It's not that hard, if you really like this board and have patience just buy one piece at a time instead of buying the cheapest instant gratification build. That's how us with a job that makes $13 an hour do it.
Yeah the price is a little eye-popping to most people (me included), but this isn't for your average consumer. It's not the "watch youtube and netflix all day" build, the "multitask with an office suite and web browsing" build, or even the "just bought a 1080 and 6700k" build. Like @Random Ryan said, it's aimed at people who have the budget and desire to buy the best of the best and play with all the extra features and functionality. Could most people justify buying this? Nah. My motherboard was $55 and I couldn't be happier.
Overpriced mobo's are not worth it as the X99-A will overclock just as well. At that price point you're just paying for the bells and whistles. Even JJ from ASUS says so.
I already have the original X99 Deluxe but I wanted to see what had changed going to the Deluxe II. Thank you for the very in depth feature coverage! Fantastic video.
I like how you explained all the features of not only the board but the uefi bios. So you get a better idea of how the whole system will work if a consumer purchases this board. Thanks for the excellent review.
I learned to build my 1st computer several years ago by watching your NewEgg videos and I have followed you ever since. Thanks for all you do! Love the intro btw lol.
you know i have been waiting in a dark corner of my room waiting for this review ever since the X99 video no i can peacefully hit the trigger thank you paul you liberated me
FYI to Paul and all reviewers who question the DVD in the box. I know this video is old, but for future reference. Not everyone has internet available all the time. When you need to connect to the internet to get a driver but the computer can't connect to the internet because it needs a driver, (and you have an optical drive) the DVD's become life savers (well, time savers). They are also insanely cheaper to produce than the smallest thumb drive, hence in 2019 you'll still find a DVD in your retail box.
Paul, great videos... Definitely helps with clarifying the differences between all these boards since there's so much duplication amongst their lines. Might be worth doing an X99 vs Z170 video.
Very thorough review Paul. Regarding the issue with the RGB LEDs... Cablemod includes an "ASUS Compatibility Adapter" in the package which corrects the order of the R, G, B, and 12 volt leads to match the order used by the ASUS headers. I just finished a Asus Hero VIII Alpha build with Cablemod RGB LED strips and everything worked great. Of course, if they didn't send you the retail packaging that could explain why you don't have them. Cheers.
I have this board and it's amazing. It's crazy expensive though, I cashed out credit card points and got it on sale and it was still almost $200. It was actually the most expensive single component of my PC.
1 problem I have for this board is that there is only 1 usb 2.0 that may be fine for just the case, but if you have something for the NZXT hue or other devices it may become a problem for you
No one is going over "Key Express". There are some glitches using designated USB 3.0 or USB 3.1 slots actually freezes up the system when attempting to utilize the A1 Suite software keyboard functions.
Paul, seems the X99 Deluxe II is far more fully featured; given budget is not an issue, would you go with this or the Strix X99? Using a 6850K cpu, and a 1080 SLI setup. Thanks!
Hey Paul. At one minute in, it looks like you have what I think is called a double EPS connection at the top of that mobo. Two questions. 1. What is the difference between EATX which is on my Asus X99 board and EPS? And in Jayz latest "wetbench" video, he says he almost borked everything by plugging in the wrong cable up there on top. You have a double connection there also. 2. How did you know not to do what Jay did? Thanks Richard
I know you showed some of it here, and i think you have a video that i need to look up about OC.. but i would like to see a tutorial on how to oc with the z170.. i am getting the premium ver of this.
it's usually a minor choice, I get the fastest memory that fits the spec/capacity and isn't too much more expensive than the next step down, if that makes sense :-P
Honestly - I went from 16gb 1600mhz to 16gb 2166mhz (?) and I don't feel it anywhere.. at all .. really.. I actually thought of returning it for that reason, but then I found new home for the older set, and ended up keeping it. as much as for VR I'm not sure, but I believe it shouldn't matter, it's more about your graphics card I'd guess
Have you tested the thunderbolt ex3 card yet? Ive been reading a couple reviews where it hasn't been working properly. Out of all of these add on features, this is probably the most important to me. Thanks in advance.
The problem I have with proprietary software like Aura especially from ASUS is, you'll get no updates for later operating systems, for instance a possible Windows 11. And the outcome will be, that you can't use the motherboards features anymore, if ever a new Windows gets released.
