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Are CPU coolers for LGA 775 compatible with LGA 1155 CPUs?
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Mar 15, 202669142 viewsConfidence Score0%
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I have a fancy CPU cooler for my older LGA 775 Intel CPU. I want to upgrade to an LGA 1155, including a new motherboard and RAM. Would I be able to re-use the CPU cooler? Or would I need a new one (using either the OEM cooler or buying another aftermarket cooler)? UPDATE: Ok, so I've purchased a LG…
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Fix for: Are CPU coolers for LGA 775 compatible with LGA 1155 CPUs?
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The mount points are different. However, there are some motherboards hitting the market with the appropriate holes for 775 mounting in addition to 1155/1156 mounting. Assuming you can find a motherboard with appropriate mount points, the heatsink it…
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