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ASUS TUF GAMING Z690 PLUS WIFI D4 Intel LGA1700 ATX Gaming Motherboard with Aura Sync RGB Lighting
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TUF GAMING Z690 PLUS WIFI D4
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TUF GAMING Z690 PLUS WIFI D4
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Intel® Z690 (LGA 1700) ATX gaming motherboard, 15 DrMOS power stages, PCIe® 5.0, DDR4 memory, four M.2 slots, Wi-Fi 6 and Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet, HDMI®, DisplayPort™, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C®, front USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, SATA 6 Gbps, Thunderbolt™ 4 support and Aura Sync RGB lighting
- Intel® LGA 1700 socket: Ready for 12th Gen Intel Core™ processors
- Enhanced power solution: 14+1 DrMOS, six-layer PCB, ProCool sockets, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
- Next-gen connectivity: PCIe® 5.0, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C®, front USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, Thunderbolt™ 4 header support
- Made for online gaming: Wi-Fi 6, Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet and TUF LANGuard
- Two-way AI Noise-Cancelation: Reduces background noise from the microphone and audio output for crystal-clear communication in games or video conferences
- Comprehensive cooling: Enlarged VRM heatsink, PCH fanless heatsink, M.2 heatsinks, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4 utility in Armoury Crate
- Outshine RGB Aura Effect: Stylish edge and PCH lighting design, addressable RGB headers and RGB strip header support
Durable. Stable. Reliable.
ASUS TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS Wi-Fi D4 takes all the essential elements of the latest Intel® processors and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive cooling system, this motherboard offers rock-solid and stable performance for marathon gaming. Aesthetically, TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS Wi-Fi D4 sports the new TUF Gaming logo and incorporates simple geometric design elements to reflect the dependability and stability that defines the TUF Gaming series.
- HDMI
- DisplayPort
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C®
- 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
- 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
- Intel® 2.5G Ethernet
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C®
- Intel® Wi-Fi 6
- 7.1-ch Audio
- 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (CPU)
1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (PCH, at x4 mode)- ASUS SafeSlot
- Realtek® 7.1-ch Audio CODEC
Exclusive DTS Audio Processing- TUF Gaming Audio Cover
- Audio Shielding
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
- Premium audio capacitors
- ProCool Connectors
- 3 x Addressable Gen 2 RGB headers
1 x RGB Strip header - DrMOS
- AURA Sync
- DDR4 5333 (OC)
ASUS OptiMem II
- Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 12th Gen Intel® Core™,
Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors - 1 x Front USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® port
- 1 x Front USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
- 2 x M.2 22110 PCIe 4.0 x4 mode
1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes
1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 mode - 4 x SATA 3.0 Ports
- Intel® Z690 Chipset
- 2 x Front USB 2.0 headers
- 1 x Thunderbolt header
Rock-Solid Performance
With upgraded power delivery and comprehensive cooling options to drive the 12th Gen Intel Core™ processors, plus support for faster memory and storage, TUF GAMING Z690 motherboards are the perfect foundation for your next high-core-count battle rig.
Power-Design
Driver and MOSFET
DrMOS
The onboard VRMs feature 14+1 DrMOS power stages that combine high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into a single package, delivering the power and efficiency that 12th Gen Intel Core processors demand. The power stages are each rated to handle 80 amperes to provide stable performance for current and future Intel processors.
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Multilayer PCB
Six-Layer PCB Design
Multiple PCB layers optimize heat management for critical components, providing more headroom to push CPUs beyond stock speeds..png)
Power Connector
ProCool Connectors
Enhanced EATX 8-Pin and 4-Pin Connectors- Provide extreme durability
- Prevent hotspots and connector failure
System Stability
TUF Components
TUF Chokes
Certified military-grade TUF chokes deliver rock-solid power to the CPU, improving system stability.TUF Capacitors
Proprietary capacitors provide up to 20% wider temperature tolerance and five times longer lifespan.
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Controller
Digi+ VRM
The integrated Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the industry, optimized for ultra-smooth and ultra-clean power delivery to the CPU at all times.
Cooling
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Cooler by design
1. Enlarged VRM heatsinkThe extensive surface area of the massive heatsink covers the VRMs and chokes to improve heat dissipation.
