MSI MPG Z690 CARBON WIFI review

MSI has been launched MPG Z690 carbon for lga 1700 CPUs and 12th gen intel core ,
Combining 2x 8 pin power connectors and premium layout design, that is ready for unleashing the maximum performance , 8 layer PCB with the use of server grade material and 2oz thickened copper provides higher performance and long-lasting system stability without any compromise , an aggressive digital VRM power design with digital PWM IC and direct 18 phases power system with 75A Smart Power Stage, make sure your system runs smoothly under the most extreme conditions , Protecting VGA cards against bending and EMI for better performance, stability and strength , Heavy plated MOSFET heatsink with heat-pipe, high quality 7W/mK MOSFET thermal pads and extra choke thermal pads ensure all cores running in high performance , Strengthened built-in M.2 thermal solution. Keeps M.2 SSDs safe while preventing throttling, making them run faster, fully isolated DDR circuit to deliver pure data signals for the best gaming and overclocking performance.

 MSI MPG Z690 CARBON WIFI specs :

Supported CPU

CPU Socket Type	LGA 1700 * Dedicated LGA1700 mounting bracket is required.
CPU Type	Supports 12th Gen Intel Core / Pentium Gold / Celeron Processors * Please go to intel.com for compatibility information.

Chipsets

Chipset	Intel Z690

Onboard Video

Onboard Video Chipset	Supported only by CPU with integrated graphic

Memory

Number of Memory Slots	4×288pin (DDR5)
Memory Standard	DDR5 1R 4800 (by JEDEC & POR) Max. overclocking frequency: 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 6666+ 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 5600+ 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4000+ 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+
Maximum Memory Supported	128GB
Channel Supported	Dual Channel

Expansion Slots

PCI Express 5.0 x16	2 x PCI Express 5.0 x16 * Support x16/x0, x8/x8. * Actual support may vary by CPU.
PCI Express 3.0 x16	1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 * Supports PCIe 3.0 x4.

Storage Devices

SATA 6Gb/s	6 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.2	5 x M.2 slots (Key M): M2_1 slot (From CPU) Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 Supports 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices M2_2 slot (From Z690 Chipset): Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices M2_3 slot (From Z690 Chipset) Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280/ 22110 storage devices M2_4 slot (From Z690 Chipset)*: Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 Supports SATA 6Gb/s Supports 2242/ 2260/ 2280 storage devices M2_5 slot (From Z690 Chipset): Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 Supports SATA 6Gb/s Supports 2260/ 2280 storage devices * SATA7 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_4 slot.
Intel Optane Ready	M2_2~5 support Intel Optane Memory
SATA RAID	0/1/10

Onboard Audio

Audio Chipset	Realtek ALC4080
Audio Channels	7.1 Channels

Onboard LAN

LAN Chipset	Intel I225-V
Max LAN Speed	10/100/1000/2500Mbps
Wireless LAN	Intel WIFI 6E 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.2

Rear Panel Ports

Back I/O Ports	1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI 1 x Flash BIOS Button 1 x LAN (RJ45) 2 x Antenna Bracket 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out 5 x Audio Jacks 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 4 x USB 2.0/1.1

Internal I/O Connectors

Onboard USB

1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps Type-C connector 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps ports) 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A connectors (supports additional 4 USB 2.0 ports)

Other Connectors

1 x 4-pin CPU fan connector 1 x 4-pin water-pump fan connector 6 x 4-pin system fan connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector 2 x System panel connectors 1 x Chassis Intrusion connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x TPM module connector 1 x TBT connector (supports RTD3) 1 x Tuning Controller connector 1 x EZ LED Control switch 4 x EZ Debug LED 1 x 2-Digit Debug Code LED 1 x 4-pin RGB LED connector 2 x 3-pin RAINBOW LED connectors 1 x 3-pin CORSAIR LED connector

Physical Spec

Form Factor	ATX
LED Lighting	RGB
Dimensions (W x L)	12.0" x 9.6"
Power Pin	1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors

Windows Compatibility

Windows 11	Supported

Features

Features

Supports 12th Gen Intel Core / Pentium Celeron processors for LGA 1700 socket Supports DDR5 Memory, up to 6666+(OC) MHz Lightning Fast Game experience: PCIe 5.0 slots, Lightning Gen 4 x4 M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Enhanced Power Design: Direct 18+1+1 phases power, dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost, Memory Boost Premium Thermal Solution: Enlarged heatsink with heat-pipe, MOSFET thermal pads rated for 7W/mk, additional choke thermal pads and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop gaming experience MYSTIC LIGHT: 16.8 million colors / fancy lighting effects controlled in one click. MYSTIC LIGHT SYNC supports RGB, RAINBOW(ARGB), Corsair LED strips and Ambient devices 2.5G LAN with LAN Manager and Intel Wi-Fi 6E Solution: Upgraded network solution for professional and multimedia use. Delivers a secure, stable and fast network connection AUDIO BOOST 5: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience High Quality PCB: 8-layer PCB made by 2oz thickened copper and server grade level material Pre-installed I/O Shield: Better EMI protection and more convenience for installation