PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4

Intel® Z690 (LGA 1700) mATX motherboard with PCIe® 5.0, three M.2 slots, 10+1 DrMOS, DDR4, HDMI®, DisplayPort™, Intel® 1 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C®, front USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C®, Thunderbolt™ 4 header and Aura Sync RGB lighting
  • Intel® LGA 1700 socket: Ready for 12th gen Intel® processors
  • Enhanced power solution: 10+1 DrMOS, 4-pin+8-pin ProCool connector, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
  • Comprehensive cooling: Large VRM heatsinks, PCH heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4
  • ASUS OptiMem II: Careful routing of traces and vias, plus ground layer optimizations to preserve signal integrity for improved memory overclocking
  • Next-gen connectivity: DDR4, PCIe® 5.0, Intel® 1 Gb Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C®, front panel USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C®, Thunderbolt™ 4 header
PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4
PRIME Z690M-PLUS D4 front view
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PRIME Z690M-Plus D4 provides users and PC DIY builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features. PRIME Z690M-Plus D4 provides users and PC DIY builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features. PRIME Z690M-Plus D4 provides users and PC DIY builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features. PRIME Z690M-Plus D4 provides users and PC DIY builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features.



ASUS Prime series motherboards are expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 12th Generation Intel® processors. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, Prime Z690M-Plus D4 provides users and PC DIY builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features.


  • Performance
  • Cooling
  • Personalization
  • Connectivity
All specs of the PRIME Z690M-Plus D4 motherboard
  • Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors
  • Expansion slots
    ・1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot
    ・1 x PCIe 4.0 x16
    ・2 x PCIe 3.0 x1
  • 10+1 DrMOS
  • 4 x DIMM
    ・DDR4 5333(OC)
    ・Dual Channel
    ・OptiMem II
  • 3 x M.2 slots
    ・1 x M.2 2280(PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
    ・1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
    ・1 x M.2 2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes)
  • CPU fan headers
  • VRM heatsinks
  • CHA fan header
  • AIO pump header
  • CHA fan header
  • Chipset heatsink
  • CHA fan header
  • 2 x AURA Addressable Gen 2 headers
  • 1 x AURA RGB header
  • 1 x AURA Addressable Gen 2 header
  • 2 x USB 2.0 ports (Type-A)
  • HDMI port
  • DisplayPort
  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port (Type-A)
  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C®
  • 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
    (4 x Type-A)
  • Intel® 1Gb Ethernet
  • 3 x Audio Jacks
  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
  • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® Connector
  • ThunderboltTM header
  • 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • 2 x USB 2.0 headers

FLEXIBILITY



Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS Prime series. The Prime Z690 motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling performance tweaks to perfectly match the way you work to maximize productivity.

Intelligent Control

  • EPU
  • Fan Xpert 4
  • Digi+ VRM Control

All-Around Energy Efficiency

The Energy Processing Unit (EPU) automatically optimizes power consumption and maximizes energy savings with Away mode — a smart setting that creates an extreme energy-saving scenario by shutting down unused I/O controllers.

Flexible Air- and Liquid-Cooling Controls

ASUS Fan Xpert 4 software provides comprehensive control over fans and all-in-one (AiO) cooler. Whether cooling with air or water, an Auto-Tuning mode intelligently configures all parameters with a single click. There’s also an Extreme Quiet mode that reduces all fan speeds to below the default minimum to keep your system whisper-quiet when performing light tasks. Fans and AiO cooler can also be controlled via the UEFI BIOS.

Precise Digital Power Control

The Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) delivers real-time control over voltage droop, automatically switching frequency and power-efficiency settings. It also allows you to fine-tune your CPU for ultimate stability and performance.

UEFI BIOS



The renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure, tweak and tune your system. It offers intelligently simplified options for PC DIY beginners, as well as comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
  • Advanced Mode
  • EZ Mode

Advanced Tuning for Serious Tweakers



An intuitive Advanced mode offered via the UEFI lets you take complete control. A built-in search feature makes it easy to find options, and various advanced functions let you intelligently make nuanced adjustments so you can dial in performance just the way you want.

Search Function


Quickly and easily find the option or setting you need.

ASUS User Profile


Port configuration settings between different BIOS versions or share them with friends.

Quick and Simple Setup

EZ mode displays vital settings and stats and also offers guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and one-click application of important settings — all to help you get your rig up and running in no time.

Intuitive Graphical Fan Control


Fine-tune individual fan settings simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.

