ASRock Z690 PG Riptide

The ASRock Z690 PG Riptide, released in November 2021, is a feature-rich ATX motherboard designed for Intel CPUs using the LGA1700 socket. This mother
15 Feb
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The ASRock Z690 PG Riptide, released in November 2021, is a feature-rich ATX motherboard designed for Intel CPUs using the LGA1700 socket. This motherboard leverages the Intel Z690 chipset to deliver advanced performance and expandability, making it suitable for gaming, content creation, and other demanding applications.

Key features of the ASRock Z690 PG Riptide include:

  • Product Type: Intel CPU motherboard
  • CPU Socket: Intel LGA1700
  • Chipset: Intel Z690
  • Power Phase Design: 13 phases, each delivering 55A for stable and efficient power delivery
  • Form Factor: ATX (30.5 x 24.4 cm)

Memory Support:

  • Type: DDR4
  • Speed: Up to 4800MHz (PC4-38400)
  • Slots: 4 DIMM slots
  • Channel: Dual-channel memory architecture
  • Maximum Capacity: 128GB
  • Technologies: Supports XMP for easy overclocking and Optane memory for enhanced performance

Expansion Slots:

  • PCIe Slots:
    • Two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots
    • Three PCIe x1 slots
  • Multi-GPU Support: CrossFire

Storage Options:

  • M.2 Slots: Three M.2 slots supporting PCIe 4.0, NVMe, and SATA interfaces, with form factors 2242, 2260, 2280, and 22110
  • SATA Ports: Eight SATA3 (6Gb/s) ports
  • RAID Support: SATA RAID

Graphics Output:

  • HDMI: Yes

Rear I/O Ports:

  • USB Ports:
    • One USB 3.x 20Gbps Type-C
    • Two USB 3.x 10Gbps Type-A
    • Two USB 3.x 5Gbps Type-A
    • Two USB 2.0 Type-A
  • Other Ports:
    • RJ-45
    • S/PDIF
    • Audio jacks
    • PS/2

Networking:

  • Wired LAN: Killer E3100G 2.5Gbps Ethernet
  • Wireless LAN: M.2 Key-E slot for optional Wi-Fi module

Audio:

  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897, providing 7.1 channel HD audio

Internal Headers:

  • Thunderbolt 4 Header
  • USB Headers:
    • USB 3.0
    • USB 2.0
    • USB 3.0 Type-C
  • RGB Headers:
    • One RGB 12V 4-pin header
    • Three ARGB 5V 3-pin headers
  • Fan Headers: Four 4-pin system fan headers
  • Other Headers:
    • TPM header

Additional Features:

  • Cooling Solutions:
    • Includes M.2 heatsinks for improved thermal management
    • DrMOS for efficient power delivery
  • Lighting: Integrated POLYCHROME RGB lighting system with customizable LEDs on the heatsink
  • BIOS: UEFI BIOS for a user-friendly interface and advanced system configuration

The ASRock Z690 PG Riptide offers a robust platform for building a high-performance PC with advanced connectivity, ample expansion options, and enhanced thermal solutions, making it a top choice for enthusiasts and power users.