Checking if the Ryzen 7 3700X remains at 0.55GHz following a fresh Windows setup – it functions properly in Safe Mode.
Checking if the Ryzen 7 3700X remains at 0.55GHz following a fresh Windows setup – it functions properly in Safe Mode.
Hey everyone,
I'm facing an unusual problem with my system and would appreciate some guidance.
Details:
- CPU: Ryzen 7 3700X
- Motherboard: ASUS TUF X570-PLUS (Wi-Fi), BIOS updated to latest
- Operating System: Fresh Windows 10/11 install
- Cooler: [mention if stock or aftermarket]
- Power Plan: Tested both AMD Ryzen Balanced and High Performance modes
Issue: After reinstalling Windows, my CPU remains stuck at 0.55GHz, even under load. Temperatures appear normal and aren’t elevated. However, the system runs extremely sluggishly.
The peculiar aspect is that when I boot into Safe Mode, the CPU operates normally and clock speeds look acceptable.
What I've tried:
- Updated motherboard BIOS to the latest version
- Installed AMD Chipset Drivers from the official site
- Changed power plan to High Performance and set processor limits to 100%
- Verified temperatures – no concerns
- Disabled background services via msconfig (minimal changes)
- Planning to disable CPPC and Global C-States in BIOS next
Possible causes:
It might be related to power management or driver issues, as Safe Mode works well. It could also stem from a faulty chipset driver or deeper BIOS problem.
Attaching a screenshot of HWInfo/Ryzen Master for clock and temperature details soon.
If anyone has encountered similar issues or has tips for further troubleshooting, I’d be grateful!
Thanks ahead of time.
Let me know if you want to add more info (like PSU or cooler), and I’ll adjust accordingly!
Motherboard details: ASUS TUF X570-PLUS (Wi-Fi) – BIOS updated to the latest release.
Current operating system: Fresh installation of Windows 10/11.
Installer source: Obtained from official sources; installed in offline mode with all drivers applied via elevated command.
Processor: Ryzen 7 3700X
Motherboard: ASUS TUF X570-PLUS (Wi-Fi) – BIOS updated to latest version
CPU cooler: Stock
Build specifications:
CPU: CPU cooler: Stock
Motherboard: ASUS TUF X570-PLUS (Wi-Fi) – BIOS updated to latest version
OS: Fresh install of Windows 10/11
PSU age: [include age] years
Monitor: [include details]
I consider checking the CMOS and replacing the battery if needed.
CPU: Ryzen 7 3700X
Motherboard: ASUS TUF X570-PLUS (Wi-Fi) – BIOS updated
OS: Fresh installation of Windows 10/11
Cooler: Nonctua NHD15 Chromax Black
Ram: Corsari Dominator 8GB x 4
SSD/HDD: Samsung 970 evo plus
GPU: RX470
PSU: Tharmaltake 750W Smart Edition
Chassis: Corsario 4000D
OS: Win11_24H2_EnglishInternational_x64
Monitor: Asus VG249 X 2