I've had 2 of these boards fail....both were ok out of the box but eventually got stuck on code 79 with no post... both worked for weeks prior... wonder if anyone else has seen this
Hi Paul, what's the smallest, most compact ATX case you can recommend? Right now I'm running a Corsair Air 540, and am partial towards the CoolerMaster MasterCase Pro 5 - but none of these are exactly 'small' or small-ish. Thoughts? I can't go to Mini-ITX as I have full-sized X99 ATX mainboards .
hey paul, im sure the NIC's support teaming, but does the AC WiFi and the 2 NIC's all together support teaming? The only time I have seen this implemented is on a few MSI boards
Awesome looking board! Looks to be a great option for x99 platform. I really wish manufactures would start shipping boards and graphic cards with a usb that has the drivers installed. It's 2016 not 1996... But I digress(lol jay), I'm going to download the drivers anyway.
I almost buy this mobo today, but when I read the reviews on the Newegg, it discourageme from buying it. I don't wanna take chance wasting $400. I don't know how many years is the warranty and how Asus support.
You are saving my life with this video. My girl says I told her to get rid of all my manuals and boxes for my setup. I don't remember doing that. Anyways. I am trying to figure out what size NVLINK order for this motherboard. I am going to be using the 2080 ti. Can you help?
Paul I have a maximus VIII formula. It has a port on the motherboard for that fan extention, but I can't get the card anywhere. Do you have any idea where to get it?
Paul, could you test if the aura stuff still resets mode's after you turn off the psu? My current maximus VIII Hero and it keeps resetting to default breathing.... Great vid!
Would you recommend the Asus X99-Deluxe II over the Gigabyte GA-X99-Designare EX? Ive been using Gigabyte boards for the past 10 years, and was considering to get the Designare till i saw the Asus Delux II review...
I have seen a lot of negative reviews on this board and it worries me, The x99 aii is the board I want on paper, but It seems to have issues. I noticed most of the reviews are a few months old and was wondering if you think it's something they've resolved.
Hi Paul. I wonder can I setup a raid 10 over four or six 4Tb WD Red hard drives on this motherboard. I cannot find any information on this raid setup anywhere. I will be fitting the i7 6850K I follow your reviews and reilly like your live build's. Here's a thought for a tech tip. A lesson for your followers on setting up a raid array on a ASUS X99 board!! Cheers. Mike
+Paul's Hardware Did JJ say or not if they were going to redo the x99 WS?? I want the plx chip so i can run all the U.2 and 3 way sli plus more at once....
Hey guys ! So, weird question... I've got an old machine with an X99-Deluxe and an i7-5820K and I'm looking to buy a better processor for that machine. I can easily find 5830K and 5960X on eBay but I was wondering if this MoBo would support a 6850K. Same socket, same chipset, but the fact that there's an X99-Deluxe *II* makes me wonder if the first one is somehow restricted to 5th gen chips. I can't find the information anywhere, not even on Asus's website.
can you adopt me ???? 2 titan xpascals holy crap. 2400 dollars. I'd think about getting a single, but with volta coming out next year, im gonna wait to upgrade my vid card.
+Paul's Hardware Whats left for the WS board lol. Its gonna have to have 4 U.2 ports, two pcie cards and two m.2 slots, with a 4x4 wireless. This mobo kicks ass. better option than the ROG if you ask me. And this is coming from a guy that has a Crosshair 5 formula and a x79 rampage IV. Love my ROG mobo's but dat Deluxe life!
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I like when you actually make the ads informative AND enterraining keep up the great work
thanks Beck! this is the last run of this one, it was fun :-D
no!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! but kyle is full of shit!
Don't know why I watch this when I know I'll never be able to afford a build that uses this
story of my life bro lol, I'm sure there are others here too with this problem xD
most of us have that problem
It's not that hard, if you really like this board and have patience just buy one piece at a time instead of buying the cheapest instant gratification build. That's how us with a job that makes $13 an hour do it.
Christopher Harris I have about £1000 saved right now but that would all be gone an the cpu alone for a build with this mobo
Lol I can go about $1700 ... That should build me something epic at least for gaming/ and video editing
Damn Paul the confidence at the end 15:22 XD Buying shirt now... JEEZ
*motherboard that costs over 400 dollars*
Asus- "just call it enthusiast grade and people will buy it."
+Random Ryan anything hugely overpriced can be considered "enthusiast".
+Random Ryan lol. I'm not gonna argue about this.
