[brojoh2]

Gotta confirm this . . . is Socket A and PGA one and the same? If so, I never realized that. I just ordered a new 1.33ghz cpu from Newegg and it's spec'd as PGA (pin grid array). The rep, Jackie, says they are one in the same (she had to go check it out first) but I just want to confirm.

Please post rapid response! I need to cancel if wrong. Thanx.

PGA is actually a generic term meaning that the connecting pins are arranged like the points in a grid. The specific name for the Intel processor format is "socket 370" (370 pins). With AMD processors, it's called "socket A" (462 pins). These are specific to each manufacturer and not interchangeable, the new Cyrix CPU's are also socket 370

I hope this helps.

Good Luck!

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[brojoh2]

FRANK (May 15, 2001 06:08 p.m.):
PGA is actually a generic term meaning that the connecting pins are arranged like the points in a grid. The specific name for the Intel processor format is "socket 370" (370 pins). With AMD processors, it's called "socket A" (462 pins). These are specific to each manufacturer and not interchangeable, the new Cyrix CPU's are also socket 370

I hope this helps.

Good Luck!

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So Frank,

When I see Socket A PGA, like I do at Newegg.com in their ad for the AMD 1.33ghz cpu, that is spec'ing the good old Tbird socket, is it not? It throws me a curve because I've never seen it spec'd like that. If you have a chance, take a look - what do you think?

You usually won't see the socket A listed that way, I guess to avoid confusion. If there is any question as to the compatibility of a CPU with a particular motherboard, I would recommend that you visit the motherboard manufacturers web site. There you should find the answers to any question as to the various features and any compatability issues you may have.

Research, the key to a successful overclocking experience!

Good Luck!

[Tomas]

yes its an regular tbird cpu!! so if u got a socketA mobo it fits