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AMD has confirmed its range of Ryzen 8000 series CPUs based on its Zen 5 will launch sometime in 2024. It will include Navi 3.5 graphics and use the AM5 socket.

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AMD teases 'really cool differentiators' for next-gen Zen 5-based CPUs with 3D V-Cache techAMD teases 'really cool differentiators' for next-gen Zen 5-based CPUs with 3D V-Cache tech

AMD teases it has 'a lot to say' about X3D processors based on Zen 5 with upcoming Ryzen 9000 series CPUs with next-gen 3D V-Cache technology.

AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 with RDNA 3.5, up to 60% faster GPU compared to Snapdragon X EliteAMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 with RDNA 3.5, up to 60% faster GPU compared to Snapdragon X Elite

Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 with RDNA 3.5 gaming performance is looking good, outperforming the Snapdragon X Elite and Intel Core Ultra 185H.

AMD X870 and X870E motherboard chipsets for AM5 and Zen 5 - USB 4, Gen5, and faster DDR5 memoryAMD X870 and X870E motherboard chipsets for AM5 and Zen 5 - USB 4, Gen5, and faster DDR5 memory

AMD's new X870 and X870E chipset for Ryzen introduces and expands AMD EXPO memory overclocking for faster DDR5, just in time for Zen 5.

AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series for AI PCs announced, 'World's Best Processor for Copilot+ PCs'AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series for AI PCs announced, 'World's Best Processor for Copilot+ PCs'

Powered by Zen 5, XDNA 2, and RDNA 3.5, the 'World's Best Processor for Copilot+ PCs' launch in July with the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and the Ryzen AI 9 365.

AMD Ryzen 9000 Series confirmed, 16% IPC uplift Zen 5 CPUs launching July 2024AMD Ryzen 9000 Series confirmed, 16% IPC uplift Zen 5 CPUs launching July 2024

After months of leaks and rumors AMD has delidded Zen 5 and the new Ryzen 9000 Series of desktop CPUs launching this July led by the flagship Ryzen 9 9950X.

AMD Ryzen 9950X, 9900X, 9700X, 9600X specs leaked ahead of Computex - flagship CPU hits 5.7GHzAMD Ryzen 9950X, 9900X, 9700X, 9600X specs leaked ahead of Computex - flagship CPU hits 5.7GHz

The Ryzen 9 9950X processor will seemingly boost up to 5.7GHz with a 170W TDP, and we've had specs from two separate leaks at this point.

AMD rumored to skip 700 series motherboards for Zen 5, new flagship X870 on the wayAMD rumored to skip 700 series motherboards for Zen 5, new flagship X870 on the way

AMD is reportedly skipping over the 700 series chipset naming for Zen 5 boards, 800 series and flagship X870 motherboards are on the way.

AMD's next-gen Strix Point APU renamed again: Ryzen AI 300 series to fight Intel Core Ultra 200AMD's next-gen Strix Point APU renamed again: Ryzen AI 300 series to fight Intel Core Ultra 200

AMD's next-gen Zen 5 architecture launches with AMD Ryzen 9000 series, no wait... Ryzen AI 100 series... no wait, now it's Ryzen AI 300 series naming.

Windows 11's new Copilot+ AI features like Recall can be enabled without needing an NPUWindows 11's new Copilot+ AI features like Recall can be enabled without needing an NPU

Microsoft's new AI-powered Recall feature on Copilot+ PCs doesn't require an NPU like the company says, developer shows it working WITHOUT an NPU.

AMD 'Strix Halo' Zen 5 mobile APU pictured: chiplet-based, integrated GPU is powerfulAMD 'Strix Halo' Zen 5 mobile APU pictured: chiplet-based, integrated GPU is powerful

AMD's next-gen Zen 5-based 'Strix Halo' APU pictured: chiplet-based Zen 5 chip uses 256-bit LPDDR5X, RDNA 3+ GPU with massive 40 Compute Units.

Intel confirms next-gen Arrow Lake CPUs for desktop and laptops launch for Q4 2024Intel confirms next-gen Arrow Lake CPUs for desktop and laptops launch for Q4 2024

Intel confirms its next-generation Arrow Lake-S, Arrow Lake-HX, and Arrow Lake-X CPUs for desktop and laptops are on track for Q4 2024 launch.

