Intel- When is new socket coming?

[Jephph]

I was just wondering if the next gen of Intel CPUs will be running on LGA 775 or if there will be a new requirement for them. I am putting together a new build, and just want to make sure I'll be able to upgrade the cpu down the road. Anybody got a roadmap with Intel CPU sockets laying around? Thanks.

 

[harpoon84]

No, Intel's next gen CPU (Nehalem) will use a new socket(s) that are not compatible with LGA775.

Here's a FAQ on Nehalem, it has details on the upcoming X58 chipset as well as the different sockets that will be used.
http://www.nehalemnews.com/2008/04/nehalem-faq.html