GIGABYTE Z690 AORUS Elite AX DDR4 Motherboard

Unleash the true potential of your gaming rig with the Z690 AORUS ELITE DDR4. Designed for Intel’s 12th Gen Core processors, this ATX motherboard is built for enthusiasts who value power, speed, and aesthetics. Featuring a cutting-edge 16+1+2 digital VRM with 70A power stages and high-conductivity thermal pads, it ensures consistent performance even under extreme loads.

Enjoy ultra-fast storage with four PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, each protected by enlarged thermal guards to keep your SSDs cool. With dual-channel DDR4 support up to 5333MHz (OC), and reinforced memory armor, your system remains stable and overclocking-ready. The integrated DisplayPort and HDMI outputs support 4K displays, while the Realtek 2.5GbE LAN and USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C® enable blazing-fast data transfers.

Packed with personalization features like RGB Fusion 2.0, smart fan controls, and Q-Flash Plus, the Z690 AORUS ELITE DDR4 delivers a premium experience with the durability to match.

Features

• Supports 12th/13th/14th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold & Celeron® processors

• Direct 16+1+2 Digital VRM with 70A Power Stage for stable power delivery

• Fully Covered MOSFET Heatsinks with high-efficiency thermal pads

• 4x PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots with Enlarged Thermal Guards

• Dual channel DDR4 support up to 5333 MHz (OC), 128GB max

• PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with Ultra Durable™ SMD Armor

• Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN for high-speed networking

• AMP-UP Audio with ALC1220-VB and premium capacitors

• USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C® for 20Gb/s data transfer

• RGB Fusion 2.0 with Addressable and RGB LED headers

• Smart Fan 6 with multiple hybrid fan headers and sensors

• Q-Flash Plus for BIOS updates without CPU, GPU, or RAM

• Integrated IO shield and solid pin power connectors

• ATX form factor with ultra-durable 6-layer 2X Copper PCB

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