MSI MPG Z690 CARBON EK X Intel Z690 Motherboard
Overview :
PREMIUM HARDWARE DESIGN
With years of experience, MSI is no stranger to building high-performance motherboards. Our R&D and engineering teams have reviewed countless designs, evaluated a wide selection of high quality components, and developed products for reliability even under extreme conditions.
EK CUSTOM-DESIGNED CPU VRM WATER COOLING
Sustain the high performing for 12th gen Intel core processors, a custom-designed EK cooling solution that offers pristine cooling for both the CPU, VRM and primary M.2 section is used to prevent thermal throttling, allowing gamers to sustain heavy gaming loadings without the noisy environment. It’s ready for everything!
ENHANCED PERFORMANCE
High performance MSI motherboards are loaded with advanced features and the latest technology to overwhelm any challenge at hand no matter whether you’re a gamer, prosumer, or PC enthusiast.
LATEST DDR5 MEMORY
A huge step of DDR performance enhancement with the latest DDR5 memory. Combines with dedicated SMT welding process and MSI Memory Boost technology, MPG Z690 CARBON EK X is ready to deliver the world class memory performance.
EXTREME STABILITY & 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. Our memory partners include brands like Corsair, Crucial, Kingston, G.Skill and many more to optimize memory modules, configurations and even improve overclocking.
SMT DDR5 MEMORY SLOT
The advanced SMT(Surface Mount Technology) welding process reduces the defect rate of slot solder joints, electromagnetism, and interference. Combining with exclusive Memory Boost technology allows MSI motherboards to deliver the clean and pure high-frequency DDR5 signal.
EASY OVERCLOCKING WITH XMP PROFILE
The XMP (Extreme Memory Profiles) in MSI BIOS are tested and certified by MSI OC LAB. It is easy to enable with auto power settings to get the best memory speed and stability.
CONNECTIVITY
MSI motherboards are built with a variety of connectors to satisfy gamers. Enhanced audio, advanced LAN networking capabilities, USB and Mystic Light turn any gaming experience into an immerse one.
HIGH-BANDWIDTH AND LOW-LATENCY NETWORK
2.5Gbps LAN provides incredible data transfer speed faster than general Gigabit LAN. This is a premium solution for demanding users.
SURFACING WITH THE REAL MU-MIMO TECHNOLOGY
The latest Wi-Fi 6E solution supports 6GHz spectrum, Bluetooth 5.2, two-way MU-MIMO and BSS color technology, provide up to 4X network capacity and efficiency in the high signal density environment, delivering speeds up to 2400Mbps.
OPTIMIZE ONLINE GAMING TRAFFIC FOR LOWER LATENCY!
MSI LAN Manager automatically classifies and prioritizes the latency-sensitive applications for online games, giving you the best online gaming experience with low latency.
- Supports 12th Gen Intel® Core™ / Pentium® Celeron® processors for LGA 1700 socket
- Supports DDR5 Memory, up to 6666 (OC) MHz
- CPU VRM M.2 Water Cooling: A custom-designed EK monoblock with build-in inflow indicator that offers pristine cooling for both the CPU, VRM and primary M.2 section
- Lightning Fast Game experience: PCIe 5.0 slots, Lightning Gen 4 x4 M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2×2
- Enhanced Power Design: Direct 18 1 1 phases power, dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost, Memory Boost
- M.2 Shield Frozr: All M.2 slots covered with Shield Frozr to built for high performance system and non-stop gaming experience
- MYSTIC LIGHT: 16.8 million colors / fancy lighting effects controlled in one click. MYSTIC LIGHT SYNC supports RGB, RAINBOW(ARGB), Corsair LED strips and Ambient devices.
- 2.5G LAN with LAN Manager and Intel Wi-Fi 6E Solution: Upgraded network solution for professional and multimedia use. Delivers a secure, stable and fast network connection
- AUDIO BOOST 5: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience
- High Quality PCB: 8-layer PCB made by 2oz thickened copper and server grade level material
- Pre-installed I/O Shield: Better EMI protection and more convenience for installation
Specification :
| CPU (MAX SUPPORT) | i9 |
| SOCKET | 1700 |
| CHIPSET | Intel® Z690 Chipset |
| MEMORY CHANNEL | Dual |
| DIMM SLOTS | 4 |
| MAX MEMORY (GB) | 128 |
| PCI-E X16 | 3 |
| SATAIII | 6 |
| M.2 SLOT | 5 |
| RAID | 0/1/5/10 |
| LAN | 1x Intel® I225V 2.5Gbps LAN controller |
| WIFI & BLUETOOTH | Intel® Wi-Fi 6E module |
| USB 3.2 PORTS (FRONT) | 1(Gen 2, Type C), 2(Gen 1, Type A) |
| USB 3.2 PORTS (REAR) | 1(Gen 2×2, Type C), 5(Gen 2, Type A) |
| USB 2.0 PORTS (FRONT) | 4 |
| USB 2.0 PORTS (REAR) | 4 |
| DIMENSION | 12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) |
| AUDIO PORTS (REAR) | 5 Optical S/PDIF (Realtek® ALC4080 Codec) |
| DISPLAYPORT | 1 |
| HDMI | 1 |
| DIRECTX | 12 |
| FORM FACTOR | ATX |
| CROSSFIRE | Y |
| OPERATING SYSTEM | Support for Windows® 11 64-bit, Windows® 10 64-bit |