The Socket AM4 platform will offer changed distance between the mounting holes of CPU coolers in the motherboard. . Instead of the former "96 x 48 mm" now mounting holes spaced at 90 and 54 mm, respectively. This creates a compatibility problem with the CPU cooler mounting system, which were intended for use in motherboards with connectors Socket AM2 / AM2 + / AM3 / FM1 / FM2 / FM2 +.

Some cooling systems manufacturers distribute for free compatible mounts for new platforms, or at least offer them for a nominal fee.