Key highlights
- Audio Features: 1 x front panel audio header
- Form Factor: ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm
- Supported CPU: LGA1700 socket: Support for 12th Generation Intel Core i9 processors/Intel Core i7 processors/Intel Core i5 processors L3 cache varies with CPU
- Chipset: Intel Z690 Express Chipset
- Audio: Realtek Audio CODEC High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel * To configure 7.1-channel audio, you need to open the audio software and select Device advanced settings > Playback Device to change the default setting first. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software. Support for S/PDIF Out
Description
Top Features of GIGABYTE Z690 UD AX Motherboard
GIGABYTE Z690 UD AX DDR5 ATX Motherboard: The Pinnacle of Performance
The GIGABYTE Z690 UD AX DDR5 ATX Motherboard is engineered for the next generation of computing, tailored for both enthusiasts and professionals seeking superior performance and reliability. With the latest Intel® Z690 chipset, this motherboard is designed to harness the power of Intel's 12th generation Alder Lake processors, ensuring that your system is equipped for demanding applications, gaming, and multitasking.
This motherboard supports DDR5 memory with speeds of up to 6400 MHz, providing faster data rates and increased bandwidth compared to its predecessors. This results in significantly improved performance in memory-intensive applications, making it an ideal choice for gamers, content creators, and anyone who requires efficient processing capabilities.
One of the standout features of the GIGABYTE Z690 UD AX is its robust power delivery system, which includes a 16+1 phase VRM design. This ensures stable power supply even under heavy loads, allowing users to push their CPUs to the limits without experiencing thermal throttling. The Smart Fan 6 technology further enhances cooling efficiency by allowing users to customize fan settings based on their specific needs, ensuring optimal thermal performance.
Additionally, this motherboard is equipped with Wi-Fi 6E capabilities, delivering faster wireless connectivity with lower latency. This is particularly beneficial for gamers and streamers who require seamless online experiences. Coupled with PCIe 5.0 support, the Z690 UD AX enables faster data transfer rates for graphics cards and storage solutions, significantly enhancing overall system performance.
In terms of connectivity, the GIGABYTE Z690 UD AX offers a plethora of options, including multiple USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C ports, HDMI 2.1, and M.2 slots for NVMe SSDs, allowing users to build a versatile and future-proof system. Its durable build quality ensures longevity, while the sleek design makes it an attractive addition to any build.
Investing in the GIGABYTE Z690 UD AX DDR5 ATX Motherboard means future-proofing your system and ensuring it remains at the forefront of technology. Whether you are a gamer, a content creator, or someone who simply demands high performance, this motherboard is an exceptional choice that offers unparalleled value.
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Specification
| BASIC INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Audio Features | 1 x front panel audio header |
| Form Factor | ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm |
| Supported CPU | LGA1700 socket: Support for 12th Generation Intel Core i9 processors/Intel Core i7 processors/Intel Core i5 processors L3 cache varies with CPU |
| Chipset | Intel Z690 Express Chipset |
| Audio | Realtek Audio CODEC High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel * To configure 7.1-channel audio, you need to open the audio software and select Device advanced settings > Playback Device to change the default setting first. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software. Support for S/PDIF Out |
| BIOS | 1 x 256 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 |
| Expansion Slots | |
| M.2 Socket | 3 x Ultra-Fast NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 with Enlarged Thermal Guards |
| PCI | 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16) * For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot. (The PCIEX16 slot conforms to PCI Express 5.0 standard.) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x1 (PCIEX1_4) 2 x PCI Express x1 slots (The PCIEX4 and PCIEX1 slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.) |
| Graphics Specifications | |
| Graphics | Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel HD Graphics support: 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@60 Hz * Support for HDMI 2.0 version and HDCP 2.3. 1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60 Hz * Support for DisplayPort 1.2 version and HDCP 2.3 Support for AMD Quad-GPU CrossFire and 2-Way AMD CrossFire technologies |
| Memory Specifications | |
| Maximum Memory | Up to 128 GB (32 GB single DIMM capacity) |
| Slots | 4 x DIMM |
| Supported Memory | Support for DDR5 6000(O.C.) / 5800(O.C.) / 5600(O.C.) / 5400(O.C.) / 5200(O.C.) / 4800 / 4000 MHz memory modules Dual-channel memory architecture Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode) Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules |
| PORTS, CONNECTORS & SLOTS | |
| Display Port (s) | 1 x DisplayPort |
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI port |
| Internal I/O Ports | 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x CPU fan header 1 x water cooling CPU fan header 3 x system fan headers 1 x system fan/water cooling pump header 2 x addressable LED strip headers 2 x RGB LED strip headers 3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x USB Type-C header, with USB 3.2 Gen 1 support 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header 2 x Thunderbolt add-in card connectors 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0 module only) 1 x reset button 1 x reset jumper 1 x Q-Flash Plus button 1 x Clear CMOS jumper |
| LAN Port (s) | Realtek 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps) |
| Supported Storage | CPU: 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU) Chipset: 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2P_SB) 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2Q_SB) 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 Intel Optane Memory Ready |
| TPM (Trusted Platform Module ) | 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0 module only) |
| USB (s) | Chipset: 1 x USB Type-C port on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support 1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support, available through the internal USB header 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (3 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header) Chipset+2 USB 2.0 Hubs: 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers) |
| Wireless Communication module | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 WIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bands BLUETOOTH 5.2 Support for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard and up to 2.4 Gbps data rate |
| Special | |
| Bundled Software | Norton Internet Security (OEM version) cFosSpeed |
| Special Feature | Support for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications. @BIOS EasyTune Fast Boot Game Boost ON/OFF Charge RGB Fusion Smart Backup System Information Viewer Support for Q-Flash Plus Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install |
| WARRANTY | |
| Manufacturing Warranty | 3 years |