Z690 AORUS TACHYON is the pinnacle of overclocking motherboard completely designed by and for overclockers who are continuously seeking to break unimaginable performance limit. Its specialized VRM design memory layout trace and built-in overclocking buttons and switches enable overclocking enthusiasts to unleash full potential of latest generation Intel Core processor.N/AN/AVRM DesignN/ADigital PWM ControllerN/AVRM design uses RENESAS RAA229131 PWM controller that directly drives 15 phases for the highest efficiency.N/AN/A105A Power StageN/AEach vcore VRM phase uses 105A RAA220105 Power stage for maximum current capacity under extreme overclocking.N/AN/ATantalum Capacitor MatrixN/AVRM design uses 100% full tantalum polymer capacitors for better transient response and less mechanical interference with extreme overclocking cooling device.N/AN/ADual CPU Power ConnectorsN/ADual 8 pin CPU power connectors with metal shielding provide maximal current input to processor.N/AN/APower ArchitectureN/AGIGABYTE DIRECT VRM DESIGNN/AThe more advanced manufacturing process and the higher core count on the new generation of CPUs requires motherboards to utilize a more sophisticated VRM design to make CPUs run at their full potential. GIGABYTE uses fully DIRECT VRM DESIGN high quality MOSFETs and tantalum polymer capacitors to achieve higher efficiency lower voltage ripple and lower temperature than traditional parallel VRM design.N/AN/ATantalum Polymer Capacitor MatrixN/ABy using 100% tantalum polymer capacitors design it's easier for professional overclockers to insulate VRM area and use LN2 pot to cool down CPU without mechanical interference.N/AN/AImproved Transient ResponseN/AWith DIRECT VRM DESIGN and TANTALUM POLYMER CAPACITOR Z690 motherboards transient response voltage ripple and stability is highly improved under overclocking and heavy loading condition.N/AN/AMemoryN/A- GIGABYTE exclusive circuit design unlocks Native DDR5 voltage controlN/A- Transforms Native DDR5 memory module to Overclocked DDR5 memoryN/A- Increases DDR5 memory overclocking performance and capabilityN/A- Supports all PMIC vendors for maximum compatibilityN/AN/AXTREME MEMORYN/AWith 2-DIMM daisy chain memory trace layout Z690 AORUS TACHYON can achieve the shortest memory DIMM distance between CPU therefore reach the highest memory clock and the lowest latency.N/AN/AShielded Memory RoutingN/AAll memory routing is under the PCB inner layer shielded by a large ground layer to protect from external interference.N/AN/AConnectivityN/APCIe 5.0 DESIGNN/AGIGABYTE Z690 Motherboards are ready to work with the upcoming PCIe 5.0 devices which are expected to experience double bandwidth than the current PCIe 4.0 devices. To reach the high speed and maintain good signal integrity Gigabyte R&D uses the low impedance PCB to provide the maximum performance.N/AN/AIntel 802.11ax WIFI 6EN/AIntel latest Wireless solution 802.11ax WIFI 6E with new dedicated 6GHz band enables gigabit wireless performance provides smooth video streaming better gaming experience few dropped connections and speeds up to 2.4Gbps*. Moreover Bluetooth 5 provides 4X range over BT 4.2 and with faster transmission.N/AN/ABenefit of WIFI 6EN/A- Dedicated spectrum in 6GHz band for less interferenceN/A- 5.5X throughput than 802.11ac 1x1N/A- 4X better network capacity no traffic jams especially in those dense area with lots of devicesN/A- Network efficiency increase for better user experienceN/AN/AFirst adopter on Intel 2.5GbE LAN onboardN/A2X Faster than everN/A- Adoption of 2.5G LAN provide up to 2.5 GbE network connectivity with at least 2X faster transfer speeds compared to general 1GbE networking perfectly designed for gamers with ultimate online gaming experience.N/A- Support Multi-Gig(10/100/1000/2500Mbps) RJ-45 EthernetN/AN/AWIFI 6E AdvantageN/ASpectrum congestion is huge problem in current WIFI environment nowadays because too many devices all use existing 2.4GHz and 5GHz spectrum and it cause unreliable connection and slower speed. WIFI 6E is extended standard to WIFI 6 and it use dedicated 6GHz band that it provides not only brand new frequency to transfer data but also spacious spectrum for future more devices. With WIFI 6E users can enjoy faster connection and stronger signal than before.N/AN/AAORUS AntennaN/A- All new antenna supported 802.11ac 2.4GHz & 5GHz 4dBi signal gainN/A- 2x signal strength compared to traditional antenna designN/A- Two antenna with smart antenna function for the best WIFI signal transmittingN/A- Multiple angle tilt and magnetic base for the best signal strength direction and location