Microsoft intros Copilot+ PCs for 'AI PC' era: Copilot+ AI PCs need 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD, NPUMicrosoft intros Copilot+ PCs for 'AI PC' era: Copilot+ AI PCs need 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD, NPU

Microsoft announces Copilot+ PCs with built-in AI hardware: Qualcomm is first with Snapdragon X, Intel Lunar Lake and AMD Zen 5 AI PCs later this year.

AMD launches new Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 5 8400F processors without integrated graphicsAMD launches new Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 5 8400F processors without integrated graphics

The new AMD Ryzen 8000-F Series of processors are here and designed for affordable entry-level gaming, but unlike the G Series you'll need a GPU.

Windows 10 support expected to end with AMD's next-generation CPUsWindows 10 support expected to end with AMD's next-generation CPUs

A new report states that AMD will stop offering support for Windows 10 when it releases its new Zen 5 CPU platform, expected to launch later this year.

AMD's high-end Ryzen AI 'Strix Halo' APUs spotted: 16C/32T Zen 5, 120W TDP, 64GB memoryAMD's high-end Ryzen AI 'Strix Halo' APUs spotted: 16C/32T Zen 5, 120W TDP, 64GB memory

AMD's high-end Ryzen AI 'Strix Halo' APUs have been spotted in a new shipping manifesto: up to 120W TDP, up to 64GB memory, 16C/32T of Zen 5 CPU power.

AMD Ryzen AI 165 'Strix Point' APU teased with 10 cores based on next-gen Zen 5AMD Ryzen AI 165 'Strix Point' APU teased with 10 cores based on next-gen Zen 5

AMD's next-gen Zen 5 architecture launches with the mobile-focused Strix Point APU, with the new Ryzen AI 165 'Strix Point' APU spotted with 10 cores.

AMD Ryzen 9000 CPUs rumored to only have 10% IPC boost - but let's not panic over Zen 5 yetAMD Ryzen 9000 CPUs rumored to only have 10% IPC boost - but let's not panic over Zen 5 yet

We'll need more seasoning than usual with this claim from out of left-field that Zen 5 processors will only usher in a 10% generational IPC increase.

AMD gains desktop CPU market share over Intel thanks to desktop Ryzen and server EPYC demandAMD gains desktop CPU market share over Intel thanks to desktop Ryzen and server EPYC demand

AMD is closing the gap in the CPU space, cites growing demand for 4th Gen EPYC and Ryzen 8000 Series processors for recent growth.

ASUS plans 14 next-gen ROG, TUF, ProArt laptops with AMD's new Zen 5-based Strix Point APUsASUS plans 14 next-gen ROG, TUF, ProArt laptops with AMD's new Zen 5-based Strix Point APUs

ASUS is planning a total of 14 next-gen ROG, TUF, and ProArt laptops powered by AMD's next-generation Zen 5-based 'Strix Point' APUs.

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 with 12-Core AMD 'Strix Point' processor and GeForce RTX 4070 comingASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 with 12-Core AMD 'Strix Point' processor and GeForce RTX 4070 coming

AMD's Ryzen 'Strix Point' is coming to ASUS's new Zephyrus G16 for 2024 in Ryzen AI 9 HX 170 form - and it'll be paired with a GeForce RTX 4070.

Lenovo teases AMD's next-gen Ryzen 8050 Strix Point APU inside its ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 laptopLenovo teases AMD's next-gen Ryzen 8050 Strix Point APU inside its ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 laptop

Lenovo teases its new ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 laptop with 'Ryzen 8050' in its marketing: teasing the Zen 5-based Ryzen 8050 series 'Strix Point' APU from AMD.

AMD's new Strix Point APU are reportedly called Ryzen AI 9 HX 170, big name changes with Zen 5AMD's new Strix Point APU are reportedly called Ryzen AI 9 HX 170, big name changes with Zen 5

AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 170 processor spotted in ASUS's new VivoBook S16 laptop: new naming scheme for Ryzen CPUs, just like Intel with Core Ultra.

