MSI MAG Z690 TORPEDO Gaming Motherboard, ATX – Supports Intel Core 12th Gen

MSI MAG Z690 TORPEDO Gaming Motherboard

MSI MAG Z690 TORPEDO Gaming Motherboard, ATX – Supports Intel Core 12th Gen Processors, LGA 1700 – 16 Duet Rail VRM 70A, DDR5 Memory Boost 6400+MHz/OC, 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16, 3 x M.2 Gen4, 2.5G LAN, Black

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  • HARDY VRM, 12TH GEN CORE READY – The MAG Z690 TORPEDO employs a 16+1+1 duet rail VRM platform with 70A Smart Power Stage for the Intel Z690 chipset (LGA 1700, 12th Gen Core ready); Core Boost architecture supports multi-core overclocking
  • COOL PERFORMANCE – VRM cooling features 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads and an extended heatsink design; Includes M.2 Shield Frozr & a 6-layer server-grade PCB with 2oz of thickened copper for stability
  • DDR5 MEMORY, PCI-E 5.0 x16 SLOT – 4 x DDR5 DIMM SMT slots with Memory Boost isolated circuitry for overclocking (1DPC 1R, 6400+ MHz); A PCIe 5.0 x16 SMT slot (128GB/s) supports elite graphics cards (2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots, AMD CrossFire supported)
  • TRIPLE M.2 GEN4 CONNECTORS – Premium storage options consist of 3 x M.2 Gen4 x4 64Gbps slots and 1 x M.2 Gen3 x4 32Gbps slot (Intel Optane supported) with Shield Frozr to prevent SSD thermal throttling
  • 2.5G LAN CONNECTIVITY – Network hardware includes an Intel I225V 2.5Gbps LAN; Rear ports include USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C (20Gbps), HDMI 2.1 & DisplayPort 1.4, and 7.1 HD Audio with Audio Boost 5 (supports S/PDIF output)
SKU: B09HK9Q3KD
Weight: 1 kg
Dimensions: 31 x 25 x 5 cm; 1 Kilograms
Brand: MSI
Model: 7D32-001R
Colour: Black
Batteries Included: Yes
Manufacture: MSI

From the manufacturer

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Fortified PCI-e 5.0 x16

MSI PCI Express Steel Armor slots are secured to the motherboard with extra solder points* to support the weight of heavy graphics cards and shields the point of contact from electromagnetic interference:

  • 1 x PCI-e 5.0 x16 slot (with Steel Armor)
  • 2 x PCI-e 3.0 x16 slots

*All-new MSI Surface Mount Technology (SMT) solder welding improves signal clarity.

Gen4 & Gen3 M.2 Connectors

The MAG Z690 TORPEDO motherboard features MSI's latest M.2 slots (Intel Optane supported):

  • 3 x Gen4 x4 64Gb/s slots
  • 1 x Gen3 x4 32Gb/s slot

*M.2 specifications may vary depending on the CPU installed.

M.2 Shield Frozr

Even the world’s fastest SSDs will automatically slow if thermal throttling firmware detects excessively high temperatures.

M.2 Shield Frozr is MSI's most advanced thermal solution, offering the best possible protection to ensure maximum SSD transfer speed performance.

Intel 2.5G LAN

2.5G LAN: AnIntel I225-V 2.5Gbps LAN controller delivers a premium network gaming experience.

USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C: Enables ultra-fast 20Gbps data transfer rates between devices.

HD Audio: 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio with Audio Boost 5 & S/PDIF output.

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MSI Gaming Series MAG MAG MPG MEG MEG
Form Factor ATX ATX ATX ATX E-ATX
VRM 16+1+1 Duet Rail Power System, 70A SPS 16+1+1 Duet Rail Power System, 70A SPS Direct 18+1+1 Phase Power System, 75A SPS Direct 19+2 Phase Power System, 105A SPS Direct 19+1+2 Phase Power System, 105A SPS
DIMM Slots DDR5 x 4 (6400+MHz/OC) DDR5 x 4 (6400+MHz/OC) DDR5 x 4 (6666+MHz/OC) DDR5 x 4 (6666+MHz/OC) DDR5 x 4 (6666+MHz/OC)
PCI-e x16 Slots 5.0 x 1 / 3.0 x 2 5.0 x 1 / 3.0 x 2 5.0 x 2 / 3.0 x 1 5.0 x 2 5.0 x 2 / 4.0 x 1
M.2 Slots 4.0 x 3 / 3.0 x 1 4.0 x 3 / 3.0 x 1 4.0 x 4 / 3.0 x 1 4.0 x 4 / 3.0 x 1 4.0 x 4 / 3.0 x 1
M.2 Shield Frozr Top Top Top Double-Sided Double-Sided
Audio 8-Channel (7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost 5 8-Channel (7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost 5 8-Channel (7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost 5 8-Channel (7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost 5 8-Channel (7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost 5HD
LAN Intel I225V 2.5G LAN Intel I225V 2.5G LAN Intel I225V 2.5G LAN 2 x Intel I225V 2.5G LAN 2 x Intel I225V 2.5G LAN
WiFi & Bluetooth Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2 Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2 Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2 Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2