MSI X370 XPOWER GAMING TITANIUM

Launch Stability & Compatibility

The initial firmware lifecycle focuses heavily on stabilizing DDR4 memory training and platform initialization for early Ryzen architectures. Updates v1.2 through v1.6 iteratively improve memory compatibility and resolve PCIe Hot-plug function failures. Version v14 integrates AGESA 1.0.0.4a to enhance system stability, while v17 updates the codebase to AGESA 1.0.0.6, establishing mature support for Summit Ridge and Pinnacle Ridge processors. Subsequent revisions, including v1F and v1G, optimize M.2 NVMe device recognition, improve USB mouse connectivity, and expand memory overclocking capabilities via AGESA 1.0.0.4C.

Feature Maturity & Hardware Support

Mid-cycle updates v1I and v1J refine compatibility for Raven Ridge and Bristol Ridge APUs, alongside enabling native SATA hotplug functionality. A significant architectural shift occurs in v1O4[Beta], which transitions the platform to AGESA ComboAm4v2PI 1.2.0.7. This critical update resolves the widespread fTPM stuttering issue affecting Windows 10/11 system latency, modifies default Secure Boot settings, and officially deprecates support for legacy Bristol Ridge processors to accommodate the expanded microcode footprint required for newer CPUs.

Critical Security & Power Management

Recent development prioritizes hardening the platform against privilege escalation vulnerabilities and side-channel attacks. Update v1O6[Beta] integrates AGESA 1.2.0.A to patch TPM Out of Bounds Access risks. Version v1O7[Beta] specifically addresses CVE-2024-36877, followed by v1O8[Beta] which implements AGESA 1.2.0.Cc to mitigate the high-severity Sinkclose (SMM Lock Bypass) vulnerability. The latest release, v1OA[Beta], deploys AGESA 1.2.0.F, upgrading fTPM firmware to ensure stability with modern Anti-Cheat engines and Windows 11 environments.