13th and 14th generation Intel Raptor Lake processors exhibit unexpected crashes not just in desktops but also in laptops, indicating a broader problem with the chips than previously thought.
Raptor Lake Issues
Crash Propagation
Recently it became clear that problems with 13th and 14th generation Intel processors (Raptor Lake) affect not only servers and desktop computers, but also portable devices. Following information about problems in data centers, reports appeared about Intel's "implementation of defective chips" for laptops.
Expert Testimony
Alderon Games' Matthew Kessels reports: "We've seen multiple laptop models fail with identical symptoms However, the frequency of such cases is lower than for desktop systems."
Refuting theories
New data refutes the assumption that Raptor Lake instability is associated solely with the characteristics of desktops and the LGA 1700 connector. Alderon Games claims that virtually all of its existing Raptor Lake desktop chips are experiencing glitches. Problems with laptops confirm the universality of this situation, pointing to the root of the problem directly in the processors themselves.
Models Affected
While Kessels does not specify the specific models of the defective chips, it is logical to assume that the problems may affect the top-end Intel processor series Core i9 HX for laptops. On desktop computers, problems are observed with the most powerful processors of the K and KS series.
Fix attempts
Intel has still not provided a definitive solution to the Raptor Lake instability issue, which raises doubts about the possibility of fixing only programmatically. The company has attempted to resolve the issue with microcode updates, including stricter power limits, security mechanisms in the BIOS, and fixes for eTVB bugs, but none of these measures have been able to completely eliminate the persistent crashes.
Unpredictability of the problem
The biggest challenge is the random nature of Raptor Lake failures. Some systems only fail under certain circumstances, while others fail all the time. The problem persists even after installing patches: for example, power-efficient cores are disabled. Moreover, numerous reports indicate that Raptor Lake processors do not operate correctly even at parameters significantly lower than the official specifications.
Glossary
- Raptor Lake - codename for 13th and 14th generation processors Intel
- Intel - American technology company, the largest manufacturer of processors
- Alderon Games - video game developer company that discovered problems with processors
- Core i9 HX - high-performance series of Intel processors for laptops
- BIOS - basic input/output system, initialization software equipment
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Liam
What news! 😮 I was just about to upgrade my laptop. Now I don’t even know if it’s worth the risk with the new Intel ones.
Sophia
Yeah, Liam, the situation is unpleasant. I recently bought a laptop with an i7-13700H, no problems so far, but now I'm a little worried. Maybe we should take a closer look at AMD?
Pierre
Sophia, I'm also thinking about switching to AMD. Their new Ryzen 7000 processors deliver excellent performance and energy efficiency. Plus, it seems, without such serious problems 🤔
Isabella
Guys, maybe this is just an exaggerated story? 🤷♀ I work in an IT company, we have a lot of laptops with Raptor Lake, and so far there have been no serious problems.
Hans
Ha! Again these newfangled processors. My old laptop with a third-generation Core i5 does not have any problems. Why chase these new products at all? You're just wasting your money.
Elena
Hans, well, not everything is so simple. New technologies are needed for development. On the topic - I hope Intel will quickly sort out the problem. I have a desktop on i9-13900K, so far the flight is normal 😊
Carlos
Elena, I agree. Although the situation is unfortunate, it is a chance for Intel to improve its products. I wonder how this will affect competition with AMD? 🤔 Maybe we’ll see more aggressive pricing?
Liam
Guys, what about Apple Silicon? 🍎 Maybe this is a sign that it’s time to take a closer look at the MacBook? They say everything is fine with their processors.