# ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero WiFi 6E ATX Gaming Motherboard with PCIe 5.0, DDR5, 20+1 Power Stages, Thunderbolt 4, 5xM.2

- Category: Motherboard
- Brand: ASUS
- Model: ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO
- Part number: ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO
- Price (US): $729.99
- Price last checked: 2026-08-07
- Rating: 3.2/5 from 42 Amazon reviews
- Warranty: 3 years
- Product page: https://buildmypc.net/component-details/motherboard/asus-rog-maximus-z690-hero/

## Specifications

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | ASUS |
| Model | ROG MAXIMUS Z690 HERO |
| Socket Type | LGA 1700 |
| Chipset | Intel Z690 |
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Memory Type | 4 x DDR5 |
| Max Memory Support | 128 GB |

## Key Features

- Intel LGA 1700 socket: Ready for 12th Gen Intel Core processors and Windows 11, support PCIe 5.0 and DDR5. Manageability: WOL by PME, PXE
- Intelligent Control: ASUS-exclusive tools including AI Overclocking, AI Cooling, AI Networking(GameFirst VI) and Two-Way AI Noise-Cancelation for easy configuration
- Robust Power Solution: 20+1 teamed power stages rated for 90 A, ProCool II power connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes and premium metallic capacitors
- Optimized Thermal Design: VRM heatsinks plus integrated aluminum I/O cover, high-conductivity thermal pad, triple M.2 heatsinks and dual with embedded backplates, and ROG Water-Cooling Zone
- High-performance Networking: Onboard WiFi 6E,Bluetooth V5.2, Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet, and ASUS LANGaurd

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