Do you need a BIOS update for Intel 14th gen?
Is a BIOS update completely necessary to run the 14th generation intel CPUs?
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Ah, the age-old question, “Do I need to upgrade my motherboard BIOS to install a new CPU”. This became common practice on the AMD platform, especially on socket AM4, as the socket lasted so long. However, Intel seems to be increasing the life span of its motherboard sockets, so we have to ask ourselves, do you need a BIOS update for Intel 14th gen?
BIOS updates are common, you should perform BIOS updates whenever they are available, not just when you want to purchase a new CPU. They’re quick and easy nowadays and don’t carry much danger of bricking your motherboard.
Speaking of the 14th gen, we have reviews of the 14600K and the 14900K if you’re interested in the performance of Intel’s latest.
Do you need to upgrade your BIOS to run Intel 14th Gen?
Well, motherboard manufacturers began rolling out updates a few days before the release of Intel’s 14th gen. This means that if you take a look on your motherboard manufacturer’s website, providing you have a socket LGA 1700 motherboard, you will likely find that your motherboard has an available update.
In a nutshell, these BIOS updates are to ensure compatibility between the CPU and the motherboard so your system knows how to use the new processor. You might think all CPUs are the same, but they are not exactly alike. Because the 14th gen belongs to socket LGA 1700, the same as the 12th and 13th gen before it, it is confirmed that the 14th generation CPUs will have plug-and-play functionality.
But to get the most out of your shiny new 14th-generation Intel CPU, it is advised that you upgrade your motherboard’s BIOS. It’s not just CPU performance that the BIOS helps with, it also fixes BIOS-level bugs, patches security vulnerabilities, and also contributes to overall system stability. It’s a really good idea to stay on top of BIOS updates in general if you want to maintain the best performance.
Do you need a BIOS update for Intel 14th gen FAQ
Are BIOS updates for 14th gen out?
Yes, you will find that your motherboard manufacturer has likely released a BIOS update for Intel’s 14th Gen CPUs, this will help the CPU run properly.
How do I get the new BIOS?
Go to your motherboards website and find the page for your motherboard, you can usually do this by Googling “your motherboard” and “support” after it. Then navigate to the drivers & downloads section, and then to BIOS.
Once downloaded, you’re ready for installation.
