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MPG Z690 CARBON WIFI
Perform in Style
For pro gamers looking for a high-performance 12th Gen Intel Core motherboard with dual PCI-e 5.0 x16 graphics card architecture, accelerated DDR5 memory, and a vast array of M.2 Gen4 storage options, the MSI MPG Z690 CARBON WIFI delivers both performance and style.
Supports Intel Core 12th Gen Processors (LGA 1700) 4 x DDR5 DIMMs, Memory Boost (6666MHz+ OC) Direct 18+1+1 Phase Power Design with 75A SPS 5 x M.2 Slots (4 x Gen4, 1 x Gen3) with Shield Frozr 2 x PCI-e 5.0 x16 (128GB/s), 1 x PCI-e 3.0 x16 Graphic Card Slots Intel I225-V 2.5G LAN Wi-Fi 6E with Bluetooth 5.2 USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (20Gbps)
Z690 Chipset, Direct 18+1+1 Phase VRM, Premium Cooling, DDR5 Memory Boost
Supports Intel Core 12th Gen Processors
The MPG Z690 CARBON WIFI motherboard supports 12th Gen Intel Core processors.
Form Factor: ATXSocket Type: LGA 1700Chipset: Intel Z690
Direct 18+1+1 Phase VRM with 75A SPS
The powerful VRM design features MSI exclusive Core Boost Technology powered by 2 x 8-pin CPU power connectors:
1 Phase GT PowerDigital PWM IC18 Direct Power Phases (Smart power Stage / 75A) 1 Phase AUX Power
An 8-layer server-grade PCB with 2oz of thickened copper improves performance & system stability.
Premium Cooling Solution
VRM Cooling: Features heavy-plated heatsinks, connecting heat pipe, 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.
Chipset Cooling: Includes an enlarged heatsink.
4 x DDR5 Dual Channel (6666+ 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 6666+ MHz, supports Intel XMP 3.0 OC.
2 x PCI-e 5.0 x16 Slots, Cutting-Edge Storage Performance, Wi-Fi 6E Connectivity
2 x 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:
2 x PCI-e 5.0 x16 slots (with Steel Armor)1 x PCI-e 3.0 x16 slot
*All-new MSI Surface Mount Technology (SMT) solder welding improves signal clarity.
Gen4 & Gen3 M.2 Connectors
The MPG Z690 CARBON WIFI motherboard features MSI’s latest M.2 slots (Intel Optane supported):
4 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 6E & 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 6E: Features the latest Intel Wi-Fi 6E module (ultra-low latency, high-bandwidth) & 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
STYLISH COOLING – High-efficiency VRM thermal dissipation pads (7 W/mK) transfer heat directly to aluminium heatsinks which act in concert via a bilateral heat pipe to regulate peak temperatures; Includes Mystic Light effects & Frozr AI thermal detection
MULTI-GPU SUPPORT, HIGH RAM SPEEDS – Dual PCIe 5.0 x16 slots support AMD CrossFire technology; quad DDR5 DIMMs with Memory Boost architecture enable faster SDRAM for overclocking (6666+MHz/OC)
QUINTUPLE M.2 CONNECTORS – Storage includes 4 x M.2 Gen4 x4 64Gb/s slots and 1 x M.2 Gen3 x4 32Gb/s slot (Intel Optane supported) with Shield Frozr to prevent thermal throttling during hyper-fast SSD access
WI-FI 6E CONNECTED – Features the latest Wi-Fi 6E 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
