MAG Z690 Tomahawk (WIFI) DDR4 12th Generation Intel ATX Motherboard from MSI

BLUR THE LINE BETWEEN PERFORMANCE AND AESTHETICS
Take a step into the future. MSI have returned with the MAG Z690 series motherboards here to support the very latest 12th Generation Intel processors; boasting the brand new Intel 1700 LGA. The MSI Z690 Tomahawk Wi-Fi is filled with premium tech and bolstered with an arsenal of top-shelf modern features like; the very latest 5th generation PCI-e solution, huge storage options with 4x m.2 slots (3x PCIe Gen4x4 1x PCIe Gen3x4), lightning 20G USB connectivity, Audio/Core & DDR4 Memory boosts, a premium thermal design, onboard M.2 Shield Frozr, Wi-Fi 6 support delivering speeds of up to 2400 Mbps and a fully comprehensive rear I/O. The Z690 Tomahawk WiFi combines all of these features with incredible durability and stunning aesthetics to squeeze every ounce of performance from your new CPU. Heed the call of the next-generation with MSI.
Intel Z690 Chipset
LGA 1700 CPU Socket
12th Generation Intel Compatible CPUs
ATX Form Factor
Special Features of the Z690 Tomahawk WiFi


CORE BOOST
TECHNOLOGY
With premium layout design, that is ready for unleashing the maximum performance.

DIGITAL
PWM
An aggressive digital VRM power design with digital PWM IC and 16 Duet Rail Power System with 70A Smart Power Stage, makes sure your system runs smoothly even under the most extreme conditions.

6 LAYER
PCB
6 layer PCB with the use of server grade material and 2oz thickened copper provides higher performance and long-lasting system stability with no compromise.

PCIE
STEEL ARMOR
Protecting VGA cards against bending and EMI for better performance, stability and strength.
Next Generation Connectivity with MSI


2.5G NETWORK SOLUTION
Featuring premium 2.5G LAN with LAN manager delivers better network experience.

MEMORY BOOST
The fully isolated DDR circuit to deliver pure data signals for the best gaming and overclocking performance.

ALL-NEW PCI-E 5.0
The latest Gen 5 PCI-E slots with up to 128GB/s bandwidth for maximum transfer speed.

INTEL WI-FI 6
The latest wireless solution supports MU-MIMO and BSS color technology, delivering speeds up to 2400Mbps.
Premium Thermal Solution


HEATSINKS WITH 7W/MK THERMAL PAD
7W/mK thermal pads provide better heat transfer to the heatsink increasing overall cooling efficiency.

M.2 SHIELD FROZR
Strengthened built-in M.2 thermal solution. Keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling, making them run faster.

PUMP FAN SUPPORT
Control watercooling pump speeds for best flow and noise control.

EXTENDED HEATSINK
MSI extended heatsink and enhanced circuit design ensures better heat dissipation and cooling effects.
Aggressive Power Design

2X 8PIN CPU Power connectors
16 Duet Rail Smart Power Stages
1 PHASE GT Power
1 PHASE AUX Power
DIGITAL PWM IC
16 + 1 + 1 DUET RAIL SYSTEM
Unleash and sustain maximum performance with an aggressive VRM design built with a total of 16 Duet Rail Power System(DRPS). Combining 2x 8-pin power connectors and exclusive Core Boost technology, MAG series motherboards are ready to sustain heavy daily work.
The Next Generation

LIGHTNING GEN 5 PCI-E
MSI Lightning Gen 5 PCI-E takes the theoretical bandwidth of a x16 interface to whopping 128GB/s, which is double of the speed of the previous generation. The advanced SMT(Surface Mount Technology) PCI-E slot reduces any interference and electrical noise, fully supporting the higher bandwidth and faster transfer speeds of PCI-E 5.0 signal.
Take Your Network To The Next Level

WI-FI 6 & BLUETOOTH
Use your LAN port for online gaming while using Wi-Fi for other online applications. The Wi-Fi 6 adopts latest OFDMA, two-way MU-MIMO technologies and 6GHz band, delivering wireless transmission speeds up to 2.4Gbps.
Amp' Up Your Audio Experience

HIGH QUALITY CAPACITORS

DEDICATED HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER
MSI AUDIO BOOST 5
Like a dedicated sound card, Audio Boost 5 offers a HD audio processor, dedicated amplifier and high quality audio capacitors all physically isolated from the rest of the motherboard circuitry to ensure the purest audio signal to locate enemies with pin-point accuracy. Powered by an ALC 4080 audio processor, this motherboards supports 120dB SNR, 32-bit/384kHz and DSD Super Audio CD playback & recording.

