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Z690 AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE

Model Z690 AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE
Also listed as
Z690 AORUS XTREME WB

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

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

Highlights

  • Supports Intel Core 14th, 13th and 12th Gen processors
  • Dual Channel Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR5, 4 DIMMs
  • 20+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
  • Thermal Reactive Armor with All in One Monoblock and NanoCarbon Baseplate
  • Intel Thunderbolt 4 onboard

Platform

Socket
LGA1700
Chipset
Intel Z690
Form factor
E-ATX 30.5 x 28.5 cm
Memory
DDR5
  • 4 DIMM slots
  • Up to 256 GB
  • Up to 6600 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 x8
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot, running at x4
Up to PCIe 5.0
Storage
4 x M.2
  • 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
Fastest M.2 slot: PCIe 4.0 x4
LAN
  • Marvell AQtion AQC113C 10GbE LAN
  • Intel 2.5GbE LAN (LAN2)
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX210
Power inputs
  • 24-pin ATX
  • 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V

At a glance

Platform
Intel
Socket
LGA1700
Chipset
Z690
Form factor
E-ATX
Memory
DDR5
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6E
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 6600(O.C.) / 6400(O.C.) / 6200(O.C.) / 6000(O.C.) / 5800(O.C.) / 5600(O.C.) / 5400(O.C.) / 5200(O.C.) / 4800 / 4000 MHz 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 Thunderbolt 4 Controller:2 x Intel Thunderbolt 4 connectors (USB Type-C ports), supporting DisplayPort and Thunderbolt video outputs and a maximum resolution of 5120x2880@60 Hz with 24 bpp (via single display output)* Support for DisplayPort 1.4 version and HDCP 2.3(Graphics specifications may vary depending on CPU support.)
Audio
1 ESS ES9280AC DAC chip + 2 ESS ES9080 chipsDTS Sound UnboundHigh Definition Audio2-channelSupport for S/PDIF Out* The line out jack and the optical S/PDIF out connector can only be used one at a time.
Multi-Graphics technology
Support for AMD Quad-GPU CrossFire and 2-Way AMD CrossFire technologies

Networking

LAN
Marvell AQtion AQC113C 10GbE LAN chip(10 Gbps/5 Gbps/2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps) (LAN1)Intel 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps) (LAN2)
Wireless communication module
Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX210WIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bandsBLUETOOTH 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.1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x8 (PCIEX8)* The PCIEX8 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16 slot. When the PCIEX8 slot is populated, the PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x8 mode.(The PCIEX16 and PCIEX8 slots conform to PCI Express 5.0 standard.)1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4_1)(The PCIEX4_1 slot conforms 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:2 x M.2 connectors (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2P_SB, M2Q_SB)1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2M_SB)4 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+Intel Thunderbolt 4 Controller:2 x USB Type-C ports on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 supportChipset:1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support, available through the internal USB header6 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panelChipset+USB 3.2 Gen 2 Hub:4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panelChipset+USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub:4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB headersChipset+USB 2.0 Hub:4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB header (with the included front USB header extension cable)
Internal I/O connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors1 x CPU fan header1 x water cooling CPU fan header1 x water cooling kit CPU LED header (LED_CPU)1 x AORUS RGB Memory Armor power header (LED_DDR)4 x system fan headers4 x system fan/water cooling pump headers1 x noise detection header2 x integrated extension cable headers for addressable and RGB LED strips4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors4 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors1 x front panel header1 x USB Type-C header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 headers1 x USB 2.0/1.1 header2 x temperature sensor headers1 x power button1 x reset button
Back panel connectors
1 x Q-Flash Plus button1 x OC Ignition button1 x Clear CMOS button2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)2 x Thunderbolt 4 connectors (USB Type-C ports, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support)10 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)2 x RJ-45 ports1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector2 x audio jacks* The mic in jack supports only mono microphone input.
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@BIOSEasyTuneFast BootGame BoostON/OFF ChargeRGB 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
E-ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 28.5cm

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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Official information

GIGABYTE product page for Z690 AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE gigabyte.com

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.

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Power supplies

Ratings from 400 W to 3000 W. This board's power inputs: 24-pin ATX and 2 x 8-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 E-ATX boards

Cabinets whose specifications list E-ATX motherboard support.

All 10 cabinets
  • GIGABYTE AC500G

    GIGABYTE

    AORUS C500 GLASS

    AC500G

    • Mid Tower
    • Up to E-ATX
    • 4 x 120 mm ARGB
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  • GIGABYTE GB-C301G

    GIGABYTE

    C301 GLASS

    GB-C301G

    • Mid Tower
    • Up to E-ATX
    • 4 x 120 mm ARGB
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  • GIGABYTE GB-C301G W

    GIGABYTE

    C301 GLASS WHITE

    GB-C301G W

    • Mid Tower
    • Up to E-ATX
    • 4 x 120 mm ARGB
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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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