Yeah the price is a little eye-popping to most people (me included), but this isn't for your average consumer. It's not the "watch youtube and netflix all day" build, the "multitask with an office suite and web browsing" build, or even the "just bought a 1080 and 6700k" build. Like @Random Ryan said, it's aimed at people who have the budget and desire to buy the best of the best and play with all the extra features and functionality. Could most people justify buying this? Nah. My motherboard was $55 and I couldn't be happier.
Overpriced mobo's are not worth it as the X99-A will overclock just as well. At that price point you're just paying for the bells and whistles. Even JJ from ASUS says so.
yes, and need better quality that storm wont strike easily .
Love the longer videos, Paul!
You've been doing PC stuff for a long time, so I always look forward to your more information-dense videos.
seems like a great board. I installed one in a customer's build the other day. it was a pleasure
I already have the original X99 Deluxe but I wanted to see what had changed going to the Deluxe II. Thank you for the very in depth feature coverage! Fantastic video.
I like how you explained all the features of not only the board but the uefi bios. So you get a better idea of how the whole system will work if a consumer purchases this board. Thanks for the excellent review.
I learned to build my 1st computer several years ago by watching your NewEgg videos and I have followed you ever since. Thanks for all you do! Love the intro btw lol.
I love this intro advert, good work Paul!
I have been waiting for this review from you! Thanks!!!
Wow, no joke involving the ol "flash and dash." You truly are mature Paul.
you know i have been waiting in a dark corner of my room waiting for this review ever since the X99 video
no i can peacefully hit the trigger
thank you paul you liberated me
Great review man, keep up the exemplary work!
Good vid Paul, I like watching your mobo ones
Jay, Kyle, and Paul do the best ads lol... Maybe it's because of Fractal Josh XD
FYI to Paul and all reviewers who question the DVD in the box. I know this video is old, but for future reference. Not everyone has internet available all the time. When you need to connect to the internet to get a driver but the computer can't connect to the internet because it needs a driver, (and you have an optical drive) the DVD's become life savers (well, time savers). They are also insanely cheaper to produce than the smallest thumb drive, hence in 2019 you'll still find a DVD in your retail box.
OH MY GOD THE LED SEGMENT GOES ON FOREVER.
Loved the vid Paul this mobo is really nice. I want more PCIE, much more PCIE :)
Really liked this! Had a good vibe to the whole thing!
00:29 Dog's like "See what kind of shit I have to put it with?"
Paul, great videos... Definitely helps with clarifying the differences between all these boards since there's so much duplication amongst their lines.
Might be worth doing an X99 vs Z170 video.
Very thorough review Paul. Regarding the issue with the RGB LEDs... Cablemod includes an "ASUS Compatibility Adapter" in the package which corrects the order of the R, G, B, and 12 volt leads to match the order used by the ASUS headers. I just finished a Asus Hero VIII Alpha build with Cablemod RGB LED strips and everything worked great. Of course, if they didn't send you the retail packaging that could explain why you don't have them. Cheers.
I have this board and it's amazing. It's crazy expensive though, I cashed out credit card points and got it on sale and it was still almost $200. It was actually the most expensive single component of my PC.
These Fractal ads are the only ones I consistently watch without being annoyed.
Keep up the Good Work Paul Your'e a UA-cam Legend.
Great review! Thanks a lot.
Even with some minor problems , I think this will be my Next board . THANKS PAUL sorry bout caps lock
How long did writing the script take? Lots of info, good video!
I love how MSI started the RGB on motherboards thing... Oh yeah, also the steel reinforced PCI-E lanes
The layout and features on this board look awesome. If only I can afford this platform.
Good stuff Paul - are you gonna do one on their flagship Rampage Edition 10 board?
This sounds like a "Wendell Review" and I love it, nice work!
1 problem I have for this board is that there is only 1 usb 2.0 that may be fine for just the case, but if you have something for the NZXT hue or other devices it may become a problem for you
No one is going over "Key Express". There are some glitches using designated USB 3.0 or USB 3.1 slots actually freezes up the system when attempting to utilize the A1 Suite software keyboard functions.
Paul, seems the X99 Deluxe II is far more fully featured; given budget is not an issue, would you go with this or the Strix X99? Using a 6850K cpu, and a 1080 SLI setup. Thanks!
Wow you can talk tech quickly. I wonder how many audio cuts were in the list of back panel connectors.
You said the 2nd pcie slot was x4 but it has pins for x8 and only 2 slots are a full x16.
