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MAG Z690 TORPEDO
Conquer the Battlefield
For gamers looking for a 12th Gen Intel Core platform with PCI-e 5.0 x16 graphics card architecture, accelerated DDR5 memory, and a vast array of M.2 Gen4 storage options, the MSI MAG Z690 TORPEDO gaming motherboard is built to help conquer the battlefield.
Supports Intel Core 12th Gen Processors (LGA 1700) 4 x DDR5 DIMMs, Memory Boost (6400MHz+ 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
Z690 Chipset, 16+1+1 Duet Rail VRM, Complete Cooling, DDR5 Memory Boost
Supports Intel Core 12th Gen Processors
The MAG Z690 TORPEDO 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:
Digital PWM IC1 Phase GT Power16 Duet Rail Power System (Smart Power Stage / 70A)1 Phase AUX Power
Complete Cooling Solution
VRM Cooling: Features an extended heatsink 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 DDR5 Dual Channel (6400+ MHz Overclocked*)
Memory Boost: A fully-isolated circuit delivers pure DDR5 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 6400+ MHz, supports Intel XMP 3.0 OC.
PCI-e 5.0 x16 Slot, Cutting-Edge Storage Performance, Intel 2.5G LAN
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 TORPEDO 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.
Intel 2.5G LAN
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.
MSI Gaming Series
MAG MAG MPG MEG MEG
Form Factor
ATX ATX ATX ATX E-ATX
VRM
16+1+1 Duet Rail Power System, 70A SPS 16+1+1 Duet Rail Power System, 70A SPS Direct 18+1+1 Phase Power System, 75A SPS Direct 19+2 Phase Power System, 105A SPS Direct 19+1+2 Phase Power System, 105A SPS
DIMM Slots
DDR5 x 4 (6400+MHz/OC) DDR5 x 4 (6400+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 5.0 x 2 / 4.0 x 1
M.2 Slots
4.0 x 3 / 3.0 x 1 4.0 x 3 / 3.0 x 1 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 Double-Sided 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 5HD
LAN
Intel I225V 2.5G LAN Intel I225V 2.5G LAN Intel I225V 2.5G LAN 2 x Intel I225V 2.5G LAN 2 x Intel I225V 2.5G LAN
WiFi & Bluetooth
Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2 Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2 Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2 Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2
HARDY VRM, 12TH GEN CORE READY – The MAG Z690 TORPEDO employs a 16+1+1 duet rail VRM platform with 70A Smart Power Stage for the Intel Z690 chipset (LGA 1700, 12th Gen Core ready); Core Boost architecture supports multi-core overclocking
COOL PERFORMANCE – VRM cooling features 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads and an extended heatsink design; Includes M.2 Shield Frozr & a 6-layer server-grade PCB with 2oz of thickened copper for stability
DDR5 MEMORY, PCI-E 5.0 x16 SLOT – 4 x DDR5 DIMM SMT slots with Memory Boost isolated circuitry for overclocking (1DPC 1R, 6400+ MHz); A PCIe 5.0 x16 SMT slot (128GB/s) supports elite graphics cards (2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots, AMD CrossFire supported)
TRIPLE M.2 GEN4 CONNECTORS – Premium storage options consist of 3 x M.2 Gen4 x4 64Gbps slots and 1 x M.2 Gen3 x4 32Gbps slot (Intel Optane supported) with Shield Frozr to prevent SSD thermal throttling
2.5G LAN CONNECTIVITY – Network hardware includes an Intel I225V 2.5Gbps LAN; Rear ports include USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (20Gbps), HDMI 2.1 & DisplayPort 1.4, and 7.1 HD Audio with Audio Boost 5 (supports S/PDIF output)
