Pros: I upgraded from a 4690. Huge performance upgrade. I am running on a MSI Z690 Pro. I can cool it without issue with a be quiet! Dark Rock Slim.

Cons: None

Overall Review: I am very happy with the performance upgrade from my last CPU.

Pros: It works without issue. It is one of the cheapest Z690 boards. I am using it with a 12600K and Crucial 3200 RAM. After installing Windows 11 I enabled XMP and received the full 3200 on the RAM.

Cons: None

Overall Review: I used the Windows 11 install from Dec 3. I did not have to install the MSI LAN drivers manually. The latest Windows 11 comes with the proper LAN Drivers. This review is for the MSI Review Rebate Program.

The cooler has my 12600K running in the lower 40s during idle. During gaming it keeps the temps between 60 and 80 depending on the game. It is whisper quiet inside my 500DX case. Customer service was great when I requested the LGA 1700 bracket. I received the bracket a week after I submitted my request. This was during Thanksgiving weekend.