It appears AMD is working on an update for its EXPO memory technology, as references to a new version called EXPO 1.20 have been spotted in the latest HWiNFO v8.35 beta release. While AMD hasn’t made any official announcement, the presence of EXPO 1.20 in a widely used system monitoring tool suggests that development is already underway behind the scenes.
The EXPO 1.20 reference was quietly added to the HWiNFO beta changelog without any explanation from AMD. Based on the available information, this update currently only allows software tools to correctly identify and display the new EXPO profile version tag embedded in DDR5 memory modules. At this stage, the change seems limited to profile recognition rather than enabling any new performance features.
AMD EXPO, which stands for Extended Profiles for Overclocking, is a one-click DDR5 memory tuning feature designed for Ryzen processors on the AM5 platform. It allows memory kits to run at tested high speeds without requiring manual configuration, similar to Intel’s XMP profiles. Since EXPO data is stored directly on the memory modules, system tools need to be updated to correctly read new profile formats as DDR5 technology evolves.
Experts suggest that EXPO 1.20 doesn’t immediately bring any improvements to memory speed, stability, or overclocking performance. Any real-world benefits will likely only come through future BIOS updates, AGESA firmware changes, or official documentation released by AMD. For now, users shouldn’t expect any visible changes in their systems.
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Some industry discussions have linked EXPO 1.20 to new DDR5 memory designs, including CUDIMM modules that feature onboard clock drivers for improved signal stability at very high speeds. However, there is currently no confirmation that EXPO 1.20 itself enables CUDIMM support. Motherboard partners suggest that full support for such memory technology is more likely to arrive with future Ryzen platforms, potentially around 2026.
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The early arrival of EXPO 1.20 aligns with AMD’s typical development pattern, where software and tooling support are prepared well in advance of major hardware releases. With upcoming Ryzen processors and faster DDR5 memory kits expected in the coming years, improving memory profile handling beforehand helps ensure smoother platform transitions and better out-of-the-box compatibility.
Currently, AMD has not shared any timeline or feature details for EXPO 1.20. Until official announcements or firmware updates are released, this update should be viewed as a preparatory step rather than a performance upgrade. Nevertheless, its detection in HWiNFO confirms that AMD is actively working on improving DDR5 memory support on the AM5 platform.
Source: HWiNFO Forum
