ROG STRIX Z690-F GAMING WIFIN/AROG Strix Z690-F Gaming WiFi offers premium-grade power delivery and cooling to unleash the full force of 12th Gen Intel Core processors. Framerates and load times can be boosted even further by all-new support for DDR5 memory and PCIe 5.0 video cards. Plus ASUS-exclusive intelligent controls help optimize PC settings while onboard WiFi 6E can bring lightning-fast data transfers to an endless variety of scenarios. On top of all that DIY-friendly innovations help simplify the PC building process to get to you up and running smoothly.N/AN/APOWER DESIGNN/ADigital power control and an array of power stages provide the muscle needed to control the latest Intel CPUs.N/AN/AIntegrated I/O Cover & VRM HeatsinksN/ATwo thick VRM heatsinks connected by a heat pipe and bonded to a pre-mounted metal I/O shield provide ample surface area and mass to handle the power needs of high-performance 12th Gen Intel processors.N/AN/AThermal PadsN/ASpecially engineered thermal pads efficiently transfer heat from the inductor and phase array to the heatsink.N/AN/AFour M.2 HeatsinksN/AMultiple M.2 heatsinks help maintain onboard M.2 NVME SSDs at optimal temperatures for consistent performance and reliability.N/AN/AM.2 BackplateN/AAn integrated M.2 backplate helps ensure that high-performance drives deliver peak performance even when airflow is restricted.N/AN/ACOOLER BY DESIGNN/AROG Strix Z690 motherboards feature comprehensive cooling options that are configurable via the Fan Xpert 4 tool in Armoury Crate or within the UEFI BIOS.N/AN/ACPU fan headersN/AA dedicated pair of PWM/DC fan headers for CPU coolersN/AN/AAIO pump fan headerN/AA dedicated PWM/DC header for self-contained water-cooling setupsN/AN/AM.2 heatsinkN/AKeeps a mounted M.2 SSD at the optimum operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability.N/AN/AM.2 backplateN/AProvides additional heat dissipation to deal with the thermal load of high-performance M.2 NVME SSDsN/AN/A4-pin PWM/DC fan headersN/AHeaders that supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fansN/AN/ATWO-WAY AI NOISE CANCELATIONN/AThis 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.N/AA splitter cable is necessary when using a 3.5 mm headset.N/AN/AAI OVERCLOCKINGN/AROG AI Overclocking is an intelligent utility that helps you get the most out of your build by automatically profiling your CPU and cooling system to predict optimal voltage and frequency settings.N/AN/AAccessible via the AI Suite software in Windows or directly through the UEFI the intuitive AI Overclocking user interface enables users of all levels. A range of customizable settings are available for seasoned overclockers and an auto-tuning option is available for beginners.N/AN/AAI COOLINGN/AASUS AI Cooling technology automatically manages and controls motherboard-connected fans to ensure optimal settings based on current system load and temperature.N/AN/AAI NETWORKINGN/AThe proprietary ROG GameFirst VI utility is designed to help all users beginners experts and everyone in between optimize network settings to ensure smooth online gameplay. New to this generation GameFirst VI features AI-enhanced identification and boost technologies to ensure faster and smarter network optimization.N/AN/AIdentificationN/AGameFirst VI analyzes usage patterns and the digital signatures of your applications and compares them to a database of over 200000 apps.N/AN/ABoostN/AGameFirst VI intelligently switches application priority and adjusts bandwidth depending on the situation. When gaming it accelerates and prioritizes game packets to give you supersmooth online gameplay even when you’re streaming high-quality video or transferring large files.N/AN/AVisualizationN/AAn intuitive graph provides an overview of real-time network status. Simply click on the tab to view the current bandwidth usage of each application geolocation status of each network connection or an analysis of the WiFi channels.N/AN/AWHAT IT DOESN/AN/ADDR5 Overclocking Strength - ASUS Enhanced Memory ProfileN/AComprehensive memory tuning options are the cornerstone of ROG motherboards. For DDR5 the Strix Z690 lineup breaks performance limits by providing a stacked suite of overclocking parameters for not only high-speed kits but even entry-level memory modules that have a locked power management IC (PMIC).N/AN/ANew to overclocking? Click here to learn about the ASUS-exclusive AEMP technologyN/AA dedicated circuit on the motherboard safely circumvents DDR5 memory PMIC restrictions allowing you to step past the default 1.1-volt limit and push frequency and timings to the max.N/AOrdinarily a restricted PMIC that has been unlocked requires the system to be fully power-cycled each time memory voltage is adjusted. ROG motherboards leverage onboard hardware and firmware to cleverly work around this irksome limitation enabling voltage adjustments to be applied through the same soft system-reset process employed for previous generations of DDR memory.N/AN/APCIe PerformanceN/AWith four strategically placed M.2 slots ROG Strix Z690-F Gaming WiFi leverages mighty CPU and chipset bandwidth to deliver lightning-fast PCIe 4.0 data transfers Intel NVM Express RAID and high-capacity drive options that blaze past traditional SATA-based SSDs.N/AN/AWIFI 6E (802.11 AX)N/AOnboard WiFi 6E technology takes advantage of the newly available radio spectrum in the 6 GHz band. It provides up to three times the bandwidth of the 5 GHz band and up to seven 160 MHz bands to deliver ultrafast wireless networking speeds and improved capacity as well as better performance in dense wireless environments.N/AWiFi 6E availability and features are dependent on regulatory limitations and co-existence with 5 GHz WiFiN/AN/AIntel 2.5 Gb EthernetN/AOnboard 2.5 Gb Ethernet gives your wired connection a boost delivering up to 2.5X the speed of standard Ethernet connections for faster file transfers low-lag gaming and high-resolution video