Gigabyte, AMD Renew Support for DDR4-Compatible PC Platforms

Gigabyte and AMD are renewing support for DDR4-compatible PC platforms, giving some users additional upgrade options as newer processors and memory standards enter the market.

Gigabyte plans BIOS support across its full B760 and H610 motherboard lineups for upcoming Intel processors designed for the LGA1700 socket. The processors are expected in early 2027 and will support systems built around either DDR4 or DDR5 memory.

Users will be able to update the BIOS and replace the processor without changing the motherboard. The compatibility applies to separate DDR4 and DDR5 motherboard versions, since the two memory types cannot be mixed in the same system.

Intel has not confirmed the name, specifications or launch date of the processors covered by the announcement. Intel's LGA1700 platform has supported both memory standards, allowing manufacturers to offer different motherboard versions for DDR4 and DDR5 systems.

AMD has relaunched the DDR4-compatible Ryzen 7 5800X3D for its AM4 platform with a 10th Anniversary Edition. The chip became available June 25 at a suggested U.S. retail price of $349.

The processor has eight cores, 16 threads, boost speeds of up to 4.5 GHz and a 105-watt thermal design power. It supports DDR4-3200 memory.

“We’re committed to giving gamers high-performance technologies with the flexibility to upgrade their systems over time. Ultimately, our goal is to deliver unmatched ownership experiences for players around the world,” said David McAfee, corporate vice president and general manager of AMD’s Client Channel and Graphics Business.

DDR4 and DDR5 require compatible motherboard and processor platforms. Gigabyte's planned BIOS updates and AMD's continued AM4 support extend the usable life of systems built around the older memory standard, while the upcoming Intel processors remain subject to further confirmation from Intel.