Best Alder Lake Motherboard Review

Intel Core i7 3.60 GHz processor features Socket LGA-1700 socket for installation on the PCB,25 MB of L3 cache to boost the instruction processing and system performance

Intel 7 Architecture enables improved performance per watt and micro architecture makes it power-efficient,To boost graphics and visual quality, the chipset has a built in Intel UHD Graphics controller

ASUS Prime Z690-A :Intel LGA 1700 socket: Ready for 12th Gen Intel Core processors and Windows 11, support PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 memory

AI Motherboard : AI overclocking, AI cooling and Two-way AI noise cancellation,Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, front panel USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, Thunderbolt 4 header support

Enhanced Power Solution: 16+1 DrMOS, ProCool sockets, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery,Comprehensive Cooling: Large VRM heatsink, M.2 heatsink, M.2 backplate with Q-Latch, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4

AMD AM4 Socket and PCIe 4. 0: The perfect pairing for Zen 3 Ryzen 5000 & 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen CPUs.Audio: Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback

Robust Power Design: 12plus2 DrMOS power stages with high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors provide reliable power for the last AMD high-count-core CPUs

Optimized Thermal Solution: Fanless VRM and chipset heatsinks with ASUS Stack Cool 3plus design keep your system running reliably under heavy load by enhancing passive cooling capacity for critical onboard components.

High-performance Gaming Networking: 2. 5 Gb LAN with ASUS LANGuard

Best Gaming Connectivity: Supports HDMI 2. 1(4Kat60HZ) and DisplayPort 1. 2 output, featuring dual M. 2 slots (NVMe SSD)—one with PCIe 4. 0 x4 connectivity, USB 3. 2 Gen 2 Type-C port and Thunderbolt 3 header

AMD AM4 socket: Ready for 2nd and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors to maximize connectivity and speed with up to two M.2 Drives, USB 3.2 Gen2 and AMD StoreMI

Enhanced power solution: Military-grade TUF components, Pro Cool socket and Digi plus VRM for maximum durability

Comprehensive Cooling: Active PCH heatsink, VRM heatsink, M.2 heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert

Next-Gen connectivity: Dual PCIe 4.0 m.2 and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A/Type-C

Gaming Networking: Exclusive Realtek L8200A Gigabit Ethernet, Intel 2x2 802.11ac Wi-Fi with MU-MIMO support, Bluetooth 5.0, TUF LANGuard and technology

Please ensure your BIOS is up to date if installing a compatible Ryzen 5000 series CPU. Visit ASUS site search by motherboard model name, click on “Support” tab, Drivers and Tools, then BIOS and Firmware to download the latest BIOS

Supports 12th Gen Intel Core Pentium Celeron processors for LGA 1700 socket

Supports DDR4 Memory

Premium Thermal Solution: Extended Heatsink Design and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop works

Lightning M.2: Running at PCIe Gen 4 maximizes performance for NVMe based SSDs

AUDIO BOOST: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience

Intel LGA 1700 socket: Ready for 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors

Optimal Power Solution: 8+1 power stages with ProCool power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors

Optimized Thermal Design: Integrated I/O cover and VRM heatsinks with high conductivity thermal pad, and one onboard M.2 heatsink

High-performance Networking: On-board Intel WiFi 6 (802.11ax) and Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard

Best Gaming Connectivity: Supports HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 output, two M.2 slots, as well as USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C

AI Motherboard: ASUS-exclusive AI Cooling, AI Networking and Two-Way AI Noise Cancelling to simplify setup and improve performance

DIY Friendly Design: M.2 Q-Latch, pre-mounted I/O shield, and Q-LED

Unmatched Personalization: ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including an RGB header and an addressable Gen 2 RGB header

Industry-leading Gaming Audio: SupremeFX S1220A codec with Savitech SV3H712 amplifier, along with Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation, DTS Sound Unbound and Sonic Studio III

Renowned Software: Bundled AIDA64 Extreme 60-day free trial, and an intuitive UEFI BIOS dashboard with integrated MemTest86

Intel Core i5 Deca-core (10 Core) 3.70 GHz processor with Socket LGA-1700 socket allows processor to be placed on the PCB without soldering,16 MB of L3 cache rapidly retrieves the most used data available to improve system performance

Intel 7 Architecture enables improved performance per watt and micro architecture makes it power-efficient,Built-in Intel UHD Graphics controller for great graphics and visual quality

ASUS Prime Z690-P D4 Intel Z690 (LGA 1700) ATX motherboard,Ready for 12th gen Intel processors with PCIe 5.0, three M.2 slots, 14+1 DrMOS, DDR4, HDMI, DisplayPort, Large VRM heatsinks, M.2 heatsink, PCH heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4

14+1 DrMOS, 8+4 pin ProCool connector, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery

DDR4, PCIe5.0, 2.5 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C, front panel USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, Thunderbolt 4 header support and Aura Sync RGB lighting

Supports 10th Generation Intel Core / Pentium Gold / Celeron Processors for LGA 1200 socket.Audio ports (Rear): 5 plus Optical S/PDIF (Realtek ALC1200 Codec)

Supports dual channel DDR4 memory up to 128GB (4800MHz)

Lightning USB 20G is powered by the ASmedia 3241 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 controller, offering never before seen USB speeds up to 20Gb/s from the Rear USB Type-C port

Twin Turbo M.2 with M.2 Shield Frozr delivers transfer speeds of up to 32 GB/s for ultra-fast SSDs

On-board 2.5G LAN plus Gigabit LAN with with Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax).Pre-installed I/O Shielding for convenience and protection from electrostatic discharge

Intel Core i7 3.60 GHz processor features Socket LGA-1700 socket for installation on the PCB,25 MB of L3 cache to boost the instruction processing and system performance

Intel 7 Architecture enables improved performance per watt and micro architecture makes it power-efficient,To boost graphics and visual quality, the chipset has a built in Intel UHD Graphics controller

MSI PRO Z690-A Supports 12th Gen Intel Core Pentium Celeron processors for LGA 1700 socket,Supports DDR5 Memory, up to 6400+(OC) MHz

Lightning Fast Experience: PCIe 5.0 slots, Lightning Gen4 x4 M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2,Audio Boost: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality,2.5G LAN: Upgraded network solution for professional and multimedia use. Delivers a secure, stable and fast network connection

High Quality PCB: 6-layer PCB made by 2oz thickened copper and server grade level material,Premium Thermal Solution: Extended Heatsink Design, MOSFET thermal pads rated for 7W/mk and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop works

Supports 12th Gen Intel Core / Pentium / Celeron processors for LGA 1700 socket.Audio ports (Rear): Realtek ALC897/ALC892 Codec

Supports DDR5 Memory, up to 5600(OC) MHz

Premium Thermal Solution: Extended Heatsink Design and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop works

2.5G LAN and Intel Wi-Fi 6E Solution: Upgraded network solution for professional and multimedia use. Delivers a secure, stable and fast network connection

Lightning M.2: Running at PCIe Gen4 x4 maximizes performance for NVMe based SSDs

Intel LGA 1200 Socket: Designed to unleash the maximum performance of 11th Gen Intel Core processors

AI Motherboard : AI overclocking, AI cooling and AI noise cancelation

Enhanced Power Solution: 14plus2 DrMOS power stages, ProCool sockets, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery in the most demanding situations

Comprehensive Cooling: VRM heatsink, PCH heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4 utility

Boosted Memory Performance: Careful routing of traces and vias, plus ground layer optimizations to preserve signal integrity for improved memory overclocking with ASUS OptiMem II