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1. Introducing the MSI MEG Z690 Godlike2. Test Setup and CPU Testing3. Performance – Gaming4. Performance – Technical5. Closing Thoughts6. View All Pages
We have previously told you about the hugely expensive MSI MEG Z690 Godlike and now the time has come for a full review. The hardware includes 22 VRM phases that are each rated at 105A and you get all sorts of goodies such as Thunderbolt 4 and 10 Gigabit Ethernet. On the other hand we have a UK price of £1,850 that takes our breath away in a rather painful manner. We suggest you strap in as the ride promises to be rather rocky.
Key features
Specification
CPU Support: Supports 12th Gen Intel Core Processors, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
CPU Socket: LGA 1700
Chipset: Intel Z690
PCI Express: 2x PCIe 5.0 x16 slots, 1x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot,
Supports Nvidia SLI and AMD CrossFire Technology
Display Interface: 2x Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C) – Input from mini DisplayPort
Memory Support: 4 DIMMs, Dual Channel DDR5-6666+MHz (OC)
Storage:
1x M.2 Gen5 x4 128Gbps slot,
4x M.2 Gen4 x4 64Gbps slots,
1x M.2 Gen3 x4 32Gbps slot,
6x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Thunderbolt 4 2x USB Type-C up to 40Gbit
Charging support up to 5V/3A/15W
2x Mini DisplayPort input ports
USB ports:
2x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 20Gbps (2 Type-C)
8x USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps (8 Type-A)
4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps (4 Type-A)
4x USB 2.0
LAN: Aquantia AQC113CS 10Gbit and Intel I225-V 2.5Gbit
WiFi: Intel Wi-Fi 6E module, Bluetooth 5.2
Audio: 8-Channel (7.1) HD Audio with Audio Boost 5 HD
Form Factor: E-ATX
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