Innovative design, cutting-edge functionality, state-of-the-art aesthetics, sophisticated thermal
design, next
generation network connectivity ,Hi-Fi level audio system. X299X AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE is the new
definition of a
flagship motherboard.
X299X AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE uses world's first CPU/VRM/SSD/PCH monoblock to ensure stability and low temperature under
full loading application and gaming.
Extreme Thermal Design
AORUS All-In-One Monoblock
Noise Detection
16X Hybrid Fan Header
World's first All-In-One Monoblock covers both CPU, VRM, SSD and PCH area
High density copper fins for extreme heat dissipation
Leak detection circuit around whole monoblock
High compatible universal G1/4 threads
Automatically emergency shut down with leak detection
Addressable LED light effect
Adopt high thermal conductivity thermal pad
Solid back-plate to prevent motherboard distortion
Specifications
Material
Copper / Acrylic
Fin Total surface area (mm2)
25029
Fin Gap (mm)
0.4
Sealing
SR50A
Threads (inch)
2 x G1/4
Max Pressure (mpa)
0.2
Thermal Grease (W/mK)
TC-5026 (2.89W/mK)
Thermal Pad (W/mK)
5 (MOS, Choke, PCH, M.2)
Digital LED Pin Header
Yes, 4 pin
Digital RGB LED
53 (CPU 27; PCH 26)
RGB Fusion 2.0
YES
Leak Detection
YES
Covered Area
MOS, Choke, PCH, M.2
Weight
3.1KG
Waterflow Simulation
Leak Detection Area
Noise Detection
With the new Noise Detection function, you can monitor noise level of all devices including
fans,
CPU coolers, graphics
card, etc. in real time, and you can determine how fast your fan speed needs to be. Our
bundled
Noise Detection cable
doesn’t include any sound recording function, it simply detects sound pressure while
protecting your
privacy.
Smart Fan 5
With Smart Fan 5 users can ensure that their gaming PC can maintain its
performance while staying
cool. Smart Fan 5 allows users to interchange their fan headers to
reflect different thermal
sensors at different locations on the motherboard. Not only that, with
Smart Fan 5 more hybrid
fan headers that support both PWM and Voltage mode fans have been
introduced to make the motherboard
more liquid cooling friendly.
Fan Headers
External
Fan / Water Pump Connectors
Noise
Detection Cable
Internal
Temperature Sensors
External
Temperature Sensors
Temperature Sensors
Hybrid Fan Headers
Temperature Sensor Cable x 2
Noise Detect Cable x 1
■ 8 Fan / Water Pump Connectors
■ 8 Temperature Sensors
■ 2 External Temperature Sensors
■ 1 Noise Detection Cable
■ All Hybrid Fan Headers
■ Support GPU temperature as source
■ Interoperable Fans and Sensors
■ Supports High Current Fans up to 24W(2A x 12V) with Over-Current Protection
■ Intuitive UI for Fan Control
Bundled RGB FAN
COMMANDER provide additional 8 hybrid fan headers
* Different models have a different number of fan pin headers and
temperature sensors. Smart Fan 5 function may vary by model.
Achieve fan silence. With Fan Stop, map any fan to
stop completely when temperatures
drop below a specified threshold. Which fan stops, based on readings
from which sensor, and at
what temperature—all of it can be customized to your liking.
Intelligent Fan Control Design
Hybrid Fan Pin Headers
Assume complete control over your liquid cooling setup! Smart Fan 5 receives
up-to-the-second information
on flow-rate and water-temperature through the Hybrid Fan Pin Headers or
external thermistor sensors—giving
you absolute mastery over your PC.
• All Hybrid Fan Headers can automatically detect the type of cooling
device whether it be fan
or pump with different PWM or Voltage mode.
New Smart Fan 5 Software
Choose from different modes, Quiet to Full Speed, to match your system usage
preferences.
For each fan or pump, you can use the intuitive fan curve to define trigger
thresholds and corresponding
fan speeds.
Extreme Power Design
To unleash the full potential of the new Intel 18-core CPU, the motherboard requires the
best CPU power design. With the
best quality components and GIGABYTE R&D design capability, X299X AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE is a true
beast among
motherboards.
Extreme Power Design
16 Phases Digital Power Design
2X Copper PCB
16 Phases Digital Power Design
70A IR Power Stage for each vCore Phase
High current capacity MOSFET
Lower temperature
Server level reliability
X299X AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE motherboard uses an all IR digital CPU power
design which includes a digital PWM
Controller with Power Stage MOSFET and is capable of providing 70A of power from
each phase, for a total of incredible
1120A. This 100% digital controller and additional 8+8 Solid-pin CPU Power
Connectors offer incredible precision in
delivering power to the motherboard's most power-hungry and energy-sensitive
components, allowing enthusiasts to get the
absolute maximum performance from the new 18-core Intel® Core™ X
processors.
