We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in
ATX motherboard, black PCB with silver heatsinks and RGB accents

ASUS Open box

ASUS Prime Z690-A 90MB18L0-M0AAY0 Intel motherboard

SKU CH-5G0W-1WMZB MPN 90MB18L0-M0AAY0

Supports 12th and 13th Gen Intel Core CPUs on an LGA 1700 Z690 ATX board with 16+1 DrMOS, DDR5 to 6000(OC), PCIe 5.0, four M.2 slots, 2.5 Gb LAN and Thunderbolt 4 header

  • ProcessorSupports 13th / 12th Gen Intel Core Processors, Pentium Gold
  • ChipsetIntel Z690
  • Form factorATX
  • CPU socketLGA 1700
  • CPU technologiesSupports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Turbo Bo
  • Onboard video chipSupported only by CPU with integrated graphic
  • LGA 1700 socket supports 12th and 13th Gen Intel Core processors
  • 16+1 DrMOS power stages deliver stable power for overclocking
  • DDR5 memory up to 6000 MT/s with OptiMem II trace optimisation
  • PCIe 5.0 x16 slot enables next-generation graphics bandwidth
  • Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet plus Thunderbolt 4 header for fast wired connectivity

Socket and generation support

This ATX motherboard uses the Intel LGA 1700 socket and the Z690 chipset. It accepts 12th and 13th Generation Intel Core processors, plus Pentium Gold and Celeron models. A BIOS update may be required before a 13th Generation CPU will boot.

Memory capacity and speed headroom

Four 288-pin slots support DDR5 up to 256 GB in dual-channel mode. Rated speeds range from 4800 MT/s at stock to 6000 MT/s when overclocked, with intermediate steps at 5000, 5200, 5400, 5600 and 5800 MT/s. Stability at the highest frequencies depends on the memory kit and CPU silicon quality.

Primary expansion slot

A single PCI Express 5.0 x16 slot provides the main graphics or accelerator connection. Actual link width and generation depend on the installed processor, so verify the CPU specification before choosing a card.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Motherboards for Intel CPUs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $90.99
Cheaper than about 54% of the 2,965 comparable items (median $97.99).

New to this? Buying PC parts with Monero — what to check, what it costs to pay, and what is never asked for.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Model namePRIME Z690-A
Part number90MB18L0-M0AAY0
Processor
CPU socketLGA 1700
ChipsetIntel Z690
CPU technologiesSupports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0*
* Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types.
Memory
Memory slot count4 × 288pin (DDR5)
Supported memoryDDR5 6000(OC) / 5800(OC) / 5600(OC) / 5400(OC) / 5200(OC) / 5000(OC) / 4800
* Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
Max supported RAM256 GB
Memory channelsDual Channel
Storage
SATA ports4 x SATA 6Gb/s
Optane memory supportYes
Graphics
Onboard video chipSupported only by CPU with integrated graphic
Audio & video
Audio chipRealtek S1220A
Sound channels7.1 Channels
Connectivity
Ethernet controllerIntel 2.5Gb Ethernet
Maximum network speed2.5 Gbit/s
Ports & slots
PCIe 5.0 x16 slots1 x PCI Express 5.0 x16
* Actual support may vary by CPU.
* Please check PCIe bifurcation table in support site.
PCIe 3.0 x16 slots1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16
* Supports x4 mode.
PCIe x4 slots1 x PCI Express 3.0 x4
PCIe x1 slots2 x PCIe 3.0 x1
Power
Power connectors1 × 24-pin Main Power connector
2 × 8-pin +12 V Power connector
Size & build
Form factorATX
Width and length12.0 in × 9.6 in
Shipping weight1.77 kg
Package size335 × 270 × 71 mm
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportSupported
More details
LightingRGB

Questions about this item

Will my existing LGA 1200 CPU cooler fit the LGA 1700 socket on this board?

Yes, the board includes dual mounting holes compatible with both LGA 1700 and LGA 1200 cooling brackets.

How can I verify the DDR5 memory is running at the 6000 MT/s speed shown on the box?

Open the UEFI or a tool such as CPU-Z; the memory tab will display the current DRAM frequency matching the rated data rate.

Does the package include the Wi-Fi antenna and M.2 screws, or must I buy them separately?

The open-box unit ships with the motherboard, I/O shield, SATA cables and manual; Wi-Fi antenna and M.2 screws are not included.

More in Motherboards for Intel CPUs

Similar items