I think that is the first time I have ever seen a knife used as a pointer in a computer vid. :)
Hey Paul. At one minute in, it looks like you have what I think is called a double EPS connection at the top of that mobo. Two questions. 1. What is the difference between EATX which is on my Asus X99 board and EPS? And in Jayz latest "wetbench" video, he says he almost borked everything by plugging in the wrong cable up there on top. You have a double connection there also. 2. How did you know not to do what Jay did? Thanks Richard
I know you showed some of it here, and i think you have a video that i need to look up about OC.. but i would like to see a tutorial on how to oc with the z170.. i am getting the premium ver of this.
You're welcome, Paul! PAUL, YOU'RE WELCOME!!! YOU'RE WELCOME, PAUL!!! PAAAAAUUUUULLL...
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Paul.
Paul! You should do a video on how to raid this board with 2 M.2 for boot. A lot of people will be watching!
I love how the dog is saying to himself, "WTF is going?"
For some reason watching you gesture at the SATA slots with a knife makes me nervous
Can you do a build in the azza mini itx case?
Paul, how you decide what speed and latency to buy for DDR4??
it's usually a minor choice, I get the fastest memory that fits the spec/capacity and isn't too much more expensive than the next step down, if that makes sense :-P
Kinda... I am shooting for a X99 Gigabyte with a 5820K and will be getting 32 gigs. I will be gaming and photoshop, etc and plan on mild OC'ing...
consider 2133, 2400, 2666, but don't pay too much more for the faster speed. Sometimes you can find bargains on 3000-ish speed memory too
Does VR require faster 3000+ ram? Also should I factor in the latency?
Honestly - I went from 16gb 1600mhz to 16gb 2166mhz (?) and I don't feel it anywhere.. at all .. really.. I actually thought of returning it for that reason, but then I found new home for the older set, and ended up keeping it. as much as for VR I'm not sure, but I believe it shouldn't matter, it's more about your graphics card I'd guess
Have you tested the thunderbolt ex3 card yet? Ive been reading a couple reviews where it hasn't been working properly. Out of all of these add on features, this is probably the most important to me. Thanks in advance.
Good work on this video m8
You're a great guy, Paul.
Where can I get that invisible case?
The problem I have with proprietary software like Aura especially from ASUS is, you'll get no updates for later operating systems, for instance a possible Windows 11. And the outcome will be, that you can't use the motherboards features anymore, if ever a new Windows gets released.
hey paul how would you rank asus x99 2 deluxe with the evga x99 classified
I've had 2 of these boards fail....both were ok out of the box but eventually got stuck on code 79 with no post... both worked for weeks prior... wonder if anyone else has seen this
$420 I'd like to spend my money on.. well, you've guessed it. rebuilding my engine.
hey would you mind doing a build with the new Dan a4 case?
I'll check it out, have only barely heard of that one
It's a pretty go cute little shoebox case.
Could this be a homemade *VR backpack build*? I think that could get you PLENTY of views, just my opinion though.
Paul, please link the lighting strip you are using for this board. I'd like to make sure I am buying a compatible lighting strip. Thanks much!
Go into cablemod's HomePage. Use Google. :)
i was alarmed when i saw that knife come out of no where lol
What CPU's work with it?
Hi Paul, what's the smallest, most compact ATX case you can recommend? Right now I'm running a Corsair Air 540, and am partial towards the CoolerMaster MasterCase Pro 5 - but none of these are exactly 'small' or small-ish.
Thoughts? I can't go to Mini-ITX as I have full-sized X99 ATX mainboards .
Wow! Great review. Just bought and built a Z170K motherboard based computer. I don't game so I didn't need such a powerful (and pricey) mb.
As much I like this board I'm considering Asrock Taichi over this! Looks beautiful and $200 less! You should review it Paul! Good video!
I missed like 2min worth of what Paul was saying once I saw that chip in the edge of that knife.... Being a knife guy is hard xD
hey paul, im sure the NIC's support teaming, but does the AC WiFi and the 2 NIC's all together support teaming? The only time I have seen this implemented is on a few MSI boards
The audio in the sponsor spot seems bad
would an i7 6850k work with the x99 deluxe II?
InfraRED 187 yes I have all of that and then some
Awesome looking board! Looks to be a great option for x99 platform. I really wish manufactures would start shipping boards and graphic cards with a usb that has the drivers installed. It's 2016 not 1996... But I digress(lol jay), I'm going to download the drivers anyway.
Does the x99 chipset actually generate a lot of heat? or is the heatsink on there more for looks?
Actually does make some quite a bit of heat. And it looks cool but it's actually more functional that you would think
asus is known for their amazing heatsink looks.