True 16 Phase Power Design
GIGABYTE's exclusive 2X Copper PCBs design provides sufficient power trace paths between
components to handle greater than
normal power loads and to remove heat from the critical CPU power delivery area. This is
essential to ensure the motherboard is able to handle the increased power loading that
is
necessary when overclocking.
Unparalleled Performance
Hungry for better performance? X299X AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE supports high frequency
memory, full SSD thermal guard, and
exclusive AORUS Gen4 AIC Adaptor to make sure you get the maximum full system performance.
Unparalleled Performance
AORUS Gen4 AIC Adaptor
3-Way Wide Configuration
XMP 4333+
2X M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4
AORUS Gen4 AIC Adaptor
4 x PCIe 4.0/3.0 M.2 Slots
Full PCI Express 4.0 ready Design
Advanced Thermal Solution for PCIe 4.0 SSD
Easy Software RAID with Single Click to Get Amazing Performance
Custom AORUS Storage Manager
Full PCIe 4.0 Design
Advanced Thermal Solution
AORUS Gen4 AIC Adaptor equips very advanced thermal solution, including
5.5mm pure copper heatsink, 5cm double ball
bearing fan, M.2 SSD baseplate and multiple thermal pads to cool down both sides of 4
M.2 high performance SSD with
active cooling.
Users can choose 3 different fan profile based on hardware configuration to reach
perfect balance of high storage
performance and low noise.
Advanced Thermal Solution
AORUS Gen4 AIC Adaptor equips very advanced thermal solution, including
5.5mm pure
copper heatsink, 5cm double ball
bearing fan, M.2 SSD baseplate and multiple thermal pads to cool down both sides of 4
M.2 high
performance SSD with
active cooling.
Users can choose 3 different fan profile based on hardware configuration to reach
perfect balance of
high storage
performance and low noise.
AORUS Storage Manager
AORUS Storage Manager, a dedicated software for AORUS Gen4 AIC Adaptor,
allows users to enable RAID 0 on multiple M.2
SSD in a single click, also monitor overall temperature on SSD and PCB to change
different fan profile based on users’
hardware configuration.
Configuration showing how many adaptors and SSDs are installed.
Status showing each SSD temperature and control fan speed.
3-Way Wide Configuration
X299X AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE equip full 3x PCIe x16 slot with specialized location support two 3X Slot wide graphics
cards and still have enough space for another PCIe x16 AIC SSD.
Support for DDR4 XMP Up to 4333MHz and Beyond*
AORUS is offering a tested and proven platform that ensures proper
compatibility with profiles up to 4333MHz and beyond. All users need to do to attain this performance boost is
to ensure that their memory module is XMP capable and that the XMP function is activated and
enabled on their AORUS
motherboard.
Broad DDR4 Compatibility with Support List of 1000+ DDR4
Validated！
AORUS partners very closely with memory vendors from around the world to
ensure that modules offered
by popular memory brands are compatible with AORUS Motherboards. AORUS has
verified over 1000+ different
modules to ensure performance in a AORUS built system.
Watercooled Dual PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2
AORUS Gaming Motherboards are focused on delivering M.2 technology to enthusiasts who want to maximize their system's
potential. These dual M.2 slots location are carefully arranged to ensure M.2 SSD are watercooled and never encounter
any throttling issue.
Next Generation Connectivity
A Flagship product needs to be future-proof so your system stays up-to-date with the
latest technology. X299X AORUS
XTREME WATERFORCE provides all next generation network, storage, and WIFI connectivity to keep you up to
speed.
Next Generation Connectivity
Thunderbolt
10GbE Base-T LAN
WIFI 6 802.11ax
AORUS Antenna
USB TurboCharger
Next Generation 40 Gb/s Thunderbolt™ 3
Dual Thunderbolt™ 3 – The fastest 40Gb/s single-wire connection
Powered by Intel's own Thunderbolt controller the new Thunderbolt™ 3 protocol, which is
available
over two USB Type-C™ connectors on the back I/O of the GIGABYTE X299X AORUS XTREME
WATERFORCE,
brings an unprecedented
single-wire bandwidth of up to 40 Gb/s -- twice more than the previous generation of
Thunderbolt!
This incredible increase in bandwidth is also accompanied with support for different
protocols
such
as DisplayPort 1.2 and USB 3.1, which is backwards compatible with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0,
opening
up
a world of new possibilities.
