Intel Arrow Lake-S CPUs to Exclusively Support DDR5, Offer 20 PCIe Gen5 Lanes

The upcoming 800-series platform will feature the new LGA 1851 socket, dropping DDR4 support for enhanced performance.

Arrow Lake-S CPUs will utilize the LGA 1851 socket, replacing the LGA 1700 used in previous generations.
The new platform will include up to 20 PCIe Gen5 lanes, improving GPU and storage capabilities.
DDR5 memory will be the standard, with support for speeds up to 6400 MT/s, as DDR4 is phased out.
Intel's 800-series motherboards will feature models such as Z890 and H870, showcasing at Computex 2024.
Arrow Lake-S CPUs are expected to launch in the second half of 2024, targeting gaming platforms.