EZ XMP


Improve DRAM performance with one click.

Aura On/Off Mode (Stealth)


Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting, for a subdued aesthetic touch.
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COOLING


Prime Z690 series is engineered with multiple onboard heatsinks and an array of hybrid fan headers to ensure your rig stays cool and stable under intense workloads.

Heatsinks

The PRIME Z690M-Plus D4 motherboard offers VRM heatsinks. The PRIME Z690M-Plus D4 motherboard offers VRM heatsinks.

VRM Heatsinks and High-quality Thermal Pads



Two massive VRM heatsinks and high-quality thermal pads improve heat transfer from the MOSFETs and chokes for better cooling performance.

Cooler by Design



Prime Z690 series features comprehensive cooling controls that are configurable via Fan Xpert 4 software or via the UEFI BIOS.

Multiple Temperature Sources



Each header can dynamically reference three thermal sensors. Fan Xpert 4 allows you to map the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards to optimize cooling for GPU- and CPU-intensive tasks.

AIO Pump Header



A dedicated PWM/DC header for self-contained water-cooling setups.

Smart Protection



A dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from overheating and overcurrent.

4-Pin PWM/DC Fan



Each onboard header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.
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PERFORMANCE



Prime Z690 series is built to handle the additional cores and increased bandwidth of 12th Generation Intel® processors. ASUS Z690 motherboards provide all the fundamentals to boost daily productivity, so your system will be ready for action with stable power, intuitive cooling and flexible transfer options.

Power Design



Stable power is essential to extract every last bit of performance out of 12th Generation Intel processors. Prime Z690M-Plus D4 is geared to cater to the demands of these high-core-count CPUs.
  • ProCool Connectors
  • 10+1 DrMOS


ProCool Connectors

Proprietary connectors augment the motherboard's link to the PSU with 4 pin+8 pin connectors that pass 12 volts of power directly to the processors. Each jack features solid pins that can handle more current than hollow-pin connectors.

10+1 DrMOS

A VRM with 10+1 DrMOS delivers the power and efficiency that the latest Intel processors demand.

Memory

  • ASUS OptiMem II
  • DDR4

ASUS OptiMem II


Revisions to the motherboard’s trace routing provide the latest Intel processors with unrestricted access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to reduce vias and adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk.

Benefits of ASUS OptiMem II:

  • Improved memory stability and compatibility
  • Allows lower memory latencies at equivalent voltages
  • Improved memory frequency margin

Motherboards with OptiMem II technology were tested with Synopsys HSPICE simulation software
Top layer – ground ring to prevent lateral interference

DDR4 5333 (OC)


Improvements to trace routing design provide the latest Intel processors with enhanced access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to reduce path distance, and it adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk.

Storage



Three M.2 slots (up to 64 Gbps)



Prime Z690M-Plus D4 offers a total of three M.2 slots that support data-transfer speeds of up to 64 Gbps via PCIe® 4.0, enabling quicker boot-up and app load times with OS or application drives.


* Actual transmission speeds will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed.

Connectivity

  • PCIe® 5.0
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C®
  • Thunderbolt™ 4 Support
  • Intel® 1 Gb Ethernet
  • M.2 Slot (key E)

PCIe® 5.0 Slot

The 12th Gen Intel processors bring PCIe® 5.0 support to the market. PCIe® 5.0 offers twice the data transfer speed of PCIe® 4.0, making it robust enough to handle new data-heavy tasks. PCIe® 5.0 also brings other benefits, such as electrical changes to improve signal integrity, backward-compatible CEM connectors for add-in cards, and backward compatibility with previous versions of PCI Express.

USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C®

Numerous USB ports support high-end rigs loaded with peripherals, including rear USB Type-C® connector with fast USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 for transmission speeds of up to 20 Gbps.

Thunderbolt™ 4 Support

Prime Z690M-Plus D4 features Thunderbolt™ 4 support via an on-board header. With the latest Intel-certified ASUS ThunderboltEX 4 add-on card, it can enable bi-directional speeds of up to 40 Gbps on a single cable. Additionally, this card has a daisy-chain function for multi-screen connection and supports up to an 8K resolution display. It can also provide up to 100 watts of power to fast-charge devices.

Intel® 1 Gb Ethernet


Intel® Ethernet Connection I219-V reduces CPU overhead and offers exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput for faster, smoother data transfer.
Lower CPU workload
High TCP and UDP throughput

M.2 Slot (key E)


Prime Z690M-Plus D4 motherboard comes along with a M.2 Slot (Key E) which can support type 2230 Wi-Fi/BT and Intel® CNVi (Integrated Wi-Fi/BT) module*

* The Wi-Fi/BT module is purchased separately.

BACK TO PERFORMANCE

CUSTOMIZATION



Prime Z690 series adds the nuanced details that improve every experience, from exclusive codecs that provide pristine audio quality to intuitive RGB lighting controls that let you customize your system to create a uniquely personal look.

Audio

Combined onboard features deliver elevated audio


Intelligent design and premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything you’ve ever experienced.

Audio Shielding


Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing multi-lateral interference.

Separate Layer for Left and Right Tracks


Ensures minimal crosstalk between audio paths.

Premium Audio Capacitors


Premium parts provide an immersive sound signature, with exceptional fidelity.

Personalization

  • Aura Sync
  • Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header
  • Armoury Crate

Aura Sync


Outshine the Competition

A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for the strips and devices connected to the onboard RGB headers — and it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware.

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Static

Breathing

Strobing

Rainbow

Color Cycle

Starry Night

Music Effect

Smart

Dark

Adaptive Color

Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header


Three addressable Gen 2 RGB headers are capable of detecting the number of LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new headers also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.

Armoury Crate


Armoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported products. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate allows you to easily customize RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal. The software also provides control of settings for an ever-growing number of ASUS products, including keyboard and mouse preferences. Armoury Crate even features dedicated product registration and news to help you stay in touch with the ASUS community.
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  • Aura Sync

  • Driver & Manual Download

  • Account Management

  • Fan Xpert 4

DIY-Friendly

  • Q-LED Core
  • SafeSlot

Q-LED Core


The Q-LED Core display produces light patterns by power LED during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) that can help users troubleshoot potential issues.
No DRAM Detected
Fast blinking

4 Hz (0.25s)

No VGA Detected
Slow blinking

1/2 Hz (2s)

No Boot Device Detected
Very slow blinking

1/8 Hz (8s)

Installation Completed
Solid light

SafeSlot


PCIe® 5.0 is 2x faster than PCIe® 4.0, so we adapted our SMT manufacturing process for the faster SafeSlot, to ensure the highest data speeds. SafeSlot is a reinforced metal sheath added to a PCIe® slot to keep a card firmly installed.
LANGuard

Pumped-up throughput 2.5X higher surge tolerance
ASUS LANGuard is a hardware-level network protection feature that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium anti-EMI surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput and ensure a more reliable connection.
Overvoltage Protection

World-class circuit-protecting power design
An exclusive circuit design with built-in voltage regulators to protect your motherboard from damage caused by unexpected high-level voltages from unstable or inferior power supplies.
DRAM Overcurrent Protection

Short-circuit damage prevention
Onboard resettable fuses prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM to safeguard the lifespan of your system and connected devices.
Stainless-Steel Back I/O

3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability
Corrosion-resistant stainless-steel back I/O panels bonded with chromium oxide have a lifespan that's three times longer than ordinary panels.
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1000+
Compatible devices and components


The Prime Z690 series provides superior compatibility with thousands of components and our memory support list identifies memory compatibility, giving you more choices for worry-free PC-building experiences.

8000+
Validation hours


Every ASUS motherboard is subjected to more than 8,000 hours of stringent tests, including burn-in, environmental, compatibility, software and safety tests to confirm their durability. ASUS reliability surpasses industry standards, ensuring that every component is designed to function flawlessly in any environment.
Temperature and humidity tests
Ensures components withstand extreme conditions.
Thermal measurement tests
Ensures that the system remains cool and stable under the heaviest loads.
Insertion tests
Every port and connector is put through repeated installation cycles.
Aging tests
Up to 48-hour aging test ensures reliability.
Power-consumption tests
Checked for world-class energy efficiency.
Temperature and DC margin tests
Ensures that the motherboard is capable of coping with voltages fluctuations caused by varying temperatures.
Thermal-shock tests
Ensures ability to survive temperature changes during transportation.
Non-operation shock tests
Built to withstand jolts that may occur during shipping.
Burn-in tests
Every component is checked to ensure flawless operation.
Installation tests
Connector placement is double-checked to ensure hassle-free installation.
Drop tests
Drop tests from various heights ensure durability.
Salt and spray tests
Tested for I/O reliability, prolonged lifespan and rust-resistance.


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