| Marketing Description |
| The ROG Maximus Z690 Hero is a quintessential strand of the Republic of Gamers DNA, replete with high-octane components to satisfy users who seek an introduction to the enthusiast-grade Maximus line. Its arsenal of cooling, power delivery and connectivity stands ready to handle whatever. And with its animated Polymo lighting display on the I/O cover that dazzles with vibrant RGB logos and patterns, the ROG Maximus Z690 Hero has the looks to match its leverage. |
| Product Features |
- Intelligent motherboard
Intelligent software solutions help ensure that your system performs at its best. The ASUS AI-powered enhancements span four pillars of performance, including overclocking, cooling, networking and onboard audio, making advanced tweaks and optimization accessible to new recruits and savvy PC DIY veterans alike.
- Outstanding performance
With tailored power delivery and support for the high-performance memory, ROG Maximus Z690 Hero easily handles the demands of Intel Alder Lake-S processors. It features an intelligent VRM design that's rated for 90 amps, plus carefully selected components and memory layout optimizations to cater to enthusiasts looking to create a battle-ready rig with balanced performance.
- Advanced cooling
Top-level PC performance demands exceptional cooling. The ROG Maximus Z690 Hero is armed with robust VRM and chipset heatsinks that provide the perfect balance of mass and surface area for heat dissipation. Load up with an AIO or custom cooling loop paired with your choice of fans to keep thermals under complete control.
- Flexible tools
ROG Maximus Z690 Hero is packed with intuitive and flexible tools that give builders next-level control of system performance.
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| General |
| Product Type |
Motherboard - ATX |
| Chipset Type |
Intel Z690 |
| Processor Socket |
LGA1700 Socket |
| Max Processors Qty |
1 |
| Compatible Processors |
(supports 12th Generation Intel Core / Pentium Gold / Celeron) |
| Supported RAM |
| Max Size |
128 GB |
| Technology |
DDR5 |
| Bus Clock |
5000 MHz (O.C.), 5200 MHz (O.C.), 5400 MHz (O.C.), 5600 MHz (O.C.), 5800 MHz (O.C.), 6000 MHz (O.C.), 4800 MHz, 6200 MHz (O.C.), 6400 MHz (O.C.) |
| Supported RAM Integrity Check |
Non-ECC |
| Registered or Buffered |
Unbuffered |
| Features |
Dual channel memory architecture |
| Audio |
| Type |
HD Audio (8-channel) |
| Audio Codec |
SupremeFX (ALC4082) |
| Compliant Standards |
High Definition Audio, DTS Sound Unbound |
| LAN |
| Network Interfaces |
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Expansion / Connectivity |
| Expansion Slots |
1 x CPU
4 x DIMM 288-pin
2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (dual x8 mode; single card: x16 mode)
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4 mode) |
| Storage Interfaces |
SATA-600 -connectors: 4 x 7pin Serial ATA - RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10 / RAID 5
PCIe 4.0 -connectors: 2 x M.2 - RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5
SATA-600 / PCIe 4.0 -connectors: 1 x M.2 - RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5
PCIe 3.0 -connectors: 1 x M.2 - RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5
SATA-600 -connectors: 2 x 7pin Serial ATA
PCIe 5.0 -connectors: 1 x M.2 - RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 |
| RAID Features |
Intel Rapid Storage Technology |
| Interfaces |
2 x Thunderbolt 4/USB4
1 x HDMI
6 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
1 x USB-C Gen2
2 x USB 2.0
1 x audio line-out (center/subwoofer) - mini-jack
1 x audio line-out (rear) - mini-jack
1 x audio line-out - mini-jack
1 x microphone - mini-jack
1 x TOSLINK
1 x audio line-in - mini-jack |
| Internal Interfaces |
4 x USB 2.0 - header
1 x USB-C Gen 2x2 - header
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 - header
1 x audio - header |
| Power Connectors |
24-pin main power connector, 6-pin ATX12V connector, 2 x 8-pin ATX12V connectors |
| Features |
| BIOS Type |
AMI |
| BIOS Features |
BIOS FlashBack, UEFI BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, MemTest86 |
| Sleep / Wake Up |
Wake on LAN (WOL), wake on PME |
| Hardware Features |
Jack retasking, ASUS Q-Design, Q-DIMM, ASUS EZ DIY, Q-LED, Q-Slot, ASUS Extreme Engine Digi+, ASUS Q-Connector, audio jack detect technology, ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit), Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, ASUS TPU (TurboV Processing Unit), ASUS ROG Extreme OC, Q-Code, SupremeFX Shielding technology, ASUS DIGI+ Power Control, Gold Plated Audio Hardware, Preboot eXecution Environment (PXE), Clear CMOS Button, LANGuard, ASUS Fan Xpert 4, ASUS SafeSlot, Sonic Radar III, Sonic Studio III, M.2 heatsink, pre-mounted I/O shield, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, ASUS Aura Sync, Armoury Crate, ESS 9018 SABRE HiFi DAC, FlexKey button, ASUS ProCool II, GameFirst VI, ASUS HYDRANODE, 20+1 Phase Power Design, M.2 Q-Latch, SafeDIMM |
| Miscellaneous |
| Included Accessories |
ROG fan stickers, 2 x M.2 screws, RGB (RGBW) LED strip extension cable, ROG thank you card, Q-Connector, ROG key chain, 1 x M.2 rubber package, USB drive, ARGB LED strip extension cable, graphics card holder |
| Cables Included |
4 x Serial ATA cable |
| Software Included |
Drivers & Utilities, ROG CPU-Z, ASUS AI Suite III, ASUS Turbo App, WinRAR, Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer, BullGuard Internet Security (1 year licence), ROG GameFirst VI, ASUS AURA Creator, AIDA64 Extreme (1 year licence), MyAsus |
| Width |
30.5 cm |
| Depth |
24.4 cm |
