| Description |
| Rog Strix Z690-Gaming WiFi D4 motherboard deploys reliable power and cooling to unleash the full power of 12th Gen Intel Core processors, all orchestrated by ASUS-exclusive Smart Controls for an advanced user experience. Meanwhile, built-in WiFi 6 and ample PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots provide the necessary speed, and DIY-friendly innovations help simplify the PC build process. On top of that, the Strix Z690-A Gaming WiFi D4 dazzles with custom RGB lighting and a refined brushed metal finish. |
| Product features |
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All possibilities
The ROG Strix Z690-A Gaming WiFi D4 provides increased power and optimized cooling to push any gaming setup to its limits. Smart controls allow easy management of overclocking, cooling and network settings, and two-way AI noise cancellation ensures crystal clear communication in games. The ROG Strix Z690-A Gaming WiFi D4 is armed with all the essentials needed to create a gaming PC with top-level performance.
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Power supply design
Digital power management and a range of power stages provide the muscle needed to drive the latest Intel processors.
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Combined power stages
16 1 power stages combine high- and low-frequency MOSFETS and drivers in a single package, providing power and efficiency that the latest Intel processors can take full advantage of.
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Fuse chokes and durable capacitors
Fuse chokes and durable capacitors are engineered to withstand extreme temperatures, enabling performance that exceeds industry standards.
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8 8 pin Procool II power connector
ASUS ProCool II connectors are manufactured to exacting specifications to ensure full contact with the power cable wires. The metal shell improves heat dissipation, and the low electrical resistance helps prevent hot spots and enhances reliability.
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Digi power control
Digi's Voltage Regulation Module (VRM) is one of the best in the industry, providing extremely smooth and clean power delivery to the CPU.
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Six-layer printed circuit board
The multi-layer PCB design quickly dissipates heat around the voltage regulators to improve overall system stability and provide the CPU with more overclocking capabilities.
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Integrated I/O cover and VRM heatsinks
Two thick heatsinks that are connected to the metal I/O shield cool the VRM. This structure provides enough mass and surface area to handle the thermal processes of the latest Intel processors.
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Thermal pads
Specially designed thermal pads efficiently transfer heat from the inductor and phase array to the heatsink.
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Two-way AI noise reduction
This powerful ASUS-exclusive program uses a huge deep learning database to reduce microphone background noise and incoming sound while preserving voices. Distracting keyboard rattles, mouse clicks, and other ambient noises are removed so you can hear and be heard with perfect clarity while gaming or chatting.
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ROG AI Overclocking
ROG AI Overclocking is an intelligent utility that helps you get the most out of your configuration by automatically profiling the CPU and cooling system to predict optimal voltage and frequency settings. Accessible through the AI Suite software in Windows or directly through UEFI, AI Overclocking's intuitive user interface empowers users of all skill levels. A set of custom settings is available for experienced overclockers, and an automatic setting option for beginners.
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AI cooling
ASUS AI Cooling technology automatically manages and controls motherboard-connected fans to provide optimal settings based on current system load and temperature.
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AI network
The ROG GameFirst VI government utility is designed to help all users - novices, experts and everyone in between - optimize network settings to ensure smooth online gameplay. New for this generation, GameFirst VI features AI identification and power augmentation technologies to deliver faster and smarter network optimization.
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OptiMen III
With proprietary memory trace layout adjustments that improve signal integrity and reduce noise, OptiMem III enables memory kits to operate at lower latencies, reduced voltages and operate at higher frequencies. Stack the ROG Strix Z690-A Gaming WiFi D4 with your favorite modules and maximize the throughput of the 12th Gen Intel Core Alder Lake processor for applications that demand massive bandwidth.
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WIFI 6 (802.11 AX)
Built-in WiFi 6 (802.11ax) supports ultra-fast wireless network speeds, improved capacity and better performance in dense wireless environments, delivering exceptional online gaming experiences. Connect your motherboard with ASUS WiFi 6 routers to fully experience the networking potential of WiFi 6.
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Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet
Built-in 2.5 Gb Ethernet gives your wired connection a boost, with up to 2.5X improvement over standard Ethernet connections for faster file transfers, smoother lag-free gaming and high-resolution video streaming.
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SupremeFX
ROG SupremeFX is a unique combination of hardware and software that delivers superior sound. The ROG Strix Z690-A Gaming WiFi D4 SupremeFX features the ALC4080 codec, which increases the playback resolution from 192kHz to 384kHz in all channels. The front panel output is routed through a highly integrated Savitech amplifier capable of driving a wide variety of gaming and high-fidelity headsets.
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Undeniably ROG Strix
A specially illuminated acrylic display on the I/O cover creates the illusion that the board is visible under the RGB ROG logo. Meanwhile, touches of brushed metal throughout the motherboard, as well as the stitched fabric of the ROG Strix cable organizer, provide a variety of carefully crafted surface textures. Last but not least, the special light pattern built into the motherboard completes the colorful tour of the ROG worldview.
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PCIE slot Q-release
A physical button located on the chipset heatsink unlocks the security lock of the first PCIe slot with one touch, greatly simplifying the process of separating the PCIe card from the motherboard when it's time to upgrade with a new GPU or other compatible device.
