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Rectangular ATX board, silver heatsinks, black PCB, rear I/O shield visible

MSI

MSI PRO Z690-A WIFI DDR4 128GB Intel motherboard

SKU CH-R7SF-3AFYT

Supports 12th Gen Intel Core processors with DDR4 memory up to 128GB and 2.5Gbps LAN

  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1700
  • CPU TypeSupports 12th Gen Intel Core™ Processors, Pentium Gold and C
  • ChipsetIntel Z690
  • Memory StandardSupports dual-channel DDR4 5200 (OC) MHz memory
  • Maximum Memory Supported128GB
  • PCI Slots3x PCIe x16 slots PCI_E1 (from CPU) Supports up to PCIe 5.0
  • Supports 12th Gen Intel Core processors on LGA 1700 socket
  • Dual-channel DDR4 memory up to 5200 MHz overclocked
  • Maximum 128 GB memory capacity for heavy workloads
  • Three PCIe x16 slots including PCIe 5.0 support
  • Intel 2.5 Gbps LAN and 7.1-channel Realtek ALC897 audio

Socket and chipset

The MSI PRO Z690-A WIFI DDR4 motherboard pairs an Intel Z690 chipset with an LGA 1700 socket for 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors. It delivers a full-size ATX layout with dual-channel DDR4 memory support up to 5200 MHz when overclocked. Integrated 2.5 Gbps LAN and 7.1-channel audio complete the platform.

Best fit and alternatives

This board suits builders who want four M.2 interfaces, six SATA III ports and a rear USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C connection running at 20 Gbps. It also provides three PCIe x16 slots with the primary slot wired for PCIe 5.0 x16 from the CPU. Buyers needing a smaller micro-ATX footprint should look elsewhere.

Deciding specification

The maximum supported memory capacity is 128 GB of DDR4. If the build requires more than 128 GB or must use a different memory type, this motherboard will not meet the requirement.

Highlights

  • Supports 12th Gen Intel Core processors on LGA 1700 socket
  • Dual-channel DDR4 memory up to 5200 MHz overclocked
  • Maximum 128 GB memory capacity for heavy workloads
  • Three PCIe x16 slots including PCIe 5.0 support
  • Intel 2.5 Gbps LAN and 7.1-channel Realtek ALC897 audio

Specifications

BrandMSI
SeriesMSI PRO Z690-A WIFI DDR4
ModelMSI PRO Z690-A WIFI DDR4
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1700
CPU TypeSupports 12th Gen Intel Core™ Processors, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
Processor socket LGA1700
ChipsetIntel Z690
Memory StandardSupports dual-channel DDR4 5200 (OC) MHz memory
Maximum Memory Supported128GB
PCI Slots3x PCIe x16 slots
PCI_E1 (from CPU)
Supports up to PCIe 5.0 x16
PCI_E3 & PCI_E4 (from Z690 chipset)
Supports up to PCIe 3.0 x4& 3.0 x1
1x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot (from Z690 chipset)
SATA RAID4XM.2 interface, 6xSATA III interface
Audio ChipsetRealtek ALC897 Codec
7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
LAN Chipset1x Intel I225-V 2.5Gbps LAN controller
Onboard USBIntel Z690 Chipset
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps Type-C port on the back panel
2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps ports (1 Type-C internal connector and 1 Type-A port on the back panel)
6x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports (2 Type-A ports on the back panel, and 4 ports are available through the internal USB connectors)
4x USB 2.0 Type-A ports on the back panel
USB 2.0 Hubs GL850G
4x USB 2.0 ports are available through the internal USB connectors

Questions about this item

What 12th Gen Intel processor socket does the MSI PRO Z690-A WIFI DDR4 require?

The board uses the LGA 1700 socket, so a compatible 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold or Celeron CPU must be installed for the system to start.

Will my existing DDR4 modules run at their rated speed on this Z690 board?

The board supports dual-channel DDR4 up to 5200 MHz (OC); installed DDR4 DIMMs will operate at their rated speed up to that limit.

How can I confirm the 2.5 Gbps LAN and Wi-Fi are active after building?

Check Device Manager for the Intel I225-V 2.5Gbps controller and the Wi-Fi adapter, then run a network speed test to verify throughput.

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