2. Enlarged PCH heatsink
An expanded surface area for the chipset cooler maximizes performance and heat dissipation.
3. Three M.2 slots with heatsinks
Three out of four M.2 slots have dedicated heatsinks, keeping M.2 SSDs at optimal operating temperatures to ensure consistent performance and reliability.
Comprehensive Fan Controls
TUF GAMING Z690 motherboards feature comprehensive fan controls that can be configured via the Fan Xpert 4 utility or the award-winning ASUS UEFI BIOS.
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Each header can be set to monitor and react to three user-configurable thermal sensors for workload-based cooling, and all settings can be easily managed by Fan Xpert 4 or via the UEFI.
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An integrated AIO system enables full control of PWM or DC water pumps, making it perfect for custom or self-contained cooling setups.
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All onboard chassis fan headers support auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.
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A dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from excess heat and electrical currents.
Memory & Storage
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DRAM Overclocking Performance
DDR4 OC 5333
Improvements to trace routing design provide the latest Intel processors with enhanced access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to reduce path distance, and it adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk.
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Four PCIe 4.0 M.2
The four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots support up to two 22110 devices and also provide NVMe SSD RAID support for incredible performance potential. Create a RAID configuration with up to four PCIe 4.0 storage devices to enjoy the fastest data transfer speeds.* Actual transmission speed will be lower than theoretical maximum speed.
* M.2_2 and M.2_4 support type 2280.
Connectivity
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PCIe 5.0
The 12th Gen Intel processors bring PCIe 5.0 support to the market. PCIe 5.0 offers twice the data transfer speed of PCIe 4.0, making it robust enough to handle new data-heavy tasks. PCIe 5.0 also brings other benefits, such as electrical changes to improve signal integrity, backward-compatible CEM connectors for add-in cards, and backward compatibility with previous versions of PCI Express
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Front USB Port
A full complement of USB ports support high-end rigs loaded with peripherals, including a front-panel USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® connector that provides data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps..png)
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C
Extensive USB support ensures connections to a wide array of peripherals. TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS Wi-Fi D4 includes a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C® port on the rear I/O panel that delivers increased bandwidth and transmission speeds of up to 20 Gbps..png)
Thunderbolt™ 4 Support
TUF GAMING Z690 series features Thunderbolt™ 4 support via an on-board header. With an Intel-certified ASUS ThunderboltEX 4 add-on card* TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS Wi-Fi D4 can also enable bi-directional speeds of up to 40 Gbps on a single cable. Additionally, this card has a daisy-chain function for multi-screen connection and supports up to an 8K resolution display. It can also provide up to 100 watts of power to fast-charge devices.* ASUS ThunderboltEX 4 add-on card is sold separately.
40 Gbps via Thunderbolt 4
Consistent, superfast performance
Easy PC DIY
TUF GAMING motherboards are designed to be easy to set up and configure just the way you want — even for first-time builders. The TUF GAMING Alliance ecosystem makes selecting compatible parts easy, while Armoury Crate software provides Fan Xpert 4 and hardware information and offers full control of Two-Way AI Noise-Cancellation, RGB lighting and peripheral settings. The TUF GAMING platform gives you the arsenal you need to build and optimize your dream gaming rig, without unnecessary complexity.
TUF Protection
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SafeSlot & SafeDIMM
PCIe 5.0 is 2x faster than PCIe 4.0, so it was adapted to the SMT manufacturing process for the faster SafeSlot, to ensure the highest data speeds. SafeSlot is a reinforced metal sheath added to a PCIe slot to keep a card firmly installed. Meanwhile, strong ASUS SafeDIMM sheathes support and protect memory modules on select ASUS motherboards, empowering you to insert your modules with speed, accuracy and confidence.ESD Guards
ESD Guards prolong the life of components while preventing damage from electrostatic discharge, providing protection for up to +/- 10 kV of air discharge and +/- 6 kV of contact discharge — greatly surpassing the respective industry standards of +/- 6 kV and +/- 4 kV. Surface-mounted TVS diodes in a dual in-line package help protect your PC from voltage spikes.
Additional on-circuit ESD transient-voltage-suppression.
TUF LANGuard
TUF LANGuard is a military-grade innovation that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput, protecting the motherboard from lightning strikes and static electricity.
