With more processor cores, thermal design and power design are more important to ensure that the temperature remains lower. The extended PWM heatsink of MSI with 7W/mK thermal pad ensures that even high-spec processors will operate at full speed with MSI motherboards.
Specifications
Description
Product Details
- Size
- ATX
- Type
- Desktop
Processor
- Supported Processors
- Intel
- Models
- Core i5, Core i7, Core i9, Celeron Dual Core, Core i3, Pentium Dual Core
- Supported CPU Generation
- Alder Lake
- Socket
- 1700
Chipset
- Model
- Intel Z690
Memory
- Memory type
- DDR5
- Quantity
- 4 DIMM Slots
- Memory Speeds
- 4000OC, 4800, 5400OC, 6400OC
- Memory Channels
- Dual Channel
Internal Connectors
- PCI Express x16 3.0
- 2 Slot
- PCI Express x16 5.0
- 1 Slot
- SATA III 6Gb/s
- 6 Port
- M.2 Type
- 1 PCIe 3.0 Port, 4 PCIe 4.0 Ports
- M.2 Slots
- 0
External Connectors
- Rear USB-A outputs
- 3 USB 3.2 Ports, 4 USB 2.0 Ports
- Rear USB-C outputs
- 1 USB 3.2 Port
- Ethernet (LAN)
- 1
- Screen Connections
- DisplayPort, HDMI
Specifications
- RGB Lighting
- No
- WiFi/Bluetooth
- Yes
- Extra
- Bios Flashback, RGB Header
Sound
- Sound Card Channels
- 7.1
- Additional Audio Connections
- -
Top Specs
- Memory
- 4x DDR5
Important information
Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.
Description
The MSI Pro Z690-A WiFi motherboard is designed for users who want to create a high-performance system with Intel Alder and Raptor Lake processors on the Z690 platform.
It offers advanced capabilities and features such as fast WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 connections, PCIe 5.0 support for extremely high data transfer speeds, support for fast connections to external devices, and advanced power design for stable and reliable operation. It is suitable for demanding users, gamers, content creators, and professionals seeking the highest level of performance and functionality from a motherboard.
Large Cooler
With more processor cores, thermal design and power design are more important to ensure that the temperature remains lower. The extended PWM heatsink of MSI with 7W/mK thermal pad ensures that even high-spec processors will operate at full speed with MSI motherboards.
M.2 SHIELD FROZR
The fastest SSDs in the world may start to reduce their performance when they heat up. Part of the motherboard's cooling design, the M.2 SHIELD FROZR is the next-generation thermal solution for M.2 to prevent this phenomenon, offering the best thermal protection to ensure that the SSD maintains maximum performance.
Cooling control from BIOS and software
MSI motherboards allow you to manage the speeds and temperatures of all system fans and the CPU. Total Fan Control allows you to control the main features of your system in a simplified graphical environment. You can also set up to 4 temperature targets for the CPU and motherboard, which will automatically adjust the fan speeds.
LED Troubleshooting Indicators
The built-in LED lights for the basic components will indicate the source of the problem, so you know exactly where to look to restore it to operation.
XL Clip
The extended PCI-E clip helps you change or remove your devices more easily. It keeps the PCI-E slot stronger and safer.
EZ M.2 Clip
The innovative EZ M.2 clip from MSI helps you install an M.2 SSD quickly and effortlessly.
The 2.5Gbps LAN provides incredible data transfer speed faster than the standard Gigabit LAN. It is a premium solution for demanding users.
Wi-Fi 6E
The latest Wi-Fi 6E solution supports 6GHz spectrum, Bluetooth 5.2, bi-directional MU-MIMO, and BSS color technology, providing up to 4X network capacity and efficiency in high-density signal environments, delivering speeds of up to 2400Mbps.
Lightning Gen 5 PCI-E
The MSI Lightning Gen 5 PCI-E represents the bandwidth of an x16 interface at 128GB/s, which is twice the speed of the previous generation.
MSI motherboards feature advanced PCI-E SMT (Surface Mount Technology) socket to reduce interference and electrical noise, fully supporting the higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds of the PCI-E 5.0 signal.
Intel Optane
Computer enthusiasts can now enjoy the performance of an SSD on their hard drive by combining it with the new Intel Optane memory device. The technology provides an unparalleled combination of high performance, low latency, high-quality services, and durability.
Lightning USB 20G
Read and write your files via USB faster than ever. The PRO series motherboards from MSI offer a wide variety of options to connect and enhance your USB devices, providing a transfer speed of 20Gbps through reversible Type-C.
DDR5 Memory
The MSI OC LAB is not just about extreme overclocking. The XMP memory profile has greatly improved performance and efficiency for the Z690. Easy activation of the XMP profile with automatic power settings to achieve the best memory speed and stability.
MSI Center
The brand new MSI Center combines a suite of MSI software utilities into a single central application. Take control of advanced motherboard features and unlock limitless possibilities.
- True Color
- Live Update
- User Scenario
- Hardware Monitoring
- Profile Setting
- Fan Center
- Mystic Light
- System Diagnosis
Mystic Light
Create your own colorful masterpiece with ease. Choose any color you want with just a few clicks!