Motherboards

Z690 AORUS ULTRA

Model Z690 AORUS ULTRA

Intel Z690 ATX motherboard for Socket LGA1700 processors, with 4 DDR5 slots (up to 256 GB) and Wi-Fi 6.

Socket
LGA1700
Chipset
Intel Z690
Form factor
ATX
Memory
4 x DDR5, up to 256 GB
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6

Overview

Highlights

  • Supports Intel Core 14th, 13th and 12th Gen processors
  • Dual Channel Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR5, 4 DIMMs
  • 16+1+2 Phases Direct VRM Design with 105A Power Stage and Tantalum Polymer Capacitor
  • DDR5 XTREME MEMORY Design with SMD DIMM and Shielded Memory Routing
  • Advanced Thermal Solution with Fully Covered Thermal Design and Fins-Array II
  • WIFI6 802.11ax 2T2R & BT5 with AORUS Antenna

Platform

Socket
LGA1700
Chipset
Intel Z690
Form factor
ATX 30.5 x 24.4 cm
Memory
DDR5
  • 4 DIMM slots
  • Up to 256 GB
  • Up to 6200 MT/s (OC)
Dual channel
Processor support
  • 14th, 13th, and 12th Generation Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron processors*
Expansion slots
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot, running at x16
  • 2 x PCIe x16 slots, running at x4
Up to PCIe 5.0
Storage
4 x M.2
  • 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
Fastest M.2 slot: PCIe 4.0 x4
LAN
  • Intel 2.5GbE LAN
Wireless
Bluetooth 5.2 WIFI Module
Display outputs
1 x DisplayPort For processors with integrated graphics
Power inputs
  • 24-pin ATX
  • 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V
  • 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V

At a glance

Platform
Intel
Socket
LGA1700
Chipset
Z690
Form factor
ATX
Memory
DDR5
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6
Series
AORUS
Full specifications

Specifications

Platform

CPU
LGA1700 socket: Support for the 14th, 13th, and 12th Generation Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors*L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset
Intel Z690 Express Chipset
Memory
Support for DDR5 6200(O.C.) / 6000(O.C.) / 5800(O.C.) / 5600(O.C.) / 5400(O.C.) / 5200(O.C.) / 4800 / 4000 MT/s memory modules4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 256 GB (64 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memoryDual channel memory architectureSupport for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode)Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modulesSupport for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules(The CPU and memory configuration may affect the supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules, please refer to "Memory Support List" for more information.)

Graphics and audio

Onboard graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel HD Graphics support:1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60 Hz* Support for DisplayPort 1.2 version and HDCP 2.3(Graphics specifications may vary depending on CPU support.)
Audio
Realtek ALC4080 CODECSupport for DTS:X UltraHigh Definition Audio2-channel analog outputSupport for S/PDIF Out7.1-channel digital signals

Networking

LAN
Intel 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps)
Wireless communication module
WIFI ModuleWIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5 GHz Dual-BandBLUETOOTH 5.2Support for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard and up to 2.4 Gbps data rate

Expansion and storage

Expansion slots
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16)* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.(The PCIEX16 slot conforms to PCI Express 5.0 standard.)2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at x4 (PCIEX4_1, PCIEX4_2)(The PCIEX4 slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)
Storage interface
CPU:1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU)Chipset:1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2C_SB)2 x M.2 connectors (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2P_SB, M2Q_SB)6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectorsSupport for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10Intel Optane Memory Ready* System acceleration with Intel Optane Memory can only be enabled on the M.2 connectors supported by the Chipset.

Ports and connectors

USB
Chipset:2 x USB Type-C ports, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support (1 port on the back panel, 1 port available through the internal USB header)4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panelChipset+2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hubs:6 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header)Chipset+2 USB 2.0 Hubs:8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers)
Internal I/O connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector1 x CPU fan header1 x water cooling CPU fan header4 x system fan headers2 x system fan/water cooling pump headers2 x addressable LED strip headers2 x RGB LED strip headers4 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors1 x front panel header1 x front panel audio header1 x USB Type-C header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers1 x noise detection header2 x Thunderbolt add-in card connectors1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0 module only)1 x power button1 x Q-Flash Plus button1 x reset button1 x reset jumper1 x Clear CMOS jumper2 x temperature sensor headers
Back panel connectors
2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)1 x USB Type-C port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports1 x DisplayPort1 x RJ-45 port1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector2 x audio jacks
I/O controller
iTE I/O Controller Chip

Firmware and software

H/W monitoring
Voltage detectionTemperature detectionFan speed detectionWater cooling flow rate detectionFan fail warningFan speed control* Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install.Noise detection
BIOS
1 x 256 Mbit flashUse of licensed AMI UEFI BIOSPnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique features
Support for APP Center@BIOSEasyTuneRGB FusionSmart BackupSystem Information ViewerSupport for Q-Flash PlusSupport for Q-FlashSupport for Xpress Install
Bundle software
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)cFosSpeed
Operating system
Support for Windows 11 64-bitSupport for Windows 10 64-bit

Board

Form factor
ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's published information and may change. Confirm critical values with our sales desk before ordering.

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Platform and pairing

Processor and memory

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Graphics cards

A spread of current cards, from top tier to entry level. Each card page lists its length and recommended power supply.

Power supplies

Ratings from 400 W to 3000 W. This board's power inputs: 24-pin ATX, 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V and 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V. Size the supply to the recommended PSU of the graphics card you fit.

CPU coolers for LGA1700

Coolers whose specifications list socket LGA1700.

Cabinets for ATX boards

Cabinets whose specifications list ATX motherboard support.

Parts to plan with this motherboard

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Support

Warranty and repairs

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Practical notes

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  2. Check the CPU support list for the BIOS version before buying a processor.
  3. Install chipset, LAN and audio drivers from the official support page.

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