No, the CPU's PCIe version doesn't affect SSDs.

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louiserty
Junior Member

10-09-2019, 11:54 PM

You should choose a CPU that supports PCIe 4.0, as it’s necessary for the upgrade. SSDs can work at PCIe 4.0, but the CPU must also be compatible with that version.

louiserty

10-09-2019, 11:54 PM #1

You should choose a CPU that supports PCIe 4.0, as it’s necessary for the upgrade. SSDs can work at PCIe 4.0, but the CPU must also be compatible with that version.

Erexs
Junior Member

10-11-2019, 12:51 AM

To run several NVMe drives efficiently, consider choosing a model with more lanes.

Erexs

10-11-2019, 12:51 AM #2

To run several NVMe drives efficiently, consider choosing a model with more lanes.

KevinSiege
Junior Member

10-11-2019, 10:42 PM

Inserting the M.2 NVMe SSD with PCIe 4.0 into a 3.0 port should function, though it will operate at the slower 3.0 speeds and won’t reach its maximum potential.

KevinSiege

10-11-2019, 10:42 PM #3

Inserting the M.2 NVMe SSD with PCIe 4.0 into a 3.0 port should function, though it will operate at the slower 3.0 speeds and won’t reach its maximum potential.

Lindinger
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10-16-2019, 12:37 PM

I purchased a 980 Pro 265GB and have a 4.0 port (B550 A Pro), though my CPU is 4650G.

Lindinger

10-16-2019, 12:37 PM #4

I purchased a 980 Pro 265GB and have a 4.0 port (B550 A Pro), though my CPU is 4650G.

gvn12345678
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10-17-2019, 06:48 AM

Because the CPU supports only PCIe 3.0, the motherboard's 4.0 lanes won't be used, so performance will match the 3.0 speed. The SSD will also operate at that level.

gvn12345678

10-17-2019, 06:48 AM #5

Because the CPU supports only PCIe 3.0, the motherboard's 4.0 lanes won't be used, so performance will match the 3.0 speed. The SSD will also operate at that level.