Features

?? Introduction

The ASRock Z690 Pro?RS (DDR4) is a cost-effective ATX motherboard targeting mainstream DIYers and light-gaming builds. Built on Intel’s Z690 chipset and supporting 12th–14th Gen Intel CPUs (LGA?1700), it blends robust performance, modern connectivity, and future-proof features in an affordable package 

Detailed Features

CPU & Power Delivery

• Supports 12th–14th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, Celeron processors via LGA?1700 

• 13-phase Dr.MOS design with 50?A MOSFETs, 2?oz copper, and a 6-layer PCB for efficient power and cooler running temps 

Memory

• 4 DDR4 DIMM slots, supporting up to 128?GB and DDR4-5000+?MHz (OC) via XMP 

Expansion Slots

• 1 × PCIe 5.0 x16 (CPU lane), 1 × PCIe?4.0 x16, 1 × PCIe?3.0 x16, and two PCIe 3.0 x1 slots 

 Storage

• 2 × Hyper M.2 (PCIe 4.0 x4) and 1 × Ultra M.2 (PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA3) 

• 8 × SATA3 6?Gb/s with RAID 0/1/5/10 support 

Networking

• Realtek Dragon RTL8125BG 2.5?GbE LAN, offering 2.5× faster throughput than standard gigabit 

• M.2 Key-E slot for optional Wi-Fi/Bluetooth modules 

Graphics Outputs

• Outputs via CPU: HDMI 2.1 (4K@60?Hz) and DisplayPort 1.4 (8K@60?Hz)

Audio

• Realtek ALC897 7.1-channel codec with Nahimic audio enhancements for immersive sound 

USB Connectivity

• 1 × Front USB 3.2 Gen2×2 Type-C header (20?Gb/s).

• Rear I/O: 2 × USB 3.2 Gen2, 6 × USB 3.2 Gen1, plus USB 2.0 ports .

Build Quality & Protection

• SMT-mounted PCIe slots for signal stability at PCIe 5.0 speeds 

• Steel Slot, full-coverage M.2 heatsinks, and Full Spike Protection on USB, LAN, and audio 

• Includes a graphics card holder to prevent GPU Sag 

• Supports Polychrome RGB with onboard and ARGB headers 

BIOS & Software

• 128 Mb UEFI BIOS, multilingual GUI, ACPI 6.0 wake support, full voltage tuning 

• Compatible with ASRock’s Live Update & APP Shop and Polychrome RGB Sync 

Conclusion

The ASRock Z690 Pro?RS (DDR4) offers a balanced toolkit for mainstream builders and gamers. It delivers high-end power delivery, PCIe 5.0 readiness, ample storage and USB-C connectivity, 2.5?GbE LAN, enhanced audio, and practical extras—all while remaining budget-friendly. An excellent foundation for future-proof, high-performance Intel builds.