MSI MEG Z690 Unify
At $489.99, the MSI MEG Z690 Unify includes five M.2 sockets, a robust VRM, plenty of fast rear USB connectivity, 2.5 GbE with Wi-Fi 6E and an updated, all-black, RGB-free aesthetic. If you’re in the market for a sub-$500 board and don’t like lights, the Z690 Unify is an excellent option to build your system around.
-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware

Product details
- Supports 12th Gen Intel Core Pentium Celeron processors for LGA 1700 socket
- Supports DDR5 Memory
- Quintuple M.2 Connectors: Onboard 5x M.2 connectors for the maximum storage performance with quad Lightning Gen 4 solution. Double-sided Shield Frozr design keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling, making them run faster
- Outstanding Cooling Solution: Aluminum Cover, VRM Heat-pipe, 7W/mK thermal pads, Double-sided M.2 Shield Frozr and Aluminum Backplate ensure the extreme performance with low temp
- Dual 2.5G LAN with latest Wi-Fi 6E: Onboard dual 2.5G LAN with LAN manager and latest Wi-Fi 6E solution which supports 6GHz spectrum delivering the best online gaming experience
PROS
+ + Five M.2 sockets
+ + Robust power delivery
+ + All black aesthetic
CONS
- No video outputs or RGBs
Related products
Expert reviews and ratings
By Tom's Hardware on November 07, 2021
At $489.99, the MSI MEG Z690 Unify includes five M.2 sockets, a robust VRM, plenty of fast rear USB connectivity, 2.5 GbE with Wi-Fi 6E and an updated, all-black, RGB-free aesthetic. If you’re in the market for a sub-$500 board and don’t like lights, the Z690 Unify is an excellent option to build your system around.
80