AMD is announcing a Windows 11 update to optimize the gaming performance of Ryzen processors by fixing a user account issue.
Ryzen Optimization
Performance Issue
AMD has issued an official statement regarding inconsistencies between internal testing data and independent testing results of the Ryzen 9000 line of processors. Experts recently found that running AMD processors under standard Windows conditions negatively affects their gaming performance. To achieve maximum efficiency of the new chips, users had to log in through a special administrator account.
Upcoming Improvements
AMD has announced an upcoming Windows 11 update that aims to correct this situation and bring increased gaming performance to their processors under normal conditions. This update is expected to have a positive impact not only on systems with the latest chips based on the Zen 5 architecture, but also on previous generation solutions based on Zen 4 and Zen 3.
Reasons discrepancies
It turned out that there is a difference in the functioning of the system for standard user accounts and administrator mode. The difference is "branch prediction code optimizations," which benefit the branch prediction capabilities of the Zen 5 architecture. While the latest architecture benefits most from these optimizations, Zen 3-based processors also see performance gains when used in administrator mode.
Collaboration with Microsoft
Apparently, Microsoft has no problem setting identical optimization levels for different types of accounts . AMD announces that optimized AMD-specific branch prediction code will be available in Windows 11 24H2 for Windows Insiders. The company also announced that it has partnered with Microsoft to bring this additional update to all users in the near future.
Expected improvements
AMD also presented a table with projected performance gains in various games. In some cases, the improvements may not be noticeable, and for Far Cry 6 a performance increase of 13% is expected.
Glossary
- AMD is an American company, manufacturer of processors and graphics cards
- Ryzen - line of processors from AMD
- Windows - operating system from Microsoft
- Zen - microarchitecture of AMD processors
- Far Cry 6 - popular computer game in the genre of first-person shooter
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Federico
What news! AMD has finally acknowledged the problem with the Ryzen 9000's gaming performance. I wonder how quickly they will release the update? 🤔
Amelie
Federico, I thought about that too! It's good that they are working on a solution. I hope that the update will come out soon, because the difference of 13% for Far Cry 6 is significant! 🎮
Hans
Amelie, I agree! But I'm surprised that the problem even affects Zen 3 processors. It turns out that Windows optimization affects many more users than we thought. 🖥️
Isabella
Guys, have you noticed that to access full performance you need to use an administrator account? This is not very convenient and safe for ordinary users. 😕
Gunther
All this fuss about new processors and Windows updates is a waste of time. My old computer works great, and I don't need that extra 13% in some toy. It would be better to do something useful.
Olena
Gunther, I understand your opinion, but progress cannot be stopped! 😊 Federico, do you think this update will affect the choice of processors for new builds?
Federico
Olena, I think this could make AMD more attractive. But Isabella is right - the issue with accounts needs to be resolved. I wonder how Microsoft will approach this problem? 🤓
Hans
Federico, I agree. Hopefully Microsoft and AMD will find a way to optimize performance without compromising security. It will be a win-win for all users! 💪🏼