Intel Issues Final Microcode Update to Resolve Raptor Lake CPU Instability

The new 0x12B update addresses voltage and stability issues in 13th and 14th Gen processors, aiming to prevent further damage.

Intel's investigation identified four key scenarios causing instability in Raptor Lake CPUs, including excessive voltage requests during idle periods.
The 0x12B microcode update consolidates previous fixes and adds new measures to prevent elevated voltage issues.
Affected processors include all K, KF, and KS-series Core i5, i7, and i9 CPUs in the 13th and 14th Gen families.
Intel has extended warranties on affected CPUs from three to five years to cover potential damage caused by the instability.
The company assures that the new update will not significantly impact performance and that upcoming Arrow Lake processors are unaffected.