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Certified compatibility
ROG Strix motherboards go through an extensive certification program to ensure compatibility with the widest range of components and devices. The Qualified Vendor List (QVL) provides a reference for identifying guaranteed compatible components and memory. ASUS AIO coolers are also compatible with a wide variety of processors, up to and including 12th generation Intel processors, giving you maximum flexibility to cool the processor that suits your needs.
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SONIC STUDIO III
ROG Sonic Studio supports an HRTF-based (head-related transfer function) virtual surround environment for VR headsets, creating an immersive soundscape that draws you deeper into the action. Sonic Studio's intuitive interface also offers a number of EQ options and one-click presets, allowing you to tailor the acoustics to your personal preferences or headphone characteristics.
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AIDA64 extreme
ROG Strix Z690 motherboards include a 60-day free trial of AIDA64 Extreme. This industry-leading system information tool provides detailed information about installed hardware and software, and also provides benchmarks to measure the performance of the entire system or individual components. AIDA64 Extreme includes a monitoring and diagnostics feature to detect and prevent hardware problems. All vital system sensors can be tracked in real-time, allowing voltage readings, fan speed and temperature information to be displayed on the desktop or sent to dedicated displays or the OLED panels of the ROG AIO liquid coolers.
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ARMORY crate
Armory Crate is a software program designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products by making it easy to customize the appearance of your system. From one intuitive interface, Armory Crate helps you customize RGB lighting and effects for compatible devices and synchronize them with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme across your system. In addition, Armory Crate's Fan Xpert4 tool provides comprehensive control over fans, water pumps and all-in-one (AIO) coolers.
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| Total |
| Product type |
Modern board - ATX |
| Chipset type |
Intel Z690 |
| Socket for processors |
Socket LGA1700 |
| Max. number of processors |
1 |
| Compatible processors |
(supports 12th generation Intel Core / Pentium Gold / Celeron) |
| Supported RAM |
| maximum size |
128 GB |
| Technology |
DDR4 |
| Tire tread |
2400 MHz, 2133 MHz, 2800 MHz, 3000 MHz, 2666 MHz, 2933 MHz, 3300 MHz (OC), 3400 MHz (OC), 3333 MHz (OC), 3466 MHz (OC), 3733 MHz (OC), 3600 MHz (OC), 3866 MHz (OC), 4000 MHz (OC), 4133 MHz (OC), 4500 MHz (OC), 4400 MHz (OC), 4266 MHz (OC), 4600 MHz (OC), 4700 MHz (OC ), 4800 MHz (OC)), 3200 MHz, 5000 MHz (OC), 5333 MHz (OC)) |
| Supported RAM integrity check |
Non-ECC |
| Logged or buffered |
Unbuffered |
| Properties |
Dual-channel memory architecture, Intel Extreme Memory Profiles (XMP) |
| Audio |
| Type |
HD Audio (8-channel) |
| Audio Codec |
SupremeFX (ALC4080) |
| Appropriate standards |
High Definition Audio, DTS Sound Unbound |
| LAN |
| Network interfaces |
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Extension / Connectivity |
| Expansion slots |
1 x CPU
4 x DIMM 288-pin
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16
1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 mode)
1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 |
| Storage Locations |
SATA-600 -pins: 6 x 7pin Serial ATA - RAID
PCIe 4.0 connectors: 1 x M.2 |
| Interfaces |
1 x audio line-in - mini-jack
1 x audio line-out - mini-jack
1 x microphone - mini-jack
2 x USB 2.0
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI
1 x LAN (2.5Gigabit Ethernet)
1 x USB-C Gen2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
1 x USB-C Gen2x2
1 x audio line connection (center/subwoofer) - minijack
1 x audio line connection (rear) - mini jack
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Internal interfaces |
1 x USB-C Gen 2x2 - header
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
1 x Thunderbolt header
4 x USB 2.0 - header
1 x SPI header
1 x SPDIF out - header |
| Power connectors |
24-pin main power connector, 2 x 8-pin ATX12V connectors |
| Functions |
| BIOS type |
AMI |
| BIOS functions |
UEFI BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, MemTest86 |
| Sleep/wake |
Wake on LAN (WOL), wake on PME |
| Hardware Features |
ASUS EZ DIY, CrashFree BIOS 3, ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit), Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, ASUS TPU (TurboV Processing Unit), ASUS DIGI VRM, 6-layer PCB, ASUS Fan Xpert 4, ASUS SafeSlot, Sonic Radar III, Sonic Studio III, M.2 Heatsink, Pre-Mounted I/O Shield, Intel Turbo Boost Max 3.0 Technology, ASUS Aura Sync, Armory Crate, ASUS OptiMem III, ProCool II Power Connector, DIY Friendly Design, FlexKey Button, 16 1-phase power supply design |
| Others |
| Accessories included |
Cable Ties, ROG Fan Stickers, ROG Thank You Card, ROG Keychain, ASUS Wi-Fi Detachable Antenna, 1 x M.2 Rubber Wrap, M.2 Q-Latch |
| Cables included |
4 x Serial ATA cable |
| Software included |
Drivers and Utilities, ROG CPU-Z, ASUS AI Suite III, ASUS Turbo App, ASUS EZ Flash 3, Antivirus, WinRAR, Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer, ROG GameFirst VI, AIDA64 Extreme (60 days trial), ASUS AURA Creator, Sonic Suite Companion, MyAsus |
| Width |
30.5 cm |
| Depth |
24.4 cm |
