The pins are very fragile, so it really depends on the user how they handle it. There was once I did not put the chip in the socket properly, so when I tried to slide it into the socket, it actually bent some of the pins. So care needs to be taken when removing or putting the processor chip on it. And the same goes for AMD's socket as well. In fact, there is a higher risk of damage to the pins for AMD's socket because there is no frame to hold it down. So one really need to be careful how they remove the cooler.
I like AMD's approach to maximising the socket lifespan in a sense that if you are not looking for cutting edge technology like faster PCI-E and M2 slots, then it allows people to upgrade some years down the road, assuming the motherboard manufacturer will release a BIOS for it. It is not perfect, but I prefer this over Intel's annual or bi-annual upgrade cycle. Even if there are significant improvements in technology, people should decide if they need it before getting a new board. People like me don't go for cutting edge motherboards, i.e. I am using a B460 board, and there is little reason to upgrade to a new chipset. At the budget segment, you tend to get the same features year on year.
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I know the 3900X's I have do, as they are in the X370 boards I have...