Paul, is the X99 deluxe 2 for poor people?
I know all this is not necessary... jut damn thats a dream MoBo... good job Tom!
Is there any practical use for Thunderbolt at this present time? And don't tell me connecting a monitor cause even Apple discontinued that shit lol
I almost buy this mobo today, but when I read the reviews on the Newegg, it discourageme from buying it. I don't wanna take chance wasting $400. I don't know how many years is the warranty and how Asus support.
bluetooth support ?
You are saving my life with this video. My girl says I told her to get rid of all my manuals and boxes for my setup. I don't remember doing that. Anyways. I am trying to figure out what size NVLINK order for this motherboard. I am going to be using the 2080 ti. Can you help?
Silly question but why dont all the PCIE clips light up?
A two slot GPU should cover up the one that doesn't light up..? I think?
+Joey Keilholz true but still seems odd to me
He told in the video it is gen 2 pciE x4 slot
that doesn't explain why it doesn't light up
Paul I have a maximus VIII formula. It has a port on the motherboard for that fan extention, but I can't get the card anywhere. Do you have any idea where to get it?
A 16 minute review.... Thank God, I Survived!
Micro ATX version of this would be awesome.
LOVE that intro ..... Kyle & Fractal Josh are funny but that "Kyle's full of shit" takes the cake! Another great vid Paul keep up the great work!
Haven't watched the main video yet but the ad was funny. =D
asus pro gaming vs gigabyte g1 gaming v3
which one should i buy?
Paul, could you test if the aura stuff still resets mode's after you turn off the psu?
My current maximus VIII Hero and it keeps resetting to default breathing....
Great vid!
Does all that shit come WITH the motherboard? Or do you have to buy the accessories separately?
FullThrottle099 all comes with
Would you recommend the Asus X99-Deluxe II over the Gigabyte GA-X99-Designare EX?
Ive been using Gigabyte boards for the past 10 years, and was considering to get the Designare till i saw the Asus Delux II review...
I have seen a lot of negative reviews on this board and it worries me, The x99 aii is the board I want on paper, but It seems to have issues. I noticed most of the reviews are a few months old and was wondering if you think it's something they've resolved.
if you want to burn $$$ buy that motherboard.
Hi Paul. I wonder can I setup a raid 10 over four or six 4Tb WD Red hard drives on this motherboard. I cannot find any information on this raid setup anywhere. I will be fitting the i7 6850K I follow your reviews and reilly like your live build's. Here's a thought for a tech tip. A lesson for your followers on setting up a raid array on a ASUS X99 board!!
Cheers.
Mike
I like the background music =)
Paul, Is it possible to run 2xM.2 in Raid0 as a boot drive on this motherboard? Have you tested this configuration?
Maybe my next board?
Can i install this in my xbox?
+Paul's Hardware Did JJ say or not if they were going to redo the x99 WS?? I want the plx chip so i can run all the U.2 and 3 way sli plus more at once....
+Paul's Hardware Can I just the 8 Pom CPU power or is the 4 pin also required?
where can i get the aura software for x99 deluxe 2?
Nice as always
Hey guys ! So, weird question... I've got an old machine with an X99-Deluxe and an i7-5820K and I'm looking to buy a better processor for that machine. I can easily find 5830K and 5960X on eBay but I was wondering if this MoBo would support a 6850K. Same socket, same chipset, but the fact that there's an X99-Deluxe *II* makes me wonder if the first one is somehow restricted to 5th gen chips. I can't find the information anywhere, not even on Asus's website.
As someone who owns the original X99-Deluxe... I am now jealous.
Never mind. It is right on the website.
Can i use the new Titan X pascal cards in SLI on this board because it has the extra pcie slot in between?
Ya it will work fine, they just spaced it out for longer sli bridges
Awesome! Thanks!!
can you adopt me ???? 2 titan xpascals holy crap. 2400 dollars. I'd think about getting a single, but with volta coming out next year, im gonna wait to upgrade my vid card.
Can you do a review of that cutie of a dog you got there?
there's more on my other channel PaulDogTips :-D
460/70 vid coming soon?
+Paul's Hardware Whats left for the WS board lol. Its gonna have to have 4 U.2 ports, two pcie cards and two m.2 slots, with a 4x4 wireless. This mobo kicks ass. better option than the ROG if you ask me. And this is coming from a guy that has a Crosshair 5 formula and a x79 rampage IV. Love my ROG mobo's but dat Deluxe life!