MSI MPG Z690 EDGE WIFIÂ Overview
Unlock the full potential of your components and leverage raw power with the MPG Z690 EDGE WIFI DDR4 LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard from MSI. Featuring the LGA 1700 socket and Z690 chipset, this motherboard is compatible with Intel 12th Gen Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors. Install up to 128GB of dual-channel RAM across four DDR5 memory, with speeds up to 6400 MHz supported via overclocking. Storage drives are accommodated with four M.2 and six SATA III connectors. Various adapter cards can be installed thanks to the motherboard hosting a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, two PCIe 3.0 x16 slots, and a PCIe 3.0 x1 slot. This motherboard also supports AMD CrossFireX for multi-GPU performance.
Connect accessories via five USB 3.2 Gen 2 and two USB 2.0 Type-A ports on the rear I/O panel. Wireless accessories can be connected thanks to support for Bluetooth 5.2. Go online via the onboard Wi-Fi 6 or connect to the RJ45 port supporting a wired 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet connection. Connect to displays via the DisplayPort 1.4 or HDMI 2.1 outputs. Internal headers provide connections for either liquid or air cooling, dual CPU power, a chassis intrusion alarm, TPM module, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port for the front panel, and more. Audio is handled by the Realtek ALC4080 Audio Codec. The MPG Z690 EDGE WIFI DDR4 LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard is compatible with Windows 10 and Windows 11 (64-Bit).
LGA 1700 Socket
Utilizing the LGA 1700 socket and Z690 chipset, this motherboard is compatible with 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors.
Power Solution
Direct 16+1+1 Phases Power Design
Unleash and sustain maximum performance with a VRM design built with a total of direct 16+1+1 power phases. Combining 2x 8-pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology, the MPG series motherboard is ready to sustain heavy daily work.
Core Boost
Core Boost technology combines a streamlined layout with an optimized power design, allowing for faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU for precise multi-core computing and overclocking.
Load-Line Calibration
Load line calibration ensures CPU voltage remains stable under any load.
Overvoltage Protection
Overvoltage protection prevents potential short-circuit damage to the CPU and other critical components.
Digital Power Design
A fully digital power design allows for faster and undistorted current delivery to the CPU for precision and easy overclocking.
Double Power Connectors
Two 8-pin connectors deliver adequate power, even for an overclocked multi-core CPU.
Game Boost
MSI Game Boost enables one-second overclocking, giving you the performance boost you need to get more FPS.
Cooling
M.2 Shield FROZR
Featuring an integrated design, this heatsink ensures your M.2 drive isn’t slowed by throttling due to high temperatures.
FROZR AI Cooling
Detect CPU and GPU temperatures and automatically adjust the system fans via MSI AI ENGINE. Take advantage of performance, silent, and manual modes for tailored operation.
Fully Controllable in BIOS and Software
MSI motherboards let you manage speeds and temperatures for all your system and CPU fans. Total Fan Control allows you check your primary system characteristics in a simplified graphical interface. You can also set up to 4 temperature targets for CPU and motherboard, with automatic adjustment of fan speeds.
Easy DIY Cooling
Connect and sync with a range of cooling components and cases thanks to strategically positioned header locations.
DIY Friendly
EZ M.2 Clip
Install an M.2 SSD quickly and effortlessly using the EZ M.2 clips.
Preinstalled I/O Shield
The preinstalled I/O shield makes your installation process easy and safe. The design also prevents electrostatic discharge damage for a stronger gaming platform.
Keep-Out Zone
MSI motherboard circuitry ensures the case standoff keep-out zones are clear of contacts, preventing shorts or damage to the motherboard. Plus, an avoid-collision notification is printed in protective paint around each screw hole to prevent parts from being scratched.
XL Clip
The enlarged PCIe clip helps you swap or remove your devices easier. Keep the PCIe slot stronger and safer.
EZ Debug LED
Onboard LEDs for key components will indicate the source of the problem so you know exactly where to look to get your machine up and running again.
EZ LED Control
This built-in LED button on the motherboard controls your lighting effect, allowing you to turn motherboard lighting on or off in a second.
Memory
Stability and Compatibility Testing
MSI conducts thorough memory testing with the most popular memory brands under extreme conditions to ensure your system runs stable no matter what.
Easy Memory Overclocking
XMP memory profile support enables improved performance and efficiency for the Z690 chipset. Plus, use the MSI BIOS to access auto power settings and boost speed and stability.
PCIe 5.0
SMT PCIe 5.0 Slot
MSI motherboards adopted the advanced SMT (Surface Mount Technology) PCIe slot to diminish interference and electrical noise, fully supporting higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds of the PCIe 5.0 signal.
Lightning Gen 5 PCIe
Get speeds up to 128 GB/s with the PCIe 5.0 x16 interface, which doubles the speed of the previous generation.
Networking
2.5G LAN
2.5 Gb/s LAN provides data transfer speeds faster than general Gigabit LAN.
Wi-Fi 6
Wi-Fi 6 adopts OFDMA and two-way MU-MIMO technologies for up to four times higher network capacity and efficiency in a high signal density environment, translating to improved performance compared to older Wi-Fi 5 standards.
MSI LAN Manager
MSI LAN Manager automatically classifies and prioritizes the latency-sensitive applications for online games, giving users an online gaming experience with low latency.
USB Connectivity
USB 3.2 Gen 2×2
MPG Z690 series motherboards offer a wide variety of options to connect and boost your USB devices. The rear USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 port offers speeds up to 20 Gb/s. The motherboard also supports a front-panel USB Type-C port.
Audio
High-Definition ALC4080 Audio Processor
Twice the DAC format from 32-bit/192 kHz to 32-bit/384 kHz, for the highest sound quality.
Isolated Audio Design
Like a dedicated sound card, audio components and circuits have been laid on a reserved motherboard section and electrically isolated.
Separate Audio Layers
Using separated layers in the PCB ensures accurate sound quality for both left and right audio channels.
De-Pop Protection
Audio Boost technology protects your ears by eliminating annoying loud popping sounds when you plug in or unplug devices or turn your computer on or off.
BIOS & Software
Click BIOS 5
Get more from a loaded BIOS designed for ease of use. Fine-tune the motherboard for gaming performance, efficiency, or overclocking.
MSI Center
The MSI Center unifies a suite of MSI software utilities into a single centralized application.
Resizable BAR
Resizable BAR (Re-Size BAR) is an advanced PCI Express feature that enables the CPU to access the entire GPU frame buffer at once and improve performance.
Mystic Light
Splash on some color and vibrant RGB lighting effects using MSI Mystic Light. With 16.8 million colors and a plethora of LED effects, MSI Mystic Light provides complete control over your RGB lighting via a single program. The Mystic Light Extension pin header provides an intuitive way to control RGB strips and other RGB peripherals added to a system without needing a separate RGB controller.
