The Evolution of Intel Motherboard Sockets: From LGA1151 to LGA1700
The motherboard socket is an important component in every computer system because it connects the central processor unit (CPU) to the motherboard itself. It defines which CPUs work with a motherboard and, to a significant extent, affects the whole efficiency and capabilities of a computer system. Intel has designed and modified a number of motherboard sockets throughout the years to meet the ever-changing demands of computer technology. In this post, we'll examine the important features and advancements that were added to Intel motherboard sockets as they developed from LGA1151 to LGA1700. LGA1151: A Contemporary Classic Our adventure begins with LGA1151, which Intel debuted in 2015 alongside the Skylake microarchitecture. The "LGA" in LGA1151 refers to "Land Grid Array," referring to the CPU socket's architecture, in which pins are situated on the motherboard rather than the CPU. LGA1151 was a substantial improvement over its predecessor, LGA1150. LGA1151&#