ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial is the pinnacle of liquid-cooled engineering. It features an eye-catching monolithic cooling system known simply as the EK UltraBlock, which can effortlessly chill the entire motherboard with a carefully engineered labyrinth of water channels, sensors, and heatsinks. The Z690 Extreme Glacial also builds upon knowledge gained from engineering the previous generation to ambitiously expand an already ample landscape of heatsinks and coolant circulation. Two additional M.2 slots now benefit from UltraBlock magic, and VRM cooling has been boosted even further to support the power stages that 12th Gen Intel Core processors can take advantage of. ROG X EK® ULTRABLOCK The Z690 Extreme Glacial UltraBlock is far more than a heatsink with water channels. This product of a close collaboration with industry leader EK Water Blocks is a complete solution for custom-loop motherboard cooling, covering the CPU, VRMs, onboard M.2 slots, PCH, and even the integrated LAN. EK Active Contact Cooling can keep M.2 drives at optimal temperatures, while 57 microfins swiftly channel water over the central processor. The ROG Water-Cooling Zone offers a sensor array that continually monitors coolant flow, temperatures, and seal integrity, and the PCH cooling block features a fin stack to enhance heat dissipation. Meanwhile, the UltraBlock has an aesthetic to match its performance, thanks to the industry-first AniMe Matrix display and a 2-inch OLED LiveDash that can display live system stats. EK® ULTRABLOCK The Ultrablock effectively cools the CPU, VRM, mid-board M.2 slot, and Z690 chipset, ensuring system stability even under sustained high load.?? M.2 HEATSINKS The M.2 heatsink keep the dual M.2 SSD at optimum operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability.? M.2 BACKPLATE?S Integrated M.2 backplates help ensure that high-performance drives deliver peak performance, even when airflow is restricted? COOLING The ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial features an arsenal of headers, sensors and tuning software to maximize the performance potential of a small army of fans and radiators. COOLER BY DESIGN ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial features comprehensive cooling options that are configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS. ROG WATER-COOLING ZONE Dual water-temperature headers and a flow-rate header feed information straight into the AI Suite utility, allowing you to track coolant temperatures and the flow rate of the entire loop. ROG FAN CONTROLLER The ROG Fan Controller offers an additional six headers that can be controlled via FanXpert 4. The card features two temperature-sensor headers, along with two thermistors that can be attached to various components. There are also six ARGB headers to illuminate ARGB fans. PERFORMANCE ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial uses stock clock speeds merely as a reference point. Piles of teamed power stages work alongside high-grade capacitors and chokes, inviting breakthroughs that can leverage a high-performance 12th Gen Intel Core processor to leave all competition in the dust. TEAMED POWER ARCHITECTURE Modern CPU architectures up the ante for motherboard power design by transitioning from deep power saving modes to full load almost instantaneously. The latest ROG VRM architecture rises to the challenge by utilizing teamed power stages to rapidly swing current, while maintaining exemplary thermal. DDR MEMORY OPTIMIZATION WITH AEMP Comprehensive memory tuning options are the cornerstone of ROG motherboards. For DDR5, the Maximus Z690 lineup breaks performance limits by providing a stacked suite of overclocking parameters for not only high-speed kits, but even entry-level memory modules that have a locked power management IC (PMIC). A dedicated circuit on the motherboard safely circumvents DDR5 memory PMIC restrictions, allowing you to step past the default 1.1-volt limit and push frequency and timings to the max. Ordinarily, a restricted PMIC that has been unlocked requires the system to be fully power-cycled each time memory voltage is adjusted. ROG motherboards leverage onboard hardware and firmware to cleverly work around this irksome limitation, enabling voltage adjustments to be applied through the same soft system-reset process employed for previous generations of DDR memory. CONNECTIVITY ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial features the latest and greatest in connectivity, including the fastest GPU and storage device transfer speeds with PCIe® 5.0, the smoothest online gameplay with WiFi 6E and 10 Gb Ethernet, a host of