Intel Z690 ATX motherboard with 24+0 power stages, DDR5, Five M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+ Support, PCIe 5.0, Onboard Wi-Fi 6E and Aura Sync RGB lighting
Socket LGA1700 for 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive tools including AI Overclocking, AI Cooling, AI Networking and Two-Way AI Noise-Cancelation for easy configuration
Robust Power Solution: 24+0 teamed power stages rated for 105 A, ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes and premium metallic capacitors
Optimized Thermal Design: Enlarged VRM heatsinks plus integrated aluminum I/O cover, high-conductivity thermal pad, dual M.2 heatsinks with embedded backplates and ROG Water-Cooling Zone
High Performance Networking: Onboard Wi-Fi 6E, Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet, and ASUS LANGuard.
Fastest Gaming Connectivity: PCIe 5.0, PCIE 5.0 M.2 card with Gen 5 M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front-panel connector
Industry Leading Audio: ROG SupremeFX ALC4080 codec withSavitech SV3H712 amplifier for high-fidelity audio
Unmatched Personalization: ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including one RGB header and three addressable Gen 2 RGB headers
Renowned Software: Bundled 1-year AIDA64 Extreme subscription and intuitive UEFI BIOS dashboard with integrated MemTest86
Auto-Extreme Technology
Auto-Extreme Technology is an automated manufacturing process that sets new standards in the industry by allowing soldering to be completed in a single pass. This reduces thermal strain on components and avoids the use of harsh cleaning chemicals, resulting in less environmental impact, lower manufacturing power consumption, and a more reliable product overall.
Overclocking
ROG Maximus Z690 Apex makes overclocking accessible to both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts alike. Its beef-up power solution caters to the demands of 12th Gen Intel processors, while ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile technology makes it easy to ramp up DDR5 performance.
Cooling
A comprehensive cooling solution is vital to a pursuit of performance. ROG Maximus Z690 Apex includes robust heatsinks and the ROG Water-Cooling Zone, a set of fan and sensor headers that help keep temperatures in check.
Connectivity
Maximus Z690 Apex delivers supersmooth WiFi 6E connectivity, extensive M.2 slots, and high-end audio - the essentials for any setup.
Optimisation
ROG Maximus Z690 Apex is packed with intuitive and flexible tools like 5-Way Optimization and a UEFI BIOS interface, giving users next-level control of system performance.
Personalisation
In addition to extraordinary performance and advanced tech, ROG Maximus Z690 Apex elevates aesthetics with extruded aluminum and touches of RGB lighting, for building a system that truly stands apart.
1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x Q-connector2 x M.2 Q-Latch packages for M.2 backplate1 x ROG Graphics card holderROG key chain, stickers & thank you card
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6E2x2 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency bandBluetooth v5.2
RAM Speeds
Up to 6600(OC)
Accessories
1 x ARGB RGB extension cable 1 x RGB extension cable6 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x 3-in-1 Thermistor cables pack 1 x ROG DIMM.2 with heatsink1 x M.2 pad for ROG DIMM.22 x M.2 screw package for ROG DIMM.2PCIe 5.0 M.2 Card 1 x ROG True Voltician4 x cables for RO
USB Ports Supported
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (at back)5 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (at back)8 x USB 3.2 Gen1 (4 at back, 4 at mid-board)4 x USB 2.0 (at mid-board)1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C front panel connector
Storage
6 x SATA III1 x M.2 (2242/2260/2280) - PCIe1 x M.2 (2242/2260/2280) - SATA & PCIe1 x M.2 via PCIe 5.0 M.2 card (2242/2260/2280/22110) - PCIeDIMM.2_1 via ROG DIMM.2 (2242/2260/2280/22110) - PCIeDIMM.2_2 via ROG DIMM.2 (2242/2260/2280/22110) - PCIe
RAID
Intel Rapid Storage supports NVMe RAID 0/1/5, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10
Warranty
3 Years
Motherboard Type
Desktop
Form Factor
ATX
Socket
Intel 1700
Chipset
Intel Z690
DDR Type
DDR5
RAM Technology
DDR5 (Dual Channel)
RAM Slots
2 x DIMM
Maximum Memory
64GB
LAN
2.5GB LAN
Audio
ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080
Back Panel I/O Ports
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C5 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A4 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A1 x Wi-Fi Module1 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet5 x Gold-plated audio jacks1 x Optical S/PDIF out1 x BIOS FlashBack button 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x PS/2 Keyboard1 x PS/2 Mouse
Internal I/O Connectors
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan1 x 4-pin AIO Pump3 x 4-pin Chassis Fan2 x 4-pin Full Speed Fan1 x W_PUMP+1 x 2-pin Water In1 x 2-pin Water Out1 x 3-pin Water Flow1 x 24-pin Main2 x 8-pin +12V1 x 6-pin PCIe Graphics Card
CPU Support
Click here for CPU support
Package Type
Retail
Graphics Ports
-
Additional Features
See Overview
Graphics
-
M.2 Slot(s)
Yes (M.2)
No. LAN Ports
1 x LAN
Max LAN Speed
2.5GB LAN
RGB Lighting
Yes (RGB)
PCI/PCI Express
2 x PCIe 5.0 x161 x PCIe 3.0 x41 x PCIe 3.0 x1
Wi-Fi
Yes (Wi-Fi)
Specific References
EAN13
4711081468509
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