ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero

LGA 1700, Intel Z690 (DDR5), ATX
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The ROG Maximus Z690 Hero is the quintessence of the Republic of Gamers DNA, packed with high-octane components to satisfy users looking for an entry point into the Maximus line for enthusiasts. Its arsenal of cooling, power and connectivity is ready to handle anything the 12th generation Intel Core processors have to offer. And with the new animated Polymo lighting display on the I/O cover that shines with glowing RGB logos and patterns, the ROG Maximus Z690 Hero looks as good as it performs.

Key specifications

Processor family
Core i5 12th Gen, 
Core i7 12th Gen, 
Core i9 12th Gen
Memory type
DDR5 RAM
Number of memory modules (RAM)
4 x
Internal connection options
M.2 PCI/SATA Combo (1x), 
M.2 PCIe (2x), 
S-ATA III (6x)
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth, 
Wi-Fi
Mainboard features
Clear CMOS Button
Item number
17252880

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
90MB18E0-M0EAY0
Release date
4.11.2021

Motherboard properties

Form factor
ATX
Processor socket
LGA 1700
Chipset
Intel Z690 (DDR5)
Mainboard features
Clear CMOS Button
Operating system compatibility
Windows 10
BIOS type
UEFI AMI
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth, 
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 1 / 802.11b, 
Wi-Fi 2 / 802.11a, 
Wi-Fi 3 / 802.11g, 
Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11n, 
Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac, 
Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax

Processor

Processor family
Core i5 12th Gen, 
Core i7 12th Gen, 
Core i9 12th Gen

Memory

Memory form factor
DIMM
Number of pins
288 x
Number of memory modules (RAM)
4 x
Max. memory (RAM)
128 GB
Memory chip
DDR5-4800
Max. RAM OC
6400 MHz
Supported memory speed
4800 MHz, 
5000 MHz, 
5200 MHz, 
5400 MHz, 
5600 MHz, 
5800 MHz, 
6000 MHz, 
6200 MHz, 
6400 MHz
Memory type
DDR5 RAM
RAM buffer
Unbuffered

Graphics properties

Video connections
HDMI (1x), 
Thunderbolt (2x)
Video connection version
HDMI 2.1

Network

Network connections
RJ45 (1x)
Ethernet controller brand
Realtek
Ethernet controller
Intel, 
Intel I225-V
Max. port speed
2.50 Gbit/s

Audio

Chip
Realtek ALC4082
Audio channel
7.1 Channel
Audio Connections
Jack 3.5mm (3x), 
Optical TOSLINK (1x)

Data storage

RAID configuration
0, 
1, 
10, 
5

Internal interfaces

Internal connection options
M.2 PCI/SATA Combo (1x), 
M.2 PCIe (2x), 
S-ATA III (6x)
Expansion slot
PCI Express x16 (Gen 4) (1x)
Number of fan connector
4

Further connections

USB ports
USB-A
Exact USB ports
USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (1x), 
USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 (3x)
Peripheral connections
USB 2.0 Type-A (2x), 
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (1x), 
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (1x)

Power supply

Power connectors
24-pin ATX

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100, 
SBTi

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
4 x Serial ATA cable

Product dimensions

Length
305 mm
Width
244 mm
Height
305 mm
Weight
1.60 g

Package dimensions

Length
36.20 cm
Width
31 cm
Height
11.20 cm
Weight
3.79 kg

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Motherboards» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.MSI
    2.6 %
  • 3.AsRock
    2.8 %
  • 4.ASUS
    2.9 %
  • 5.NZXT
    4.3 %
  • 6.Supermicro
    5.2 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.MSI
    2 days
  • 1.NZXT
    2 days
  • 4.Gigabyte
    3 days
  • 5.Supermicro
    5 days
  • 6.ASUS
    6 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Motherboards» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Supermicro
    4.3 %
  • 2.MSI
    4.7 %
  • 3.ASUS
    4.9 %
  • 4.Gigabyte
    5.1 %
  • 5.NZXT
    6.7 %
Source: Galaxus