rapid-fire file transfers with Thunderbolt™ 4. Networking WIFI 6E Onboard WiFi 6E technology takes advantage of the newly available radio spectrum in the 6 GHz band, providing up to three times the bandwidth of the 5 GHz band and up to seven 160 MHz bands to deliver ultrafast wireless networking speeds along with improved capacity and better performance in dense wireless environments. MARVELL® AQTION 10 GBPS ETHERNET Designed to meet the demanding requirements of power users and content creators, 10 Gbps onboard Ethernet provides a new level of home networking. With up to 10 times the bandwidth of standard gigabit Ethernet, youll enjoy streaming uncompressed 4K UHD videos and system backups and file transfers that are faster than ever before. INTEL® 2.5 GB ETHERNET Onboard 2.5 Gb Ethernet gives your wired connection a boost, with up to a 2.5X improvement over standard Ethernet connections for faster file transfers, smoother lag-free gaming and high-res video streaming. USB Ports USB 3.2 GEN 2X2 FRONT-PANEL CONNECTOR WITH QUICK CHARGE 4+ Quick Charge 4+ technology can rapidly charge devices at up to 60W with a PCIe power supply cable plugged into the nearby 6-pin connector. TWO THUNDERBOLT 4 USB-C PORTS Each port delivers up to 40 Gbps of bidirectional bandwidth for the latest high-speed devices and drives. Thunderbolt 4 also supports up to two external 4K displays and extends PCIe bandwidth to up to 32 Gbps. Storage PCIe 5.0-Ready ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial is equipped with a PCIe 5.0 slot ideal for video cards and two PCIe 5.0 slots designed for M.2 drives, putting it on the cutting edge of GPU and storage device technology. ROG DIMM.2 The ROG DIMM.2 module is an innovative expansion card that allows two M.2 drives to be connected via a DDR4 interface. You can then add a metal heatsink, helping to control thermals for maximum performance while elevating aesthetics. *DIMM.2 accommodates M.2 drives up to 22110 (110 mm) in length. Audio SUPREMEFX ROG SupremeFX audio technology delivers an exceptional 113 dB signal-to-noise ratio on the line-in connection to provide best-ever recording quality. Theres also a low-dropout regulator for clean power delivery to the SupremeFX ALC4082 codec, and an ESS® 9018Q2C integrated DAC. UNLOCK A PREMIUM AUDIO EXPERIENCE The pocket-sized ROG Clavis USB digital-to-analog converter delivers a host of features to give any compatible headset a big upgrade. Its ESS 9281 QUAD DAC™ with a built-in amplifier and Master Quality Authenticated (MQA) rendering technology treats you to hi-fi-grad audio, while AI noise-canceling technology enhances headset microphones for crystal-clear voice communication. OPTIMIZATION ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial features best-in-class automatic and interactive performance optimization, including the TurboV Processing Unit, digitally controlled voltage regulators, Fan Xpert 4 and core-specific application assignment. 5-Way Optimisation LEVEL UP PERFORMANCE The dashboard-style control panel of AI Suite 3 lets you fine-tune almost every aspect of your ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial system with ease. Get the best balance between performance, cooling, stability, and efficiency via one simple and intuitive interface. UEFI BIOS The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as more comprehensive features for seasoned veterans. Differential Sensing ACCURATE VOLTAGE MONITORING Conventional motherboards use single-ended sensing circuits that are susceptible to noise and have to tap voltage rails from a location that isn’t ideal for accurate monitoring. These issues lead to a large disparity between the voltage fed to components and the values reported to software. Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial features a differential-sensing circuit that rejects noise and takes readings directly from the CPU and the end point of major voltage rails. This simplifies overclocking and tuning by allowing you to track voltages more accurately. PERSONALIZATION In addition to Aura Sync RGB customization, the ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial’s VRMs and I/O cover are graced with a new ASUS-exclusive design known as the AniMe Matrix Display, while a 2-inch OLED LiveDash can show live system information or user-customizable graphics. ANIME MATRIX™ LED DISPLAY This innovative display features an RGB grid of mini LEDs that can be programmed to show off style with custom lighting designs, unique animations and live audio visualizations. Plus, distinctive soundwave lighting effects can even flash to the sound of a person’s voice. GROW YOUR GAMING WORLD WITH AURA SYNC