Are Bent Pins in My AM5 Socket a Lost Cause?

Give it a shot! Watch some videos on fixing bent motherboard pins and try to DIY it. You never know, it might work! It’s worth a attempt before replacing the entire board.

You’ve got a couple of options here. Since the motherboard seems like a goner already, it might not hurt to try bending the pins back. Just check out some YouTube videos for guidance. But honestly, if it takes too long, it might not be worth the hassle. For around $125, I’d rather save my time and just order a new one if the repair doesn't succeed. Some retailers, like Amazon, even have a good return policy for situations like this. They may take back a defective part without much fuss.

If you have some time, definitely check out YouTube for DIY methods. If it doesn't work out, returning the board is a good plan—especially under warranty. Depending on where you are, they might not even dig deeply into the issue.

Try the razor blade method or use a mechanical pencil to carefully realign those pins. Plenty of folks have had luck with these techniques in the past. Just make sure to watch some tutorials beforehand to guide you.

The unfortunate truth is that board may be toast. If the damage is significant, it might be best just to get a new motherboard.