Consider installing the older BIOS version to enable PCIe 4 compatibility for the x470 upgrade.

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Consider installing the older BIOS version to enable PCIe 4 compatibility for the x470 upgrade.

MrZxs
Junior Member

12-05-2019, 08:49 PM

Hi, your Rog Strix x470 gaming board with a 2700x is still working fine. Since you bought it in 2018, the BIOS hasn’t been updated. You now have a 3900x PCIe4 SSD, which is listed as compatible on the ASUS website. Regarding BIOS updates, it’s wise to check AMD’s latest recommendations—some older boards like the X470 may no longer receive support for PCIe4. Consider reaching out to AMD support or reviewing the official BIOS changelog to confirm compatibility before proceeding.

MrZxs

12-05-2019, 08:49 PM #1

Cubiz_FPS
Junior Member

12-07-2019, 03:51 PM

Avoid using the old BIOS, as performance improvements from updates won't apply.

Cubiz_FPS

12-07-2019, 03:51 PM #2

Avoid using the old BIOS, as performance improvements from updates won't apply.

NooLele
Posting Freak

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12-07-2019, 07:27 PM

Do you possess a tool or device that can replicate your setup and push PCI-E NVME performance to its limit? For example, another NVME drive or a 3.1 Gen 2 external unit? If not, performance tests will be the main indicator of gains.

NooLele

12-07-2019, 07:27 PM #3

thatkidvincee
Member

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12-24-2019, 04:45 PM

I'm a programmer focused on quicker memory access to cut down compilation times. Right now I'm using the same SSD in a 2700x with Gen3 and everything seems fine. I'm curious if this hardware could be better for speed, but I haven't noticed any problems yet. Wouldn't it be better to go with the newest option?

thatkidvincee

12-24-2019, 04:45 PM #4