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Overview of the ASUS Prime X370-Pro Motherboard
Four- and six-core models of Ryzen 5 Summit Ridge processors have already appeared on sale, and almost everything is known about the speed and overclocking potential of the eight-core models (R7). The new Ryzen series processors are actually system-on-a-chip (SOC). Integration of the memory controller, functions of which have been once performed by the north bridge, is not something surprising.
Much more interesting is the south bridge, responsible for working with the periphery. Now such processors have basic capabilities for connecting, for example, drives, and they also have several USB outputs. In other words, most of the functions of motherboards have now lost their habitual form.
The so-called «chipset» is a hub; it greatly extends the capabilities of the computer. In fact, those fixes that many users expect are in the plane of UEFI interaction with the CPU (SOC) itself and are unlikely to rest on the structural component of the board.
AMD X370 is the senior hub having the maximum number of supported interfaces. A basic set of its features is provided below:
The advantage of the solution from AMD is the support of USB 3.1 Gen2 (two ports). However, RAID arrays can be organized in only three types. There are only six SATA channels, two more devices will work from the CPU, in total it will be possible to use eight drives in the system. But in case of attracting devices with a PCI-E interface (most likely, they will be of the M.2 format), there is a revision of the resources allocation. Instead of eight, six or even four SATA outputs will remain active.
It is impossible to unequivocally state the number and work methods of ports on the boards, because this is largely affected by the type of CPU used.
Chipset: AMD X370
Processor socket: AMD AM4
Processors: AMD Series: Athlon X4, A6, A8, A10, A12, Ryzen 5, Ryzen 7
Memory: 4 DIMM DDR4 SDRAM 2133/2400/2666/2933 * / 3200 * (OC), a maximum of 64 GB
PCI-E slots: 2xPCI Express 3.0 x16 (x16 + x0, x8 + x8) – CPU
1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 (x8) – APU/Athlon
1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 (x4) – X370
3 x PCI Express 3.0 x1 – X370
M.2: 1xPCI Express 3.0 x4 (Key M, 2242/2260/2280/22110) – CPU
1xPCI Express 3.0 x2 (Key M, 2242/2260/2280/22110) – APU/Athlon
Built-in video core (in APU): Radeon Series: R7, R5
Video sockets: DisplayPort 1.2, HDMI 1.4b
Number of connected fans: 6x4pin
PS/2 ports: 1 (keyboard/mouse)
USB ports: 2x3.1 Gen2 (2 sockets on the rear panel, ASM1143)
1x3.1 Gen2 (no rear sockets, X370)
4x3.1 Gen1 (4 sockets on the rear panel, CPU/APU/Athlon)
4x3.1 Gen1 (2 sockets on the rear panel (A and C), X370)
4x2.0 (no rear sockets, X370)
Serial ATA: 8xSATA 6 Gb/s (X370)
RAID: 0, 1, 10 (SATA, X370)
Built-in sound: codec – S1220 (Realtek ALC1220)
S/PDIF: optical (output)
Networking: Intel I211-AT (Gigabit Ethernet)
COM: 1 (internal)
TPM: +
UEFI: AMI UEFI
Form factor: ATX
Dimensions, mm: 305x244
Additional features: support of AMD 3-Way CrossFireX and NVIDIA 2-Way SLI, Aura RGB Strip Header
A box is of medium size, traditional for the Prime series, that is, the style is not much different from the motherboards for Intel processors.
The main accents made on the back side are as follows: AURA backlighting, a symmetrical socket for the USB 3.1 case wire, the senior codec Realtek ALC1220. There is also a table with characteristics and a small photo of the device.
The delivery package is the most common:
The dimensions of the product conform to the ATX format; there are nine points for fixing the board in the case. The design is quite simple; lovers of classic boards should be fully satisfied. The location of the LED strip pad is quite interesting – right in the middle (there’s no extension cable in the delivery kit), it will be useful for connecting the backlighting from AMD proprietary Wraith cooler.
In addition to eight directed towards the RGB LEDs, elements of the VRM composition are seen on the back of the board. All radiators use reliable screw fastening.
The hub radiator has nothing special but for a decorative lining. Its area is large enough.
All the eight SATA outputs have a longitudinal type of performance. There is neither color, nor any other kind of differentiation between them.
The only compact M.2 slot allows the installation of the largest (22110) devices. In addition to the unusually located pad for the LED tape, the chip with firmware also distinguished itself. Such a close arrangement to the socket has not yet been found.