Up your game with complementary Aura Sync enhanced aesthetics, featuring preset lighting effects that can be easily synchronized across compatible ROG graphics cards, monitors, mice and keyboards to give your setup a unified look. LIVEDASH OLED The ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial includes LiveDash, a built-in 2-inch OLED panel that shows useful information and features customizable graphics. During the power-on, self-test (POST) phase, the OLED shows key stats in simple language using traditional POST codes. In normal operation, the panel can be programmed to show CPU frequency, device temperatures, fan speeds or water-cooling information. You can also personalize the default OLED GIF with a preferred image or animation. GAMING AUDIO SONIC STUDIO III Sonic Studio supports HRTF-based (head-related transfer function*) virtual surround for headsets, casting an immersive aural landscape that draws you deeper into the action. The intuitive Sonic Studio interface also offers a range of EQ options and one-click presets, allowing you to tailor acoustics to suit personal preferences or the characteristics of your headset. *A head-related transfer function is an audio algorithm derived from sound data recorded through a dummy head. Test tones are played from a spherical grid around the dummy head to obtain subtle changes in sounds that come from different directions. The results are combined into an algorithm that allows Sonic Studios virtual surround to process sound true to life. DTS : SOUND UNBOUND The ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial includes a pre-loaded DTS® Sound Unbound™ app that envelops you in audio as never before, conjuring whole new levels of immersion for extraordinary gaming and entertainment experiences. By exploiting Windows Sonic spatial technology, DTS Sound Unbound delivers audio in a virtual 3D space — putting you right in the middle of the soundscape, where you can sense the location and direction of every gunshot, footstep or other sound in your virtual environment. * DTS Sound Unbound requires in-game support. Check with developers for titles that offer support. ARMOURY CRATE Armoury Crate is a software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products, making it easy to tune the look and feel of your system. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate helps you customize RGB lighting and effects for compatible devices and synchronize them with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme across your system. In addition, Armoury Crate’s Fan Xpert4 tool provides comprehensive control over fans, water pumps and all-in-one (AIO) coolers. You can also use Armoury Crate to download drivers, software and user manuals, register products, and tap into a special news feed that connects you to the global ASUS gaming community. *Windows 10 required for full Aura Sync functionality within Armoury Crate. For Windows 8 and earlier versions, standalone Aura Sync software is available for free download from the product support site. AIDA64 EXTREME The ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial includes a one-year AIDA64 Extreme subscription.?This industry-leading system information tool provides detailed information about installed hardware and software, and it also provides benchmarks for measuring performance of the entire system or individual components. AIDA64 Extreme includes a monitoring and diagnostics feature to detect and prevent hardware issues. All vital system sensors can be tracked in real time, allowing voltage readings, fan speeds, and temperature information to be viewed on the desktop, sent to dedicated displays, or the OLED panels of ROG AIO liquid coolers*. *Support available for ROG Ryujin II and later models. GRAPHICS CARD HOLDER Featuring a magnetic base, adjustable slider and hinge, the ROG Graphics Card Holder banishes sag and provides support where it’s needed most. Main Features Socket LGA1700 for 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive tools including AI Overclocking, AI Cooling, AI Networking and Two-Way AI Noise-Cancelation for easy configuration Robust Power Solution: 24+1 teamed power stages rated for 105 A, ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes and premium metallic capacitors Optimized Thermal Design: Integrated EK Ultrablock, high-conductivity thermal pad, penta M.2 heatsinks and dual with embedded backplates and ROG Water-Cooling Zone High Performance Networkin Onboard Wi-Fi 6E, Marvell AQtion 10Gb, Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet, and ASUS LANGuard Fastest Gaming Connectivity: PCIe 5.0, Onboard Gen 5 