Description
MSI MPG Z690 CARBON EK X Gaming Desktop Motherboard – Intel Z690 Chipset – Socket LGA-1700 – Intel Optane Memory Ready – ATX – Pentium Gold
Celeron
Core i5
Core i7
Core i9
Core i3 Processor Supported – 128 GB DDR5 SDRAM Maximum RAM – DIMM
UDIMM – 4 x Memory Slots – IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax – HDMI – DisplayPort – 6 x SATA Interfaces MSI MPG Z690 CARBON EK X
PREMIUM HARDWARE DESIGN
With years of experience
MSI is no stranger to building high-performance motherboards. Our R&D and engineering teams have reviewed countless designs
evaluated a wide selection of high quality components
and developed products for reliability even under extreme conditions.
EK CUSTOM-DESIGNED CPU + VRM WATER COOLING
Sustain the high performing for 12th gen Intel core processors
a custom-designed EK cooling solution that offers pristine cooling for both the CPU
VRM and primary M.2 section is used to prevent thermal throttling
allowing gamers to sustain heavy gaming loadings without the noisy environment. It’s ready for everything!
ENHANCED PERFORMANCE
High performance MSI motherboards are loaded with advanced features and the latest technology to overwhelm any challenge at hand no matter whether you’re a gamer
prosumer
or PC enthusiast.
LATEST DDR5 MEMORY
A huge step of DDR performance enhancement with the latest DDR5 memory. Combines with dedicated SMT welding process and MSI Memory Boost technology
MPG Z690 CARBON EK X is ready to deliver the world class memory performance.
CONNECTIVITY
MSI motherboards are built with a variety of connectors to satisfy gamers. Enhanced audio
advanced LAN networking capabilities
USB and Mystic Light turn any gaming experience into an immerse one.
HIGH-BANDWIDTH AND LOW-LATENCY NETWORK
2.5Gbps LAN provides incredible data transfer speed faster than general Gigabit LAN. This is a premium solution for demanding users.
MPG Z690 CARBON EK X
- Supports 12th Gen Intel® Core™ / Pentium® Celeron® processors for LGA 1700 socket
- Supports DDR5 Memory
up to 6666+(OC) MHz - CPU + VRM + M.2 Water Cooling: A custom-designed EK monoblock with build-in inflow indicator that offers pristine cooling for both the CPU
VRM and primary M.2 section - Lightning Fast Game experience: PCIe 5.0 slots
Lightning Gen 4 x4 M.2
USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 - Enhanced Power Design: Direct 18+1+1 phases power
dual 8-pin CPU power connectors
Core Boost
Memory Boost - M.2 Shield Frozr: All M.2 slots covered with Shield Frozr to built for high performance system and non-stop gaming experience
- MYSTIC LIGHT: 16.8 million colors / fancy lighting effects controlled in one click. MYSTIC LIGHT SYNC supports RGB
RAINBOW(ARGB)
Corsair LED strips and Ambient devices. - 2.5G LAN with LAN Manager and Intel Wi-Fi 6E Solution: Upgraded network solution for professional and multimedia use. Delivers a secure
stable and fast network connection - AUDIO BOOST 5: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience
- High Quality PCB: 8-layer PCB made by 2oz thickened copper and server grade level material
- Pre-installed I/O Shield: Better EMI protection and more convenience for installation
Audio Channels:7.1
Product Type:Gaming Desktop Motherboard
Maximum Memory Supported:128 GB
Form Factor:ATX
Processor Supported:Core i7|Core i5|Core i3|Pentium Gold|Core i9|Celeron
Total Processor Supported:1
Controller Type:Serial ATA/600
Processor Socket:Socket LGA-1700
Memory Technology:DDR5 SDRAM
Chipset Manufacturer:Intel
Chipset Model:Z690
Number of Memory Slots:4
Multi GPU Supported:CrossFire
Bluetooth:Yes
Number of SATA Interfaces:6
Onboard Video:CPU Dependent Video
RAID Supported:Yes
Number of Total Expansion Slots:3
Number of PCI Express x16 Slots:3
HDMI:Yes
DisplayPort:Yes
Total Number of USB Ports:10
Total Number of Onboard USB Ports:7
Total Number of PCI Express Slots:3
Memory Form Factor:UDIMM|DIMM
Number of M.2 Interfaces:5
Intel Optane Memory Ready:Yes
Number of Onboard USB 3.2 Ports:3
Manufacturer Part Number:Z690CARBEKX
Manufacturer Website Address:http://www.msi.com
Manufacturer:MSI
Product Model:Z690 CARBON EK X
Product Name:MPG Z690 CARBON EK X Gaming Desktop Motherboard
Product Line:MPG
RAID Levels:0|1|10|5
S/PDIF:Yes
Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports:1
Number of USB 2.0 Ports:4
Number of USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Ports:5
Maximum Memory:128 GB
Memory Speed Supported:6000 MHz|6666 MHz|6400 MHz|4000 MHz|4400 MHz|4800 MHz|5200 MHz|5600 MHz|6200 MHz
Package Contents:
Brand Compatibility:Intel
Wireless LAN:Yes
Wireless LAN Standard:IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
2.5Gigabit Ethernet:Yes
Number of Onboard USB 2.0 Ports:4
Width:12″
Depth:9.6″
Processor Generation Supported:12th Gen
