AMD is gearing up for a major technology showcase at its ‘Advancing AI 2024’ event on October 10th, promising the unveiling of the new EPYC ‘Turin’ CPU, Instinct MI325X AI accelerator, and Ryzen AI 300 PRO series CPUs. This event follows AMD’s recent Zen 5 reveal and underscores the company’s commitment to innovation in the AI and high-performance computing space.
AMD has launched the Ryzen 5 7600X3D, a new Zen 4 CPU with 3D V-Cache, but it comes with a hefty price tag and limited availability. The new chip is an exclusive to Micro Center and Mindfactory in Germany. Meanwhile, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D, the current top gaming CPU, seems to be disappearing from the market, raising questions about AMD’s strategy.
AMD’s Ryzen 7600X3D, a 3D V-Cache processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, is now available exclusively at Micro Center. This 6-core processor, designed for gaming performance, is priced at $299.99, making it a premium option compared to the standard Ryzen 7600X. While the 7600X3D offers significant gaming performance gains, its limited availability and high price may deter some buyers.
MSI has released a new BIOS update for AM5 motherboards that unlocks a new overclocking mode for AMD’s Ryzen 9000 processors, leading to a significant performance increase. This new mode boosts power consumption by 60% and results in a 13% improvement in multi-core performance in benchmarks, although the impact on gaming performance is likely to be smaller.
A new Windows 11 update delivers significant performance improvements for AMD Ryzen 7000 and 9000 series processors, specifically in gaming. This update, previously exclusive to the Windows 11 24H2 preview, now makes its way to the current Windows 11 23H2 version, offering a free performance boost for gamers.
AMD has unveiled its latest Zen 5 architecture, bringing significant performance improvements across its Ryzen AI 300 series, Ryzen 9000 series, and EPYC CPUs. This latest iteration focuses on increased performance, AI acceleration, and energy efficiency, pushing the boundaries of modern computing.
This article compares the performance of AMD’s Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and Intel’s Core Ultra 9 185H processors in the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 gaming laptop. Despite using a smaller power envelope and fewer cores, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 consistently outperforms the Core Ultra 9 185H in both productivity apps and gaming benchmarks.
Microcenter is offering free RAM kits with select AMD Ryzen 9000 series CPUs, making these processors even more attractive for budget-conscious PC builders. The deals include the Ryzen 7 9700X with 32GB of G.SKILL Flare X5 series DDR5-6000 memory and the Ryzen 5 9600X with 16GB of the same memory.
AMD’s Ryzen 9000 processors, the latest generation of its CPUs, have received a lukewarm reception. While AMD has been a powerhouse in the CPU market for the past seven years, its latest offerings seem to lack the impressive performance gains and pricing advantages that have made its chips so popular. This article explores the factors contributing to this shift, including underwhelming IPC gains, delayed 3D V-Cache adoption, and pricing strategies that make last-gen CPUs more appealing.
AMD is reportedly preparing to release the Ryzen 5 5500X3D, a new processor featuring 3D V-Cache technology. This mid-range CPU aims to offer gamers a more affordable entry point into the world of 3D V-Cache performance without the need for an expensive upgrade to the AM5 platform. The Ryzen 5 5500X3D is expected to be a compelling option for budget-conscious gamers looking to enhance their gaming experience.
