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Zen3 remains on AM4 yet it isn't backward compatible with older chipsets

Zen3 remains on AM4 yet it isn't backward compatible with older chipsets

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Supr3matt
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03-27-2016, 05:26 PM
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Could you clarify if you're referring to a specific product or situation? I'd like to understand better before providing further advice.
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Supr3matt
03-27-2016, 05:26 PM #1

Could you clarify if you're referring to a specific product or situation? I'd like to understand better before providing further advice.

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HonzaNovak
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03-28-2016, 07:22 PM
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Varies based on requirements and financial constraints.
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HonzaNovak
03-28-2016, 07:22 PM #2

Varies based on requirements and financial constraints.

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dr4gen_sl4y3r
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03-29-2016, 09:27 AM
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It also relies on whether you decide to wait until some point in 2021.
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dr4gen_sl4y3r
03-29-2016, 09:27 AM #3

It also relies on whether you decide to wait until some point in 2021.

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DangoBravo
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03-29-2016, 10:36 AM
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This update works with X570 boards as well, making it a good option if you own one. Performance will also vary based on how Zen 3 stacks up against previous generations like Zen 2, Comet Lake, and Rocket Lake. The main concern seems to be that some motherboards from the 4 series don’t have sufficient BIOS memory for Zen 3, not because of a technical barrier but due to marketing missteps. Manufacturers might be avoiding announcements to prevent negative publicity, similar to how certain claims about specific models can cause major issues. Ultimately, AMD should limit such announcements to avoid major controversy and potential media backlash.
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DangoBravo
03-29-2016, 10:36 AM #4

This update works with X570 boards as well, making it a good option if you own one. Performance will also vary based on how Zen 3 stacks up against previous generations like Zen 2, Comet Lake, and Rocket Lake. The main concern seems to be that some motherboards from the 4 series don’t have sufficient BIOS memory for Zen 3, not because of a technical barrier but due to marketing missteps. Manufacturers might be avoiding announcements to prevent negative publicity, similar to how certain claims about specific models can cause major issues. Ultimately, AMD should limit such announcements to avoid major controversy and potential media backlash.

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