Intel Arrow Lake CPUs might be revealed in Q3 - running interference with Ryzen 9000 launch?Intel Arrow Lake CPUs might be revealed in Q3 - running interference with Ryzen 9000 launch?

With some more pessimistic chatter about Core Ultra 200 desktop processors in recent times, is Intel going to fire up the hype machine early?

AMD's next-gen Strix Halo LP teased: 6-8 cores, 20 CUs, perfect for next-gen gaming handheldsAMD's next-gen Strix Halo LP teased: 6-8 cores, 20 CUs, perfect for next-gen gaming handhelds

AMD's next-gen Strix Halo APUs detailed: Strix 'Best' has 8, 12, or 16 cores with 40 CUs and RTX 4070-like performance on the way.

AMD Ryzen 9050 'Strix Halo' APU leak: 16 Zen5 CPU cores, RDNA 3.5 GPU, 32MB of MALL cacheAMD Ryzen 9050 'Strix Halo' APU leak: 16 Zen5 CPU cores, RDNA 3.5 GPU, 32MB of MALL cache

AMD's next-gen Ryzen CPUs teased with Strix Point and Strix Halo details leaked: Strix Point has 12C/24T of Zen 5, Strix Halo has 16C/32T of Zen 5.

GIGABYTE confirms AMD Ryzen 9000 Series processors are coming soonGIGABYTE confirms AMD Ryzen 9000 Series processors are coming soon

GIGABYTE confirms the Ryzen 9000 Series naming for Zen 5 in a new post announcing the release of a new BIOS update for its AM5 motherboards.

AMD's top Strix Point Halo APU could have 16 Zen 5 cores in 2 x CCDs, mirroring Ryzen 9000 CPUsAMD's top Strix Point Halo APU could have 16 Zen 5 cores in 2 x CCDs, mirroring Ryzen 9000 CPUs

Same chiplets that are in AMD's Ryzen 9000 desktop CPUs might be employed in the flagship Strix Point Halo APU, with a pair of 8-core CCDs.

Ready for Zen 5? MSI has dropped a heavy hint that AMD's next-gen Ryzen CPUs could arrive soonReady for Zen 5? MSI has dropped a heavy hint that AMD's next-gen Ryzen CPUs could arrive soon

ASUS has also made an official mention of next-gen Ryzen chips, suggesting they're about to turn up, with a potential reveal at Computex.

AMD may release its next-gen Zen 5 desktop processors very soonAMD may release its next-gen Zen 5 desktop processors very soon

AMD's next-generation Zen 5 CPUs could be released very soon, as another motherboard vendor has added support for what are likely Ryzen 9000 CPUs.

MSI's new AGESA update adds support for AMD's next-gen Zen 5-based Ryzen 9000 series CPUsMSI's new AGESA update adds support for AMD's next-gen Zen 5-based Ryzen 9000 series CPUs

MSI MPG B650 Carbon Wi-Fi motherboard gets AGESA ComboPi 1.1.7.0 update, which supports AMD's next-gen Zen 5-based Ryzen 9000 series CPUs.

AMD Strix Point APU with RDNA 3+ graphics could come close to NVIDIA RTX 3050 GPU's performanceAMD Strix Point APU with RDNA 3+ graphics could come close to NVIDIA RTX 3050 GPU's performance

APUs which can get close to matching the power of a discrete GPU like NVIDIA's RTX 3050? They're inbound with Strix Point if the rumor mill is right.

AMD Ryzen 9 9950X CPU tested: Zen 5 chip is 46% faster in Cinebench R24 than Ryzen 9 7950XAMD Ryzen 9 9950X CPU tested: Zen 5 chip is 46% faster in Cinebench R24 than Ryzen 9 7950X

AMD's next-generation Zen 5-powered Ryzen 9 9950X processor: 16-core, 32-thread Zen 5 chip is 46% faster in multi-threaded Cinebench R24 benchmark.

Leak suggests AMD Zen 5 CPUs will be called Ryzen 9000Leak suggests AMD Zen 5 CPUs will be called Ryzen 9000

We've caught a first glimpse of what seems to be AMD's next-gen Ryzen 9000 processors based on the Zen 5 architecture, and hopefully due in Q3.

