CPU Pin Repair &
Motherboard CPU Socket Repair
Industrial methods · Original parts · EU shipping
CPU Pin Repair
Bent or broken pins on AM4/AM3+ processors restored with industrial methods and original parts.
Motherboard CPU Socket Repair
Damaged CPU sockets restored or fully replaced.
We Buy Your Damaged Hardware
We purchase defective graphics cards, motherboards, CPUs and more.
CPU Pin Repair Service – What does the repair cost and how does it work?
When your PC won't start because the processor is acting up, bent or kinked CPU pins are no longer a problem from now on. Maybe the CPU was pulled out together with the cooler, a single pin snapped off, or several pins on the processor look skewed and crooked. Before considering a replacement: in almost all cases the damage can be fixed. We provide a professional CPU repair service from Germany and have been accepting jobs from across Europe since 2015 – mail-in CPU pin repair EU-wide is everyday business for us.
The cost of CPU pin repair depends on the damage: just slightly bent pins are cheaper than several broken or even missing "gold prongs" as some call them. Whether your processor only needs to be straightened, a single torn-off pin replaced, or a more extensive repair is required – the configurator shows you the price transparently before every order. So you know exactly what the repair of your processor costs in advance, no surprises.
The damage scenarios we regularly fix: individual CPU pins broken or kinked, several rows crooked after improper installation or because the CPU was dropped, which never looks pretty either, stuck coolers also cause a pin disaster. Even if you're unsure whether the damage is still repairable, just send us a sharp photo via the configurator or to kontakt@reusing-factory.de – we give you honest feedback on whether a repair is worthwhile.
The process is simple: send in your CPU for pin repair, we straighten or replace the affected pins under the microscope, then clean the processor and run a function test. You receive your repaired AMD Ryzen or AM3+ processor back via DHL with tracking. A repaired CPU not only saves money compared to buying new, but also valuable resources – sustainability matters to us.
Frequently asked questions
Can broken CPU pins be replaced?
Yes. Broken pins are replaced with original pins. Even if the pin is lost, we can fit a new one.
Will my CPU be tested afterwards?
Yes, we test every CPU for functionality after the repair.
Is a CPU pin repair worth it?
In most cases yes – a new Ryzen costs many times more than the repair. Only if the PCB itself is cracked is repair not possible.
Is a repair still worth it for my CPU?
Absolutely! We have deliberately tiered our prices so that a professional repair remains economically worthwhile even for more affordable models. Sustainability matters to us – a repaired CPU not only saves you money compared to buying new, but also conserves valuable resources. If you are unsure about an older model or the repair cost exceeds the current market value, just drop us a quick message.
Motherboard CPU Socket Repair – What does the repair cost and when is it worthwhile?
Your motherboard no longer boots, no picture on the monitor, no POST, and you suspect bent or broken socket pins as the cause? A defective motherboard socket is annoying, but rarely a total loss. With our motherboard CPU socket replacement and repair service you receive your board fully restored in most cases – of course including a function test.
What the motherboard socket repair costs, you see transparently before your order in the configurator. The price depends on the socket type – an LGA 1151 or LGA 1200 is cheaper than an LGA 2011 or LGA 2066, simply because the effort is generally higher with larger CPU sockets. An AM5 or OC socket also requires somewhat more effort. You have full price transparency at all times before sending in your motherboard.
Have your motherboard CPU socket pins straightened or the entire socket replaced – we offer both. If only a few pins are bent and can be brought back into position without risk of breaking, so that a clean visual result is also guaranteed, we prefer this gentler option for the motherboard. For a more severely damaged socket or several broken pins, we replace the entire CPU socket with a brand-new one. We offer both Intel socket repair (LGA 1151 through LGA 2066) and repair of AMD motherboard socket defects (AM5), brand-independent for ASUS, MSI, Gigabyte, ASRock and Supermicro.
The process is straightforward: send in your motherboard for socket repair (on request we also handle disassembly for an additional fee), we repair or replace the socket, test functionality with a test CPU and ship your board back via DHL with tracking. If you're unsure whether repair of your specific damage is feasible – just send us a sharp photo in advance. We give you honest feedback and thus avoid unnecessary shipping costs.
Frequently asked questions
Can a damaged CPU socket on the motherboard be repaired?
Yes. We straighten bent pins in the socket or replace the entire socket with a brand new one if the damage is too severe.
Do I need to disassemble my motherboard first?
No. We handle professional disassembly and reassembly for €29 on request.
Will my motherboard be tested afterwards?
Yes, we only skip testing if no test CPU is available or you did not send a processor. Usually we have a suitable CPU for all common sockets.
Do you also repair PCI-E slots or other damage?
PCI-E slots can be challenging. It is feasible but very time-consuming. Whether it is worthwhile depends on the current used value of the board. We can assess these individually. Feel free to send an inquiry.
