One of the best things about AMD is that unlike its competitor Intel, when it releases a new generation of processors they are often backwards compatible with older motherboards, and it's happened again with new Zen-based Ryzen 5000 processors. 3 from AMD. As promised, many older AMD 500-series motherboards will be able to use the newer Ryzen 5000 chips, though they will require a BIOS update first. The ComputerBase website has compiled all supported motherboards and links to updates, and we've reproduced it below. Some even older AMD 400-series motherboards will also receive updates to support Zen 3 processors, but according to AMD that won't be until early 2021. Users of AMD 500-series motherboards should update their BIOS to AGESA v2 1.0.8.0. 1.1.0.0 or 5 or later for the launch of the new processor on November XNUMX. However, remember that updating a motherboard's BIOS should only be done carefully by people who know what they are doing and after all important data has been backed up.
Easier upgrade
The fact that people with existing AMD motherboards can simply swap out their current processor for a new Ryzen 5000 chip is great, as it means the upgrade process is considerably easier. Simply replacing the processor is a much less complex and time consuming process. It also makes upgrading much more affordable as you don't have to pay for a new motherboard. In our opinion, this gives AMD an advantage over Intel, because when Intel reveals a new generation of processors, you'll usually need a new motherboard as well. It's great to see AMD continue their own tradition. Read on to find out which motherboards support the newest chips and where to download BIOS firmware.
Asus motherboards
ASRock motherboards
Biostar motherboards
Gigabyte motherboards
MSI motherboards
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