Socket AM4
| Type | PGA-ZIF |
|---|---|
| Chip form factors | PGA |
| Contacts | 1331 |
| Processors | |
| Predecessor | AM3+ |
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AM4 is a socket from AMD for future CPUs based on the Zen architecture.[1][2] It has 1331 pin count and will be the first from AMD to support DDR4-compatible memory as well as achieve unified compatibility between high-end CPUs (currently using Socket AM3+) and AMD's lower-end APUs (on various other sockets).[3][4] As of June 2015, AMD products roadmaps point to AM4 instead of the previously expected FM3 socket.[5]
The previous generation of coolers for AM2, AM3, AM3+, FM2, and FM2+ is incompatible with AM4,[6] despite initial reports.[7] However, some manufacturers are reported to be offering AM4 CPU cooler upgrade kits.[8][unreliable source?]
Features
Chipsets
The AM4 socket will be paired with 4 new chipsets. While the processors announced for this socket have been designed as systems on a chip, with the traditional northbridge and southbridge on board the processor, the motherboard chipset will increase the number of PCI Express lanes and other connectivity options.
See also
- Zen (microarchitecture)
- List of AMD FX microprocessors
- List of AMD Accelerated Processing Unit microprocessors
References
- ^ Tyson, Mark (5 September 2016). "7th Generation AMD A-Series desktop PC systems start to ship". Hexus. Retrieved 5 September 2016.
- ^ Mah Ung, Gordon (5 September 2016). "AMD's new Bristol Ridge processor is faster and more power efficient". PC World. Retrieved 5 September 2016.
- ^ "AMD's 2016-2017 x86 Roadmap: Zen Is In, Skybridge Is Out". Anandtech.com. Retrieved 2015-06-19.
- ^ MujtabaHassan, Hassan (2015-05-07). "AMD Confirms x86 Zen Based Enthusiast FX CPUs and 7th Generation APUs in 2016 - Compatible With AM4 Socket". WCCFtech. Retrieved 2016-09-16.
- ^ Shilov, Anton (2015-06-12). "AMD set to release first 'Zen'-based microprocessors in late 2016 – document". KitGuru. Retrieved 2016-09-16.
- ^ Peak, Sebastian (19 September 2016). "AMD's Upcoming Socket AM4 Pictured with 1331 Pins". PC Perspective. Retrieved 21 September 2016.
- ^ http://www.pcper.com/news/Cases-and-Cooling/Report-AMD-Socket-AM4-Compatible-Existing-AM2AM3-Coolers
- ^ a b c Moammer, Khalid. "AMD Zen CPU & AM4 Socket Pictured – PGA Design With 1331 Pins Confirmed". WCCFtech. Retrieved 2016-09-16.
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