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Intel Socket LGA1700 for 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
Intel Z690 Chipset
4x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR5 6000(OC)/ 5800(OC)/ 5600(OC)/ 5400(OC)/ 5200(OC)/ 5000(OC)/ 4800 Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
OptiMem II
1x DisplayPort
1x HDMI port
Intel 12th Gen Processors
1x PCIe 5.0x16 slot
Intel Z690 Chipset
1x PCIe 3.0x16 slot (supports 4x mode)
1x PCIe 3.0x4 slot
2x PCIe 3.0x1 slots
Total supports 4x M.2 slots & 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Intel 12th Gen Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110
Intel 12th Gen processors support PCIe 4.0x4 mode
Intel Z690 Chipset
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0x4 & SATA modes)
M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0x4 mode)
M.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0x4 mode)
1x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet
TUF LANGuard
Wi-Fi 6E
2x2 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band
Bluetooth v5.2 hardware ready
Rear USB (Total 8 ports)
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (1x USB Type-C)
2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (2x Type-A)
5x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4x Type-A + 1x USB Type-C)
Front USB (Total 7 ports)
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (supports USB Type-C)
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
2x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC
Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback
Audio Features
Audio Shielding
Rear optical S/PDIF out port
Premium audio capacitors
Dedicated audio PCB layers
Audio Cover
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (1x USB Type-C)
2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (2x Type-A)
5x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4x Type-A + 1x USB Type-C)
1x DisplayPort
1x HDMI port
1x Wi-Fi Module
1x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet port
5x Audio jacks
1x Optical S/PDIF out port
Fan and Cooling related
1x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1x 4-pin AIO Pump header
4x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
Power related
1x 24-pin Main Power connector
1x 8-pin +12V Power connector
1x 4-pin +12V Power connector
Storage related
4x M.2 slots (Key M)
4x SATA 6Gb/s ports
USB
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (supports USB Type-C)
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
2x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
Miscellaneous
3x Addressable Gen 2 headers
1x AURA RGB header
1x Clear CMOS header
1x COM Port header
1x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP)
1x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function
1x Thunderbolt header
ASUS TUF Protection
DIGI+ VRM (-Digital power design with DrMOS)
Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection
ESD Guards
TUF LANGuard
Overvoltage Protection
Safeslot
Stainless-Steel Back I/O
ASUS Q-Design
M.2 Q-Latch
Q-DIMM
Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])
Q-Slot
ASUS Thermal Solution
M.2 heatsink
VRM heatsink design
ASUS EZ DIY
CPU Socket lever protector
ProCool
Pre-mounted I/O shield
SafeDIMM
AURA Sync
AURA RGB header
Addressable Gen 2 headers
ASUS Exclusive Software
Armoury Crate
AURA Creator
AURA Sync
Fan Xpert 4
Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation
AI Suite 3
Performance And Power Saving Utility
TurboV EVO
EPU
DIGI+ VRM
TUF GAMING CPU-Z
DTS Audio Processing
MyAsus
Norton Anti-virus software (Free Trial version)
WinRAR
UEFI BIOS
ASUS EZ DIY
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS EZ Flash 3
ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
192 (128+64) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
WOL by PME, PXE
Windows 11 64-bit, Windows 10 64-bit
ATX Form Factor
12 x 9.6" (30.5 x 24.4cm)
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Intel LGA 1700 Socket
Ready for 12th Gen Intel Core processors
Enhanced power solution
14+1 DrMOS rated for 80 amps, six-layer PCB, ProCool sockets, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
Next-gen connectivity
PCIe 5.0, USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, front USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, Thunderbolt 4 header support
Made for online gaming
WiFi 6E, Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet and TUF LANGuard
Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation
Reduces background noise from the microphone and audio output for crystal-clear communication in games or video conferences
Comprehensive cooling
Enlarged VRM heatsink, PCH fanless heatsink, M.2 heatsinks, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4 utility in Armoury Crate
Outshine RGB Aura Effect
Stylish edge and PCH lighting design, addressable RGB headers and RGB strip header support
Durable. Stable. Reliable.
ASUS TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI takes all the essential elements of the latest Intel processors and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive cooling system, this motherboard offers rock-solid and stable performance for marathon gaming. Aesthetically, TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS WIFI sports the new TUF Gaming logo and incorporates simple geometric design elements to reflect the dependability and stability that defines the TUF Gaming series.
Rock-Solid Performance
With upgraded power delivery and comprehensive cooling options to drive the 12th Gen Intel Core processors, plus support for faster memory and storage, TUF GAMING Z690 motherboards are the perfect foundation for your next high-core-count battle rig.
Power Design
Driver and MOSFET - DrMOS
The onboard VRMs feature 14+1 DrMOS power stages that combine high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into a single package, delivering the power and efficiency that 12th Gen Intel Core processors demand.The power stages are each rated to handle 80 amperes to provide stable performance for current and future Intel processors.
Multilayer PCB
Six-Layer PCB Design
Multiple PCB layers optimize heat management for critical components, providing more headroom to push CPUs beyond stock speeds.
