Following Intel’s 11th-generation Core processor released at the beginning of the year, more highlights will continue to be launched this fall. On October 27th, Pacific Standard Time, the 12th generation Core processor was officially launched; at the same time, MSI simultaneously displayed the latest Z690 motherboard, with impressive performance to create a new “Glory Star Generation” for you.
The new 12th generation Core processor is the first to adopt INTEL 7 process technology and hybrid architecture. In order to completely liberate the potential performance of the 12th generation Core processor, MSI Z690 series motherboards fully support PCIe 5.0 solution, providing 128GB/s transmission bandwidth, and in response to the needs of multiple users, MSI Z690 series motherboards also simultaneously launched DDR 4 Version for players to choose. And MSI’s exclusive Memory Boost technology is optimized for memory performance, and the clock performance can be increased by more than 30%. At the same time, the PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 slots on the MSI motherboard use SMT soldering technology, which greatly improves the stability of high-speed transmission.
In addition, the performance of the latest Core processor needs to be matched with a more powerful power supply phase to release performance. The MSI Z690 gaming series motherboards are equipped with at least 16-phase power system designed to integrate Duet Rail and DrMOS, and paired with dual 8-pin CPU ports to provide a stable and powerful power supply. (*1) Of course, the newly upgraded power supply design also generates a higher temperature simultaneously. MSI Z690 motherboards are also equipped with extended heat sinks, 7W/mK thermal pads and M.2 Shield Frozr. MEG and MPG series motherboards also simultaneously attach additional heat pipes and double-sided M.2 heat dissipation design to provide extremely excellent heat dissipation capabilities. The addition of 2oz thick copper server grade PCB not only contributes to higher transmission speed performance, but also greatly improves the stability.
In terms of network support and expandability, 2.5 LAN has also become the standard equipment of the MSI Z690 motherboard. At the same time, the DDR5 motherboard more fully introduces the latest Wi-Fi 6E wireless technology, and the front-mounted Type-C is also used on the storage device to improve the convenience of players. At the same time, in response to the high-speed requirements of the multi-generation generation, the MSI Z690 motherboard is also equipped with at least 4 sets of M.2 slots, including 3 sets of M.2 Gen4 x4 slots, allowing players to welcome the era of real high-speed storage devices. (*2)
In addition to the hardware support, there are also many enhancements in the software part; the MSI Z690 motherboard is also compatible with TPM 2.0, which is necessary for the Windows 11 operating system. At the same time, MSI Center also simultaneously added two one-key functions, system recovery and backup MSI storage device, to provide a more secure environment for use. Players can also monitor the storage status to prevent system crashes or data loss. For RGB fans, we have updated the MIXER lighting effect feature, which can combine three different effects to create a unique lighting display.
Supreme Shine – MEG Series
MEG is a series that has attracted the attention of heavy players. In order to ensure excellent high performance, it is specially equipped with an aluminum alloy backplane, which has been fully upgraded in heat dissipation, memory slot support enhancement and PCB protection. At the same time, the Z690 MEG series is also equipped with 19 sets of 105A SPS VRM direct-out power supply phase design, and up to 5 sets of M.2 slots, including up to 4 sets of M.2 Gen4 x4 and 2 PCIe 5.0 x16 slots . Among them, MEG Z690 ACE is equipped with luxurious dual PCIe 5.0 x16 slots, dual 2.5G LAN, dual front Type-C 20G, mysterious black surface is also decorated with 24K gold, the honor of victory is dazzling and shining. (*3)
Restrained classic – MPG Series
MPG Z690 EDGE WIFI and MPG Z690 FORCE WIFI are the most popular models in the MPG series, and the MPG Z690 FORCE WIFI is the first time in the MPG series to be built in silver, allowing players to have more color matching methods. Expansibility is also equipped with 2 sets of PCIe 5.0 x16 slots and 5 sets of M.2 slots, including 4 sets of M.2 Gen4 x 4, with 18 sets of 75A SPS VRM direct-out power supply phase design, stable performance is not compromised .
Defining the battlefield – MAG Series
The MAG arsenal series fully demonstrates masculinity, and the MAG Z690 TORPEDO still uses the Pacific Blue color scheme, which is popular among fans. Both MAG Z690 TOMAHAWK WIFI and MAG Z690 TORPEDO are equipped with a 70A SPS 16 Duet Rail smart power system, 1 PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and 3 M.2 Gen 4 x4, allowing you to enjoy the game.
Intelligent Platform – PRO Series
The PRO series has a simple and introverted appearance, with an emphasis on expandability and performance enhancement design to meet the multi-tasking needs of creative workers and enterprises. Both PRO Z690-A and PRO Z690-A WIFI are equipped with a 14-phase Duet Rail smart power system and dual 8-pin CPU ports to help complete heavy tasks easily. At the same time, it is also equipped with 1 set of PCIe 5.0 x16 slots and 4 sets of M.2, which can effectively improve the user’s work efficiency.
Would you like more information? MSI will hold an online press conference on 2021/11/3 00:00. For complete event information, please check MSI official website https://tw.msi.com/Landing/2021-cnd-new- product-launch
*1: MEG Z690I UNIFY and PRO Z690-P DDR4 are Server Grade PCB with 1oz copper.
*2: PRO Z690-P DDR4 has 2 M.2 Gen4 x4 slots.
*3: MEG Z690I UNIFY adopts 1 PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and 3 onboard M.2 slots.
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