X370 compatibility with Zen 2 architecture
X370 compatibility with Zen 2 architecture
Do you think X370 boards can run Zen 2? I heard AMD might still use AM4 for another couple of years, similar to how Z170 works with Kaby Lake or Bristol Ridge supports Zen.
AMD asserts they will continue utilizing AM4 technology through 2020
I’m looking forward to it. A 1600 with an X370 slot sounds promising, especially with the potential for more upgrade options. It seems Zen 2 could offer better speed and efficiency compared to current Ryzen chips, and XFR might actually function. If that’s accurate, moving from a 1600 to a 2700X would be really impressive.
This upgrade route seems unnecessary unless you replace the CPU every generation. Otherwise, switching from Zen 1 to Zen 3 often leaves you with an outdated motherboard that could fail soon, and using the same CPU for several more years would make the board seem old by then. Where would you locate a compatible motherboard for a six-year-old system?
I consider upgrading if it seems necessary. Zen 2 is expected next year, making significant changes unlikely for a typical user who avoids stressing the system. Modern PCBs and power delivery parts are more efficient than older models, so current boards should last longer—perhaps around five years before any obvious issues appear (for light users).
It's possible but not certain. Consider AM3 to AM3+ and imagine an AM4+ design where only the older CPU is used on a new board. o3o