MSI Z690 EDGE WIFI DDR5
The MSI Z690 EDGE WIFI DDR5 is a premium ATX motherboard supporting Intel 12th - 14th Gen processors, DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0, Wi-Fi 6, multiple M.2 slots, and advanced power delivery for superior gaming and productivity performance.
Features
CPU & Chipset Support
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Socket: LGA1700, supporting 12th - 14th Gen Intel Core processors.
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Chipset: Intel Z690 for high-end gaming and productivity platforms.
Memory Support
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Slots: Four DDR5 DIMM slots.
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Capacity: Up to 128 GB dual-channel DDR5.
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Speed: Supports DDR5 speeds up to 6400 MHz (OC) for cutting-edge bandwidth and low latency.
Expansion Slots
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PCIe: One PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with Steel Armor reinforcement for next-gen graphics cards plus additional PCIe 4.0 slots.
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Multi-GPU: AMD CrossFire support for enhanced graphics scalability.
Storage
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M.2 Slots: Four PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 slots with M.2 Shield Frozr heatsinks for ultra-fast NVMe SSDs.
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SATA Ports: Six SATA 6 Gb/s ports with RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 support for versatile storage configurations.
Networking
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Wi-Fi: Integrated Wi-Fi 6 for high-speed wireless connectivity.
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Bluetooth: Built-in Bluetooth 5.2 for modern peripherals.
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LAN: High-performance 2.5G LAN for stable wired networking.
USB & Connectivity
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Rear I/O: USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, multiple USB 3.2 Gen2/Gen1 and USB 2.0 ports.
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Internal Headers: Front panel USB including Type-C support for cases with advanced connectivity.
Audio
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Codec: High-definition 7.1-channel audio powered by Realtek ALC4080 with Audio Boost 5 for superior sound clarity.
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Design: Isolated audio PCB and premium capacitors for reduced interference.
Cooling & Power Delivery
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VRM: Robust 16+1+1 phase power design for stable performance even under heavy loads.
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Cooling: Extended heatsinks, heat-pipe design, multiple fan headers, and pump support for liquid cooling solutions.
Form Factor & Build Quality
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Form Factor: ATX.
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Durability: Reinforced PCIe slots, premium PCB layers, and high-quality components for longevity.
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BIOS: MSI Click BIOS 5 offers easy overclocking, system monitoring, and fan control.
Conclusion
The MSI Z690 EDGE WIFI DDR5 is a future-ready motherboard built for enthusiasts and gamers who demand cutting-edge performance. With DDR5 support, PCIe 5.0, robust connectivity, and advanced thermal design, it delivers exceptional speed, stability, and expandability for high-end PC builds.
Specifications
| CPU | SUPPROTS INTEL CORE 14TH/13TH/12TH GEN PROCESSORS , INTEL PENTIUM GOLD AND CELERON PROCESSORS |
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| CHIPSET | Z690 |
| MEMORY | 4 X DDR5 , SUPPORTS UPTO 6400 MT/S |
| VIDEO OUTPUT PORTS | 1 X HDMI PORT |
| LAN + WIFI + BLUETOOTH | 1 X INTEL I225V 2.5GBPS LAN CONTROLLER , INTEL WIFI 6E , BLUETOOTH 5.3,FIPS,FISMA |
| AUDIO | REALTEK ALC4080 CODEC , 7.1 CHANNEL HIGH DEFINITION AUDIO |
| EXPANSION SLOTS | 3 X PCIe X16 SLOTS , PCI_E1 SLOT , SUPPORTS PCIe 5.0 X16 , PCI_E3 & PCI_E4 SLOTS , SUPPORTS PCIe 3.0 X4 , 1 X PCIe 3.0 X1 SLOT |
| STORAGE INTERFACES | 6 X SATA 6GB/S PORTS , SATA5~8 (FROM Z690 CHIPSET ) , SATAA~B (FROM ASMEDIA ASM1061) , SUPPORTS 2242/2260/2280/22110 STORAGE DEVICES |
| INTERNAL I/O CONNECTORS | 1 X 24 PIN ATX MAIN POWER CONNECTOR , 2 X 8 PIN ATX 12V POWER CONNECTORS , 6 X SATA 6GB/S CONNECTORS , 4 X M.2 SLOTS (KEY M) , 1 X USB 3.2 GEN 2 10GBPS TYPE-C PORT , 1 X USB 3.2 GEN 1 5GBPS CONNECTOR , 2 X USB 2.0 CONNECTORS , 1 X 4 PIN CPU FAN CONNECTOR , 1 X 4 PIN WATER PUMP FAN CONNECTOR , 6 X 4 PIN SYSTEM FAN CONNECTORS , 1 X FRONT PANEL AUDIO CONNECTORS , 2 X SYSTEM PANEL CONNECTORS , 1 X CHASSIS INTRUSION CONNECTOR , 1 X TPM MODULE CONNECTOR , 1 X CLEAR CMOS JUMPER , 1 X TUNING CONTROLLER CONNECTOR , 1 X TBT CONNECTOR |
| BACK PANEL CONNECTORS | DISPLAYPORT , 2.5G LAN , WIRELESS ANTENNA , AUDIO CONNECTORS , FLASH BIOS BUTTON , USB 2.0 , HDMI , USB 3.2 GEN 2 10GBPS TYPE-A , USB 3.2 GEN 2X2 20GBPS TYPE-C , OPTICAL S/PDIF OUT |
| SIZE | ATX |
| UNIQUE FACTORS |