Intel · 2021
Intel Z690
The Intel Z690 is a desktop chipset for LGA 1700 sockets, released in 2021. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory and offers CPU and memory overclocking.
The Intel Z690 is a chipset designed for Intel's LGA 1700 socket, targeting desktop platforms. Released in October 2021 with a launch MSRP of $57, it has a TDP of 6 W. The chipset provides 28 PCIe lanes, supporting PCIe 3.0 and 4.0, and features a DMI 4.0 interface to the CPU. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, but not ECC memory. Storage options include 8 SATA III ports and Intel Rapid Storage Technology. Connectivity includes up to 4 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ports, 10 USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, 10 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, and 14 USB 2.0 ports. Integrated Ethernet MAC and Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 are also included. The Z690 enables CPU overclocking and memory overclocking via XMP/EXPO. It is typically paired with Intel 12th Gen Core processors.
Specifications
| Socket unverified | LGA 1700 |
|---|---|
| Platform | Desktop |
| TDP | 6 W |
| PCIe version | 3.0, 4.0 |
| Total PCIe lanes (chipset) | 28 |
| DMI version | 4.0 |
| Memory support | DDR4, DDR5 |
| ECC memory support | No |
| SATA III ports | 8 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ports | 4 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports | 10 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports | 10 |
| USB 2.0 ports | 14 |
| Integrated Ethernet | Integrated MAC |
| Integrated Wi-Fi | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 |
| Intel Rapid Storage Technology | Yes |
| CPU overclocking | Yes |
| Memory overclocking (XMP/EXPO) | Yes |
| Release date | 2021-10-01 |
| Release year | 2021 |
| Launch MSRP | 57 USD |