ASUS ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming DDR4 AMD Motherboard
MPN ASUS-ROG-STRIX-TRX40-E · Brand ASUS
The ASUS ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming is an AMD TRX40 motherboard for 3rd Gen Ryzen Threadripper processors, featuring triple PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, 16-stage power delivery, Wi-Fi 6, dual LAN (2.5G + 1G), and Aura Sync RGB lighting
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Overview
The ASUS ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming is a high-end desktop (HEDT) motherboard built on the AMD TRX40 chipset with the sTRX4 socket, designed exclusively for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen Threadripper series desktop processors. It targets content creators, engineers, and power users who demand both top-tier workstation performance and an immersive gaming experience from a single platform. At the heart of its power delivery is a 16-stage design paired with the ProCool II power connector, high-quality chokes, and 10K black metallic capacitors. This robust power architecture ensures stable voltage regulation under sustained multi-core workloads. Active cooling covers both the VRM and chipset heatsinks, with closely-packed stacked fins, a thermal backplate, and a dedicated chipset fan to prevent thermal throttling even during extended PCIe 4.0 data transfers. Storage flexibility is a standout feature. The board accommodates up to three PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slots via a combination of onboard slots and the ROG DIMM.2 module, plus eight SATA 6Gb/s ports with support for RAID 0, 1, and 10 configurations. Memory support extends to eight DIMM slots with a maximum capacity of 256 GB of DDR4 in a quad-channel configuration, with native speeds up to DDR4-3200 and overclocked profiles reaching DDR4-4666. Networking is covered by dual controllers: Intel I211-AT Gigabit Ethernet and a separate 2.5G LAN port, both protected by ASUS LANGuard anti-surge technology. Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO and Bluetooth 5.0 provide wireless connectivity, managed by ROG GameFirst V software for multi-gate network teaming. The back I/O panel delivers eight USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (seven Type-A and one Type-C), four USB 2.0 ports, and an optical S/PDIF output. Audio is handled by the ROG SupremeFX S1220A codec with dual op-amps, SupremeFX Shielding technology, DTS Sound Unbound, Sonic Studio III, and Sonic Radar III, offering 120 dB SNR stereo playback and 32-bit/192 kHz output capability. Customisation options include two Aura RGB headers, two Addressable Gen 2 RGB headers, and an OLED panel on the I/O shroud. Builder-friendly features include a pre-mounted I/O shield, BIOS FlashBack, CrashFree BIOS 3, Q-LED diagnostic indicators, and SafeSlot reinforced PCIe slots. Verified Specifications: - Socket: AMD sTRX4 (3rd Gen Ryzen Threadripper) - Chipset: AMD TRX40 - Memory: 8x DIMM, max 256 GB DDR4, quad-channel; up to DDR4-4666 (O.C.); ECC and non-ECC unbuffered - Expansion: 3x PCIe 4.0 x16, 1x PCIe 4.0 x4 - Storage: 3x PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 (via onboard + DIMM.2), 8x SATA 6Gb/s; RAID 0/1/10 - LAN: Intel I211-AT 1 GbE + 2.5G LAN; Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax); Bluetooth 5.0 - Audio: SupremeFX S1220A, 8-channel HD, 120 dB SNR playback, 32-bit/192 kHz - USB (rear): 8x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (7x Type-A + 1x Type-C), 4x USB 2.0 - BIOS: 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI, SMBIOS 3.2, ACPI 6.2 - Warranty: 3 Years - OS: Windows 10 64-bit
Datasheet
| Warranty | 3 Years |
|---|---|
| Chipset | AMD TRX40 |
| CPU Type | Build in AMD Socket sTRX4 for 3rd Gen AMD RyzenTM ThreadripperTM Series Desktop Processors |
| Lan | Intel® I211-AT, 1 x GigabitAnti-surge LANGuardROG GameFirst V Technology |
| Bios | 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.2, ACPI 6.2 |
| Audio | ROG SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC S1220Dual OP AmplifiersSupports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel MIC Jack-retaskingHigh quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output 108 dB SNR recording inputSupports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playbackAudio FeatureSupremeFX Shielding™ TechnologySonic Studio III Sonic Studio Virtual MixerDTS® Sound UnboundDTS® Sound UnboundOptical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panelSonic Radar III |
| Memory | 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Series Desktop processors8 x DIMM, Max. 256GB, DDR4 4666(O.C.)/4600(O.C)/4400(O.C)/4333(O.C.)/4266(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/3800(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3400(O.C.)/3200/ 2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz ECC and non-ECC, Un-buffered MemoryQuad Channel Memory Architecture |
| Storage | 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Series Desktop processors :1 x ROG DIMM.2 Module supports 2 M.2 Socket 3 , with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support( SATA & PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)2 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Series Desktop processors1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 mode) Support Raid 0, 1, 108 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth® 5.0 |
| USB Ports | 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (4 at back panel, Red)AMD TRX40 chipset :1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 front panel connector port(s)AMD TRX40 chipset :4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 controllerAMD TRX40 chipset :8 x USB 2.0 port(s)ASMedia® USB 3.2 Gen2x2 controller4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s) (4 at mid-board) |
| Back I/O Ports | 1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)8 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (7 x Type-A 1 x Type-C)4 x USB 2.01 x Optical S/PDIF out1 x Optical S/PDIF out1 x Anti-surge 2.5G LAN (RJ45) port1 x USB BIOS FlashBack™ Button(s) |
| Expansion Slots | 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Series Desktop processors3 x PCIe 4.0 (x16, x16/x16)1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Operating System | Windows® 10 64-bit |
| Special Features | ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 55-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI VRM, Fan Expert 4, and Turbo AppDRAM Overcurrent Protection10K Black Metallic CapacitorsDIGI VRMSafeSlotESD Guards on LAN, Audio,and USB portsOnboard Button : PowerASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interfaceTurbo LANAi ChargerPre-mounted I/O ShieldArmoury CratePre-mounted I/O ShieldASUS Quiet Thermal SolutionStylish Design Heat-pipe solutionStylish Fanless Design with M.2 Heat-sink solutionASUS Fan Xpert 4ASUS EZ DIYASUS EZ Flash 3ASUS USB BIOS FlashBackASUS CrashFree BIOS 3Multi-language BIOSASUS Q-DesignASUS Q-CodeASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)ASUS Q-SlotASUS Q-DIMMASUS Q-Connector |
| Multi-Gpu Support | Supports NVIDIA® 2-Way SLI® Technology Supports AMD 2-Way CrossFireX™ Technology |
| Internal I/O Ports | 2 x Aura RGB Strip Header2 x Addressable Gen 2 header(s)2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1(up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s)2 x M.2 Socket 1 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support(PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)1 x M.2 Socket 2 with vertical M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support(SATA & PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)1 x TPM header8 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)1 x CPU Fan connector(s)1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s)3 x Chassis Fan connector(s)1 x AIO_PUMP connector1 x W_PUMP connector1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)2 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)0 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)1 x Thermal sensor connector(s)1 x Power-on button(s)1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)1 x Node Connector(s)1 x USB BIOS FlashBack™ button(s)1 x System panel connector1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 front panel connector1 x Speaker connector1 x Chipset Fan Header1 x VRM_HS_FAN Header |
