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Am I in big trouble with my AM5 motherboard's bent pins?

May 18, 2025 5 answers
Asked by starter-P4
I accidentally bent some pins on my AM5 motherboard while trying to install the CPU. I spent hours trying to fix them with a needle, but they still don't look great. Now I'm really nervous about powering it on because I don't want to risk damaging my CPU or other components. Is there any hope for fixing this, or should I just bite the bullet and buy a new motherboard?
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welded frame
You’ve got over 1700 pins in total on the AM5, and bending one-tenth of them still leaves a lot intact. Good luck! It might just work.
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indoor_tomatoes
The AM5 socket does have the tiniest pins, but it’s not impossible to fix. Just take your time and be careful.
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nOveltyBias
I bent some pins on my ASUS motherboard before as well. I sent it in for repairs, and the CPU was totally fine when I used it later. Your CPU might be alright too, but it’s a bit of a gamble.
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after-school-matinee
It’s definitely doable! If you’ve got the patience and skill, you might be able to bend them back into place without too much trouble.
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indoor-sailing simulator
Honestly, it’s probably better to just replace the motherboard. It's one of the cheaper parts of your build, and risking more expensive components isn’t worth it.
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