TweakGearPro
ComparisonMotherboardUpdated Wed Jan 14 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero vs Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master: Which Should You Actually Buy?

Head-to-head: ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero vs Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master. Side-by-side specs, real-world performance, price-to-performance and a c...

ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero vs Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master: Which Should You Actually Buy?

A head-to-head comparison of the ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero and the Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master. X670E for AM5. Last updated 2026-01-14.

ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero vs Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master: the short version

Two strong options in the same motherboard class, aimed at different buyers. Below is a clean side-by-side, the real performance gap, and a no-nonsense recommendation so you stop second-guessing and buy the one that fits your build and budget.

Side-by-side specs

| Spec | ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero | Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master | | --- | --- | --- | | Vendor | ASUS | Gigabyte | | Tier | flagship | flagship | | Released | 2022 | 2024 | | Chipset | X670E | Z890 | | Socket | AM5 | LGA1851 |

Head-to-head: who wins what

  • Performance: ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero and Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master trade blows by workload. ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero has the edge where its stronger X670E matters; Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master wins the rest.
  • Efficiency: See the spec table for board power and plan your PSU accordingly.
  • Value: Same-class rivals shift price constantly — check current street pricing and let the cheaper one at your target resolution decide value.
  • Our pick: Buy ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero if you want the outright ceiling and can cool/power it. Buy Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master if you want lower power, lower cost, or a feature the other lacks. (Plan for ~0 W board power plus the rest of the system.)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero worth it over the Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master?▾
If you need the extra X670E and can power/cool it, yes. If you are at 1080p/2K or on a budget, the Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master is the smarter buy — the gap narrows fast once you are not the bottleneck.
Which is better for gaming, ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero or Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master?▾
For maximum frame rate, ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero. For the best balance of cost and smooth play, Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master. Match the pick to your monitor resolution and your CPU.
Do I need to upgrade my PSU for either?▾
Plan around the higher board power of the two (0 W) plus the rest of the system. Use the power calculator before committing.
Which has better driver / firmware support?▾
Both ASUS and Gigabyte ship regular updates. Run the latest stable branch and avoid the known-bad versions noted for each model.
Is now a good time to buy, or should I wait?▾
Prices in this class move with new launches. If you have a clear need, buy; if your current hardware still works, waiting a generation often improves value.
Will it work with my current build?▾
Check case clearance, PSU wattage, the AM5 slot/header, and CPU bottleneck before buying. The matching calculator confirms headroom.

Related

More Motherboard tweaksAll tweak guidesFix hubDriver bug archiveCalculators