AMD Strix Point APUs rumored to have been debuffed by AI - kind ofAMD Strix Point APUs rumored to have been debuffed by AI - kind of

AMD's original plan to have a beefy SLC got changed to accommodate a huge AI Engine block, given the need for speedier AI acceleration.

AMD's APUs rumored to be sticking with RDNA 3+ integrated GPUs until 2027 - at leastAMD's APUs rumored to be sticking with RDNA 3+ integrated GPUs until 2027 - at least

When RDNA 3+ debuts for AMD APUs, it'll be with us for a long time, at least if the latest rumor from a well-known leaker is correct.

Intel layoffs hit the Sales and Marketing division, as AMD cooks up its new Zen 5 CPUsIntel layoffs hit the Sales and Marketing division, as AMD cooks up its new Zen 5 CPUs

Intel kicks off its restructuring plans, with reported layoffs occuring within the Sales and Marketing division, but Intel Foundry Services is all good.

AMD's next-gen Zen 5 'Granite Ridge' CPU spotted in the flesh: 8 cores, 16 threads of Zen 5AMD's next-gen Zen 5 'Granite Ridge' CPU spotted in the flesh: 8 cores, 16 threads of Zen 5

AMD's next-gen Ryzen 9000 series 'Granite Ridge' desktop ES processor spotted: 8 cores and 16 threads of next-gen Zen 5 isn't far away.

AMD's next-gen Zen 5 to get 15-25% average IPC uplift, 'will NOT be close to 40%' rumorsAMD's next-gen Zen 5 to get 15-25% average IPC uplift, 'will NOT be close to 40%' rumors

AMD's next-gen Zen 5 won't have a monster 40% IPC improvement, recent leaks suggest somewhere in the 'teens or low to mid-twenties'.

ASUS AM5 mobos get next-gen Zen 5 'Granite Ridge' CPU support with new BIOSASUS AM5 mobos get next-gen Zen 5 'Granite Ridge' CPU support with new BIOS

ASUS AM5 motherboards based on the X670E chipset get updated with new AMD AGESA 1.1.7.0 BIOS updates, adds support for next-gen Zen 5 'Granite Ridge' CPUs.

AMD Zen 5 CPU leak shows 40% 'core for core' performance uplift - but let's not get excited yetAMD Zen 5 CPU leak shows 40% 'core for core' performance uplift - but let's not get excited yet

Zen 5 is set to be 40% faster than current Ryzen 7000 processors? That's the latest lofty expectation for AMD's next-gen CPUs raised via the rumor mill.

AMD's new Ryzen 'Granite Ridge' desktop CPUs with Zen 5 appear in shipping manifestoAMD's new Ryzen 'Granite Ridge' desktop CPUs with Zen 5 appear in shipping manifesto

AMD's next-gen 'Granite Ridge' desktop CPUs powered by Zen 5 in 6-core and 8-core processor variants spotted, with 170W TDP designs.

TSMC gets 3nm orders from Apple, Intel and AMD: for iPhone 16, Lunar Lake CPUs and Zen 5 CPUsTSMC gets 3nm orders from Apple, Intel and AMD: for iPhone 16, Lunar Lake CPUs and Zen 5 CPUs

TSMC's new 3nm process node has Apple, Intel, and AMD as customers: A18 inside iPhone 16, M4 laptop chip, Intel Lunar Lake, and AMD Zen 5 all on 3nm.

AMD's next-gen EPYC 9845 'Turin' CPU: 160 cores, 320 threads with 640MB cache, 500W powerAMD's next-gen EPYC 9845 'Turin' CPU: 160 cores, 320 threads with 640MB cache, 500W power

AMD's next-gen EPYC 'Turin' CPU details leaked: Zen 5 and Zen 5c processors with up to 160 cores and 320 threads, 640MB cache, 500W TDP.

AMD reconfirms Zen 5-powered Strix Point APUs launching in 2024, RDNA 3+ and XDNA 2 confirmedAMD reconfirms Zen 5-powered Strix Point APUs launching in 2024, RDNA 3+ and XDNA 2 confirmed

AMD hosted its AI PC Innovation Summit in Beijing recently, confirming RDNA 3+ is coming with their next-gen Strix Point APUs featuring Zen 5.

