Quick Answer
The answer is the Intel Core i5-13600K, as it belongs to the 13th generation of Intel processors, which are fully compatible with the LGA 1700 socket. This socket, introduced with Intel’s 12th generation Alder Lake architecture, supports all 12th, 13th, and 14th generation Core CPUs, making the i5-13600K a perfect fit for a video editing workstation. On the CompTIA A+ Core 1 220-1201 exam, you’ll often see socket compatibility questions designed to test your ability to match a CPU to its physical interface, with common traps including older LGA 1200 or AMD AM5 processors that look similar but won’t seat correctly. A key memory tip is to remember that LGA 1700 is the only Intel socket that spans three generations: 12, 13, and 14—think of it as the “teen” socket for Intel’s recent lineup.
This 220-1201 practice question tests your understanding of cpu. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A technician is building a new workstation for video editing. The motherboard supports LGA 1700 socket CPUs. Which of the following CPUs is compatible with this socket?
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X
Why wrong: AMD Ryzen CPUs use AM4 or AM5 sockets, not LGA 1700.
Intel Core i5-13600K
Intel 13th generation CPUs use LGA 1700, making this the correct choice.
Intel Core i7-9700K
Why wrong: This is a 9th generation Intel CPU, which uses LGA 1151, not LGA 1700.
AMD Threadripper 3970X
Why wrong: Threadripper CPUs use TR4 or sTRX4 sockets, not LGA 1700.
Answer choices
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Correct answer & explanation
Intel Core i5-13600K
This question tests knowledge of CPU socket compatibility. LGA 1700 is used by Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th generation processors. Choosing the correct socket ensures the CPU physically fits and operates.
Key principle: NAT direction and interface roles matter as much as the IP address mapping. Inside/outside designation controls which traffic is translated.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X
Why it's wrong here
AMD Ryzen CPUs use AM4 or AM5 sockets, not LGA 1700.
Intel Core i5-13600K
Why this is correct
Intel 13th generation CPUs use LGA 1700, making this the correct choice.
Related concept
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
Intel Core i7-9700K
Why it's wrong here
This is a 9th generation Intel CPU, which uses LGA 1151, not LGA 1700.
AMD Threadripper 3970X
Why it's wrong here
Threadripper CPUs use TR4 or sTRX4 sockets, not LGA 1700.
Common exam traps
NAT is not only about the public address. The inside/outside interface roles and the ACL or rule that matches traffic are just as important.
Detailed technical explanation
NAT questions usually test address translation, overload/PAT behaviour, static mappings and whether the right traffic is being translated. Read the interface direction and address terms carefully.
Key takeaway
NAT direction and interface roles matter as much as the IP address mapping. Inside/outside designation controls which traffic is translated.
Real-world example
A small business has 20 workstations on the 192.168.1.0/24 network and one public IP from its ISP. The router uses PAT (NAT overload) so all 20 devices share one public address using different source ports. NAT questions test whether you understand the four address terms and which direction each translation applies.
What to study next
Review the four NAT address types (inside local, inside global, outside local, outside global), PAT port overload, and static vs dynamic NAT use cases. Then practise related 220-1201 NAT questions on configuration and troubleshooting.
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CPU — This question tests CPU — Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address..
The correct answer is: Intel Core i5-13600K — This question tests knowledge of CPU socket compatibility. LGA 1700 is used by Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th generation processors. Choosing the correct socket ensures the CPU physically fits and operates.
Review the four NAT address types (inside local, inside global, outside local, outside global), PAT port overload, and static vs dynamic NAT use cases. Then practise related 220-1201 NAT questions on configuration and troubleshooting.
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
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