MSI MEG Z690 Unify Review

ir_cow

on Apr 26th, 2022,

in Motherboards.

Manufacturer: MSI

Board Software »

BIOS Overview

Clocks	Range	Interval
BCLK Frequency:	97.5 MHz - 500 MHz	0.010 MHz
CPU P-Core Ratio:	4–120	1
CPU E-Core Ratio:	4–120	1
CPU Cache/Ring Ratio:	4–50	1
DRAM Frequency:	DDR5-1200 - DDR5-10133	N/A
CPU Voltages	Range	Interval
CPU Voltage:	0.6–2.155 V	0.005 V
CPU Input Voltage:	1.4–2.3 V	0.010 V
VCCSA Voltage:	.06-1.60 V	0.005 V
VDD2 (IMC):	0.850–2.2 V	0.010 V
VDDQ_TX:	0.001–2.5 V	0.001 V
DRAM Voltages	Range	Interval
DRAM VDD:	0.800–2.070	0.010 V
DRAM VDDQ:	0.800–2.070	0.010 V
DRAM VPP:	1.5–2.135 V	0.005 V

The MSI MEG Z690 Unify has a well-laid-out EZ Mode that is the default landing screen. It gives you the ability to set the memory XMP profile, drive boot priority, automatic overclocking, and fan control without digging deeply into the sub-menus. Across the top is a helpful search tool if looking for a certain setting. It also allows for the language to be set.

Switch to Advanced Mode and the familiar MSI BIOS layout with the logo in the middle and each menu split into sections presents itself. Overall, you will spend the most time in the overclocking section, which has everything required for overclocking, setting voltages, and enabling features like ReSize-Bar for supported graphics cards.

At first I thought a "My Favorites" type of menu where you can add and subtract commonly used settings for future convenience was missing once again. However, it is hidden in EZ Mode. Since every vendor has a certain menu layout, those exclusively buying MSI products will have an easy time navigating these sub-menus. Those coming from a different brand may feel slightly overwhelmed as MSI essentially crams everything into the overclocking section, and it is a single long list, just like with everyone else. Luckily, the search tool will help if you know the name of the specific function you are looking for.