Brand: Intel · SKU: LGA1155-H2-INTEL · MPN: LGA1155 · Category: Components
Socket H2, also known as LGA 1155, is a Land Grid Array (LGA) CPU socket designed by Intel to support the Sandy Bridge (2nd Generation) and Ivy Bridge (3rd Generation) microarchitectures. Introduced in January 2011, it features 1,155 protruding pins arranged in a 40x40 array with a 24x16 central void. It serves as the successor to LGA 1156 (Socket H) and was eventually succeeded by LGA 1150 (Socket H3) in 2013. The socket provides a robust interface for a wide range of processors, including Celeron, Pentium, Core i3, i5, i7, and Xeon E3 series. It supports dual-channel DDR3 memory, Direct Media Interface (DMI) 2.0, and PCI Express versions 2.0 and 3.0 depending on the processor and chipset used.
| Pin Count | 1155 |
|---|---|
| Socket Type | LGA 1155 (Socket H2) |
| Bus Interface | DMI 2.0 (5 GT/s) |
| Memory Support | Dual-channel DDR3 (up to 1600 MHz) |
| PCI Express Support | PCIe 2.0 / 3.0 |
| Architecture Support | Sandy Bridge, Ivy Bridge |
| Mounting Hole Pattern | 75 mm x 75 mm |
| Warranty | Varies by motherboard manufacturer |
| Weight | 0.02 kg |
| Dimensions | 42.5 mm x 42.5 mm |
Socket H2 (LGA 1155) is one of Intel's most successful mainstream desktop sockets, providing compatibility for two generations of high-performance processors. It introduced significant platform improvements, including integrated graphics and improved power efficiency through 32nm and 22nm fabrication processes.
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