Processor · critical

How to fix Intel 13th & 14th Gen Raptor Lake Instability

Error code: INTEL_13_14_DEGRADATION

What this error means

A critical microcode and hardware degradation issue affecting Intel Core 13th and 14th Generation desktop processors. The CPU requests excessive voltages, leading to physical degradation of silicon, out-of-memory errors in games, and system crashes. This usually traces back to elevated operating temperatures and aggressive motherboard power limits (PL1/PL2 profile limits).

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Before you begin

Save open work and back up important files. Use instructions for your exact device and software version. If Windows cannot start, see the startup guide.

Work through these checks

0 of 3 complete
01Update BIOS to apply microcode patch 0x129 or 0x12B
  1. Update BIOS to apply microcode patch 0x129 or 0x12B
What to expect

Check whether the original symptom still occurs.

If it does not help

Continue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.

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02Select 'Intel Default Settings' profile in BIOS
  1. Select 'Intel Default Settings' profile in BIOS
What to expect

Check whether the original symptom still occurs.

If it does not help

Continue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.

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03Decrease CPU core ratio multiplier by -1x or -2x in Intel XTU
  1. Decrease CPU core ratio multiplier by -1x or -2x in Intel XTU
What to expect

Check whether the original symptom still occurs.

If it does not help

Continue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.

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Possible causes

  • Excessive Vcore voltage requests
  • Elevated operating temperatures
  • Aggressive motherboard power limits (PL1/PL2 profile limits)