New Computers with DDR5 to Be Available in 2021

Not long ago, we shared our opinion regarding the release of a new Intel socket to the market. Its fate will be to replace the 1151 chip line. And we attributed the Socket 1200 to the fate of Socket 1155. Everything happened as expected. Intel officially confirmed that new Alder Lake processors (LGA 1700) will work with DDR5 memory modules. And this is the first sign for upgrade enthusiasts, who, riding the wave, manage to quickly sell their old hardware and buy new, technologically advanced components.

What to Expect from DDR5 Technology

Perhaps, the better question to start with is “When”. Representatives of Intel once again provided tentative timelines – by the end of 2021. But we know from such promises from the leading manufacturer of computer components. Clearly, we will see Alder Lake on the LGA 1700 socket with DDR5 support closer to summer 2021. The number one brand is just trying to hedge against possible force majeure related to the virus.

Again, if we trust the same sources from which we first heard about DDR5 and LGA 1700, then a technological breakthrough in the world of personal computers is guaranteed. Throughout the development of computers, it was believed that the data storage device was the weak link. But with the advent of SSDs, things started to change. And the M.2 format has generally made the motherboard the culprit for all system slowdowns. Therefore, the day D and hour X have come when it is necessary to increase the performance of the basic motherboard.

What Buyers Should Do Before DDR5 Launch

Based on the above, Intel will create a motherboard on socket 1700 from scratch. Instead of making a clone, as happened with 1200, which was a refinement of 1151v2. Accordingly, buyers will need to change the motherboard, processor, and memory for an upgrade. The power supply unit is also in question. The ATX form factor power supply has remained unchanged for over 10 years. There is speculation that Intel might decide to fix this flaw. After all, this is a new patent – new licenses and an additional revenue stream for the brand.

Owners of computers planning to upgrade in 2021 should not rush. Definitely, there is no point in moving from 1151 to Socket 1200. It is better to wait for the release of the new product, tests, and initial results from bloggers. By the way, the trend with Apple products shows that Americans like to increase the price of new products annually in an upward trend. Perhaps Intel will take this “move” into account.