* ESD result is undertaken by individual LANGaurd.
DRAM Overvoltage Protection
Onboard resettable fuses prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM to safeguard the lifespan of your system and connected devices..png)
Stainless Steel Back I/O Panel
TUF GAMING motherboards have a corrosion-resistant stainless steel back I/O panel bonded with chromium oxide to provide a lifespan that’s three times longer than traditional panels. With this protective feature, TUF GAMING motherboards passed 72-hour salt fog testing, while other brands only passed 24-hour testing.
Easy Configuration
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M.2 Q-Latch
The innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools. The design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the M.2 SSD, neatly eliminating the need for screws..png)
Removable Captive Screws
Specialized M.2 slot screws reduce the risk of dropping or losing a screw somewhere in your case during M.2 heatsink removal..png)
Q-LED
The on-board Q-LED troubleshooting lights give PC builders a quick indicator to confirm that key components ― CPU, RAM, graphics card, storage devices ― are functioning normally during startup.Armoury Crate
Armoury Crate is exclusive ASUS software that gives you centralized control of supported gaming products. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate lets you easily customize RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal and synchronize them with Aura Sync for unified system lighting effects. It also provides hardware information and control of settings for a select and growing number of products, including keyboard and mouse preferences, Fan Xpert 4 and Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation, making it easier to tune the look and feel of your system. Armoury Crate even features dedicated product registration and news sections to help you stay in touch with the gaming community.
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Hardware Information
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Fan Xpert 4
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Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation
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Aura Sync
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Driver & Manual Download
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Driver & Manual Download
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Account Management
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Account Management
Immersive Gaming
TUF GAMING Z690 motherboards provide a high-performance gaming package with a long list of features to improve your experiences, including ultrafast networking for smoother online gameplay, pristine audio with positional cues for FPS gaming, and onboard RGB lighting that syncs with attached accessories to help you create a personalized gaming atmosphere.
Networking
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Intel® Wi-Fi 6
The Intel® Wi-Fi 6 module is compatible with the 802.11ax standard and pushes theoretical peak bandwidth up to an incredible 2.4 Gbps. Perhaps more importantly for power users, it's optimized for more efficient operation on crowded networks with a lot of competing traffic. Pair your motherboard with ASUS Wi-Fi 6 routers to fully experience the networking potential of Wi-Fi 6. The Wi-Fi antenna designs with four-way positioning that enables better signal reception, and a magnetic base to secure the antenna on the top or side of the PC case.
MyASUS
MyASUS offers a variety of support features to help you contact customer service, troubleshoot issues and optimize product performance. You can also use MyASUS to enable the Wi-Fi SmartConnect function to automatically connect to the wireless router with the best signal.
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Intel® 2.5 Gb Ethernet
Onboard 2.5 Gb Ethernet gives your wired connection a boost with speeds that are up to 2.5x faster than standard Ethernet connections. This translates to incredibly fast file transfers, low-lag online gaming, and high-res video streaming.Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation
This powerful ASUS-exclusive utility leverages a massive deep-learning database to reduce background noise from the microphone* and incoming audio, while preserving voices. Distracting keyboard clatter, mouse clicks and other ambient noises are removed, so you can hear and be heard with perfect clarity while gaming or during calls.* An audio splitter (3.5 mm audio jack Y-cable) is necessary when using a 3.5 mm headset.
500M
Deep-learning database
Deep-learning database
Audio
Input/output
Input/output
High
Fidelity
Fidelity
Minimal
Performance impact
Performance impact
* Testing configuration: CPU: 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processor; motherboard: ROG MAXIMUS XIII HERO; graphics card: NVIDIA RTX 3070; DRAM: G.SKILL F4-3200C16Q-32GVK; power: SUPER FLOWER 550 W; HDD: ADATA SX910 SSD 128 G; cooling: Enermax T.B.APOLLISH; game: CALL OF DUTY: MODERN WARFARE; voice communication app: Discord (in-app noise-canceling effects disabled); background noise: keyboard typing, mouse clicking, people talking, and music.
* Actual performance varies by configuration.
* Actual performance varies by configuration.