For USB case cables, there are a pair of pads for 2.0 version, one is the traditional transverse 3.1 Gen1 and the other – symmetrical 3.1 Gen2.
Sixteen PCI-E processor lines can be divided evenly, and if there are eight of them (like an APU), only one socket works. The lower slot and the short PCI-E x1 of version 2.0 refer to the hub.
The network is based on a controller from Intel. The audio subsystem has only a codec; there is also a group of special capacitors. There is no operational amplifier.
The radiators of army steel color have good finning. There is sufficient space near the socket for trouble-free installation of a cooling system. Holes in the board are suitable only for AM4 plates.
To operate the CPU two main voltage channels are needed – for the compute units and for the rest, ASUS engineers prefer the terminology of CPU and SOC Voltage. The PWM controller has been chosen well-known, previously found on the Intel high-end price range – it’s re-labeled ASP1405I. its work scheme is described by the formula 6+2 phases. The SOC Voltage organization implies the use of doublers, so the total number of channels is four. On the reverse side, ten IR3535 drivers are soldered. Looking at the empty places, it’s hard to imagine how the power scheme has been originally conceived, but in the final version, for each channel, the only high-performance Texas Instruments CSD87350Q5D assembly is used.
For power cells, the role of heat conductor has been provided to a gasket having sufficient area.
At the rear part, the port racks are placed at a good distance from each other which will certainly add convenience to the operation of the PC. There are two digital video outputs (for APU), eight third-generation USB ports, including one symmetric type C. S/PDIF along with five audio outputs is also not left behind. There is no separate place for installing a wireless network adapter.
The microcode update can be performed with the help of the proprietary Ez Flash mechanism directly from UEFI.
The idea of organizing the interface work is the same as with other boards of the company. There is a simplified mode of setting up the system – Ez Mode. Since XMP is the Intel’s prerogative, the same settings for memory modules are called D.O.C.P., which literally means the memory overclocking profile(s). SATA ports are simply numbered from the first to the eighth, it is not clear which of them work from the CPU.
In the expanded menu, the first section is for the selected UEFI items to be concentrated. Initially, there are profiles optimized for a number of benchmarks (there are no visible changes in the system settings after their application), and a menu for setting delays.
Ai Tweaker is the page for overclocking. There is nowhere to change the reference frequency. The multiplier (and divisor) for the CPU can be installed here, as well as the memory frequency selected and different voltages specified.
There are several LLC profiles for both the CPU and the Uncore. Also prepared are two traditional for ASUS TPU profiles – wizards for one-touch overclocking.
The mode for the periphery settings is called Advanced. It turned out that there is nowhere to change the P-state settings, that is, overclocking with a multiplier will lead to the operation of the CPU at a fixed frequency. One can only forcibly get rid of CPB (Core Performance Boost).
There are three temperature values, the fourth one can be obtained if an external sensor is used (it needs to be acquired separately).
Four independent algorithms control six cooling devices. The processor and pump sockets are coupled here. The scheme for setting up the work is identical to other products from ASUS in recent years: each socket can work according to the scheme of voltage reduction or PWM duty cycle.
The initial start-up of the PC with the initial settings is quite long, but with the parameters already saved, everything goes at the usual pace.
There are eight profiles for storing settings in the board memory. They are reset after the firmware is updated. The XMP Profile Viewer works correctly.
There is an Ez Tuning Wizard. It allows selecting a script for overclocking the system, but for some reason it can not help with RAID arrays. Probably, this mechanism is at the development stage.
Proprietary Software
The system is configured using the DIP5 wizard. It consists of the following components: TPU, Turbo App, EPU, Fan Xpert 4 and DIGI+VRM.
There is also a system cleaner, a service for updating drivers, a viewer of information about system components. There are some problems with reading the XMP contents.
Fan Xpert 4 allows selecting the desired mode of the fans, calibrating them: dynamic, depending on the temperature, or maintaining a constant speed.
The AURA backlighting system consists of four nodes with a pair of RGB LEDs in each. The fifth component here can be an external tape. For a disabled PC a separate light profile can be set.
The sound is adjusted using the Realtek branded configurator. Here one can manually determine the degree of headphones signal amplification, but because of the op-amp absence, such a mechanism does not add any special advantages. The profiles of the connected equipment are also available and they largely change the sound quality.
