Product Overview
Intel Core i9 12900K 16-Core Processor
Revolutionary Performance and Multitasking
With the highest clock speeds and a groundbreaking new architecture, you’ll be able to push your gameplay to new heights while secondary apps run seamlessly in the background.Divide and Conquer
Intel’s new performance hybrid architecture integrates two core families into a single CPU, keeping everything in your gaming universe running smoothly.8 Performance-cores (the foreground): P-cores are built for performance across single and lightly-threaded workloads, enhancing activities like gaming and productivity.
8-Efficient cores (the background): E-cores are optimized for multi-threaded performance, minimizing interruptions from secondary tasks.
Intel® Thread Director: Prioritizes and manages workloads, sending tasks to the best core for the job.
Performance Beyond the Cores
The new processor architecture is also compatible with the latest platform innovations, giving you performance improvements throughout your PC.Ready for What’s Next: Support for PCIe Gen 5 and DDR5 for high-performance components like memory and graphics.
Best-in-class Connectivity: Thunderbolt™ 4 and Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 6/6E (Gig+) deliver fast transfer speeds and connections to peripherals.
Streamlined Overclocking: Separate overclocking controls for both types of cores give you nuanced personalization.
ASUS ROG Strix Z690-F GAMING WIFI Motherboard
ROG Strix Z690-F Gaming WiFi
ROG Strix Z690-F Gaming WiFi offers premium-grade power delivery and cooling to unleash the full force of 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors. Framerates and load times can be boosted even further by all-new support for DDR5 memory and PCIe® 5.0 video cards. Plus, ASUS-exclusive intelligent controls help optimize PC settings, while onboard WiFi 6E brings lightning-fast data transfers to an endless variety of scenarios. On top of all that, DIY-friendly innovations help simplify the PC building process to get to you up and running smoothly.All-Round Performance
ROG Strix Z690-F Gaming WiFi is armed with all the essentials you need to create a gaming PC with top-tier performance. Heavy-duty power delivery and optimized cooling provide the weapons you need to push any gaming build to its limits. Intelligent controls enable easy management of overclocking, cooling and networking settings. And Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation helps ensure crystal-clear in-game communication.Power Design
Digital power control and an array of power stages provide the muscle needed to control the latest Intel CPUs.Power Stages
16+1 power stages combine high-side and low-side MOSFETS and drivers into a single package, delivering power and efficiency that the latest Intel processors can take full advantage of.Alloy Chokes and Durable Capacitors
High-end chokes and durable capacitors are engineered to resist extreme temperatures, enabling performance that exceeds industry standards.8+8 ProCool II Power Connector
ASUS ProCool II connectors are built to tight specifications to ensure full contact with power supply cable wiring. A metal sheath improves heat dissipation, and low electrical impedance helps prevent hotspots and bolsters reliability.Digi+ Power Control
The Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the industry, ensuring ultrasmooth and clean power delivery to the CPU.Six-Layer PCB
Multi-layered printed circuit board design quickly dissipates heat around the voltage regulators to improve overall system stability and provide the CPU with more overclocking headroom.Integrated I/O Cover & VRM Heatsinks
Two thick VRM heatsinks connected by a heat pipe and bonded to a pre-mounted metal I/O shield provide ample surface area and mass to handle the power needs of high-performance 12th Gen Intel processors.Thermal Pads
Specially engineered thermal pads efficiently transfer heat from the inductor and phase array to the heatsink.Three M.2 Heatsinks
Multiple M.2 heatsinks help maintain onboard M.2 NVME SSDs at optimal temperatures for consistent performance and reliability.M.2 Backplate
An integrated M.2 backplate helps ensure that high-performance drives deliver peak performance, even when airflow is restricted. ROG Strix Z690 motherboards feature comprehensive cooling options that are configurable via the Fan Xpert 4 tool in Armoury Crate or within the UEFI BIOS.Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation
This powerful ASUS-exclusive utility leverages a massive deep-learning database to reduce background noise from the microphone* and incoming audio while preserving voices. Distracting keyboard clatter, mouse clicks, and other ambient noises are removed so you can hear and be heard with perfect clarity while gaming or during calls.ROG AI Overclocking
ROG AI Overclocking is an intelligent utility that helps you get the most out of your build by automatically profiling your CPU and cooling system to predict optimal voltage and frequency settings. Accessible via the AI Suite software in Windows or directly through the UEFI, the intuitive AI Overclocking user interface enables users of all levels. A range of customizable settings is available for seasoned overclockers, and an auto-tuning option is available for beginners.Designed by Experts
At the heart of AI Overclocking is a proprietary algorithm developed by ROG R&D engineers who worked with world-renowned overclockers to create a tool for users of all levels.Predictive Edge
