AMD Ryzen’s fTPM stuttering issues will be fixed in May

Ryzen systems will soon be free from stutters.
AMD ryzen stutter fix
OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

Earlier today, AMD announced that it has found a fix to resolve a fTPM related stutter on Ryzen PCs. The stuttering itself is caused by issues with the fTPM (Firmware Trusted Platform Module) chip that led to “temporary pauses in system interactivity or responsiveness.” The impact where this was most felt was during gaming, where an occasional stutter would cause massive disruptions.

Recommended Videos

AMD’s now come up with a solution to the issue, though it won’t be available until early May. Those with this issue will need to update their motherboard’s system BIOS when this update eventually rolls out. Unfortunately, that’s not really a solution for right now and doesn’t help make the user experience better at the moment. So, to temporarily solve the problem, AMD has suggested that its users use a third party TPM device in the meantime.

 

It took a while, but a solution is coming

Some AMD Ryzen users have already dealt with this issue for months, and for those who are unfamiliar with how the stutter affects gameplay, it’s awful. A YouTube video posted by Harrison S shows just how badly the stutter can ruin a gaming session. The stutter can last for up to two seconds and can instantly take players out of the experience. It doesn’t just happen with games either, as the entire PC feels the effect. This leads to all sorts of programs stuttering randomly, and it can get very annoying when it happens multiple times a day. Suffice to say, AMD’s fix for the fTPM stutter on Ryzen PCs can’t come soon enough.

The problem could simply be solved by disabling fTPM, which is fairly easy on Windows 10. However, Windows 11 requires it, and disabling TPM becomes a bigger hassle. It’s doable, but does require that you download third-party software and have a USB stick that’s larger than 16GB. Some Windows 10 updates also apparently enable fTPM without the user knowing about it. Essentially, while it’s true that you can disable fTPM, it’s not a perfect solution for many in the long term.

There’s also the fact that TPM chips are necessary as an extra form of security for your PC. In the most basic way, a TPM chip stops attackers from accessing encrypted drives by locking away a part of the key. This obviously isn’t everything a TPM module does, but this is the gist of it. TPM is something that most users probably wouldn’t turn off if it didn’t cause a debilitating stutter on their PCs. AMD’s suggestion to use a discrete TPM instead of the built-in motherboard solution also comes with some inconvenience.

AMD ryzen stutter fix

All in all though, it’s good that AMD is finally on track to release a fix to the fTPM stutter effecting Ryzen PCs. AMD’s immediate fix to the issue is also on the table for those that want to go that route. However, the next few months will be agonizing for those that are stuck with this stutter. So, to distract you from this, why not check out the latest leak for Nvidia’s RTX 40 Series graphics cards.


PC Invasion is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more
related content
Read Article The best Nvidia Control Panel settings for your gaming PC GPU
best settings for nvidia control panel pc gaming gpu graphics performance quality
Read Article What does an IP65 rating mean?
What Does An Ip65 Rating Mean
Read Article How To Format Your SSD (Solid State Drive): Step-by-Step Guide
Ssd Price Drop Q3 2022 sale deal best pc gaming
Related Content
Read Article The best Nvidia Control Panel settings for your gaming PC GPU
best settings for nvidia control panel pc gaming gpu graphics performance quality
Read Article What does an IP65 rating mean?
What Does An Ip65 Rating Mean
Read Article How To Format Your SSD (Solid State Drive): Step-by-Step Guide
Ssd Price Drop Q3 2022 sale deal best pc gaming
Author
Sam Robins
Sam has been a Contributing Writer for PC Invasion since November 2021. After escaping university with a Master’s degree in Media and Communication, he decided to take up the mantle of writing. From covering the news to crafting guides, he'll take any chance to pick apart whatever he's currently playing. Sam spends most of his time delving into JRPGs and horror games. When he isn't obsessing over the intricacies of Kingdom Hearts he's diving headfirst into the world of tech. Keeping an eye out for the next big purchase that's sure to upset his wallet.