MSI Releases AGESA 1.2.0.1 Firmware with “105W TDP” Mode for AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and Ryzen 5 9600X

AMD AGESA BIOS PI 1.2.0.1 and 105W TDP Mode

MSI has announced the availability of the AMD AGESA BIOS PI 1.2.0.1 update, designed specifically to enhance the performance of the Ryzen 7 9700X and Ryzen 5 9600X processors. These CPUs, which come with a default 65W TDP, can now benefit from a higher TDP setting, addressing feedback from reviewers who noted the potential for improved performance.

Performance Boost with 105W TDP Mode

The new BIOS from MSI introduces a feature called “105W TDP,” which increases the TDP for both the Ryzen 7 9700X and Ryzen 5 9600X. This adjustment is expected to result in a 13% performance boost compared to the 65W mode. While TDP is not a real-time power measurement, this change translates to 13% higher performance at a 62% higher TDP.

Enhanced Power Delivery

MSI is excited to release the AMD AGESA BIOS PI 1.2.0.1 update, which enhances power delivery performance for the Ryzen 5 9600X and Ryzen 7 9700X processors on their 600 Series motherboards. This new BIOS includes an option to increase the CPU TDP to 105W, providing an extra performance boost.

Demonstrated Performance Gains

MSI has demonstrated the performance increase in Cinebench R23 multi-core tests, showing that the 105W TDP mode can significantly enhance performance. However, this may not necessarily translate to a 13% higher performance in gaming scenarios.

Supported Motherboards

The new BIOS is available for several MSI motherboards, with more to come in future releases. The first batch includes:

• MEG X670E GODLIKE
• MEG X670E ACE
• MPG X670E CARBON WIFI
• MPG B650 CARBON WIFI
• MAG B650 TOMAHAWK WIFI
• MAG B650M MORTAR WIFI
• X670E GAMING PLUS WIFI
• B650M GAMING PLUS WIFI
• PRO B650-P WIFI

Other motherboard manufacturers have not yet released the new AGESA update, making MSI the first to offer this feature. Other vendors are expected to follow suit soon, possibly with a BETA release.