An algorithm analyzes your CPU and cooling system, then it leverages that data to intelligently predict optimal settings. Custom-tailored frequencies and voltages are automatically applied to perfect the clock-speed optimization process.Real-Time Adjustments
Workload, system temperature, fan speed, and power draw are automatically monitored by the software, and the information is used to make real-time adjustments to ensure ongoing optimal performance.AI Overclocking in AI Suite
Onboard intelligence lets you automate overclocking with full, flexible control via 5-Way Optimization within AI Suite (in Windows).AI Overclocking Guide
The AI Overclocking Guide provides detailed information and instructions about how to tune your system manually. It can be accessed by hitting the F11 hotkey.Core Group Loading
For the high-core-count processors in the Z690 series, AI Overclocking software lists data according to the core group. This gives you adaptive control based on the status of core groups, and it provides target frequencies and voltages needed for manual tuning.AI Cooling
ASUS AI Cooling technology automatically manages and controls motherboard-connected fans to ensure optimal settings based on the current system load and temperature.CPU Temperature Detection
AI Cooling detects CPU temperatures and uses a proprietary algorithm to calculate the lowest fan speed required to effectively cool the system and keep fan noise down.Automated Optimization
Under stable system loads, the software then automatically lowers fan* speed to the optimal setting, decreasing fan noise without compromising performance.*Fans need to be connected to the following headers for AI Cooling control: CPU_FAN / CPU_OPT / CHA_FAN / M.2_FAN / H_AMP / RAD_FAN.
Ongoing Monitoring
AI Cooling continues to monitor the system and adjust fan speed based on the current load.Automatic Tuning
AI Cooling can easily be activated via the Fan Xpert 4 dashboard in ASUS AI Suite 3. Once activated, it will override all manual controls.Manual Tuning
For those who prefer manual control, AI Cooling provides reference points on a graph that details fan speed in relation to temperature, providing a guide for fan settings.AI Networking
The proprietary ROG GameFirst VI utility is designed to help all users — beginners, experts, and everyone in between — optimize network settings to ensure smooth online gameplay. New to this generation, GameFirst VI features AI-enhanced identification and boost technologies to ensure faster and smarter network optimization.Identification
GameFirst VI analyzes usage patterns and the digital signatures of your applications and compares them to a database of over 200,000 apps.Boost
GameFirst VI intelligently switches application priority and adjusts bandwidth, depending on the situation. When gaming, it accelerates and prioritizes game packets to give you super smooth online gameplay. even when you're streaming high-quality video or transferring large files.Visualization
GameFirst VI intelligently switches application priority and adjusts bandwidth, depending on the situation. When gaming, it accelerates and prioritizes game packets to give you super smooth online gameplay. even when you're streaming high-quality video or transferring large files.Network Insight
WIFI Quick Assist analyzes network information and generates a graph to give you a clear picture of the current network status. In addition, when paired with a ROG router, you can scan your WiFi network to find the best channel and use Game Boost to prioritize gaming devices and packets.Gaming First Mode
Gaming First mode leverages a massive application database and an analysis of your frequently used apps to prioritize gaming network traffic. This reduces jitter and decreases ping to give you lag-free online gaming.Adaptive Intelligence
GameFirst VI notes what you're currently doing and adjusts bandwidth accordingly to ensure smooth online experiences, even when multitasking.Storage & Memory
Comprehensive memory tuning options are the cornerstone of ROG motherboards. For DDR5, the Maximus Z690 lineup breaks performance limits by providing a stacked suite of overclocking parameters for not only high-speed kits, but even entry-level memory modules that have a locked power management IC (PMIC).New to Memory Overclocking? We've Got You Covered
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMP) is an exclusive firmware feature for PMIC-restricted memory modules. AEMP automatically detects the memory chips on your kit and then presents optimized frequency, timing, and voltage profiles that you can effortlessly apply to unleash performance.PCIe Performance
With four strategically placed M.2 slots, ROG Strix Z690-F Gaming WiFi leverages mighty CPU and chipset bandwidth to deliver lightning-fast PCIe 4.0 data transfers, Intel NVM Express® RAID, and high-capacity drive options that blaze past traditional SATA-based SSDs.WiFi 6E
Onboard WiFi 6E technology takes advantage of the newly available radio spectrum in the 6 GHz band. It provides up to three times the bandwidth of the 5 GHz band and up to seven 160 MHz bands to deliver ultrafast wireless networking speeds and improved capacity as well as better performance in dense wireless environments.WiFi 6E Antenna: The antenna has two built-in transmitters and receivers to enable faster transmission speeds, and it supports the 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz bands.
Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet
Onboard 2.5 Gb Ethernet gives your wired connection a boost, with up to a 2.5X improvement over standard Ethernet connections for faster file transfers, smoother lag-free gaming, and high-res video streaming.SupremeFX
ROG SupremeFX is a unique blend of hardware and software that provides superior audio. In ROG Strix Z690-F Gaming WiFi, SupremeFX features the ALC4080 codec to increase playback resolution from 192 kHz to 384 kHz across all channels. The front-panel output is streamed through a highly integrated Savitech amplifier that’s capable of driving a wide variety of gaming headsets and high-fidelity headphones.Play Your Own Style
Pair ROG Strix Z690-F Gaming WiFi with other products from the diverse ROG ecosystem to create a fully customized gaming setup that reflects your personal style.Undeniably ROG Strix
A specially illuminated acrylic display on the I/O cover gives the illusion that the circuit board is visible beneath an RGB ROG logo. Meanwhile, touches of brushed metal throughout the motherboard, plus the stitched fabric of the ROG Strix Cable organizer, deliver a variety of carefully crafted surface textures. Last but not least, a special lighting pattern built into the motherboard finishes off a colorful tour of the ROG worldview.Outshine the Competition
ROG Strix motherboards deliver sterling performance and superior aesthetics to outshine the competition. They also feature built-in ASUS Aura technology that enables full RGB lighting control and a variety of presets for embedded RGB LEDs and third-party lighting strips that can connect to onboard RGB headers. In addition, all lighting can be easily synced with other Aura-compatible hardware.PCIe Slot Q-Release
A physical button unlocks the first PCIe slot’s security latch with one tap, greatly simplifying the process of detaching a PCIe card from the motherboard when it’s time to upgrade to a new GPU or other compatible devices.M.2 Q-Latch
The innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools. The design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive and neatly eliminate traditional screws.Clr CMOS Button
A quick press of the Clr CMOS button helps reset BIOS settings. It can also be used to reboot the PC if incorrect BIOS settings have been selected.BIOS FlashBack™ Button
BIOS FlashBack™ is the simplest and safest way to update BIOS. Simply drop the (UEFI) BIOS file onto a FAT32-formatted USB stick, and plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack port, and press the button. Updates can even be performed without having memory or a CPU installed.ROG Strix Cable Organizer
This cable management feature enhances the flexibility of PC building. And with its Velcro interior, users can keep reusing the organizer if they need to make changes later on.The ROG Strix Ecosystem Awaits
Level up your game with ROG Strix. Enjoy complimentary aesthetics, control, and compatibility across AIO coolers, cases, peripherals, and much more. ROG offers more choices than any other brand.ROG Gives You More
ROG-exclusive software utilities deliver intuitive audio tuning and gaming enhancements so you can configure your gaming build the way you want. To further aid system setup and performance tuning, the highly acclaimed AIDA64 and MemTest86 utilities have also been added to the mix.UEFI BIOS
The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as more comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.EZ Mode
Designed to simplify setup, EZ mode presents vital settings and stats on a single page. With guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and a one-click application of important settings, your rig will be up and running in no time.5-Way Optimization
The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as more comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.Sonic Studio III
ROG Sonic Studio supports HRTF-based (head-related transfer function*) virtual surround for VR headsets, casting an immersive aural landscape that draws you deeper into the action. The intuitive Sonic Studio interface also offers a range of EQ options and one-click presets, allowing you to tailor acoustics to suit personal preferences or the characteristics of your headset.DTS® Sound Unbound
