Intel is reportedly launching new CPUs on old sockets that support DDR4 memory

Intel is reportedly preparing new CPUs for the LGA 1700 socket, a platform utilized since 2021 that supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. According to Gigabyte and PC Gamer, these processors could launch in early 2027. This move may be linked to rising memory prices driven by AI growth, as DDR4 32GB kits cost approximately $210 compared to over $480 for DDR5. Intel has not officially confirmed the connection between these CPUs and current memory pricing.