FTR, I never update the BIOS just because a new one is out there unless it addresses a specific problem I am having. The exception is with a new build and new model (Rev 1.0) motherboard. I will update it then, then generally leave it after that. By far, most BIOS updates simply add support for new CPUs (and sometimes RAM) that came out after the board left the factory.
While flashing the BIOS is much safer today than in the past, a failed BIOS update can still brick a motherboard. Bad timing with a sudden power outage, for example, can corrupt a BIOS update. And sadly, in some extreme cases, you cannot always roll back. Not good if the warranty as expired - and still very inconvenient when the warranty is still good.
An installed BIOS that has been working fine rarely ever suddenly becomes corrupt.
This latest update says it "improves system stability". But I note those posters at overclockers are reporting "memory performance gains" at the same CPU clock speed. One does not automatically lead to the other.
if methodology by that person was correct (can't see how it could be wrong though)!
Was a common methodology even stated?
If it ain't broke, don't fix it! If not having problems, and not upgrading to a new CPU not supported in the current BIOS version, I would just leave it be.
As always, changelog is very vague…
Yeah, and I think that is pretty sad, if not inconsiderate or even irresponsible - especially from a major player like ASUS who has the resources to set the example and bar at the top. If those change logs gave specifics, I would certainly be more inclined to update.