For network applications there is a proprietary utility TurboLAN (cFosSpeed), it manages the priorities distribution. One can rely on the work on the suggested proprietary profiles or make necessary adjustments oneself.
After reviewing the UEFI features it is already known that the base frequency fixed here is at the 99.8 MHz level. That is, the processor can be overclocked using a multiplier and divisor, and thanks to them a step of increment of the coefficient of x0.25 is achieved. For the RAM modules, the choice of basic frequency marks will become actual, the maximum is 3,200 MHz.
The issue of selecting RAM modules is one of the most acute for today when building a system based on AM4. Samsung B-die chips, the most high-frequency from the manufacturer’s range and operating in modes above 4 GHz on the Intel platform (Z270) can accelerate up to 3.6 GHz, but only on the most expensive devices where it is possible to increase BCLK.
The HyperX Predator set based on SK hynix MFR chips is one more of the device’s pleasant features. Its XMP profile with a frequency of 3,200 MHz allows passing POST and loading the operating system by simply activating D.O.C.P.
ASUS Prime X370-Pro in general leaves a good impression. It cannot be said that its overclocking is simple given the complete absence of auxiliary elements. However, it is still possible to overclock both the processor and the RAM.
The list of accessories for the product is virtually basic and of proprietary utilities – unusually brief. In the available options, the presence of an interactive Fan Xpert 4 module for operating fans is to be emphasized.
The use of high-quality, high-efficiency Texas Instruments assemblies affected the good efficiency of the voltage converter.
In general, Prime X370-Pro can be recommended for purchase, if not its frightening price tag set for such a simple board. Probably, this is how the complete absence of market competition for today in the average price range of AM4 motherboards affects the pricing. The choice, as usual, remains with the buyer.
Much more interesting is the south bridge, responsible for working with the periphery. Now such processors have basic capabilities for connecting, for example, drives, and they also have several USB outputs. In other words, most of the functions of motherboards have now lost their habitual form.
The so-called «chipset» is a hub; it greatly extends the capabilities of the computer. In fact, those fixes that many users expect are in the plane of UEFI interaction with the CPU (SOC) itself and are unlikely to rest on the structural component of the board.
AMD X370 is the senior hub having the maximum number of supported interfaces. A basic set of its features is provided below:- • Number of DIMMs per channel: 2
- • PCI Express version: 2.0
- • Maximum number of PCI Express channels: 10
- • Support of the processor port PCI Express: 3.0
- • Support of configurations for the processor port PCI Express: x16+x0, x8+x8
- • Maximum number of SATA ports 6 Gb/s: 6
- • Support of RAID configurations: 0, 1, 10
- • Total number of USB ports: 18
- • Maximum number of USB ports 3.1 Gen2: 2
- • Maximum number of USB ports 3.1 Gen1: 10
- • Integrated network adapter: –
The advantage of the solution from AMD is the support of USB 3.1 Gen2 (two ports). However, RAID arrays can be organized in only three types. There are only six SATA channels, two more devices will work from the CPU, in total it will be possible to use eight drives in the system. But in case of attracting devices with a PCI-E interface (most likely, they will be of the M.2 format), there is a revision of the resources allocation. Instead of eight, six or even four SATA outputs will remain active.
It is impossible to unequivocally state the number and work methods of ports on the boards, because this is largely affected by the type of CPU used.
Characteristics
Chipset: AMD X370
Processor socket: AMD AM4
Processors: AMD Series: Athlon X4, A6, A8, A10, A12, Ryzen 5, Ryzen 7
Memory: 4 DIMM DDR4 SDRAM 2133/2400/2666/2933 * / 3200 * (OC), a maximum of 64 GB
PCI-E slots: 2xPCI Express 3.0 x16 (x16 + x0, x8 + x8) – CPU
1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 (x8) – APU/Athlon
1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 (x4) – X370
3 x PCI Express 3.0 x1 – X370
M.2: 1xPCI Express 3.0 x4 (Key M, 2242/2260/2280/22110) – CPU
1xPCI Express 3.0 x2 (Key M, 2242/2260/2280/22110) – APU/Athlon
Built-in video core (in APU): Radeon Series: R7, R5
Video sockets: DisplayPort 1.2, HDMI 1.4b
Number of connected fans: 6x4pin
PS/2 ports: 1 (keyboard/mouse)
USB ports: 2x3.1 Gen2 (2 sockets on the rear panel, ASM1143)
1x3.1 Gen2 (no rear sockets, X370)
4x3.1 Gen1 (4 sockets on the rear panel, CPU/APU/Athlon)
4x3.1 Gen1 (2 sockets on the rear panel (A and C), X370)
4x2.0 (no rear sockets, X370)
Serial ATA: 8xSATA 6 Gb/s (X370)
RAID: 0, 1, 10 (SATA, X370)
Built-in sound: codec – S1220 (Realtek ALC1220)
S/PDIF: optical (output)
Networking: Intel I211-AT (Gigabit Ethernet)
COM: 1 (internal)
TPM: +
UEFI: AMI UEFI
Form factor: ATX
Dimensions, mm: 305x244
Additional features: support of AMD 3-Way CrossFireX and NVIDIA 2-Way SLI, Aura RGB Strip Header
Packing and Equipment
A box is of medium size, traditional for the Prime series, that is, the style is not much different from the motherboards for Intel processors.
