AMD’s highly anticipated Ryzen 9000 Series CPU launch might have been slightly delayed, but the excitement is building as the release date approaches. With the new Zen 5 processors receiving full support from existing AM5 boards, GIGABYTE has taken proactive steps to ensure a seamless transition for users. The company has announced the rollout of BIOS updates for its X670, B650, and A620 motherboards, specifically tailored for the new CPUs.
GIGABYTE highlights that AGESA 1.1.7.0 Patch A (Release) and AGESA 1.2.0.0a Patch A (Beta) are crucial updates for “compatibility and optimized performance” when paired with any of the AMD Ryzen 9000 series processors. While AGESA 1.2.0.0a Patch A is labeled as Beta, it’s primarily targeted at those who plan to acquire the flagship AMD Ryzen 9 9950X or the Ryzen 9 9900X, as it empowers users to “harness the full potential of these next-generation processors.” This means comprehensive support for AMD’s new memory overclocking features and the introduction of the advanced Curve Shaper tool.
The earlier AGESA 1.1.7.0 Patch A, released in May 2024, laid the groundwork for boot compatibility with the upcoming Ryzen 9000 Series. Without this essential update, X670, B650, and A620 motherboards would encounter issues when attempting to utilize the latest CPUs. Updating the BIOS is a straightforward process using GIGABYTE’s @BIOS, Q-Flash, or Q-Flash Plus technology.
The latest AGESA for the new CPUs extends support to DDR5-8000 memory, while introducing on-the-fly Memory Overclocking with Memory-Optimized Performance Profile features. Notably, the new Ryzen 9000 Series boasts a brand-new overclocking feature called Curve Shaper. This tool provides users with enhanced undervolting capabilities (applied individually to each core), building upon the dynamic frequency and voltage curve tools previously available for Ryzen 7000 Series CPUs. The Curve Shaper represents a significant advancement in fine-tuning and optimizing performance for demanding tasks and applications.