ROG Strix Z690 motherboards are pre-loaded with the DTS® Sound Unbound™ app that envelops you in audio as never before, conjuring whole new levels of immersion for extraordinary gaming and entertainment experiences. By leveraging Windows Sonic spatial technology, DTS Sound Unbound delivers audio in a virtual 3D space — putting you right in the middle of the soundscape, where you can sense the location and direction of every gunshot, footstep, or other sound in your virtual environment.AIDA64 Extreme
ROG Strix Z690 motherboards include an AIDA64 Extreme 60 days free trial. This industry-leading tool provides detailed information about installed hardware and software as well as benchmarks for measuring the performance of the entire system or individual components. AIDA64 Extreme also includes a monitoring and diagnostics feature to detect and prevent hardware issues. All vital system sensors can be tracked in real-time, allowing voltage readings, fan speeds, and temperature information to be displayed on the desktop or sent to dedicated displays or to the OLED panels of ROG AIO liquid coolers.Armoury Crate
Armoury Crate is a software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products, making it easy to tune the look and feel of your system. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate helps you customize RGB lighting and effects for compatible devices and synchronize them with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme across your system. In addition, Armoury Crate’s Fan Xpert4 tool provides comprehensive control over fans, water pumps, and all-in-one (AIO) coolers.
Features
Intel Core i9 12900K Features:
• Cores: 16 (8 Performance, 8 Efficient).• Threads: 24.
• Base Frequency: 3.2GHz.
• Turbo Frequency: 5.1GHz.
• Cache: 30MB Intel® Smart Cache.
• TDP: 125W.
ASUS ROG Strix Z690-F GAMING WIFI Features:
• Ready for 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors.• Optimal Power Solution.
• Optimised Thermal Design.
• High-performance Networking: On-board Wi-Fi 6E + Intel® 2.5 Gb Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard.
• Best Gaming Connectivity: Supports HDMI and DisplayPort output as well as USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 USB Type-C®.
• ASUS-exclusive tools: AI Cooling and AI Networking to simplify setup and improve performance.
• DIY Friendly Design: M.2 Q-Latch, pre-mounted I/O shield, BIOS FlashBack™ & Clr CMOS button.
• Unmatched Personalisation: ASUS-exclusive Aura Sync RGB lighting, including RGB header and Gen 2 addressable headers.
• Industry-leading Gaming Audio: ALC4080 with Savitech amplifier, along with DTS® Sound Unbound and Sonic Studio III.
• Renowned Software: Bundled 60 days AIDA64 Extreme subscription and intuitive UEFI BIOS dashboard with integrated MemTest86.
Shipping & Returns – RMA
TECHMIMO promises to always deliver high quality products at competitive prices. Our mission is to gain 100% customer satisfaction. However, in rare cases if you aren't satisfied with any of our products received then you can apply for an RMA (Return Material Authorization) which is subject to our terms and conditions below. At the time of placing an order the purchaser is required and assumed to agree to these terms and conditions.
Definitions
“We” or “Us” or “Our” means TECHMIMO and any authorized person acting on behalf of TECHMIMO.
“You” or “Customer “can be one of the following:
A "Business Customer" which means a customer or consumer acting on behalf of an actively trading business entity.
A "Consumer" which means an individual generally the end-consumer who is not acting on behalf of a business entity.
Non-Faulty Items Returns Policy
- We only accept RMA requests from you who originally purchased them and cannot accept return requests from a third party on your behalf.
- You must inform us in writing within 14days after receiving the item(s) if you wish to return all or part of the original order that are considered non-faulty. Any RMA requests for non-faulty item(s) received after this period will not be considered.
- We only accept returned items that are in-saleable condition.
