Intel, Windows and CPU

A Windows 11 update has tanked performance on some Intel CPUs — Here's what it means for you
Windows 11 version 24H2 has been no stranger to performance and compatibility issues on certain processors, like the Intel Smart Sound Technology driver flaw that caused blue screen errors for certain Intel 11th Gen processors.
It looks like Microsoft might have broken Windows 11 24H2 again as performance plummets with Intel's latest CPUs
As spotted by Neowin, two of the most recent Windows 11 24H2 patches (KB5050094 and KB5051987) have caused crashing and instability problems. Neowin forum user kiddingguy first observed game crashes with the latest update halting The Settlers: New Allies in Ubisoft Connect, but others have experienced far worse issues since.
Windows 11 24H2 Performance Tanks With Latest Intel Core Ultra CPUs After Update
According to its updated CPU support list, Microsoft officially supports the Intel Ultra 9 285K on Windows 11 24H2. However, the issue doesn't seem to affect older supported Intel processors like the i9-12900K or AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X.
Latest Windows 11 update slows Intel’s newest desktop processors
Microsoft’s latest (KB5050094 and KB5051987) updates are causing some serious performance issues, especially for users, as . The updates interfere with CPU speeds when a user minimizes a program or the app is out of focus.
Microsoft updates Windows 11 CPU support for OEM systems to include 8th to 10th Gen Intel CPUs
Microsoft relisted the Intel 8th, 9th, and 10th Gen CPUs it had previously removed from the list of Windows 11-supported CPUs.
Intel processors for company PCs and notebooks are now coming
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MWC 2025: Intel Expands Core Ultra Series 2 for Commercial AI PCs
At MWC 2025 today, Intel announced an expansion of the Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processor family with vPro management capabilities.
Latest Windows 11 AI & Security Update Slowing Some Intel Processors
Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 update is reportedly throwing up major problems for Intel’s newest Core Ultra 9 285K desktop ...
Razer Launches Blade 18 (2025) Laptop with Dual-Mode 440Hz display, RTX 5090 & Core Ultra 9 275HX
Razer has launched the Blade 18 (2025), its most powerful laptop to date, designed for gamers and creative professionals. The ...