Power Connector
ProCool Connectors - Enhanced EATX 8-Pin and 4-Pin Connectors
Provide extreme durability
Prevent hotspots and connector failure
Compared to traditional power inputs, ASUS ProCool connectors are built to tight specifications to ensure full contact with PSU power cables. The resulting lower impedance helps prevent hotspots and connector failure.
System Stability - TUF Components
TUF Chokes
Certified military-grade TUF chokes deliver rock-solid power to the CPU, improving system stability.
TUF Capacitors
Proprietary capacitors provide up to 52% wider temperature tolerance and 2.5X-longer lifespan.
Controller - Digi+ VRM
The integrated Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the industry, optimized for ultra-smooth and ultra-clean power delivery to the CPU at all times.
Easy PC DIY
TUF GAMING motherboards are designed to be easy to set up and configure just the way you want - even for first-time builders. The TUF GAMING Alliance ecosystem makes selecting compatible parts easy, while Armoury Crate software provides Fan Xpert 4 and hardware information and offers full full control of Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation, RGB lighting and peripheral settings. The TUF GAMING platform gives you the arsenal you need to build and optimize your dream gaming rig, without unnecessary complexity.
TUF Gaming Alliance - Build with Confidence
TUF GAMING Alliance is a collaboration between ASUS and trusted PC component brands to ensure compatibility across a wide range of parts, such as PC cases, power supplies, CPU coolers, memory kits and more. With new partnerships and components being added regularly, the TUF Gaming Alliance will continue to grow even stronger.
TUF Protection
SafeSlot & SafeDIMM
PCIe 5.0 is 2x faster than PCIe 4.0, so we adapted our SMT manufacturing process for the faster SafeSlot, to ensure the highest data speeds. SafeSlot is a reinforced metal sheath added to a PCIe slot to keep a card firmly installed. Meanwhile, strong ASUS SafeDIMM sheathes support and protect memory modules on select ASUS motherboards, empowering you to insert your modules with speed, accuracy and confidence.
ESD Guards
ESD Guards prolong the life of components while preventing damage from electrostatic discharge, providing protection for up to +/- 10 kV of air discharge and +/- 6 kV of contact discharge - greatly surpassing the respective industry standards of +/- 6 kV and +/- 4 kV. Surface-mounted TVS diodes in a dual in-line package help protect your PC from voltage spikes.
TUF LANGuard
TUF LANGuard is a military-grade innovation that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput, protecting the motherboard from lightning strikes and static electricity.
DRAM Overvoltage Protection
Onboard resettable fuses prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM to safeguard the lifespan of your system and connected devices.
Stainless Steel Back I/O Panel
TUF GAMING motherboards have a corrosion-resistant stainless steel back I/O panel bonded with chromium oxide to provide a lifespan that's three times longer than traditional panels. With this protective feature, TUF GAMING motherboards passed 72-hour salt fog testing, while other brands only passed 24-hour testing.
Immersive Gaming
TUF GAMING Z690 motherboards provide a high-performance gaming package with a long list of features to improve your experiences, including ultrafast networking for smoother online gameplay, pristine audio with positional cues for FPS gaming, and onboard RGB lighting that syncs with attached accessories to help you create a personalized gaming atmosphere.
Networking
Intel WiFi 6E
Onboard WiFi 6E technology takes advantage of the newly available radio spectrum in the 6 GHz band. It provides up to three times the bandwidth of the 5 GHz band and up to seven 160 MHz bands to deliver ultrafast wireless networking speeds and improved capacity as well as better performance in dense wireless environments.
Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet
Onboard 2.5 Gb Ethernet gives your wired connection a boost with speeds that are up to 2.5x faster than standard Ethernet connections. This translates to incredibly fast file transfers, low-lag online gaming, and high-res video streaming.
Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation
This powerful ASUS-exclusive utility leverages a massive deep-learning database to reduce background noise from the microphone* and incoming audio while preserving voices. Distracting keyboard clatter, mouse clicks and other ambient noises are removed so you can hear and be heard with perfect clarity while gaming or during calls.
Gaming Audio - Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound
TUF Gaming audio chip protection
Enhanced electrical shielding preserves the integrity of audio signals to ensure the best quality.
High-definition audio
Premium audio capacitors provide warm, natural and immersive sound.
Audio shielding
Our specialized audio path design separates analog and digital signal domains to significantly reduce multi-lateral interference.
Better Audio Effects
DTS Audio Processing
DTS Audio Processing enhances gaming headset and speaker audio experiences by reducing distortion and by providing deeper bass, so games, movies and music sound better. It also allows you to customize audio settings.
Aura Sync RGB Lighting
Outshine the Competition
A well-tuned system deserves a matching aesthetic. TUF Gaming Z690 series features edge lighting to enhance its rugged look, and now the PCH heatsink gets RGB lighting to take the style even further. ASUS Aura offers full RGB control with a variety of functional presets for built-in LEDs as well as third-party strips you can connect to onboard RGB headers. And it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware.
Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header
The addressable Gen 2 RGB header is now capable of detecting the number of LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices.