Features • Intel LGA 1700 socket: Ready for 12th Gen Intel Core™ processors • Enhanced power solution: 14+1 Dr MOS, six-layer PCB, Pro Cool sockets, alloy chokes & durable capacitors for stable power delivery • Next-gen connectivity: PCIe 5.0, USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.2 Gen 2x 2 Type-C, front USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, Thunderbolt™ 4 header support • Made for online gaming: Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet & TUF LANGuard • Two-way AI Noise-Cancelation: Reduces background noise from the microphone & audio output for crystal-clear communication in games or video conferences • Comprehensive cooling: Enlarged VRM heatsink, PCH fanless heatsink, M.2 heatsinks, hybrid fan headers & Fan Xpert 4 utility in Armoury Crate • Outshine RGB Aura Effect: Stylish edge & PCH lighting design, addressable RGB headers & RGB strip header support Durable. Stable. Reliable. ASUS TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS D4 takes all the essential elements of the latest Intel processors & combines them with game-ready features & proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components, an upgraded power solution & a comprehensive cooling system, this motherboard offers rock-solid & stable performance for marathon gaming. Aesthetically, TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS D4 sports the new TUF Gaming logo & incorporates simple geometric design elements to reflect the dependability & stability that defines the TUF Gaming series. Rock-Solid Performance With upgraded power delivery & comprehensive cooling options to drive the 12th Gen Intel Core™ processors, plus support for faster memory & storage, TUF GAMING Z690 motherboards are the perfect foundation for your next high-core-count battle rig. Dr MOS The onboard VRMs feature 14+1 Dr MOS power stages that combine high-side & low-side MOSFETs & drivers into a single package, delivering the power & efficiency that 12th Gen Intel Core processors dem&. The power stages are each rated to handle 80 amperes to provide stable performance for current & future Intel processors. Easy PC DIY TUF GAMING motherboards are designed to be easy to set up & configure just the way you want — even for first-time builders. The TUF GAMING Alliance ecosystem makes selecting compatible parts easy, while Armoury Crate software provides Fan Xpert 4 & hardware information & offers full full control of Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation, RGB lighting & peripheral settings. The TUF GAMING platform gives you the arsenal you need to build & optimize your dream gaming rig, without unnecessary complexity. Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet Onboard 2.5 Gb Ethernet gives your wired connection a boost with speeds that are up to 2.5x faster than standard Ethernet connections. This translates to incredibly fast file transfers, low-lag online gaming, & high-res video streaming.