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MSI PRO Z690-A DDR4 ATX Motherboard for 12th Gen Intel CPUs with Extended Heatsink and M.2 Shield Frozr, featuring 2.5G LAN Solution and PCIe 4. Ideal for Professional and Multimedia Use

Experience the ultimate computing power with our latest motherboard, compatible with 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium, and Celeron processors for LGA 1700 socket. Enjoy incredible sound quality powered by Realtek ALC897/ALC892 audio codecs, and immerse yourself in a world of crisp, clear audio.

This motherboard supports DDR4 Memory with speeds up to 5600(OC) MHz, delivering unmatched performance. Designed with a Premium Thermal Solution, including an Extended Heatsink and M.2 Shield Frozr, it ensures your system stays cool even during intense tasks.

Upgrade to a 2.5G LAN connection for a secure, stable, and lightning-fast network experience, perfect for professional and multimedia use. Additionally, the Lightning M.2 running at PCIe Gen4 x4 maximizes NVMe SSD performance, ensuring your system is always ahead of the curve.

advantage
  1. Build Quality

    Solid construction, feels durable and well-built.
  2. Compatibility

    Works seamlessly with various high-end processors and DDR4 memory.
  3. Performance

    Strong performance, can compete with higher-end models in benchmarks.
  4. Fan Headers

    Generous number of fan headers (8 total), good for cooling setup.
  5. M.2 Slots

    Offers 4 M.2 slots, versatile for storage expansion.
  6. Cost-effectiveness

    Budget-friendly option with necessary features for a powerful build.
  7. BIOS

    User-friendly BIOS with effective automatic settings for memory and fans.
  8. Design

    Simple and sleek design, aesthetically pleasing especially in white cases.
disadvantage
  1. LAN Driver

    LAN driver does not function out of the box, requires manual installation via USB.
  2. WiFi

    No integrated WiFi, requiring additional hardware for wireless connectivity.
  3. Heat Dissipation

    Chipset heatsink is small, leading to higher temperatures without proper ventilation.
  4. Rear IO

    Outdated rear IO with an equal number of USB 2.0 and 3.x slots, feels lacking.
  5. Heatsinks

    Only one M.2 slot has a heatsink, others lack this feature.
  6. Finish Quality

    Tacky paint that hasn't fully cured, feels unfinished.
  7. Manual

    Lack of a comprehensive manual, includes only a quick start guide.
  8. Enhanced Turbo

    Enhanced Turbo enabled by default, causing thermal issues until manually adjusted.
weight 0.25 kg
size 4 × 9 × 10 centimeters
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