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ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E — AM5 · X670E
ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E

AM5 · X670E

90
/ 100
From $499
VS
ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero — LGA1700 · Z790
ASUS

ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero

LGA1700 · Z790

90
/ 100
From $629
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E lands at 90 and ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E if…

  • ✓PCIe 5.0 support
  • ✓Current-gen networking
  • ✓Modern I/O

Pick ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero if…

  • ✓PCIe 5.0 support
  • ✓Current-gen networking
  • ✓Modern I/O
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

VRM quality

Tie

Compared on the VRM quality sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

BIOS

Tie

Compared on the BIOS quality sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E more score per dollar ($499 vs $629).

ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E 90
vs
90 ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero

Score breakdown

ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E
90
vrm 90
features 88
bios 86
value 84
ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero
90
vrm 90
features 88
bios 86
value 84

Specs side-by-side

ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E versus ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero — full spec comparison
Spec ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero
Socket
AM5
LGA1700
Chipset
X670E
Z790

ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E

Pros
  • +PCIe 5.0 support
  • +Current-gen networking
  • +Modern I/O
Cons
  • −Firmware updates on launch
  • −DDR5 required
  • −Pricing varies week to week

ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero

Pros
  • +PCIe 5.0 support
  • +Current-gen networking
  • +Modern I/O
Cons
  • −Firmware updates on launch
  • −DDR5 required
  • −Pricing varies week to week

FAQ: ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E vs ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero

Which is better, ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E or ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero? +

Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E worth the price? +

At $499, ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in vrm.

Is ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero worth the price? +

At $629, ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in vrm.

Does ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E or ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E or ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero? +

ASUS ROG Strix X670E-E — more score per dollar ($499 vs $629). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.