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Z690M AORUS ELITE DDR4

Model Z690M AORUS ELITE DDR4
Also listed as
Z690M A ELITE DDR4

Intel Z690 Micro ATX motherboard for Socket LGA1700 processors, with 4 DDR4 slots (up to 128 GB) and 2.5 GbE LAN.

Socket
LGA1700
Chipset
Intel Z690
Form factor
Micro ATX
Memory
4 x DDR4, up to 128 GB
LAN
2.5 GbE
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Overview

Highlights

  • Supports Intel Core 14th, 13th and 12th Gen processors
  • Dual Channel Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 4 DIMMs
  • Direct 12+1+2 Digital VRM Design with 60A Power Stage and Tantalum Polymer Capacitor
  • Fully Covered Thermal Design with High Coverage MOSFET Heatsinks
  • Fast Intel 2.5GbE LAN with Bandwidth Management
  • 3 x NVMe PCIe 4.0/3.0 x4 M.2 slots with Thermal Guard

Platform

Socket
LGA1700
Chipset
Intel Z690
Form factor
Micro ATX 24.4 x 24.4 cm
Memory
DDR4
  • 4 DIMM slots
  • Up to 128 GB
  • Up to 5333 MHz (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
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot, running at x4
Up to PCIe 5.0
Storage
3 x M.2
  • 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
Fastest M.2 slot: PCIe 4.0 x4
LAN
  • Intel 2.5GbE LAN
Wireless
Not included
Display outputs
1 x HDMI, 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
Micro ATX
Memory
DDR4
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 DDR4 5333(O.C.)/ DDR4 5133(O.C.)/DDR4 5000(O.C.)/4933(O.C.)/4800(O.C.)/ 4700(O.C.)/ 4600(O.C.)/ 4500(O.C.)/ 4400(O.C.)/ 4300(O.C.)/4266(O.C.) / 4133(O.C.) / 4000(O.C.) / 3866(O.C.) / 3800(O.C.) / 3733(O.C.) / 3666(O.C.) / 3600(O.C.) / 3466(O.C.) / 3400(O.C.) / 3333(O.C.) / 3300(O.C.) / 3200 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz memory modules4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB (32 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

Graphics and audio

Onboard graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel HD Graphics support:1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@60 Hz* Support for HDMI 2.1 version and HDCP 2.3.** Support native HDMI 2.1 TMDS compatible ports1 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 Audio CODECHigh Definition Audio2/4/5.1/7.1-channelSupport for S/PDIF Out

Networking

LAN
Intel 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps)

Expansion and storage

Expansion slots
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16)(The PCIEX16 slot conforms to PCI Express 5.0 standard.)1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)(The PCIEX4 slot conforms to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)
Storage interface
CPU:1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU)Chipset:1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2Q_SB)1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2P_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:1 x USB Type-C port on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support, available through the internal USB header1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port (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 CPU fan/water cooling pump header3 x system fan headers1 x system fan/water cooling pump header2 x addressable LED strip headers2 x RGB LED strip headers3 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 2 support1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers2 x Thunderbolt add-in card connectors1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0/GC-TPM2.0 SPI V2 module only)1 x serial port header1 x reset button1 x Q-Flash Plus button1 x reset jumper1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Back panel connectors
1 x USB Type-C port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port (red)4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports1 x HDMI port1 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.
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-Flash
Bundle software
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)cFosSpeed
Operating system
Support for Windows 11 64-bitSupport for Windows 10 64-bit

Board

Form factor
Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm 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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Media

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Official information

GIGABYTE product page for Z690M AORUS ELITE DDR4 gigabyte.com

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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.

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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.

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CPU coolers for LGA1700

Coolers whose specifications list socket LGA1700.

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  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE GME 240

    GIGABYTE

    GAMING 240

    GP-GIGABYTE GME 240

    • 240 mm
    • 2 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
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  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE GME 240I

    GIGABYTE

    GAMING 240 ICE

    GP-GIGABYTE GME 240I

    • 240 mm
    • 2 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
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  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE EAGLE 360

    GIGABYTE

    EAGLE 360

    GP-GIGABYTE EAGLE 360

    • 360 mm
    • 3 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
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Cabinets for Micro ATX boards

Cabinets whose specifications list Micro ATX motherboard support.

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Parts to plan with this motherboard

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Support

Warranty and repairs

Warranty is as per GIGABYTE’s terms for this model. For products bought from us, call our service team with the invoice number, the model and the product’s serial number.

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Practical notes

  1. Update the BIOS only from the official support page, following the brand’s instructions.
  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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