Intel's next-gen Arrow Lake-H, extreme laptop CPU pictured: CPU, GPU, SoC, I/O Tile teasedIntel's next-gen Arrow Lake-H, extreme laptop CPU pictured: CPU, GPU, SoC, I/O Tile teased

Intel's next-gen Arrow Lake-H extreme laptop CPU spotted: 24-core CPU, on-board Arc GPU, SoC Tile, and I/O Tile all smile for the (leaked) camera.

Intel has 'A LOT' riding on next-gen Arrow Lake APUs, could be delayed into 2025Intel has 'A LOT' riding on next-gen Arrow Lake APUs, could be delayed into 2025

Intel has a considerable amount weighing on the success of its next-gen Arrow Lake CPUs, which will be fighting AMD's next-gen Zen 5 processors.

AMD's Ryzen 8000G with integrated Radeon graphics outperforms China's Moore Threads MTT S80 GPUAMD's Ryzen 8000G with integrated Radeon graphics outperforms China's Moore Threads MTT S80 GPU

Even after driver updates the Chinese-made Moore Threads MTT S80 GPU fails to match the performance of AMD's Ryzen APU line-up with integrated graphics.

AMD's next-gen Zen 6 APU codenamed 'Sound Wave' teased, made on TSMC 3nm nodeAMD's next-gen Zen 6 APU codenamed 'Sound Wave' teased, made on TSMC 3nm node

AMD's next-gen Sound Wave APUs teased for 2026: new Zen 6 architecture and new RDNA 5 architecture, both ready for the future of AMD Ryzen APUs.

AMD CEO Lisa Su confirmed for opening Computex keynote - so prepare for a big Zen 5 CPU reveal?AMD CEO Lisa Su confirmed for opening Computex keynote - so prepare for a big Zen 5 CPU reveal?

We can hope to see a Zen 5 launch, but that might just be an initial unveiling, given that next-gen Ryzen desktop CPUs may not arrive until later in 2024.

AMD's next-gen Zen 6 'Medusa' CPUs reportedly launching with integrated RDNA 5 GPUAMD's next-gen Zen 6 'Medusa' CPUs reportedly launching with integrated RDNA 5 GPU

AMD's next-gen Zen 6 'Medusa' client CPU will feature next-gen RDNA 5 integrated GPU, skipping RDNA 4, and 2.5D interconnect with much higher bandwidth.

AMD Zen 5 reviews
Ace Magician AMR5 Ace Magician AMR5 "Ryzen 5800U" Mini PC Review

Ace Magician's AMR5 is a decent enough Mini PC with a few tradeoffs for its lower cost, but for the home office or entry-level gaming, you could do worse.

AMD Ryzen 5 7600X AMD Ryzen 5 7600X "Zen 4" CPU Review

As the entry-level processor for AMD's new Zen 4 range of processor debuting today, the Ryzen 5 7600X CPU shines on day one. Join us as we investigate.

Allied Patriot-A Gaming PC Review: Ryzen 5 5600X + RTX 3070 8GB LHRAllied Patriot-A Gaming PC Review: Ryzen 5 5600X + RTX 3070 8GB LHR

Allied Gaming's first PC to review is the Patriot-A: mid-range grunt for $2299 AUD that games beautifully at 1080p/1440p 120FPS.

AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and Ryzen 7 5700G APU ReviewAMD Ryzen 5 5600G and Ryzen 7 5700G APU Review

Zen 3 powered APUs are here in the Ryzen 5 5600G and Ryzen 7 5700G, but did AMD drop the ball? Join us as we put them to the test.

AMD Ryzen 5 5600X (Zen 3) CPU ReviewAMD Ryzen 5 5600X (Zen 3) CPU Review

AMD is also releasing mid-range Zen 3 today in the Ryzen 5 5600X processor. Grab a drink and join us as we take a close look.

