SeekerAsus Z690 Extreme
The Asus ROG Maximum Z690 Extreme is truly a motherboard for the PC enthusiast who demands the best of the best, price be damned.
-- As reviewed by PCWorld
Product details
- Intel LGA 1700 socket: Ready for 12th Gen Intel Core processors and Windows 11, support PCIe 5.0 and DDR5
- Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive tools including AI Overclocking, AI Cooling, AI Networking and Two-Way AI Noise-Cancelation for easy configuration
- Robust Power Solution: 24+1 teamed power stages rated for 105 A, ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes and premium metallic capacitors
- Optimized Thermal Design:Integrated EK Ultrablock, cold forged heatsink, enlarged VRM heatsinks plus integrated aluminum I/O cover, high-conductivity thermal pad, penta M.2 heatsinks and dual with embedded backplates and ROG Water-Cooling Zone
- High Performance Networking: Onboard Wi-Fi 6E, Marvell AQtion 10Gb, Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet, and ASUS LANGuard
- Fastest Gaming Connectivity: PCIe 5.0, Gen 5 M.2 slots, 1x PCIe 5.0 M.2. USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ Support, 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports, rear triple USB Type-C ports
- Industry Leading Immersive Audio: ROG SupremeFX ALC4082 codec with ESS ES9018Q2C DAC for high-fidelity audio
PROS
+ Premium build quality
+ Packed with features
+ Intuitive BIOS and software
+ CPU cooler LGA 1200/1700 compatible
CONS
- Cheaper alternatives are available with most of these features
- DDR5 only, and will be limited with four sticks to base speed
- Thick plates may interfere with some bulky GPU coolers
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By PCWorld on March 25, 2022
The Asus ROG Maximum Z690 Extreme is truly a motherboard for the PC enthusiast who demands the best of the best, price be damned.
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