The main accents made on the back side are as follows: AURA backlighting, a symmetrical socket for the USB 3.1 case wire, the senior codec Realtek ALC1220. There is also a table with characteristics and a small photo of the device.
The delivery package is the most common:
- • user guide that details and illustrates the UEFI items (in English);
- • QR code DIY Guide leading to the page of the official site containing a detailed instruction on assembling the PC;
- • disk with drivers and firmware;
- • 4 SATA 6Gb/s cables, two of which have a L-shaped connector at one end;
- • adapter for convenient connection of ASUS Q-Connector case sockets;
- • set of a screw and a rack for M.2 format devices;
- • case stub with embossed symbols and nest designation icons; the back part is covered with a noise-absorbing material;
- • double hard bridge for SLI organization.
Outlook
The dimensions of the product conform to the ATX format; there are nine points for fixing the board in the case. The design is quite simple; lovers of classic boards should be fully satisfied. The location of the LED strip pad is quite interesting – right in the middle (there’s no extension cable in the delivery kit), it will be useful for connecting the backlighting from AMD proprietary Wraith cooler.In addition to eight directed towards the RGB LEDs, elements of the VRM composition are seen on the back of the board. All radiators use reliable screw fastening.
The hub radiator has nothing special but for a decorative lining. Its area is large enough.All the eight SATA outputs have a longitudinal type of performance. There is neither color, nor any other kind of differentiation between them.
The only compact M.2 slot allows the installation of the largest (22110) devices. In addition to the unusually located pad for the LED tape, the chip with firmware also distinguished itself. Such a close arrangement to the socket has not yet been found.
For USB case cables, there are a pair of pads for 2.0 version, one is the traditional transverse 3.1 Gen1 and the other – symmetrical 3.1 Gen2.
Sixteen PCI-E processor lines can be divided evenly, and if there are eight of them (like an APU), only one socket works. The lower slot and the short PCI-E x1 of version 2.0 refer to the hub.
The network is based on a controller from Intel. The audio subsystem has only a codec; there is also a group of special capacitors. There is no operational amplifier.
The radiators of army steel color have good finning. There is sufficient space near the socket for trouble-free installation of a cooling system. Holes in the board are suitable only for AM4 plates.
To operate the CPU two main voltage channels are needed – for the compute units and for the rest, ASUS engineers prefer the terminology of CPU and SOC Voltage. The PWM controller has been chosen well-known, previously found on the Intel high-end price range – it’s re-labeled ASP1405I. its work scheme is described by the formula 6+2 phases. The SOC Voltage organization implies the use of doublers, so the total number of channels is four. On the reverse side, ten IR3535 drivers are soldered. Looking at the empty places, it’s hard to imagine how the power scheme has been originally conceived, but in the final version, for each channel, the only high-performance Texas Instruments CSD87350Q5D assembly is used.
For power cells, the role of heat conductor has been provided to a gasket having sufficient area.
At the rear part, the port racks are placed at a good distance from each other which will certainly add convenience to the operation of the PC. There are two digital video outputs (for APU), eight third-generation USB ports, including one symmetric type C. S/PDIF along with five audio outputs is also not left behind. There is no separate place for installing a wireless network adapter.
UEFI Features
The microcode update can be performed with the help of the proprietary Ez Flash mechanism directly from UEFI.
