ASUS Prime Z690-P WiFi D4 LGA 1700(Intel® 12th&13th Gen) ATX motherboard

The ASUS PRIME Z690-P WIFI D4 motherboard is a high-performance, feature-packed ATX motherboard designed for Intel’s 12th Gen Alder Lake processors and is built around the Intel Z690 chipset. It offers a perfect balance between performance, expansion options, and connectivity, all while supporting Intel’s new LGA 1700 socket. Aimed at mainstream enthusiasts, gamers, and content creators, this motherboard delivers advanced features like PCIe 5.0, support for DDR4 RAM, Wi-Fi 6, and robust power delivery, making it an excellent choice for building a powerful and future-proof system. Below is a detailed breakdown of the features and specifications of the ASUS PRIME Z690-P WIFI D4:

1. Socket & Chipset

• Socket: LGA 1700, which is compatible with Intel 12th Gen Alder Lake processors and future 13th Gen Intel processors.
• Chipset: Intel Z690, designed to take full advantage of the Alder Lake architecture, offering more PCIe lanes, faster data transfer speeds, and enhanced overclocking capabilities compared to the previous generation.

2. Performance & Overclocking

• Overclocking Support: The PRIME Z690-P WIFI D4 supports CPU overclocking with Intel’s K-series processors. It also offers memory overclocking, allowing you to push your system for higher performance.
• Power Delivery: The motherboard features a 12+1 DrMOS power stage with high-quality capacitors to deliver stable and reliable power to the CPU, even during intense workloads or overclocking sessions.
• Memory: Supports DDR4 RAM up to 5333MHz (OC) with a total capacity of up to 128GB across 4 DIMM slots. It also includes Intel XMP 3.0 support, enabling you to easily apply the highest memory performance profiles.

3. Connectivity & Networking

• Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax): Integrated Wi-Fi 6 for faster wireless speeds, lower latency, and better performance in congested environments. This feature is ideal for gaming, streaming, and large file transfers over wireless connections.
• Ethernet: Equipped with 2.5G Ethernet for ultra-fast wired networking performance, ideal for gaming and content creation where a stable and high-speed connection is crucial.
• Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.2 support allows you to wirelessly connect a wide range of Bluetooth devices like headsets, speakers, and keyboards without additional adapters.

4. Expansion & Storage

• PCIe 5.0 & PCIe 4.0 Slots: The PRIME Z690-P features one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and one PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (x4 mode), providing support for the latest next-gen GPUs and high-speed expansion cards. It also offers PCIe 3.0 x1 slots for other peripherals.
• M.2 Storage Slots: The motherboard includes two M.2 slots (one supporting PCIe 4.0 x4 and the other supporting PCIe 3.0 x4), offering extremely fast read and write speeds for high-performance NVMe storage devices.
• SATA Ports: 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports for connecting traditional HDDs and SSDs. This gives you flexibility in building a storage system with multiple drives.

5. Audio & Visual

• Audio: Features Realtek ALC897 codec for 7.1-channel high-definition audio. Ideal for immersive sound experiences while gaming or watching movies, delivering crisp and clear audio quality.
• Graphics Support: Although the motherboard doesn’t have onboard graphics (discrete GPU required), it supports multi-GPU setups for professional content creators or gamers needing multiple displays.

6. Cooling & Thermal Management

• Fan Control: The PRIME Z690-P comes with 4 x 4-pin PWM/DC fan headers for flexible and efficient cooling control. ASUS’ Fan Xpert 4 software allows you to configure fan curves and optimize airflow for enhanced thermal performance.
• Heatsinks: The motherboard features dedicated heatsinks for both M.2 drives and the VRM area, helping to maintain optimal temperatures under heavy loads and during overclocking sessions.

7. Power Design

• 12+1 Power Phase: The power delivery system features 12+1 DrMOS power stages, designed to provide clean and consistent power to the CPU for demanding tasks and overclocking.
• ProCool II Connectors: The board includes ProCool II power connectors, which improve the connection between the motherboard and PSU, ensuring reliable power delivery and reducing the risk of overheating or power instability.

8. Aesthetics

• Design: The motherboard has a sleek, black-and-silver design, making it a great fit for any PC build. The aesthetic focuses on performance without compromising on style.
• RGB Lighting: It features customizable RGB headers that can be synchronized with other Aura Sync compatible devices, allowing users to personalize the lighting effects throughout their PC build.