Overview
- AMD attributes Ryzen 7 9800X3D boot issues to memory compatibility problems in earlier BIOS versions, now resolved through updates.
- Over 100 user reports claim CPUs failed after passing POST, raising doubts about AMD's explanation and prompting further scrutiny.
- AMD and ASRock recommend users update their BIOS to the latest version and contact customer support if issues persist.
- ASRock identified one case of CPU damage caused by debris in a socket, which was resolved after cleaning, dismissing broader hardware defect concerns.
- AMD maintains that the reported issues are minor and resolvable, while users demand greater transparency and accountability regarding the failures.