Maximus X Hero has better VRM.

[tacoshy]

My store is a Gigabyte Distributor. Still have to say the Asus is a better one espacially bios wise.
Another reason I left gigabyte again (i had the high end gaming 9 boards).

The VRM is not an issue. It was more then fine. Ppl overexergating on that usually. The only point where you need really the best VRM is when you do hardcore OCing in a range where even a water cooling solution doesn't help. As long as you cool with air it is uninteresting as heat is your limit not power. With water, you can use a Monoblock or VRM block anyways.


And every half modern motherboard has dual or even triple bios incl every Asus motherboard.


BTW VRM wise gigabyte made a huge step backwards aswell as it is unneeded. The Aorus Z270X Gaming 9 had 22 phases. No other gigabyte board even not the X299 Gaming 9 came close to it (because it was unneeded...)

[[☥] - CJ -]

aside from my love for ASUS, boardwise anyway

Linus and other streamers use ASUS boards including while overclocking, if they were an issue as far as power goes i dont think so many streamers would stress them the way they do.

so its probably safe to say youd be just fine as i doubt youd be trying anything crazy like they do

But yeah, ASUS is the way to go imo
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Also, motherboards are designed to handle heat, thats also where your cooling setup comes into play.

[Boost3d]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από ☥ - CJ -:

aside from my love for ASUS, boardwise anyway

Linus and other streamers use ASUS boards including while overclocking, if they were an issue as far as power goes i dont think so many streamers would stress them the way they do.

so its probably safe to say youd be just fine as i doubt youd be trying anything crazy like they do

But yeah, ASUS is the way to go imo
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Also, motherboards are designed to handle heat, thats also where your cooling setup comes into play.

As for cooling I’ll be using Kraken X62, 2x 200Mm 800 rpm fans, 1x 140mm 1200rpm

[TehSpoopyKitteh]

The ASRock Z370 Extreme4 has 12 power phase on a digital PMW. That ought to help with thermal issues.

[[☥] - CJ -]

Dont see any problem with that as long as it meets or exceeds the CPUs TDP

I was specifically talking about the temps for the VRM n such though and case airflow and cooling

some ASUS boards allow for a VRM fan, so you could always go that route also if ur worried about temps.

But if you arent doing crazy overclocking that wont be an issue

[Boost3d]

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από tacoshy:

My store is a Gigabyte Distributor. Still have to say the Asus is a better one espacially bios wise.
Another reason I left gigabyte again (i had the high end gaming 9 boards).

The VRM is not an issue. It was more then fine. Ppl overexergating on that usually. The only point where you need really the best VRM is when you do hardcore OCing in a range where even a water cooling solution doesn't help. As long as you cool with air it is uninteresting as heat is your limit not power. With water, you can use a Monoblock or VRM block anyways.


And every half modern motherboard has dual or even triple bios incl every Asus motherboard.


BTW VRM wise gigabyte made a huge step backwards aswell as it is unneeded. The Aorus Z270X Gaming 9 had 22 phases. No other gigabyte board even not the X299 Gaming 9 came close to it (because it was unneeded...)

Is there anyway I can measure the heat of the mobo inside the case? I can still OC if I want to correct? Nothing bad will happen

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από Tsunami54:

I initially bought the Asus Maximus XI Hero motherboard on the website I configured my custom PC from (pcspecialist.com), but after watching the comparison in VRM thermal video from the youtube channel Hardware Unboxed I decided to switch the motherboard to the Aorus Master even though the computer was already in testing phase. (had to pay an extra)

Not only on the simple fact that where I live (Paris, France), in the summer it gets really hot (up to 40 degrees C indoors) but I realized that the Aorus Master motherboard has a few extra features:

- For me the motherboard was 30 euros cheaper than the XI Hero version without wifi (add another 40 euros for the Wifi version), and the Aorus Master has Wifi by default, that's a big deal to me even though I'm only using Ethernet
- The Aorus board has Dual Bios, while the XI hero doesn't (correct me if I'm wrong)
- The Aorus board has a thermal backplate
- That's subjective, but I prefer the overall design of the Aorus board

Like many others said before, the Maximus XI hero isn't a bad board, but I think Asus could have done better, especially because the previous Maximus X Hero has better VRM.

I was looking the Aorus but I just honestly prefer the Asus hero, and everyone’s saying I’d be fine getting the Asus and of that’s case then I don’t really see a need to change anything

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από Monk:

I'm pretty sure I've said that in my previous posts, but there are probably better options, I bought mine before the news broke and I very much rushed motherboard selection in under an hour as I needed the parts ASAP.

Now, the board seems very viable and I bought it largely off the back of the previous boards, where the Asus were amongst the best vrm.
This time they seem to of slipped a bit.

But, it seems to work well regardless, and it's going to be on display in my lounge and the maximus xi code I chose looks nice and smart, something I couldn't say about all its competitors, if I thought it would cause me any real issues I'd return it, but, this is a couch gaming / htpc so I won't be running it in an overclocked state, if it was to be my main gaming rig, in which case it would be overclocked to the limit, I'd probably of gone for something higher end and would replace it.

It’s just that the review I watched it went up to 84C with a 9900k (I think after 4hrs) and that got me wondering if it would go higher of the pc on longer than that

Αναρτήθηκε αρχικά από ☥ - CJ -:

Dont see any problem with that as long as it meets or exceeds the CPUs TDP

I was specifically talking about the temps for the VRM n such though and case airflow and cooling

some ASUS boards allow for a VRM fan, so you could always go that route also if ur worried about temps.

But if you arent doing crazy overclocking that wont be an issue

It seems I don’t to change the mobo, I’ll look into the VRM fans and see what I can find and if they’re compatible

[tacoshy]

VRM are fine to 120C many even higher.

They are supposed to get hot. And most go normally over 100C.


You can measure the temperature with simple temperature probes that every high end motherboard has included or through monitoring software as most motherboards have measuring points by default.