A complete overhaul in creative power, packaged in a sleek, and minimalist design. This is what the ASUS ProArt Z690-Creator WiFi gets you. Be it video editing, graphic design, audio editing, VFX, or anything in between, this motherboard is ASUS’ one-stop solution for all creative works out there. ASUS ProArt Z690-Creator is a Z690 chipset-based motherboard. Taking care of everything from connectivity to graphics, let’s take a look at why this should be the motherboard of choice for you.
Asus ProArt Z690-Creator Gaming Motherboard Review
CPU Support, Memory, and Storage:
This motherboard was carefully crafted to maximize the potential of the Intel 12th Gen Alder Lake CPUs with an Intel LGA1700 socket. For lightning-fast creativity, it comes with PCle 5.0 and 4 PCle 4.0 M.2 slots. Data transfer, multitasking, loading up, and using heavy-functioning applications has never been easier. Hence, in this motherboard, you also get USB 3.2 and future-proof external connectivity with 2 Thunderbolt ports.
What’s more, for creatives with graphics-heavy needs, multiple GPU support is also provided.
With ASUS DDR5 Performance Boost, the extra potential is tapped out of all RAM modules for that final push.
Power Delivery and Design:
Since this laptop is not aimed at gamers, the advantage is seen in requiring lower power delivery to maintain a high level of functioning. As such, it comes with 16+1 power stages designed to maximize efficiency from the 12th Gen Intel processors.
Cooling solutions:
Given the lower power rating and highly efficient design, it is no surprise that the cooling requirements, even at a high level of functioning are not extremely high. Even then, ASUS provides more than enough cooling solutions, with a VRM heatsink, triple M.2 heatsinks, and a dedicated chipset heatsink. All this is assisted by AI cooling, making the system efficient and as smooth as possible. You can focus on your creative process without worrying about CPU temperatures – ASUS will monitor that for you.
Connectivity:
Being creative means constantly needing to have the fastest, most reliable network connectivity. For seamless internet connection, this motherboard comes with 10GB and 2.5GB LAN, onboard WiFi 6E, and AI support for efficient bandwidth management. All this means you can transfer your biggest files to other creatives or clients with ease and reliability.
Importantly, there is also support for 2 display ins and an HDMI 2.1 out, delivering 4k resolution at 60 fps.
Audio:
Most creative pursuits require best-in-class audio. Not only this, but creativity means communicating in constant video conferences, and meetings. The ASUS ProArt Z690-Creator Wifi takes care of these things for you, with audio support provided by Realtek S1220A and AI noise cancellation, filtering out unnecessary noise from audio going out and coming in, for the smoothest communication experience possible.
Built for Creatives:
The ASUS ProArt Creator version motherboard is thoroughly built to support creative endeavors. It has the durability to run at optimum temperatures even with long hours of usage. Added security to USB ports means you can exchange drives and data without worry. ASUS ProCreate Hub allows users to set profiles based on applications for fan speed and other behavior, based on the task at hand.
Along with the motherboard, users get 3 months of Adobe Creative Cloud access as well.
Pros:
- A bundle of creativity-oriented features
- Future-ready and secure connectivity
- DDR5 performance boost for even entry-level RAM modules
- Efficient multi-GPU support
Cons:
- Not built for gaming
- No aesthetic personalization options
Conclusion:
The ASUS ProArt Z690-Creator Wifi edition motherboard is built by creatives, for creatives, and with maximum productivity in mind. It has a subtle, sleek look with black and lines of white and gold, and is designed keeping the true creative professional in mind. If you are looking to overhaul your creative experience and make it lightning-fast, efficient, and future-ready, this is the motherboard for you.