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    The CPU must also support n-channel RAM to use it. Some motherboards which support quad-channel, for example, can also accomodate processor SKUs which do not. An i7-7740X in an X299 mobo is an example where the board supports quad channel but the CPU only dual.
    – J...
    Commented Mar 21, 2019 at 11:12
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    They're up to 6 channels now on the Scalable Xeon, 8 on EPYC, and up to 32 on Power9
    – user71659
    Commented Mar 23, 2019 at 18:52