AQUANTIA® 10GbE BASE-T Networking
Next Generation Multi-Gig Gaming
The AQUANTIA
® AQC107 is a high-performance, backward compatible with 10GBASE-T/ 5GBASE-T/
2.5GBASE-T/
1000BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX Ethernet Controller which is able to provide up to 10 GbE network
connectivity,
with 10 times faster transfer speeds compared to general 1GbE networking and is perfectly
designed
for
media centers, workstations and gamers.
Multi-Gigabit Support
• Ultimate online gaming experience with faster connection speed
• Backward compatible with 5/2.5/1Gbps network
• No re-wiring needed
New Introduce Intel® WiFi 6 802.11ax + BT 5 Module
Intel Wireless solution supports 802.11ax, enables gigabit wireless performance, provides
smooth video streaming, better
gaming experience, few dropped connections and speeds up to 2.4Gbps*. Moreover, Bluetooth 5
provides 4X range over BT
4.2 and with faster transmission.
Benefit of WiFi 6:
5.5X throughput than 802.11ac 1x1*
4X better network capacity, no traffic jams especially in those dense area with lots
of devices
Network efficiency increase for better user experience
2400
1734
867
433
Transmission speed (Mbps)
* Based on WIFI theoretical bandwidth
All new antenna supported 802.11ac 2.4GHz & 5GHz, 4dBi signal gain
2x signal strength compared to traditional antenna design
Two antenna with smart antenna function for the best WIFI signal transmitting
Multiple angle tilt and magnetic base for the best signal strength direction and
location
USB TurboCharger
GIGABYTE patent pending USB TurboCharger technology allows users to recharge their
mobile devices with stunning speed, up
to 50% in less than 30 minutes*. By connecting Front USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A cable of
chassis to our motherboard,
USB TurboCharger can recharge both Android devices with QC 3.0 and Apple devices with
Apple Fast-Charge
function.
*Charge time varies with devices' hardware design, battery size, front
USB 3.2 Gen1 cable quality of chassis and environmental factors, actual results will
vary.
Definitive Aesthetics
GIGABYTE ID team designs X299X AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE from the drawing board. After
countless hours of conceptualizing
ideas, fine tuning details and engaging in discussion, GIGABYTE has produced a board that is equal parts
beast and
beauty.
Definitive Aesthetics
RGB FUSION 2.0
AORUS RGB FAN COMMANDER
Multi-Zone Light Show Design
Now offering more LED customizations than ever, users can truly adapt their
PC to represent
their lifestyle. With full RGB
support and a redesigned RGB Fusion 2.0 application, the user has complete
control over the
LEDs which surround
the motherboard.
Note: Lighting effects depicted are for demonstration purposes only. Actual lighting effects may vary by model.
With an integrated intuitive user interface, the RGB Fusion 2.0 provides
you a better
solution for customizing the lighting effects across all supported
devices. From
motherboards, graphics cards to the peripheral products, you can
personalize your gaming
rig with your own style and show off your build by sharing the profiles.
In addition,
the new gaming mode makes the lighting effects interactive with selected
games to bring
you the most immersive gaming experience.
Sync with one click
Individual control as you wish
Exclusive bundled accessory for professional casemodders
8 Hybrid Fan Headers
8 RGB LED Headers
8 Addressable LED Headers
2 external temperature sensors
2 USB 2.0 header for additional USB RGB devices
All Hybrid Fan Headers and RGB/Addressable LED Headers have
independently
controlled speed and lighting patterns
Easy to install inside the chassis with its compact size and magnetic
base
Hi-Fi Audio System
Where my audiophile level headphone should plug into? Rear audio jacks or front audio? For the first time you don't need
to choice anymore. X299X AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE offer two ESS DAC both on rear and front audio to give you pure and
complete audio experience.
1. True Hi-Fidelity Music (Digital Audio)
Provides surround sound audio and enables DSD music playback.
2. ESS SABRE reference DAC 9218 (Digital / Analog Convert)
Support QUAD DAC™ to deliver superb 124dB DNR and 112dB THD+N.
True 2vrms outputs are capable of driving professional high impedance headphones and
deliver professional line-level
outputs.
Analog Volume Control delivers 130dB SNR at low listening levels by reducing noise as
the audio signal decreases.
High-Res music Supports up to 32bit 192KHz PCM.
3. Gold Plated Audio Jacks (Crystal Sound Output)
High resistance to corrosion and oxidation.
4. Precise TXC Oscillator
Provides precise time triggers to Digital-Analog Converters.
5. Audiophile Grade Capacitors
Famous WIMA capacitors are used as feedback signal processing to deliver crystal and balanced sound.