The idea of organizing the interface work is the same as with other boards of the company. There is a simplified mode of setting up the system – Ez Mode. Since XMP is the Intel’s prerogative, the same settings for memory modules are called D.O.C.P., which literally means the memory overclocking profile(s). SATA ports are simply numbered from the first to the eighth, it is not clear which of them work from the CPU.In the expanded menu, the first section is for the selected UEFI items to be concentrated. Initially, there are profiles optimized for a number of benchmarks (there are no visible changes in the system settings after their application), and a menu for setting delays.
Ai Tweaker is the page for overclocking. There is nowhere to change the reference frequency. The multiplier (and divisor) for the CPU can be installed here, as well as the memory frequency selected and different voltages specified.
There are several LLC profiles for both the CPU and the Uncore. Also prepared are two traditional for ASUS TPU profiles – wizards for one-touch overclocking.
The mode for the periphery settings is called Advanced. It turned out that there is nowhere to change the P-state settings, that is, overclocking with a multiplier will lead to the operation of the CPU at a fixed frequency. One can only forcibly get rid of CPB (Core Performance Boost).
There are three temperature values, the fourth one can be obtained if an external sensor is used (it needs to be acquired separately).
Four independent algorithms control six cooling devices. The processor and pump sockets are coupled here. The scheme for setting up the work is identical to other products from ASUS in recent years: each socket can work according to the scheme of voltage reduction or PWM duty cycle.
The initial start-up of the PC with the initial settings is quite long, but with the parameters already saved, everything goes at the usual pace.
There are eight profiles for storing settings in the board memory. They are reset after the firmware is updated. The XMP Profile Viewer works correctly.
There is an Ez Tuning Wizard. It allows selecting a script for overclocking the system, but for some reason it can not help with RAID arrays. Probably, this mechanism is at the development stage.
Proprietary Software
- • Proprietary: AI Suite 3 (Ai Charger, Dual Intelligent Processors 5, EZ Update, PC Cleaner, System Information), Lighting Control (AURA), Product Registration Program
- • Network: Turbo LAN, WebStorage.
The system is configured using the DIP5 wizard. It consists of the following components: TPU, Turbo App, EPU, Fan Xpert 4 and DIGI+VRM.
There is also a system cleaner, a service for updating drivers, a viewer of information about system components. There are some problems with reading the XMP contents.
Fan Xpert 4 allows selecting the desired mode of the fans, calibrating them: dynamic, depending on the temperature, or maintaining a constant speed.
The AURA backlighting system consists of four nodes with a pair of RGB LEDs in each. The fifth component here can be an external tape. For a disabled PC a separate light profile can be set.
The sound is adjusted using the Realtek branded configurator. Here one can manually determine the degree of headphones signal amplification, but because of the op-amp absence, such a mechanism does not add any special advantages. The profiles of the connected equipment are also available and they largely change the sound quality.
For network applications there is a proprietary utility TurboLAN (cFosSpeed), it manages the priorities distribution. One can rely on the work on the suggested proprietary profiles or make necessary adjustments oneself.
Overclocking Potential
After reviewing the UEFI features it is already known that the base frequency fixed here is at the 99.8 MHz level. That is, the processor can be overclocked using a multiplier and divisor, and thanks to them a step of increment of the coefficient of x0.25 is achieved. For the RAM modules, the choice of basic frequency marks will become actual, the maximum is 3,200 MHz.
The issue of selecting RAM modules is one of the most acute for today when building a system based on AM4. Samsung B-die chips, the most high-frequency from the manufacturer’s range and operating in modes above 4 GHz on the Intel platform (Z270) can accelerate up to 3.6 GHz, but only on the most expensive devices where it is possible to increase BCLK.
The HyperX Predator set based on SK hynix MFR chips is one more of the device’s pleasant features. Its XMP profile with a frequency of 3,200 MHz allows passing POST and loading the operating system by simply activating D.O.C.P.
Conclusion
ASUS Prime X370-Pro in general leaves a good impression. It cannot be said that its overclocking is simple given the complete absence of auxiliary elements. However, it is still possible to overclock both the processor and the RAM.
The list of accessories for the product is virtually basic and of proprietary utilities – unusually brief. In the available options, the presence of an interactive Fan Xpert 4 module for operating fans is to be emphasized.
The use of high-quality, high-efficiency Texas Instruments assemblies affected the good efficiency of the voltage converter.
In general, Prime X370-Pro can be recommended for purchase, if not its frightening price tag set for such a simple board. Probably, this is how the complete absence of market competition for today in the average price range of AM4 motherboards affects the pricing. The choice, as usual, remains with the buyer.
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