HIGH QUALITY AUDIO JACKS

ALC 4080 AUDIO PROCESSOR
Fortify Your System

MSI STEEL PCIE ARMOUR
MSI PCI Express Steel Armor slots are secured to the motherboard with extra solder points are capable of supporting even the weight of the heaviest graphics cards. Plus when every advantage in games counts, Steel Armor protects the point of contact from external electromagnetic interference.
A Fully Comprehensive I/O

1. DISPLAYPORT 1.4
2. 2X USB 2.0
3. 3X USB 3.2 GEN2
4. RJ-45
5. HD AUDIO CONNECTORS
6. HDMI
7. 2X USB 3.2 GEN1
8. 1X USB 3.2 GEN2X2
9. WIFI/BLUETOOTH
General |
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Product Type | Motherboard - ATX |
Chipset Type | Intel Z690 |
Processor Socket | LGA1700 Socket |
Max Processors Qty | 1 |
Compatible Processors | (supports 12th Generation Intel Core / Pentium Gold / Celeron) |
Supported RAM |
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Max Size | 128 GB |
Technology | DDR4 |
Bus Clock | 2133 MHz, 2666 MHz, 2933 MHz, 4000 MHz (O.C.), 4400 MHz (O.C.), 4800 MHz (O.C.), 3200 MHz, 5200 MHz (O.C.) |
Supported RAM Integrity Check | Non-ECC |
Registered or Buffered | Unbuffered |
Features | Dual channel memory architecture, Intel Extreme Memory Profiles (XMP) |
Audio |
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Type | HD Audio (8-channel) |
Audio Codec | Realtek ALC4080 |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio |
LAN |
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Network Controller | Intel I225-V |
Network Interfaces | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 |
Expansion / Connectivity |
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Expansion Slots | 1 x CPU ¦ 4 x DIMM 288-pin ¦ 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 ¦ 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 mode) ¦ 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 ¦ 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x1 mode) |
Storage Interfaces | SATA-600 -connectors: 6 x 7pin Serial ATA - RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10 / RAID 5 ¦ PCIe 4.0 -connectors: 2 x M.2 - RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 ¦ SATA-600 / PCIe 4.0 -connectors: 1 x M.2 - RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 ¦ SATA-600 / PCIe 3.0 -connectors: 1 x M.2 - RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 |
RAID Features | Intel Smart Response Technology |
Interfaces | 1 x HDMI ¦ 1 x DisplayPort ¦ 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ¦ 2 x USB 2.0 ¦ 1 x LAN (2.5Gigabit Ethernet) ¦ 1 x USB-C Gen2x2 ¦ 1 x audio line-out - mini-jack ¦ 1 x microphone - mini-jack ¦ 1 x audio line-out (center/subwoofer) - mini-jack ¦ 1 x audio line-out (rear) - mini-jack ¦ 1 x audio line-in - mini-jack ¦ 1 x TOSLINK ¦ 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
Internal Interfaces | 4 x USB 2.0 - header ¦ 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 - header ¦ 1 x USB-C Gen2 - header ¦ 1 x audio - header ¦ 1 x Thunderbolt - header |
Power Connectors | 24-pin main power connector, 2 x 8-pin ATX12V connectors |
Features |
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BIOS Features | MSI ClickBIOS 5 |
Hardware Features | AMD CrossFireX technology support, Debug LED, 6 Layer PCB, MSI Mystic Light, MSI Steel Armor, Game Boost, Double ESD Protection, Intel Optane Memory Ready, 2oz Copper PCB, M.2 Shield FROZR, pre-mounted I/O shield, MSI Core Boost, 16+1+1 Phase Power Design, MSI Audio Boost 5 |
Miscellaneous |
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Included Accessories | Case badge, USB drive, Wi-Fi aerial, MAG stickers, 2 x M.2 clips |
Cables Included | 2 x Serial ATA cable |
Width | 30.5 cm |
Depth | 24.4 cm |