the repair remains in– This microcode repair can’t be presented in a routine software application upgrade.
Andrew Cunningham – Aug 9, 2024 7:21 pm UTC
Intel
Intel has actually shared more about the voltage-related concerns that impacted some 13th- and 14th-generation Core processors, as the business attempts to put the episode behind it. As reported by Tom’s Hardware, Intel states that the issue stemmed with “raised operating voltage” coming from “inaccurate voltage demands,” particularly a boost to the minimum operating voltage of the chips. These “raised voltage occasions can collect in time,” ultimately harming the processor and triggering system hangs or crashes.
Intel has actually established a microcode upgrade to repair those raised voltage demands, however the problem for some users is that they will need a BIOS upgrade, and they can’t be released by means of software application updates as some microcode repairs can be.
Intel states that for the most part, CPU efficiency must be basically untouched by the spot, though the business did see a handful of benchmark subscores and private video games that showed “moderate” downturn (though we do not understand just how much that is, in concrete terms). Here’s the appropriate declaration about efficiency:
Intel’s internal screening– making use of Intel Default Settings– shows efficiency effect is within run-to-run variation (eg. 3DMark: Timespy, WebXPRT 4, Cinebench R24, Blender 4.2.0) with a couple of sub-tests revealing moderate effects (WebXPRT Online Homework; PugetBench GPU Effects Score). For video gaming work checked, efficiency has actually likewise been within run-to-run variation (eg. Cyberpunk 2077, Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Total War: Warhammer III– Mirrors of Madness) with one exception revealing somewhat more effect (Hitman 3: Dartmoor). System efficiency is reliant on setup and numerous other elements.
For some PCs, especially pre-built designs, BIOS updates can be provided through Windows Update or the OEM’s exclusive upgrade software application (Lenovo Vantage, Dell SupportAssist, the HP Support Assistant, and the MyASUS app all being popular examples). For others, especially store or home-built PCs, you might require to go to your motherboard maker’s site, search for your design, and download and set up the BIOS upgrade by hand.
Some motherboard makers have actually currently launched updates for a few of their boards; MSI and ASRock are out with updates for many boards with 700-series chipsets, and Asus likewise has beta updates offered for some 700-series boards. Updates for a little older 600-series motherboards that likewise support the 13th- and 14th-generation CPUs ought to follow later on. If the release keeps in mind reference microcode 0x129, that indicates you’re getting the upgrade.
Using the repair as quickly as possible is essential, since the voltage-related damage to your CPU can’t be reversed. As soon as you’re discovering hangs and crashes, your CPU is currently irreparably harmed, and you’ll require to have it changed or exchanged for a brand-new one.
If you require to do that, fortunately is that Intel is providing 2 extra years of service warranty service to purchasers of the impacted CPUs, for an overall of 5 years of protection.