AMD Ryzen 7 2700 and Ryzen 5 2600 ReviewAMD Ryzen 7 2700 and Ryzen 5 2600 Review

If you are looking for a CPU with excellent price-to-performance value, and you like to tinker, then give the Ryzen 5 2600 and Ryzen 7 2700 a look.

AMD Ryzen 7 2700X and Ryzen 5 2600X ReviewAMD Ryzen 7 2700X and Ryzen 5 2600X Review

AMD increases the threat against Intel with their new Ryzen 7 2700X and Ryzen 5 2600X processors.

AMD Ryzen 3 2200G and Ryzen 5 2400G ReviewAMD Ryzen 3 2200G and Ryzen 5 2400G Review

We run AMD's Raven Ridge through some testing, finally we have integrated graphics that can play actual games at reasonable resolutions.

AMD Ryzen 5 1600 and Ryzen 5 1400 CPU ReviewAMD Ryzen 5 1600 and Ryzen 5 1400 CPU Review

We finally get some time to analyze AMD's Ryzen 5 1600 and Ryzen 5 1400 processors. Should you consider them for a lower-end build? Let's see.

AMD Ryzen 5 1600X and 1500X CPU ReviewAMD Ryzen 5 1600X and 1500X CPU Review

AMD today takes the covers off its next two Ryzen processors, the 1600X and 1500X. These cheaper CPUs still manage to pack a fairly good punch.

AMD Zen 5 Ask the Experts
Which CPU upgrade should I consider from the AMD Ryzen 5 2600X?Which CPU upgrade should I consider from the AMD Ryzen 5 2600X?

Ask the Experts: Anthony is looking at upgrading his AMD Ryzen 5 2600X CPU to something better. We offer our advice on the topic.

Having trouble getting display output from new Ryzen 5 gaming PC buildHaving trouble getting display output from new Ryzen 5 gaming PC build

Ask the Experts: Rayne is having trouble getting any display output to his monitor on his newly build AMD Ryzen 5 gaming PC build.

What is the best memory kit for use with AMD Ryzen 5 and ASUS B550?What is the best memory kit for use with AMD Ryzen 5 and ASUS B550?

Ask the Experts: Handy from Indonesia is trying to decide what is the best memory for his Ryzen 5 5600X and ASUS B550 system.

Should I buy an AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or Intel Core i3 10th Gen CPU?Should I buy an AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or Intel Core i3 10th Gen CPU?

Ask the Experts: Shah from Pakistan is weighing up whether to buy an AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or Intel Core i3 10th Gen processor.

Best gaming GPU to be paired with new AMD Ryzen 5600X-based computer?Best gaming GPU to be paired with new AMD Ryzen 5600X-based computer?

Ask the Experts: Roberto just built an AMD Ryzen 5600X-based system and is wondering what graphics card he should pick for it.

Should I buy 3200MHz or 3600MHz RAM for use with AMD's Ryzen 5 5600X?Should I buy 3200MHz or 3600MHz RAM for use with AMD's Ryzen 5 5600X?

Ask the Experts: Peter from the UK is on the market for some memory to use with an AMD Ryzen 5 CPU and wants to know what to buy.

Which GPU should I match with the upcoming AMD Ryzen 5600X CPU?Which GPU should I match with the upcoming AMD Ryzen 5600X CPU?

Ask the Experts: Eddie wants to know which graphics card would be best paired with the upcoming Ryzen 5600X CPU from AMD.

Which power supply should I buy for new AMD Ryzen 5 2600X build?Which power supply should I buy for new AMD Ryzen 5 2600X build?

Ask the Experts: Peter is building a new AMD rig soon but is unsure which PSU he should select, we try to help out.

What RAM should go with AMD Ryzen 5 3600X and GTX 1660?What RAM should go with AMD Ryzen 5 3600X and GTX 1660?

Ask the Experts: Connor is building a new rig with an AMD Ryzen 5 3600X and GeForce GTX 1660 and asks what kind of DDR4 memory would be the best fit.

Intel Core i5 9400 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 CPU, which one?Intel Core i5 9400 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 CPU, which one?

Ask the Experts: Tim is looking for a new CPU without overclocking, should he go AMD or Intel? Let's see what Tyler has to say.