The i5-2400 uses LGA 1155, while the i7-3770K requires FCLGA 1155. You can't directly swap them without replacing the motherboard or using a compatible adapter.
The i5-2400 uses LGA 1155, while the i7-3770K requires FCLGA 1155. You can't directly swap them without replacing the motherboard or using a compatible adapter.
Yes, you're correct. Focus more on the chipset rather than the socket. All chips are compatible with these chipsets: H61, B65, P67, B75, Q75, Z68, H67, Z75, H77, Q77, Z77
Yes, you're correct. Focus more on the chipset rather than the socket. All chips are compatible with these chipsets: H61, B65, P67, B75, Q75, Z68, H67, Z75, H77, Q77, Z77
An illustration of a motherboard capable of running an i5 while excluding the i7 model is a Dell OptiPlex 790 equipped with the Q67 express chipset. This is intended for second generation systems, excluding the 2700K processor.
An illustration of a motherboard capable of running an i5 while excluding the i7 model is a Dell OptiPlex 790 equipped with the Q67 express chipset. This is intended for second generation systems, excluding the 2700K processor.