ASRock Launches BIOS Update to Address AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU Failures; Memory Optimization Suspected as Root Cause

ASRock has rolled out a fresh BIOS update aimed at tackling the ongoing problems with AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU failures, potentially offering a fix for those CPUs that are still functional.

In a swift reaction to the challenges posed by the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU crashes, ASRock has launched a new BIOS update, which could be the answer to the problem. Out of all the motherboard manufacturers, ASRock took proactive steps to address the community’s concerns by releasing an update for its affected models. Interestingly, their blog post mentions that the update addresses “unexpected boot issues and error codes” but doesn’t directly refer to CPU failures. This could imply that ASRock is distancing itself from taking responsibility for CPUs that arrive dead on arrival (DOA).

ASRock, renowned globally for its production of motherboards, graphics cards, mini PCs, power supplies, and gaming monitors, recently noted several Reddit posts from users encountering unexpected boot hiccups and error codes when pairing their ASRock AM5 motherboards with a slice of AMD’s Ryzen 9000 series processors. To enhance user satisfaction, ASRock took it upon itself to release the 3.20 Beta BIOS update for its AM5 series motherboards, which aims to curb boot issues with AMD’s Ryzen™ 9000 series processors.

For those who missed our report yesterday, Redditors have been discussing sudden crashes or total failures with the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPUs. Some users report these issues right from the first boot, while others only experience them after using their systems for days or weeks, indicating that the problem can strike at unpredictable times. It’s important to note that this isn’t an issue confined to a single brand of motherboards—ASRock models, however, seem to be frequently caught up in this predicament.

In a tweet from ASRock Japan, they suggest the problems might stem from memory compatibility issues rather than faults with the CPU’s architecture. Despite this claim, an official confirmation from AMD itself is still pending, leaving the situation rather uncertain. For now, we advise our readers experiencing these issues to follow their motherboard manufacturer’s guidance closely to mitigate any potential problems.