What socket is Z87?

Socket H3 LGA
Asus Z87-PRO Desktop Motherboard – Intel Z87 Express Chipset – Socket H3 LGA-1150 – ATX – 1 x Processor Support – 32 GB DDR3 SDRAM Maximum RAM – CrossFireX, SLI Support – Serial ATA/600 RAID Supported Controller – CPU Dependent Video – 3 x PCIe x16 Slot – 6 x USB 3.0 Port – Bluetooth – Wireless LAN – HDMI – Z87-PRO.

Is FCLGA1150 the same as LGA 1150?

Yes, FCLGA1150 is just a longer/more complete name for LGA 1150 🙂 11 of 11 found this helpful. Do you? yes that is the same socket.

Are there any Z87 motherboards on the market?

There are dozens of Z87 motherboards selling online right now, each with a different mix of features and functionality. Over the coming weeks, we’ll try to cover some of the most interesting Haswell motherboards on the market.We’re kicking things off with a detailed look at the Asus Z87-PRO.

What’s the difference between Intel Z77 and Z87 chipset?

As with Z77, Z87 offers Intel’s suite of storage technology, including RST and SSD caching via SRT (further supported by chipset-specific SSD sleep/slumber features for power conservation). We’re already getting the “do I need a Z87 motherboard?”

Is the Z87 pro close to the socket?

We’ve also measured the heights of the inner and outer peaks of the heatsinks. With the full ATX landscape at its disposal, the Z87-PRO does a good job of keeping the socket region relatively clear of obstructions. The DIMM slots are relatively close to the socket, but that’s true for all recent Intel boards.

What’s the difference between the H87 and the Z87?

H87: Unlike Z87, H87 is fairly locked-down. You lose advanced overclocking functionality for the CPU and memory, SSD power optimization (not very relevant for desktops, if we’re honest), and drop down to x16 or x8/x8 video configurations. As far as desktop users and gamers are concerned, everything else is effectively the same.