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ASUS MAXIMUS VIII RANGER
LGA1151Intel Z170ATXDDR41 M.2
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Full Specifications
Platform, memory, storage, expansion, and connectivity specs.
SocketLGA1151
ChipsetIntel Z170
Form FactorATX
ColorBlack / Red
Memory TypeDDR4
Memory Slots4
Max Memory64 GB
Max Speed3400 MHz
ECC SupportNo
M.2 Slots1
M.2 Details2242/2260/2280/22110 M-key
SATA 6 Gb/s Ports6
About This Product
The ASUS Maximus VIII Ranger is an ATX motherboard designed for Intel LGA1151 processors, supporting DDR4 memory up to 64GB across four slots. Its black and red aesthetic is common for gaming-oriented boards of its generation. This model offers a robust feature set for overclocking and general gaming, competing with other mid-to-high-range Z170 chipsets.
Pros
- Strong overclocking capabilities for Skylake CPUs
- Durable build quality and component selection
- Good audio solution for integrated sound
- Multiple USB 3.0 and SATA ports
Cons
- Lacks USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C port
- No integrated Wi-Fi
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