Intel's LGA 1700 'Alder Lake' Socket May Need A New Range Of Desktop CPU Coolers

Technical information from IgorsLab.de breaks down the mechanical differences between the upcoming and current generations, making a convincing argument that new mounting apparatus will be needed at the very least.

The design of new coolers for 65-watt Intel CPUs is now clearer

The Freezer i35 is already compatible with Intel's Alder Lake LGA 1700 processors. Even though the socket has increased in size compared to its predecessor, the hotspot remains centered in the area of the CPU die. The Direct Touch heat pipes of the Freezer i35 cover this area completely.

Arctic ACFRE00094A Freezer I35 - Single Tower CPU Cooler, Intel Specific, Pressure Optimized 120 mm P-Fan, 0-1800 RPM, 4 Heat pipes, Incl. MX-5

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