AMD Socket AM5 (LGA 1718) Detailed In New Diagrams

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Igor Wallossek has shared new diagrams that showcase the design and components behind AMD’s new socket, LGA 1718.



Complementing the next-generation AM5 platform, AMD’s LGA 1718 socket looks quite similar to the current PGA socket but features some practical changes, according to Wallossek. One of these is the addition of four threaded sleeves, which are said to provide a stronger hold versus other designs such as Intel’s LGA-1700 socket.




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[Brent_Justice]

Nice, I like

Seems like the right progression forward, looking forward to a long lived AM5

 

[Burticus]

Nice, I like

Seems like the right progression forward, looking forward to a long lived AM5

Yes, let's hope to get at least 5+ years out of it like we did AM4. Don't be like Intel and change your **** socket every year.