For those who don't know, AMD EPYC 4004 series CPUs are physically identical to the Ryzen 9000/7000 series, using the same AM5 socket as the consumer processors. As such, it was just a matter of time before enthusiasts started using these processors on 600-series motherboards and testing their overclocking capabilities. …
Read More »MSI launches new BIOS updates with AGESA 1.2.0.0 for 600-series motherboards
MSI has released new BIOS updates for various 600-series motherboards, introducing the AGESA Combo PI-1.2.0.0 microcode for its AMD X670E, X670, B650, and A620 motherboards. These updates aim to address multiple critical issues, improve system stability, and introduce new features. These new updates bring various bug fixes and improvements to …
Read More »MSI issues BIOS update for 600-series motherboards with memory improvements
To improve memory performance across their AMD 600-series motherboards, MSI has started to roll out the AGESA PI 1.0.0.7c BIOS update. Based on what we've heard so far, this update allows AMD systems with X670E, X670, B650, and A620 motherboards to run higher memory speeds while maintaining stability. As seen …
Read More »AMD AGESA firmware update enables up to 8,200MHz DDR5 speeds
AMD AM5 platform development has progressed significantly, and it looks like the newest AGESA version 1.0.0.7B is the result of that. The new firmware is already available for certain motherboards, allowing users to test it beforehand. Based on the reports we've gathered, it looks like a game changer, allowing specific …
Read More »ASRock reveals new gaming monitors, Z790 and B650 motherboards, and more ahead of Computex 2023
Computex 2023 is just around the corner. Ahead of the event, some companies have already begun revealing their new products, including ASRock, which plans to show off new motherboards, monitors and Mini PCs at the event. One of the highlights at Computex 2023 will be ASRock's impressive lineup of monitors. …
Read More »Asus starts issuing BIOS updates to introduce 24/48GB DDR5 memory support to X670/B650 motherboards
AMD 600-series motherboards are now starting to get support for 24/48GB DDR5 memory sticks. Asus, in particular, has already released the Beta BIOS introducing the feature, expanding your options for memory when upgrading to the latest generation. The Beta BIOS for Asus motherboards was shared on the ROG forums (via …
Read More »AMD rolls out discounted Ryzen 7000 hardware bundles
It seems to be deal season for AMD. Recently we covered a very good discount on the RX 7900XT graphics card. Now, AMD is offering discounted hardware bundles for a limited time, so you can get the CPU, motherboard and RAM you need all together at a lower price. The …
Read More »Gigabyte X670 and B650 BIOS update adds support for AMD Ryzen 7000X3D chips
In a few days, AMD will release the Ryzen 7000X3D chips to the public. These chips will be supported by X670 and B650 series motherboards, but you'll first have to update your BIOS if you've already got a motherboard. Fortunately for those with a Gigabyte motherboard, a BIOS update has …
Read More »ASRock reveals expansion card that can turn a B650 motherboard into an X670 one
What if you could turn an AMD B650 motherboard into an X670 motherboard? That's already possible, but you won't be able to do it just yet. ASRock developed an AMD X670 expansion card that only works with specific B650 motherboards from the vendor. However, they're not on sale, at least …
Read More »MSI MPG B650 Carbon WiFi Motherboard Review
In this review, we are taking our first look at AMD’s new B650 chipset via the MSI B650 Carbon WiFi motherboard. Coming in at £380 in the UK, this certainly is not the value successor to B550 that many users may have expected. With that said, though, there are a …
Read More »Asus and NZXT launch new B650 and B650E motherboards for Ryzen 7000
Last month with the launch of Ryzen 7000, we also saw the release of new X670 and X670E motherboards. Now as we head into October, more affordable options are starting to be announced. Today, Asus introduces four new B650 motherboard families, and NZXT has also announced the new N7 B650E. …
Read More »AMD’s next Meet the Experts event will focus on B650 and B650E motherboards
AMD has already held a Meet the Experts event to showcase the X670 motherboards. Now, it's time to do the same for the B650 series motherboards. Similar to the previous event, the next one will give airtime to the company's motherboard partners to showcase their B650 designs. The following AMD …
Read More »AMD Details Zen 4 Ryzen 7000 and AM5 – Launch September 27th
AMD has today given more details on its upcoming Ryzen 7000 Series - Zen 4 - processors and the AM5 platform. Launching 27th September, the Ryzen 9 7950X flagship is touted as having a 29% faster core for gamers versus Ryzen 5000 Series whilst also enhancing power efficiency thanks to the application of TSMC's 5nm process node. Four chips launch on September 27th alongside DDR5- and PCIe 5.0-capable X-Series motherboards, with B-Series boards to follow-up in October.
Read More »Intel to launch Raptor Lake desktop and first Sapphire Rapids chips in October
Late 2022 is shaping up to be quite busy for new PC hardware. Besides the next generation of Nvidia and AMD graphics cards, Intel is also expected to launch its Raptor Lake desktop processors and the first Sapphire Rapids HEDT CPUs. According to ECSM_Official (via Wccftech), Intel delayed the release …
Read More »AMD will likely show the first AM5 X670 and B650 motherboards at Computex 2022
In the last few days, there have been a lot of rumours about AMD's 600-series motherboards, with reports claiming we would see new X670 and B650 boards at Computex 2022. Now, just ahead of AMD's keynote, details about X670 motherboards from vendors like ASRock and Asus have emerged online. Earlier …
Read More »AMD AM5 motherboards for Ryzen 7000 CPUs may drop DDR4 support
We're still months away from AMD's AM5 platform launch and the release of Ryzen 7000 series processors, but leaks and rumours are giving us an early idea of what to expect. According to industry sources, AMD's AM5 platform launch will include the X670 and B650 motherboards at first, and apparently …
Read More »AM5 motherboards may run new CPUs at 1.5V
The Ryzen 7 5800X3D marks the end of the AM4 era and the start of a new one. From now on, AMD will focus on the AM5 platform, which is expected to bring many new features, technologies and intricacies. Things will definitely change with the new platform, and according to …
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