ASRock Z690 PG Velocita
At $469.99, the ASRock Z690 PG Velocita sports capable power delivery, four M.2 sockets, Killer-based 2.5 GbE with Wi-Fi 6E, and an updated appearance. If you’re in the market for a sub-$500 board with PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 and don’t mind running with the last generation audio codec, the Z690 PG Velocita is a solid option to build your system around.
-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware

Product details
- Supports 12th Gen Intel Core Processors (LGA1700)
- Digi Power design
- 17 Power Phase design
- Supports Intel Hybrid Technology
- Supports Intel Turbo Boost Max 3.0 Technology
PROS
+ + PCIe 5.0 M.2 socket
+ + 10 rear USB ports
+ + Active VRM cooling
+ + No Torx screws!
CONS
- Mediocre power delivery
- Last gen audio
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By Tom's Hardware on February 19, 2022
At $469.99, the ASRock Z690 PG Velocita sports capable power delivery, four M.2 sockets, Killer-based 2.5 GbE with Wi-Fi 6E, and an updated appearance. If you’re in the market for a sub-$500 board with PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 and don’t mind running with the last generation audio codec, the Z690 PG Velocita is a solid option to build your system around.
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