ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Motherboard - LGA 1700, Intel Z690, DDR5, PCIe 5.0, Wi-Fi 6E

The ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme motherboard is a high-end solution designed for gamers and content creators utilizing Intel's 12th and 13th Generation processors. Built on the Intel Z690 chipset, this E-ATX motherboard features advanced technology and robust connectivity options to deliver exceptional performance and versatility.

Key Features:

• Socket Type: LGA 1700
• Chipset: Intel® Z690
• Form Factor: E-ATX (30.5 x 27.2 cm)

CPU Support:

• Supports Intel® 12th and 13th Generation Core™, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors.
• Compatible with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0.

Memory Support:

• Slots: 4 x DIMM
• Maximum Capacity: Up to 192GB
• Supported Memory Types: DDR5 (up to 6400 MHz overclocked)
• Memory Architecture: Dual Channel with support for ASUS OptiMem III technology.

Expansion Slots:

• 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slots (supports x16 or x8/x8 modes).
• 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot for additional expansion cards.

Storage Options:

• M.2 Slots:
  • Five M.2 sockets (one supporting PCIe 5.0 SSDs).
• SATA Ports:
  • 6 x SATA III (6Gb/s) ports with RAID support.

Networking:

• LAN Controllers:
  • Dual Ethernet with Marvell® AQtion 10Gb and Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet for high-speed wired connectivity.
• Wi-Fi: Integrated Wi-Fi 6E for enhanced wireless performance.

USB Connectivity:

• Multiple USB ports including USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C with Quick Charge 4+ support for fast device charging.

Audio Features:

• Audio Codec: ROG SupremeFX ALC4082 codec with ESS® ES9018Q2C DAC for high-fidelity audio output.

Additional Features:

• Robust Power Solution: Equipped with a 24+1 power stage design rated for high current delivery, ensuring stable power under load.
• Optimized Thermal Design: Features extensive heatsinks and thermal pads, including penta M.2 heatsinks and a dedicated water-cooling zone.
• Customizable RGB Lighting: Includes Aura Sync RGB lighting with multiple headers for personalized aesthetics.
• OLED Display: A built-in LiveDash OLED screen for system monitoring and customization.