Realtek ALC1220-VB
ESS 9218
Gold Plated Audio Jacks
TXC Oscillator
WIMA
DTS :X® Ultra
Recreates an authentic, spatially accurate 3D audio experience for
gaming
over any headphones or speakers. Supports
channel-based, scene based and object-based audio. Provides out-of-the-box
calibration
for a range of headphones and
speakers. Provides post-processing enhancements and device level tuning for DTS®
codecs.
DTS Sound Unbound* leverage Microsoft Spatial, enabling the the most believable, 3D
audio experience for games.
Immersion through DTS Headphone:X means in the sonic landscape, stationary and
moving
sounds can be heard from above,
below or around the listener. Sounds pass around the listener with amazing
externalization and accurate localization.
*DTS Sound Unbound needs the latest Windows fixes in the Windows 10, please upgrade
your Windows 10 OS to Win10 Build 18898 or later versions.
DTS:X Ultra Technology Video
DTS:X Ultra Experience Video
Ultra Durable
GIGABYTE is reputable for its durability and high quality manufacturing process.
Needless
to say, we use the best
components we can find on the X299X AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE and reinforce every slot to make each of
them solid and
durable.
Ultra Durable
Durable Armor Design
3X PCIE Armor
8X Memory Armor
Solid Pin
Q-Flash Plus
Base plate + I/O Shield Armor
Durable design and easy installation
With an integrated base plate, GIGABYTE Motherboards give users a strong
foundation to
build
their Gaming PCs.
With an integrated I/O shield, building a GIGABYTE Ultra Durable PC is
even
easier.
Ultra Durable™ PCIe Armor
Industry Leading Ultra Durable™ PCIe Armor
The innovative one piece stainless steel shielding design from
GIGABYTE
reinforces
the PCIe connectors to provide the extra
strength required to support heavy graphics cards.
Ultra Durable™ Memory Armor
AORUS' exclusive one piece stainless steel shielding design prevents against PCB
distortion/twisting
and plate bending, in addition to preventing any possible ESD interference
Solid Pin Power Connectors
X299 AORUS motherboards feature solid plated ATX 24pin & ATX 12V 8pin + 8pin power
connectors to offer a stable power supply
during CPU overloading.
Solid Pin Power connector
advantages
Larger contact area for electricity
More metal quantity to sustain higher power and generated heat
Ultra durable and longer lifespan
CPU-Free USB BIOS Updates
AORUS Q-Flash Plus allows users to update to the latest BIOS using a thumb
drive
without the
CPU or Memory needing to be installed.
Updating your BIOS on your AORUS motherboard can be done in a flash – even
without
memory or CPU
onboard. Utilizing the EC Controller, the BIOS on your AORUS Motherboard can now
be
updated
through Q-Flash Plus even if your system is unable to boot. A LED next to the EC
controller will
notify you once the procedure is complete and you are ready to boot your system
normally.
GIGABYTE BIOS & APP CENTER
Good software goes hand in hand with perfect hardware. X299X AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE
bundled several useful and
intuitive software to help users to control every aspect of motherboard.
GIGABYTE BIOS & APP CENTER
BIOS
APP CENTER
Easy Tune
System Information Viewer
BIOS
New User Interface
All new EASY MODE shows important hardware information in one page including CPU
clock, Memory, Storage, Fan.
My Favorites
Add constantly used items into the favorite menu for quick access.
Storage Information
Show all kinds of storage information including SATA, PCIE and M.2 interface.
Changelog
List all changes before saving and exiting bios. Quickly review overall settings
modification.
Optimized Memory Installation Reminder
Displays correct installation reminder message when user installs two memory
modules but runs single channel mode.
Intuitive Load Line Curve
Clearly show each loadline calibration setting in an intuitive curve graph.
APP CENTER
GIGABYTE APP CENTER is a useful portal of all GIGABYTE MB utilities and drivers, you
can choose any utility you want to install from APP CENTER and keep updated with the
latest utilities and drivers version.
EasyTune™
GIGABYTE's EasyTune™ is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users to
fine-tune their system settings or adjust
system and memory clocks and voltages in a Windows environment. With Smart Quick
Boost, one click
is all it takes to automatically overclock your system, giving an added performance
boost when
you need it the most.
System Information Viewer
GIGABYTE System Information Viewer is a central location that gives you access to
your current system status. Monitor components
such as the clocks and processor, set your preferred fan speed profile, create
alerts when temperatures
get too high or record your system's behavior; these are the possibilities of the
System Information
Viewer.
Fan Headers
External
Fan / Water Pump Connectors
Noise
Detection Cable
Internal
Temperature Sensors
External
Temperature Sensors
AORUS Q-Flash Plus allows users to update to the latest BIOS using a thumb
drive
without the
CPU or Memory needing to be installed.
