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MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI DDR4
Conquer the Battlefield
For gamers looking for a 12th Gen Intel Core platform with PCI-e 5.0 x16 graphics card architecture, improved DDR4 memory, and a vast array of M.2 Gen4 storage options, the MSI MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI DDR4 gaming motherboard is built to help conquer the battlefield.
Supports Intel Core 12th Gen Processors (LGA 1700) 4 x DDR4 DIMMs, Memory Boost (5200MHz+ OC) 16+1+1 Duet Rail Power Design with 70A SPS 4 x M.2 Slots (3 x Gen4, 1 x Gen3) with Shield Frozr 1 x PCI-e 5.0 x16 (128GB/s), 2 x PCI-e 3.0 x16 Graphic Card Slots Intel I225-V 2.5G LAN Wi-Fi 6 with Bluetooth 5.2 USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (20Gbps)
Z690 Chipset, 16+1+1 Duet Rail VRM, Complete Cooling, DDR4 Memory Boost
Supports Intel Core 12th Gen Processors
The MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI DDR4 motherboard supports 12th Gen Intel Core processors.
Form Factor: ATXSocket Type: LGA 1700Chipset: Intel Z690
16+1+1 Duet Rail VRM with 70A SPS
The hardy VRM design features MSI exclusive Core Boost Technology powered by 2 x 8-pin CPU power connectors:
1 Phase GT PowerDigital PWM IC16 Duet Rail Power System (Smart Power Stage / 70A) 1 Phase AUX Power
Complete Cooling Solution
VRM Cooling: Features an extended heatsink, choke and 7W/mK thermal pads for improved thermal dissipation.
SSD Cooling: M.2 Shield Frozr prevents thermal throttling.
System Cooling: Connect and synchronize cooling with strategically placed pin-headers – including a dedicated pump-fan header.
A 6-layer server-grade PCB with 2oz of thickened copper improves performance & system stability.
4 x DDR4 Dual Channel (5200+ MHz Overclocked*)
Memory Boost: A fully-isolated circuit delivers pure DDR4 data signals for optimal gaming and overclocking performance.
XMP profiles in MSI BIOS are MSI OC LAB optimized and can be easily enabled with auto power settings for improved memory speed and stability.
*1DPC 1R Max. overclocking frequency 5200+ MHz, supports Intel XMP.
PCI-e 5.0 x16 Slot, Cutting-Edge Storage Performance, Wi-Fi 6 Connectivity
Fortified PCI-e 5.0 x16
MSI PCI Express Steel Armor slots are secured to the motherboard with extra solder points* to support the weight of heavy graphics cards and shields the point of contact from electromagnetic interference:
1 x PCI-e 5.0 x16 slot (with Steel Armor)2 x PCI-e 3.0 x16 slots
*All-new MSI Surface Mount Technology (SMT) solder welding improves signal clarity.
Gen4 & Gen3 M.2 Connectors
The MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI DDR4 motherboard features MSI’s latest M.2 slots (Intel Optane supported):
3 x Gen4 x4 64Gb/s slots1 x Gen3 x4 32Gb/s slot
*M.2 specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.
M.2 Shield Frozr
Even the world’s fastest SSDs will automatically slow if thermal throttling firmware detects excessively high temperatures.
M.2 Shield Frozr is MSI’s most advanced thermal solution, offering the best possible protection to ensure maximum SSD transfer speed performance.
Wi-Fi 6 & Bluetooth 5.2
2.5G LAN: An Intel I225-V 2.5Gbps LAN controller delivers a premium network gaming experience.
USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C: Enables ultra-fast 20Gbps data transfer rates between devices.
HD Audio: 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio with Audio Boost 5 & S/PDIF output.
Wi-Fi 6: Features an Intel Wi-Fi 6 module & Bluetooth 5.2 technology.
MSI Gaming Series
MAG MPG MPG MPG MEG
Form Factor
ATX ATX ATX ATX ATX
VRM
16+1+1 Duet Rail Power System, 70A SPS Direct 16+1+1 Phase Power System, 75A SPS Direct 18+1+1 Phase Power System, 75A SPS Direct 18+1+1 Phase Power System, 75A SPS Direct 19+2 Phase Power System, 105A SPS
DIMM Slots
DDR4 x 4 (5200+MHz/OC) DDR4 x 4 (5200+MHz/OC) DDR5 x 4 (6666+MHz/OC) DDR5 x 4 (6666+MHz/OC) DDR5 x 4 (6666+MHz/OC)
PCI-e x16 Slots
5.0 x 1 / 3.0 x 2 5.0 x 1 / 3.0 x 2 5.0 x 2 / 3.0 x 1 5.0 x 2 / 3.0 x 1 5.0 x 2
M.2 Slots
4.0 x 3 / 3.0 x 1 4.0 x 4 4.0 x 4 / 3.0 x 1 4.0 x 4 / 3.0 x 1 4.0 x 4 / 3.0 x 1
M.2 Shield Frozr
Top Top Top Top Double-Sided
Audio
8-Channel (7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost 5 8-Channel (7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost 5 8-Channel (7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost 5 8-Channel (7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost 5 8-Channel (7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost 5
LAN
Intel I225V 2.5G LAN Intel I225V 2.5G LAN Intel I225V 2.5G LAN Intel I225V 2.5G LAN 2 x Intel I225V 2.5G LAN
WiFi & Bluetooth
Intel Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2 Intel Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2 Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2 Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2 Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2
EXTENDED COOLING & ARMOURED X16 – VRM cooling features an enlarged heatsink for improved passive cooling & 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads; a 6-layer PCB base & enlarged chipset heatsink help dissipate heat; robust PCIe x16 steel armour ensures excellent durability under heavy loading
MULTI-GPU SLOTS, HIGH RAM SPEEDS – The primary PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (with steel frame) supports AMD CrossFire technology (via secondary/tertiary PCIe 3.0 x16 slots); quad DDR4 DIMMs with Memory Boost architecture enable faster SDRAM for overclocking (5200+MHz/OC)
QUADRUPLE M.2 CONNECTORS – Storage includes 3 x M.2 Gen4 x4 64Gb/s slots (Intel Optane supported) with Shield Frozr to prevent thermal throttling during hyper-fast SSD access
WI-FI 6 CONNECTED – Features the latest Wi-Fi 6 module (ultra-low latency, high-bandwidth) & Bluetooth 5.2 technology; Fixed ports include USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (20Gb/s), 4K/60Hz HDMI 2.1 display, Intel 2.5G LAN, and 7.1 HD Audio with Audio Boost 5