- Saleable condition is defined as meeting the same standards as newly manufactured/sourced products and still have manufacturer’s seal fully intact and are unopened and in the original packaging with all the instructions, warnings etc. TECHMIMO reserves the right to determine salability of a product.
- You must inform us of any faulty items in writing within 14 days from the date of item(s) received by you. In case of incomplete or damaged products, we must be informed within seven (7) days of you receiving the item. In some cases, we may consider items returned after 14 days if it can be proven that the item(s) was/were faulty when delivered and did not develop fault due to customer misuse, not following manufacturer’s instructions or damaged by the customer.
- In case of wrong power supply or voltage being used by the customer no return is acceptable.
- In case of incomplete/damaged goods received by the customer, the sales team will try to replace the order, however, this is subject to further stock being available. We will try our best to rectify the problem within thirty (30) days. If the problem cannot be rectified within this time-frame, then customer will post the item(s) back to the address indicated on the RMA to claim any refunds. Proof of return postage must always be kept to certify return and ensure the correct claim for shipping cost can be made.
- No re-stocking or shipping fees will be paid by the customer in case of a successful faulty/Incomplete/Damaged item return.
- We will normally issue a full refund to the customer within 14 days from the date the item is received at our warehouse.
Fees – Non-Faulty Items:
- TECHMIMO will impose a £30 on product value of £150, and on above £150 value product, 25% restocking will be applied, unless the return is proven to be due to an error on our part such as we shipped the wrong part etc.
- If the initial payment for the order was made using a credit card then a 3% fee may also apply.
- For international orders, all import charges and/or custom fees will be charged to you where these apply. These will be communicated to you (if applicable) after we receive the RMA request.
- All return postage (a proof of postage must be obtained and is required by us to process any refunds) will be paid by the customer.
Faulty Items Returns Policy
- We only accept RMA requests from you who originally purchased them and cannot accept returns from a third party on your behalf.
- You must inform us of any faulty items in writing within 14 days from the date of item(s) received by you. In some cases, we may consider items returned after 14 days if it can be proven that the item(s) was/were faulty when delivered and did not develop fault due to customer misuse, not following manufacturer’s instructions or damaged by the customer.
- Upon receiving RMA for faulty item(s), our technical team will investigate and offer help via phone and/or remote access to rectify any problems. However, if the fault remains and cannot be rectified then the customer would need to post the item(s) back to us (proof of postage must be obtained and is required by us to process any refunds).
- In case of wrong power supply or voltage is used then no return is acceptable.
- No fees will be paid by the customer in case of a successful faulty item return.
- We will normally issue a full refund to the customer within 14 days from the date the item is received at our warehouse.
Procedure for Returning Products
Products that are returned to TECHMIMO require a Return Material Authorization (RMA) which can be requested from our Customer Service department or by emailing a written request to sales@techmimo.co.uk
The following information will be required to issue the RMA:
- TECHMIMO invoice number & Customer P.O. number or Delivery reference number
- Date of purchase
- Part number / description / quantity (if items were purchased in pack quantities then only full pack quantities will be accepted for return)
- Reason for the return.
Shipping returns to TECHMIMO with an RMA
- Products authorized to be returned on the RMA will be need to be posted to the return address as indicated on the RMA.
- TECHMIMO should receive returned product(s) within 14 days after issuing the RMA. Items received after this period will void the original RMA.
- If we are organizing the transportation of the products to be returned, instructions will be provided by Customer Service to organize collection of the products to be returned by a carrier selected by us.
Inspection of returns at TECHMIMO
Unless faulty, only the returned item(s) received in salable condition, will be considered for return and credit. At arrival of the return products, we will determine whether returned products are in a sell able condition.
Products received in a non-salable condition will be handled in one of the following ways:
- Refurbishment of the products returned – TECHMIMO will determine refurbishment costs and inform Customer Service
- Destruction with Customer approval, including any applicable scrapping charges.
- Return of the product to the customer, including any applicable transportation charges
ASUS ROG Strix Z690-F GAMING WIFI + Intel Core i9 12900K CPU Bundle
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Estimated to be delivered on 12/01/2022 - 15/10/2022.