Your K-series CPU Went Up in Flames? You'll Get a New One
Intel is extending its Performance Tuning Protection Plan CPU insurance to the 10th generation K-Series (Comet Lake). The service includes one replacement of a damaged CPU with a new one.
The Performance Tuning Protection Plan (PTPP) insurance service has so far covered the 9th generation of Intel chipsets. The main change that makes this information meaningful is the extension of protection to Comet Lake CPUs.
- The additional insurance offered by Intel for unlocked processors has now been extended to the 10th generation;
The warranty applies only to certain Intel processors with an unlocked multiplier, i.e. with an additional "K", "KF", "X" or "XE" symbol. The insurance costs $19.99 or $29.99 if you have a chip with an "X" in the symbol. For a complete list of supported types, including service prices, please visit Intel's website. For more information, see the fairly comprehensive FAQ.
In short, if we have a processor from this list and intend to overclock it, we can buy additional insurance. If we are unable to repair the chip as a result of our actions, we are entitled to replace it with a new unit, once. Unfortunately the warranty is not transferred to the new processor. It lasts until the standard warranty expires or the product is replaced.
An exception here is the Intel Xeon W-3175X. This particular model is automatically covered by PTPP warranty. There is no need for additional purchase. Information for overclockers using XMP profiles - in this case you can also use the exchange under Performance Tuning Protection Plan, but it does not cover RAM. On Intel's website we can find the basics of overclocking, for those who are just starting to learn the ropes.
