Lower than expected Cinebench/CPU scores Check: Is Windows Power Mode set to “Best Performance”? Is cooling adequate? (Ryzen throttles at 90–95°C)
When Windows 11 first launched, AMD users faced performance dips of up to 15% in gaming due to cache latency bugs. However, modern updates have transformed this relationship.
PC randomly freezes or stutters in audio/video Likely: fTPM stutter → Update BIOS to AGESA 1.2.0.7 or newer.
Today, Windows 11 is generally considered the superior operating system for modern AMD hardware. Several architectural advancements in the OS align perfectly with AMD’s processor design.