Sell Defective Hardware Instead of Disposing – Hardware Buyback in Germany and EU-wide
Want to get rid of a broken graphics card, CPU or defective motherboard taking up space in your drawer? Instead of dropping off broken PC parts at recycling or disposing of them as electronic scrap, you can turn broken hardware into cash with us. We offer hardware buyback in Germany and EU-wide – we usually answer enquiries the same business day.
Particularly in demand: defective GPUs, buying NVIDIA models (RTX 3060 through 5090, including Ti variants) and defective Radeon graphics card buyback (RX 6700 through 7900 XT), externally damaged but not internally defective Intel and AMD processors (also with bent or missing pins), broken motherboards with socket damage or burnt-out voltage regulators, and defective server hardware. Buying from Xeon Gold/Platinum to EPYC and Threadripper.
The advantage over classifieds or eBay: no complaints, no follow-up questions, no debate over every scratch. If you want to sell defective hardware, send us a few good photos and a brief description together with your asking price via our configurator – either we agree or we calculate a fair counter-offer on this basis, which we won't reduce after your shipment arrives either. You can bundle several parts in one package, minimising your effort. An uncomplicated matter.
What we probably don't buy: RAM modules, power supplies, cases, hard drives, optical drives and individual complete PCs (except in larger uniform batches). We're simply not a recycling business for pure scrap devices, but for still-valuable defective components we're your contact. Even if you're unsure whether an enquiry is worthwhile for your part: a brief request via our configurator with photo and asking price – we respond promptly.
Frequently asked questions
Do you also buy defective hardware?
Yes, defective hardware is particularly interesting to us. Even if the PCB is slightly cracked, feel free to use the configurator on our site.
Why not sell on eBay or classifieds instead?
Because with us you don't have to worry about complaints. We know what we buy and won't complain about an extra scratch on a damaged motherboard. Plus you can send multiple items at once without wasting time on individual sales.
How do you determine the purchase price?
Our offer is based on an individual and transparent calculation. We consider the following factors in particular:
Current market value: We base our assessment on the current market value of the hardware in working condition on the second-hand market.
Technical condition and repair effort: We evaluate the degree of damage, the effort required for professional repair, and the risk of total failure.
Resale potential: We assess the current demand for the specific model and the expected time until a successful resale after refurbishment.
As you can see, our offer is always individually tailored to ensure fair pricing for both sides.
Ihre Erfahrungen mit uns
ANKAUF KONFIGURATOR
ReUsing Factory
Charlotte Weygand
Hinter der Burg 7
55234 Flomborn
E-Mail: kontakt@reusing-factory.de
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Hardware muss transportsicher verpackt sein. Bei Abbruch/Ablehnung nach Wareneingang: 10,00 € netto Aufwandsentschädigung zzgl. Rückversandkosten.
Rückversand: 6,90 € (DE), 16,90 € (EU).
Charlotte Weygand / ReUsing Factory
Hinter der Burg 7, 55234 Flomborn
E-Mail: kontakt@reusing-factory.de
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Email: kontakt@reusing-factory.de
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2. General Information
We only collect personal data to the extent necessary to operate this website, to provide our services (CPU pin repair, motherboard socket repair, hardware buyback) and to fulfil contracts. Legal bases are Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (contract), Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR (legal obligation, e.g. retention requirements) and Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest, e.g. fraud prevention).
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When you visit this site, our hosting provider automatically logs data such as date/time, requested page, browser type and a shortened IP address. This data is used for technical operation and security; it is deleted or anonymised within 7 days at the latest.
4. Contact & Order Form
When you contact us or place a repair/sale order via our form, we process your name, email address, return address, hardware details and any photos you upload. This data is used to process your enquiry or order (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR). After completion, data is deleted unless statutory retention periods apply (tax law: 10 years; commercial law: 6 years).
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When you submit a review, your name (or chosen display name) and review text will be publicly shown on this site. Legal basis is your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR), which you may withdraw at any time by email to the address above.
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We use PayPal (PayPal (Europe) S.à r.l. et Cie, S.C.A., 22-24 Boulevard Royal, L-2449 Luxembourg) and bank transfer. For PayPal payments, the necessary transaction data is transmitted directly to PayPal. For details see PayPal's privacy policy: paypal.com/en/privacy-full. Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR.
7. Shipping
To return repaired or purchased hardware we transmit your shipping address to DHL (Deutsche Post DHL Group). Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR.
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This website is hosted by ALL-INKL.COM – Neue Medien Münnich, Hauptstraße 68, 02742 Friedersdorf, Germany. A data processing agreement under Art. 28 GDPR is in place. Data is stored exclusively in EU data centres.
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10. Your Rights
You have the right to:
– Access the data stored about you (Art. 15 GDPR)
– Rectify inaccurate data (Art. 16 GDPR)
– Erasure (Art. 17 GDPR)
– Restrict processing (Art. 18 GDPR)
– Data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)
– Object to processing (Art. 21 GDPR)
– Withdraw consent (Art. 7(3) GDPR)
– Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (Art. 77 GDPR)
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11. Changes
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