Intel's CPU Crashing Woes Expand as Company Acknowledges All 65W+ CPUs Affected

Root Cause Identified, Microcode Update Incoming

Intel has finally acknowledged the severity of the crashing issues affecting its latest-generation processors. The company has now divulged that the issue impacts all 65W and higher CPUs, including the popular 13th and 14th-gen models. This revelation expands the scope of the problem significantly, as it now includes a wider range of enthusiast-grade processors.

Microcode Update on the Horizon

In a statement, Intel announced that it has identified the root cause of the crashing issues and is working on a fix. The company will issue a microcode update that will address the problem. However, Intel did not specify when the update will be available.

Damaged CPUs May Require Replacement

For users who have already experienced CPU damage due to the crashing issues, Intel recommends replacing the affected components. Tweaking BIOS settings to alleviate the problem may not be effective for all users.