Originally Posted By: Allen
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...Socket AM4'.. has 1331 pins which is a big boost on the 942 pins supported by AMD's AM3+ socket..

..The new AM4 socket is the same 40mm [size] as previous AMD sockets - it is unclear though what is happening to the CPU cooler compatibility...




If only they Zoomed out so we can see the retention bracket.,

AMD Did say the increased number of PCB Traces forced them to make changes to the cooler retention system, so
AM2/AM3/AM3+ Coolers will not fit.

Last edited by SkateZilla; 09/19/16 04:59 PM.
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