Everyone can get a performance boost for their AMD CPUs from Windows optional update

HARDWARE NEWS manhkbrady - Aug 28, 2024, 17:00

Previously, we covered the significant performance improvements for AMD Ryzen CPUs in gaming workloads brought by Windows 11’s 24H2 update. The update is now available as an optional update for the current version of Windows (23H2), eliminating the need for Ryzen users to use a preview build of Windows to access this free performance boost.

Any AMD Ryzen CPU users can find the new update listed under the "Optional Updates" section in the Windows Update menu as "KB5041587," simplifying the process for those who have not yet updated or opted into the 24H2 preview. An AMD spokesperson stated, "We expect the performance uplift to be very similar between 24H2 and 23H2 with KB5041587 installed."

Today we have an update for the community following last week's gaming performance blog.

Optimizations are now available for all Windows 11 users via an optional Windows update.

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This update brings performance improvements for AMD’s Zen 3, Zen 4, and Zen 5 CPUs, with testing showing average gains of around 10% across various games. It’s worth noting that in some cases, performance gains of up to 30% are possible, demonstrating the significant impact of this update. If the branch prediction in Windows 11 24H2, and now Windows 11 23H2 through this optional update, delivers performance enhancements as significant as those observed in preview builds, it could potentially provide a significant boost to AMD's latest processors in gaming and certain productivity workloads. Further testing will be needed to ascertain the difference.

Windows 11 users can find more information about this new Windows update here. This update will give Windows 11 23H2 the same optimizations as the upcoming 24H4 version of Windows, making it a crucial download for AMD Ryzen CPU usersThe release of this update is excellent news for all gamers using Ryzen CPUs, effectively providing a free performance boost for AMD Ryzen users. This is particularly welcomed news for existing Ryzen users and those planning to upgrade to AMD’s latest processors. With your machine fully updated and ready to go, you can check out our comparator to find the best deals for your next favorite game.