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I got the x2lite+($55) with pogo pins built in so I dont have them seperate I think its a great chip so far Im running x2 4976.02 bios and its doing fine for me. I think if you cant solder its your best bet but it is a little tricky trying to get the pogo pins to line up I had to gently and slowly scrape the (do) point but after I did went smooth. Hope this helps