The ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E APEX is the objective winner of this comparison, securing victory in eight of the thirteen evaluated specifications. Its most significant technical advantage is the USB Type-C connectivity, which offers a 200% improvement over the alternative. While the ASRock B760M PG Lightning holds its own in specific areas, the ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E APEX provides a more robust feature set across the majority of the measured hardware categories.

Users prioritizing high-speed peripheral connectivity and advanced interface options should select the ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E APEX for their build. Conversely, the ASRock B760M PG Lightning is the better choice for those who specifically require the 100% advantage in memory slot capacity. Choosing between these two motherboards depends entirely on whether your primary requirement is superior USB Type-C integration or the increased memory slot configuration provided by the ASRock B760M PG Lightning.