How to Update Intel and AMD Processor Microcode under Windows

A way to update your microcode from Windows should you be stuck waiting for an updated BIOS from the manufacturer and Windows only has old patches. Note that this is a software solution and does not modify the BIOS in anyway. Expand the description for more ▼ Requirements: You really need all tools even if you only have Intel / AMD CPU. VMware CPU Microcode Update Driver: Intel Microcodes (ensure you download latest one): AMD Microcodes (ensure you download latest one): You need to execute the install.bat as admin to copy the necessary files. A reboot is required, because the driver get&only one read out during the boot. How can I figure out which microcode version do I have e.g. under Windows? Via HWiNFO or RWEverything (see picture): Research: Mixer: Smashcast: Twitch: Twitter: Discord: GameWisp: