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

ASRock has just rolled out a new BIOS update to tackle the increasing failure issues with AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU. This update might just be the fix needed for those whose CPUs are experiencing trouble.

ASRock has stepped up promptly to address the crashing problems plaguing AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPUs by launching a new BIOS update. This quick response is notable among motherboard manufacturers. ASRock’s recent blog post highlights that the new update is designed to address “unexpected boot issues and error codes.” Interestingly, it doesn’t directly refer to CPU failures, implying that ASRock might not be fully accepting accountability for the problems users are encountering.

ASRock, a company known for its wide range of technological products including motherboards and gaming monitors, has noted reports, particularly on Reddit, of users experiencing surprising boot issues when their ASRock AM5 motherboards are used with certain AMD Ryzen 9000 series processors. In response, ASRock has released the 3.20 Beta BIOS update aimed at enhancing the boot process for AMD’s Ryzen 9000 series CPUs, reflecting their commitment to improving user experience.

To catch you up if you’re not aware, we reported just yesterday about numerous Reddit users reporting sudden failures with AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPUs. These issues occur at different times—some right at the initial boot-up and others after days or even weeks of usage. This indicates that the failures could happen unpredictably. It’s also important to note that this problem isn’t limited to a single motherboard manufacturer, although ASRock models are frequently mentioned in these reports.

ASRock Japan has chimed in, claiming that memory compatibility issues might be to blame for the CPU failures, rather than a fundamental flaw in the CPU’s architecture itself. However, without an official statement from AMD to corroborate this, there’s still a bit of a mystery surrounding the situation. If you’re experiencing this issue, it’s best to follow the advice and guidance provided by your specific motherboard’s manufacturer until more information is available.