A fresh leak from tech source UNIKO’s Hardware has confirmed the arrival of a revised version of the ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero (C10H) motherboard in retail channels. A recent unboxing and overview by popular Chinese tech content creator 金牌丶大叔_ has confirmed the arrival of a revised retail batch of the ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Hero (C10H) motherboard in China. The video, posted on Bilibili offers the first look at subtle yet meaningful updates aimed at improving usability and product identification.
Key Changes in the New Revision
ASUS has quietly introduced a new hardware revision of the X870E Hero C10H that brings an improved Q-Release Slim mechanism. This is the system that allows users to easily install and remove PCIe devices — an especially appreciated feature for large GPUs. Early users had noted some mechanical finickiness in earlier batches, so this update addresses real-world feedback.
Part Number Differences
To help distinguish between the original and revised versions, ASUS has updated the part number:
Old Part Number : 90MB1IE0-M0EAY0
New Part Number : 90MB1IE1-M0CAY1
These numbers can be found on the label on the side of the retail box, so buyers looking specifically for the updated edition should verify this before purchasing.
Visual Confirmation
ASUS has also included a new sticker on the retail packaging of updated units. This sticker serves as a quick visual confirmation that the board inside includes the updated PCIe Q-Release Slim slot, minimizing confusion for both retailers and consumers.