streaming.N/AN/ASUPREMEFXN/AROG SupremeFX is a unique blend of hardware and software that provides superior audio. In ROG Strix Z690-F Gaming WiFi SupremeFX features the ALC4080 codec to increase playback resolution from 192 kHz to 384 kHz across all channels. The front-panel output is streamed through a highly integrated Savitech amplifier thats capable of driving of a wide variety of gaming headsets and high-fidelity headphones.N/AN/AUNDENIABLY ROG STRIXN/AA specially illuminated acrylic display on the I/O cover gives the illusion that the circuit board is visible beneath an RGB ROG logo. Meanwhile touches of brushed metal throughout the motherboard plus the stitched fabric of the ROG Strix Cable organizer deliver a variety of carefully crafted surface textures. Last but not least a special lighting pattern built into the motherboard finishes off a colorful tour of the ROG worldview.N/AN/AOUTSHINE THE COMPETITIONN/AROG Strix motherboards deliver sterling performance and superior aesthetics to outshine the competition. They also feature built-in ASUS Aura technology that enables full RGB lighting control and a variety of presets for embedded RGB LEDs and third-party lighting strips that can connect to onboard RGB headers. In addition all lighting can be easily synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable ASUS hardware.N/AN/APCIE SLOT Q-RELEASEN/AA physical button unlocks the first PCIe slots security latch with one tap greatly simplifying the process of detaching a PCIe card from the motherboard when its time to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible device.N/AN/AM.2 Q-LATCHN/AThe 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 drive and neatly eliminate traditional screws.N/AN/ACLR CMOS BUTTONN/AA quick press of the Clr CMOS button helps reset BIOS settings. It can also be used to reboot the PC if incorrect BIOS settings have been selected.N/AN/ABIOS FLASHBACK BUTTONN/ABIOS FlashBack is the simplest and safest way to update BIOS. Simply drop the (UEFI) BIOS file onto a FAT32-formatted USB stick and plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack port and press the button. Updates can even be performed without having memory or a CPU installed.N/AN/AROG STRIX CABLE ORGANIZERN/AThis cable management feature enhances the flexibility of PC building. And with its Velcro interior users can keep reusing the organizer if they need to make changes later on.N/AN/ACERTIFIED COMPATIBILITYN/AROG Strix motherboards undergo an extensive certification program to ensure compatibility with the widest range of components and devices. Our Qualified Vendor List (QVL) provides a reference for identifying guaranteed-compatible components and memory.N/AN/AASUS AIO coolers are also compatible with a wide variety of CPUs up to and including 12th Gen Intel processors giving you ultimate flexibility to cool the CPU that fits your needs.N/AN/ATHE ROG STRIX ECOSYSTEM AWAITSN/ALevel up your game with ROG Strix. Enjoy complementary aesthetics control and compatibility across AIO coolers cases peripherals and much more. ROG offers more choices than any other brand.N/AN/AUEFI BIOSN/AThe renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure tweak and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY as well as more comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.N/AN/ASONIC STUDIO IIIN/AROG Sonic Studio supports HRTF-based (head-related transfer function*) virtual surround for VR headsets casting an immersive aural landscape that draws you deeper into the action. The intuitive Sonic Studio interface also offers a range of EQ options and one-click presets allowing you to tailor acoustics to suit personal preferences or the characteristics of your headset.N/AN/ADTS: SOUND UNBOUNDN/AROG Strix Z690 motherboards are pre-loaded with the DTS Sound Unbound app that envelops you in audio as never before conjuring whole new levels of immersion for extraordinary gaming and entertainment experiences. By leveraging Windows Sonic spatial technology DTS Sound Unbound delivers audio in a virtual 3D space putting you right in the middle of the soundscape where you can sense the location and direction of every gunshot footstep or other sound in your virtual environment.N/A* DTS Sound Unbound requires in-game support. Check with game developers for supported titles.N/AN/AAIDA64 EXTREMEN/AROG Strix Z690 motherboards include an AIDA64 Extreme 60 days free trial. This industry-leading system information tool provides detailed information about installed hardware and software and it also provides benchmarks for measuring performance of the entire system or individual components. AIDA64 Extreme includes a monitoring and diagnostics feature to detect and prevent hardware issues. All vital system sensors can be tracked in real time allowing voltage readings fan speeds and temperature information to be displayed on the desktop or sent to dedicated displays or to the OLED panels of ROG AIO liquid coolers*.N/ASupport available for ROG Ryujin II and selected models.N/AN/AARMOURY CRATEN/AArmoury Crate is a software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products making it easy to tune the look and feel of your system. From a single intuitive interface Armoury Crate helps you customize RGB lighting and effects for compatible devices and synchronize them with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme across your system. In addition Armoury Crates Fan Xpert4 tool provides comprehensive control over fans water pumps and all-in-one (AIO) coolers.N/AN/AYou can also use Armoury Crate to download drivers software and user manuals register products and tap into a special news feed that connects you to the global ASUS gaming community.N/AWindows 10 required for full Aura Sync functionality within Armoury Crate. For Windows 8 and earlier versions standalone Aura Sync software is available for free download from the product support site.
