Intel has acknowledged instability issues with their 13th and 14th generation chips and has released a new BIOS fix to address the problem. The issues were attributed to a combination of faulty microcode in the Enhanced Thermal Velocity Boost (eTVB) feature and high input voltages causing elevated temperatures in the CPUs. Despite initial claims that the eTVB feature was the main cause of the instability, Intel clarified that it was a contributing factor but not the root cause of the problem.
The new BIOS update, which includes corrected microcode B0671/125, has been rolled out by motherboard manufacturers like MSI for their Z790 lineup. Intel is also providing guidance on recommended power delivery profile settings for better stability in their 13th and 14th generation CPUs. The company has emphasized extensive testing and validation in developing these configurations to ensure optimal stability and reliability for users.
While the BIOS fix and guidance aim to address the instability issues, Intel acknowledges that performance may be impacted as the “Intel Default Settings” profile reduces power limits and leads to lower performance compared to previous configurations. The company is still working on a more comprehensive solution to the problems faced by their 13th and 14th generation CPUs, but no specific timeline has been provided.
Users have already started experiencing issues with their systems containing these chips and are exploring alternative options due to the ongoing instability. Despite efforts by Intel and their partners to resolve the issues, the lack of a concrete fix has led to frustration among users. The company acknowledges the challenges involved in addressing these issues and expresses gratitude for the support of their partners and the community in resolving the instability problems.
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