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Nvidia might be considering using sockets for its next AI mega GPUs but that's not going to happen with its GeForce graphics cards
By Nick Evanson published
news For once, it looks like Nvidia is taking a leaf from AMD's book on how to do chips.

AMD promises AM5 socket life support through to 2027 and beyond
By Nick Evanson published
news It's got some way to beat the AM4 socket, which is still getting new chips, even now.

Despite being just a humble CPU socket, AMD 'boldly suggests' AM4 has 'legendary status'
By Nick Evanson published
Legend Few other CPU sockets have lasted as long or supported as many chips as this one, but its history isn't entirely free of hiccups.

Intel's new LGA 1851 socket breaks cover giving us even more pins to mush with an errant thumb
By Nick Evanson published
news Arrow Lake looks like it will give us an even better chance of ruining things when mishandling the motherboard. Sweet.

What motherboard chipset and socket do I need?
By Nick Evanson last updated
Know your sockets How to pick the right motherboard for your next AMD or Intel PC build.

AMD AM5 socket specs leak including info on monster 170W chip
By Alan Dexter published
News The successor to the long-lived AM4 socket is on the way and looking beefy.

Bent CPU pins may become a thing of the past as AMD eyes major socket change
By Jacob Ridley published
News Now you'll have to watch out for bending motherboard pins instead.
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