MSI - PRO Z690-A Socket LGA 1700 USB 3.2 Intel Motherboard - Black
- Key Specs
- Chipset: Z690
- Form Factor: ATX (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Processor Socket: Socket LGA 1700 (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- Number Of Memory Slots: 4
- Maximum Memory Supported: 192 gigabytes
- Memory Type Supported: DDR5
- General
- Product Name: PRO Z690-A Socket LGA 1700 USB 3.2 Intel Motherboard
- Brand: MSI
- Model Number: PRO Z690-A
- Color: Black
- Compatibility
- Chipset: Z690
- Chipset Compatibility: Intel
- Form Factor: ATX (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Processor Socket: Socket LGA 1700 (Type of pin configuration that connects a CPU to a computer’s motherboard.)
- Processor Compatibility: Intel, Intel Core i9, Intel Core i7, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i3
- Operating System Compatibility: Windows 10, Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro
- Slot
- Number of M.2 Slots: 4 (This interface is most commonly used for high-speed solid state drives (SSDs), and is often used in laptops due to its small size.)
- Number Of PCI-E x16 Slots: 3
- Number Of PCI-E x1 Slots: 1
- Number Of Memory Slots: 4
- Connectivity
- SATA Connector: 6x SATA 6G (The configuration of the connector as it connects a computer power supply unit to a SATA-based drive.)
- Fan/Cooling System Connector: 1x 4-pin CPU fan connector,1x 4-pin water-pump fan connector,6x 4-pin system fan connectors (The configuration of the connector as it connects a computer component to a fan or cooling system.)
- Wireless Connectivity: None (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Ports
- USB Ports: 7 x USB-C 3.2, 8 x USB-C 2.0, 2 x USB-C (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Audio Ports: 1 HD Audio with Audio Boost
- Number of Audio Channels: 8 (The number of discrete channels of sound output. This can be a single number or multiple numbers separated by decimal(s). The first number is the primary, horizontally directed audio channels. The number after the first decimal, if applicable, is the number of subwoofer outputs or channels. The number after the second decimal, if applicable, is the number of height or atmospheric channels designed to immerse the listener by producing overhead sound effects.)
- Dimensions
- Product Length: 304.8 millimeters (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 243.84 millimeters (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 20 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Memory
- Maximum Memory Supported: 192 gigabytes
- Memory Type Supported: DDR5
- Memory Format Supported: DIMM (Memory module size that will fit with the device.)
- Memory Speeds Supported: 4 DIMMs, Dual Channel DDR5-6400+MHz(OC) (The RAM's bandwidth rating supported by the device. The number refers to transfer speed. For example, 12800 would indicate that the memory has a theoretical bandwidth of 12,800 megabytes per second (MBs). The higher the number, the faster the speed.)
- Memory Slot Type: 288-pin DIMM
- Features
- Multi-GPU Support: CrossFire
- RAID Support: RAID 0, RAID 01 (RAID 0+1), RAID 5 (A Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) includes a collection of separate disks that your computer recognizes as one disk unit. Each configuration offers a different level of mirroring, striping and read/write speeds.)
- Other
- UPC: 824142270387
PRO series helps users work smarter by delivering an efficient and productive experience. Featuring stable functionality and high-quality assembly, PRO series motherboards provide not only optimized professional workflows but also less troubleshooting and longevity. With more cores’ processors, thermal and power design is more important to make sure the temperature keeps lower. MSI extended PWM heatsink with 7W/mK thermal pad ensures even high-end processors to run in full speed with MSI motherboards. World’s fastest SSDs can start to lower performance when getting hot. Part of the motherboards heatsink design, M.2 SHIELD FROZR is the next generation M.2 thermal solution to avoid this by offering the best thermal protection to make sure that SSD maintains maximum performance. MSI motherboards let you manage speeds and temperatures for all your system and CPU fans. Total Fan Control allows you check your primary system characteristics in a simplified graphical interface. You can also set up to 4 temperature targets for CPU and motherboard, which will adjust the fan speeds automatically. Designed to support the most popular All-In-One & customized water cooling solutions on the market. A dedicated water pump PIN header supports up to 2 amp, giving you full control of the water pump speed. A clearly marked ‘keep-out-zone’ allows for easy and safe installation and a perfect fit. 14 + 1 +1 POWER DESIGN Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built with a total of 14 digital CPU power phases. Combining 2x 8-pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology, PRO series motherboard is ready to sustain heavy daily work. MSI OC LAB does not merely work hard on extreme overclocking. The XMP memory profile has great improvement on performance and efficiency for Z690 . Easy to enable XMP profile with auto power settings to get the best memory speed and stability. Core Boost technology combines MSI's premium layout and optimized power design which allows for faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU at pin-point precision. Not only supporting multi-core CPU, also creating the perfect conditions for your CPU overclocking.
- Supports Intel® 12th Gen processors: Including Celeron®, Core™ i5, Core™ i3, Core™ i7, Core™ i9 and Pentium® Gold in an LGA 1700 socket
- Chipset: With an Intel® Z690 chipset for fast computing.
- Dual Channel DDR5-6400Mhz: 4 DIMM
- Graphics Interface: 1x PCIe 5.0 x16 1x PCIe 3.0 x16
- Expansion Slots: 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 1x PCIe 3.0 x1
- Storage: 3x M.2 Gen4 x4 64Gbps 1x M.2 Gen3 x4 32Gbps 6x SATA 6Gbps
- USB: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20 Gbps (1 Type-C) 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps (1 Type-A + 1Type-C) 6x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5 Gbps (6 Type-A) 8x Usb 2.0
Product Manuals
A: Yes, the PRO Z690-A is a DDR5 only model.
A: Yes, the PRO Z690-A will support overclocking.
Q: How many usb HEADERS are on this motherboard?
A: The PRO Z690-A supports 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, and 2x USB 2.0 ports.
Q: Will an I913900k and RTX 4080 fry this motherboard?
A: The PRO Z690-A is compatible with those components after a bios update specifically to support the 13th gen CPU.
A: I think it's a good board with most everything you need a board to be, but if you're going high end with a 3090ti and a 12900k, I wouldn't skimp on the MB, and ultimately this is still more of a budget board.
Q: Does this not have Wi-Fi or Bluetooth?!
A: The one that has Wi-Fi in its name (PRO Z690-A Wi-Fi) will be the one you should consider if you're wanting integrated wifi and bluetooth.
