So, before us is the Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Xtreme motherboard , the suffix of which Xtreme already indicates that this is the highest product based on Intel Z690 (only a complete analog can be more expensive, but complete with a water block for use with a custom liquid cooling system). Usually motherboards of this level come with a rich set of peripherals and a luxurious bundle.
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The MSI MPG Z690 Carbon WiFi is one of these launch motherboards with a list of enticing specifications. You’ve got PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 support, not to mention five M.2 slots, a hefty VRM setup with an 18+1+1 power delivery design, and a stunning subtle design that will work well with most PC cases. It’s certainly poised for a seat on the best motherboards list, but it might be too much for some.
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The fact that B660 motherboards might not support Gen5 is actually a bit surprising considering that Gen5 lanes are attached to the CPU, not the chipset. However, the B660 chipset is aiming at the mid-range segment and 12th Gen Core non-K series. People who might want to upgrade to the LGA1700 platform with the minimum investment are not likely to jump on the Gen5 GPUs and SSDs right away (such devices are expected to launch in the first half of 2022). So needless to say Gen5 is not exactly a feature they might miss.
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In terms of aesthetics, the MSI MEG Z690 GODLIKE motherboard features a vast array of RGB LEDs running over the M.2 slots, the I/O panel, and the PCH heatsink. There’s also a huge 3.5″ Touch LCD panel right next to the DDR5 DIMM slots making it as large as the first iPhone. The LCD panel will display useful metrics such as core clocks, temperatures, voltage readings and can be further customized through MSI’s Dragon app.
Underneath the heatsink, you’ll find a total of three M.2 slots for your high-speed storage needs. The first slot is connected to the CPU, while the bottom two are connected to the chipset, but you can get two more via the ROG Hyper M.2 expansion card if you need more. PCIe 5.0 is one of the new features available on the Z690 chipset motherboards but it’s currently supported on the first and second PCIe x16 slots, depending on your setup – x16 or x8/x8 configuration.
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At first glance, we can see that the Z690 AORUS Xtreme gets a total makeover for the box design with an even fancier looking AORUS Eagle than the Z590 AORUS Xtreme and we can clearly see that they’re pushing hard on the PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 support on the Z690 chipset board. Information at the back of the box is still presented in a similar layout except that it’s now with the new features for the Z690 AORUS Xtreme.
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The Pro series never disappoints, and proof of this will be its 4 M.2 PCIe 4.0 slots with heatsinks, PCIe 5.0 slot or its capacity for DDR5 modules up to 6200 MHz . It also has USB Gen2x2 , ALC4080 sound card , reinforced slots and video port. Although it is surprising that it is limited to Wi-Fi 6 (not 6E), but they are necessary details to lower the price not of much importance in practice. What leaves no doubt is that it will get the best out of the 12600K as we have seen in your analysis, let’s start your review!
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But it will be in its construction where it shines the brightest, with a VRM of 20 + 1 phases of 90A, a total of 5 M.2 slots adding its ROG Hyper M.2 card , and an impressive rear panel with dual Thunderbolt 4. Neither it overlooks incorporating the best sound integrated with a SupremeFX ALC4082 + DAC codec and Wi-Fi 6E. How will the 12900K behave on your socket? Let’s get started!
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It is an elegant and balanced high-end model, offering a brutal 19 + 2-phase 105A VRM that takes the power available for these CPUs to a new level. It also comes full of new features in its connectivity, releasing DDR5 XMP 3.0 memories, PCIe 5.0 slots, the new Z690 chipset along with LGA 1700 and up to 5, yes 5 M.2 PCIe 4.0 slots . We will discover all this and more in our in-depth review, let’s get started!
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Asus ProArt Z690-CREATOR WIFI It will be our protagonist today, a high-end motherboard with connectivity and features adapted to a greater extent to content creators . The obvious thing will be the design, but the connectivity reflects that character very well, with dual Thunderbolt 4 ports for varied connections, 2.5G + 10G LAN for internal networks or high-speed NAS, or front USB-C with fast charging of 60W.
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