I5 3470 compatible with LGA1155 socket
I5 3470 compatible with LGA1155 socket
It may need a BIOS upgrade for chipsets from the Sandy Bridge era (2xxx line), before the Ivy Bridge generation (3xxx line).
the socket fits sandy/ivy bridge cpus, but remember to verify the motherboard's CPU compatibility list. Check the BIOS requirements for the specific CPU and confirm whether it's already installed. Please share your PC's make, model, and we'll assist further.