M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front-panel connector with Thunderbolt 4 support, rear triple USB Type-C ports. Industry Leading Gaming Audio: ROG SupremeFX ALC4082 codec with ESS ES9018Q2C DAC for high-fidelity audio Unmatched Personalization: AniMe Matrix LED display, 2\" LiveDash OLED, ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including one RGB header and three addressable Gen 2 RGB headers DIY Friendly Design: Pre-mounted I/O shield, V-Latch switch, BIOS FlashBack, Q-Code, FlexKey, Q-Connector, M.2 Q-Latch, SafeSlot, ROG Glavis and ROG graphics card holder Renowned Software: Bundled 1-year AIDA64 Extreme subscription and intuitive UEFI BIOS dashboard with integrated MemTest86 CPU CPU Brand Intel CPU Socket Socket 1700 Installed Processors (Max) 0 (1) Supported Processor Manufacturer Intel Supported Processors 12th Gen Intel Core Processors 64-bit Support Yes Socket LGA1700 Rear Panel I/O Ports USB Ports 1 x Thunderbolt 4 / USB-C 4.0 1 x USB-C 3.2 1 x USB-C 3.1 7 x USB 3.1 HDMI Port 1 x HDMI 2.1 RJ-45 Ports 2 x RJ-45 Audio Line In Ports 1 x 3.5mm Jack Audio Line Out Ports 3 x 3.5mm Jacks Microphone In Port 1 x 3.5mm Jack S/PDIF Port 1 x S/PDIF Optical Out Antenna Connector(s) 2 x Antenna Internal I/O Connectors SATA Connectors 6 x SATA III USB Connectors 1 x USB-C 3.2 header (supports 1 port) 2 x USB 3.0 headers (supports 4 ports) 2 x USB 2.0 headers (supports 4 ports) Front Panel Connectors 1 x Front Panel 1 x Front Audio Cooling Fan Support 1 x Chassis fan headers 2 x Radiator fan headers 2 x W_PUMP+ headers 1 x WB_SENSOR header 1 x Water in header 1 x Water out header 1 x Water flow header Thunderbolt Port(s) 1 x Thunderbolt Power Connector Port 1 x 24-pin ATX 2 x 8-pin EPS 1 x 6-pin PCIe Other Connectors 1 x M.2 slot, Key M, Type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (PCIe Gen5) 1 x M.2 slot, Key M, Type 2280 (PCIe Gen4) 1 x M.2 slot, Key M, Type 2280 (PCIe Gen4 or SATA) 3 x 3-pin ARGB LED headers 1 x 4-pin RGB LED header 1 x WB_ADD header 1 x LN2 mode header 1 x Thermal Sensor header Memory Memory Bus Speed Up to 6400+ MHz (OC) Memory Type DDR5 Maximum RAM 128 GB Memory Slot 4 x DIMM Motherboard Chipset Manufacturer Intel Northbridge Z690 RAID Supported Yes RAID Format RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 SATA Supported Yes Expansion Number of PCI Express Slots 2 x PCI Express 5.0 x16 slots (@ x16 or x8/x8) 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x1 slot Graphics Device Integrated Graphics Supported Yes Warranty Warranty 3 Years Sound Integrated Sound Realtek Network Integrated Network 1 x Marvell AQtion Intel Network Speeds Supported Marvell: Up to 10 Gbps Intel: Up to 2.5 Gbps Wireless LAN Yes (Wi-Fi 6E) Wireless Network Speed Up to 2.4 Gbps Bluetooth Yes Bluetooth Version 5.2 System Requirements Operating Systems Supported Microsoft Windows 11 / 10 64-bit System BIOS 2 x 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS Software Included (may be trial or restricted) Ys Drivers Yes Physical Form Factor E-ATX Motherboard In The Box ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z690 EXTREME GLACIAL Motherboard 1 x 1-to-3 ARGB splitter cable 1 x 1-to-2 ARGB splitter cable 2 x 1-to-4 fan splitter cables 1 x RGB extension cable 3 x ROG weave SATA 6G cables 1 x 3-in-1 Thermistor cables pack 1 x ROG Fan Controller 1 x Fan EXT PWR cable 1 x ARGB input cable 1 x USB input cable 1 x ROG Fan Controller 3M Mounting tape 1 x Fan Controller manual 1 x ROG DIMM.2 with heatsink 1 x M.2 pad for ROG DIMM.2 2 x M.2 screw package for ROG DIMM.2 1 x Monoblock 3 x Screw package for monoblock 1 x Thermal pad for monoblock 1 x Fittings for monoblock 1 x M.2 heatsink 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x M.2 SSD screw package 1 x Q-connector 1 x ROG CLAVIS DAC 1 x ROG graphics card holder 1 x ROG key chain 1 x ROG logo plate stickers 1 x ROG screwdriver 1 x ROG stickers 1 x ROG thank you card 1 x USB drive with utilities and drivers 1 x User guide Width 305 mm Length 277 mm Weight 1.6 kg Key Features Motherboard Power Connectors 8 + 8-Pin Motherboard Chipset Intel Z690 Thunderbolt Yes Motherboard Model ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial WiFi Speed 2400 Mbps USB 3.1 Support Yes Internal USB3.0 Header Yes M.2 Support Yes On-board RGB Control ASUS Aura Sync Memory Speed 6400 MHz RGB Header Type 3-Pin ARGB Addressable RGB Yes Firewire No Wireless Network Yes Memory Channel Dual On-board Audio Type 7.1 Number of SATA Ports 6 port(s) Number of USB Ports 9 port(s) SATA III Support Yes USB 3.0 Support Yes Multi GPU Support No VGA Connection No DVI Connection No HDMI Connection Yes DisplayPort Connection No Motherboard Form Factor eATX