Intel Needs to Say Something: Oxidation Claims, New Microcode, & Benchmark Challenges

Sponsor: Get 10% off Squarespace purchases () We don’t know what the cause of failure is yet. We’ve received a lot of leaks and credible tips and, working alongside Wendell of Level1 Techs, we have been trying to get to the bottom of Intel’s CPU failures. The current trouble is how reviewers should even test these parts for the upcoming AMD Zen 5 reviews though, as any changes from Intel will need to be reflected in that comparative data. Likewise, until Intel puts out a better statement, we simply do not feel comfortable recommending 13th and 14th Gen CPUs while this matter is pending. This video talks about tips we’ve received relating to oxidation or potential corrosion within the silicon, specifically relating to the vias, and other tips like excessive voltage, memory speeds, unstable frequency, and failure rates. This is not a complete investigation. We are still working and do not yet have a conclusion, nor do we have full confidence in any one failure mode. If you own an Intel CPU, fill in our survey here (especially if it is unstable): Watch our previous video with Wendell of Level1 Techs: And watch Wendell’s video here: You can also email tips to us at our tips line. The best way to support our work is through our store: Like our content? Please consider becoming our Patron to support us: TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Why We Can’t Recommend Intel Right Now 04:57 - HELP US RESEARCH! 05:54 - The Story So Far (Recap) 08:47 - New Information 11:03 - Current Claims & Tips 15:33 - Oxidation 19:32 - Pending Failure Analysis Results 20:53 - Failure Rates 24:49 - Important Reminders 26:20 - What We Do as Reviewers ** Please like, comment, and subscribe for more! ** Links to Amazon and Newegg are typically monetized on our channel (affiliate links) and may return a commission of sales to us from the retailer. This is unrelated to the product manufacturer. Any advertisements or sponsorships are disclosed within the video (“this video is brought to you by“) and above the fold in the description. We do not ever produce paid content or “sponsored content“ (meaning that the content is our idea and is not funded externally aside from whatever ad placement is in the beginning) and we do not ever charge manufacturers for coverage. Follow us in these locations for more gaming and hardware updates: t: f: w: Steve Burke: Host, Writing, Video Editing Vitalii Makhnovets: Video Editing