Overview

• MSI implements 'Intel Default Settings' in Z790 motherboards, addressing stability concerns for 13th and 14th Gen Intel CPUs.
• Intel advises against using 'Baseline' power profiles, urging the highest possible settings based on motherboard capabilities.
• Recent BIOS updates across various manufacturers aim to standardize power settings to prevent crashes under high loads.
• Intel's stance causes confusion among manufacturers, with some already implementing less restrictive profiles.
• The new power specifications are expected to be enforced by the end of May, with significant implications for performance and stability.