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MSI has clearly targeted a cleaner look with the MSI MAG Z690 Tomahawk WiFi, and I would say they largely succeeded. The darker color scheme and understated aesthetic reminds me of the MEG UNIFY series of motherboards, instead of the more striking design of the MAG Z590 Tomahawk WiFi. I definitely commend MSI for offering a premium look at a more value-oriented lineup.
Read more @ Pokde
ASUS TUF Gaming Z690-Plus WIFI D4 is a powerful and functional motherboard with nice bonuses (we mean the updated Wi-Fi module and the presence of a PCI-E x4 connector), but with an impressive baggage of optimization problems. These are difficulties with overclocking memory, and a periodically flickering screen when starting a PC, and mediocre work of automation, which usually saves user time in the process of setting up / overclocking the system. We believe that the developers will solve these issues with the help of the latest firmware.
Read more @ itndaily (Russian)
The MSI MPG Z690 Carbon WiFi features a dedicated VRM design with 18 power stages, five M.2 sockets, and an additional BIOS flashback function to get you out of unwanted situations. To round out the experience, the MSI MPG Z690 Carbon WiFi also offers great connectivity with the newest WiFi 6E technology and 2.5G LAN for those who need to transfer data quickly. There is a lot to cover in this review, so let’s take a closer look at what the MSI MPG Z690 Carbon WiFi has to offer.
Read more @ TechPowerUp
In testing, the AORUS and Hero were consistently at the top of our charts, with the Xtreme taking more of the CPU-designed testing like PCMark and CrossMark, where the Hero was a bit better in 3DMark. In real-world gaming, both of these boards performed identically. Storage performance was a bit lower, 10 MB/s for the Xtreme vs. the Hero, but USB 3.2, SATA, and the like were all on point.
Read more @ TweakTown
To cool this power system we find a huge heatsink that has twice the dissipation surface of its predecessors, heatsinks that conform to the design of the MOSFET to increase the thermal efficiency of the heatsink and improve airflow and heat exchange. This increase in thermal performance is due to the main heatsink has been manufactured in one piece and implements several air inlets that improve the cooling of the assembly and greater efficiency in the dissipation of the heat produced by the board power system. To top all this off, is also implemented.
Read more @ GAME IT (Spanish)
On the right you can find the PCI-E Power connector for additional power to the expansion slots when using SLI / CF, a USB 3.2 header, a thermocouple header, and the greatest invention in a new generation of motherboards. Try to guess what it is? Do you think it’s an auto overclocking button or CLR_CMOS? Maybe launching a secret RGB auxiliary for overclocking?
Read more @ Overclockers Ukraine (Russian)
ASUS boards have holes for both standards, but in the case of LGA 1200, you need to make sure of the clamping force. The processor itself did not become higher or lower, but most likely the socket itself became a little lower and the processor substrate became thinner. All these are microns, but you need to take into account even them, so it is better to once again just make sure of the strength of the clamping, and somewhere, if really the edge, slip a copper plate. Double holes for mounts are even on the top boards such as ASUS Maximus Z690 Hero.
Read more @ Overclockers Russian (Russian)
It’s full Black dress consists of several heat sinks, one of which, equipped with two heat pipes, tackles the cooling of an M.2 SSD. We also have an imposing radiator with thin aluminum fins around the socket or a back plate occupying almost the entire surface of the PCB.
This Z690 Aorus XTREME is aimed at gamers, overclocking enthusiasts or enthusiasts looking to assemble an ultimate configuration. Through its Z690 Aorus Xtreme, Gigabyte offers all its know-how in terms of high-end motherboard. Its link with Aorus directs it to the gaming segment but it is armed with a whole arsenal to meet many other needs. We can mention overclocking or creation.
Read more @ GinjFo (French)
In this review we will be looking at the ASUS STRIX Z690-E Gaming WiFi from Republic of Gamers. As the name suggests this motherboard is built on the new Z690 chipset supporting a new generation of 12th edition processors from Intel, code named Alder Lake. The new processor features a larger socket design, new heatsink mounting position, new memory support and comes with PCI Express 5.0.
Read more @ Hardware Asylum
The MSI MEG Z690 GODLIKE comes in an E-ATX form factor but it is going to be the largest of all flagships from the top three vendors. ASUS’s ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme measures 305×277 mm while the Z690 AORUS Xtreme measures 305×285 mm. The MEG Z690 GODLIKE will measure an insane 305x310mm, almost a perfect square.
Read more @ Wccftech