Hear the Difference
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AI OFF
AI ON
Background noise
Other human voice
Human speech
Gaming Audio
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Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound
1. TUF Gaming audio chip protectionEnhanced electrical shielding preserves the integrity of audio signals to ensure the best quality.
2. High-definition audio
Premium audio capacitors provide warm, natural and immersive sound.
3. Audio shielding
The specialized audio path design separates analog and digital signal domains to significantly reduce multi-lateral interference.
Better Audio Effects
DTS Audio Processing
DTS Audio Processing enhances gaming headset and speaker audio experiences by reducing distortion and by providing deeper bass, so games, movies, and music sound better. It also allows you to customize audio settings..png)
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Aura Sync RGB Lighting
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Outshine the Competition
A well-tuned system deserves a matching aesthetic. TUF Gaming Z690 series features edge lighting to enhance its rugged look, and now the PCH heatsink gets RGB lighting to take the style even further. ASUS Aura offers full RGB control with a variety of functional presets for built-in LEDs as well as third-party strips you can connect to onboard RGB headers. And it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware.
Static
Breathing
Strobing
Rainbow
Color Cycle
Starry Night
Music Effect
Smart
Dark
Adaptive Color
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Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header
The addressable Gen 2 RGB header is now capable of detecting the number of LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new header also offers backward-compatibility with existing addressable RGB gear.
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About ASUS
ASUS is a multinational company known for the world’s best motherboards, PCs, monitors, graphics cards and routers, and is ranked by Laptop Mag as the best laptop brand in 2020. Along with an expanding range of superior gaming, content-creation and AIoT solutions, ASUS leads the industry through cutting-edge design and innovations made to create the most ubiquitous, intelligent, heartfelt and joyful smart life for everyone. With a global workforce that includes more than 5,000 R&D professionals, ASUS is driven to become the world’s most admired innovative leading technology enterprise. Inspired by the In Search of Incredible brand spirit, ASUS won more than 11 awards every day in 2020 and ranks as one of Forbes’ World’s Best Regarded Companies and Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies.
About ROG
Republic of Gamers (ROG) is an ASUS sub-brand dedicated to creating the world’s best gaming hardware and software. Formed in 2006, ROG offers a complete line of innovative products known for performance and quality, including motherboards, graphics cards, laptops, desktops, monitors, audio equipment, routers and peripherals. ROG participates in and sponsors major international gaming events. ROG gear has been used to set hundreds of overclocking records and it continues to be the preferred choice of gamers and enthusiasts around the world.
© 2021 ASUS Computer International. All Rights Reserved. ASUS is a registered trademark of ASUSTeK Computer. All specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers on selected models. Products may not be available in all markets. Product may not be exactly as shown in photos. Actual colors may differ from their appearance due to variation of monitor restrictions and color processing. All trademarks are registered to their respective companies. ASUS shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
ASUS is a multinational company known for the world’s best motherboards, PCs, monitors, graphics cards and routers, and is ranked by Laptop Mag as the best laptop brand in 2020. Along with an expanding range of superior gaming, content-creation and AIoT solutions, ASUS leads the industry through cutting-edge design and innovations made to create the most ubiquitous, intelligent, heartfelt and joyful smart life for everyone. With a global workforce that includes more than 5,000 R&D professionals, ASUS is driven to become the world’s most admired innovative leading technology enterprise. Inspired by the In Search of Incredible brand spirit, ASUS won more than 11 awards every day in 2020 and ranks as one of Forbes’ World’s Best Regarded Companies and Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies.
About ROG
Republic of Gamers (ROG) is an ASUS sub-brand dedicated to creating the world’s best gaming hardware and software. Formed in 2006, ROG offers a complete line of innovative products known for performance and quality, including motherboards, graphics cards, laptops, desktops, monitors, audio equipment, routers and peripherals. ROG participates in and sponsors major international gaming events. ROG gear has been used to set hundreds of overclocking records and it continues to be the preferred choice of gamers and enthusiasts around the world.
© 2021 ASUS Computer International. All Rights Reserved. ASUS is a registered trademark of ASUSTeK Computer. All specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers on selected models. Products may not be available in all markets. Product may not be exactly as shown in photos. Actual colors may differ from their appearance due to variation of monitor restrictions and color processing. All trademarks are registered to their respective companies. ASUS shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.