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'Zen 5' Microarchitecture Explained: Here Comes the Fast, Efficient AMD Ryzen 9000

AMD's new Ryzen 9000-series desktop processors will be released on July 31; until then, here are some architecture details to drool over. See everything we know so far, plus the full Ryzen 9000 lineup.

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With Its Ryzen AI 300-Series Laptop Chips, AMD Amps Up Next-Generation AI PCs

AMD's latest processors come packing pumped-up NPUs, enhanced CPU performance, and special AI features from Asus, Acer, and HP to start. Here's everything we know so far.

By Brian Westover
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It's Thread-zilla! AMD Tips Epyc 'Zen 5' Processors With Up to 192 Cores

AMD's upcoming "Turin" Epyc workstation and server chips will support up to a staggering 384 threads and be more energy-efficient than ever. Here's everything we know so far.

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Too Many Crashes? Game Developer Accuses Intel of Selling Defective CPUs

Intel's 13th and 14th generation Core desktop CPUs are causing PCs and game servers to repeatedly crash, according to Alderon Games, which says it's 'swapping all our servers to AMD.'

By Michael Kan
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AMD Buys Private AI Lab for $665M to Compete in the AI Race

US chip-maker AMD is acquiring Finnish startup Silo AI to further advance its AI plans after buying a handful of other AI firms last year.

By Kate Irwin
AMD logo on a wall at a tech conference.

AMD Investigates Possible Breach Amid Hacker’s Sale of Company Data

The stolen data allegedly includes employee and customer information, along with details on future AMD products, according to the hackers, who are trying to sell the information in a forum.

By Michael Kan
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At Computex, Chip Makers Lay Out Their Visions for the AI PC

AMD, Intel, Nvidia, and Qualcomm take different approaches to making their AI PCs stand out.

By Michael J. Miller
Lisa Su, chairwoman and CEO of Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), delivers the opening keynote speech at Computex 2024

Ryzen Rundown: Everything From AMD's Computex Keynote in 10 Minutes

In Taipei, AMD introduces new Ryzen chips for laptops and desktops and changes up the naming scheme for its processors to highlight AI-related performance.

By Michael Kan
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An AMD Mobile Reboot: New Ryzen AI 300-Series Laptop Chips Are TOPS Beasts

AMD is heavily investing in AI with its new Ryzen 9 processors, revamped NPUs, and technologies aimed at maximizing AI performance.

By Brian Westover
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AMD Unveils New Ryzen 9000 'Zen 5' Desktop Processors, X870 Chipset

Ryzen 9000 is based on new microarchitecture and backed by fresh chipsets. Plus: AM4 is 'The Socket That Would Not Die,' with two more new XT-class chips for it coming soon.

AMD Ryzen 9000 Processors

Ryzen Remix: AMD Is Changing Up Its Laptop CPU Names (Again)

Making sense of the new Ryzen mobile chips debuting at Computex requires an all-new decoder guide. Here it is.

By John Burek
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US Won't Impose Tariffs on Graphics Cards From China for Another Year

The US Trade Representative will exempt graphics cards from the Trump-era tariffs to give companies more time to shift manufacturing away from China.

By Michael Kan
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A big.LITTLE Problem: AMD Needs to Hustle to Top Intel, Arm on Hybrid Chip Designs

Recent Intel and Qualcomm processor efforts, built around high-speed and low-power cores, look like winners. Where's AMD's take on the concept?

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ASRock AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT Phantom Gaming 16GB OC Review

4.0

ASRock's take on the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT has an excellent thermal solution and performs well for the money. It's a solid 1440p gaming pick, and a real winner if you find it on sale.

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AMD: Gaming Demand Is Weak, Going to Get Worse

AMD, which makes chips for the PS5, Xbox, and Steam Deck, reports a 48% year-over-year drop in gaming revenue for Q1.

By Michael Kan
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AMD Ryzen 5 8600G Review

4.0
Editors' Choice

AMD's Ryzen 5 8600G isn't the most muscular CPU you can buy, but it drives competitive integrated-graphics performance for its price. It's an ideal chip for budget gaming PCs.

AMD Ryzen 5 8600G

AMD's Ryzen 8000 Pro Chips Bring AI to Business Laptops, Desktops

AMD says its new business-class chips promise to beat rival processors from Intel, including its 'Meteor Lake' Core Ultra chips.

By Michael Kan
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China Plans to Ditch Intel, AMD Chips in Telecom Networks

China makes another move toward phasing out all foreign chips, this time targeting its telecom infrastructure as China's semiconductor rivalry with the US continues.

By Kate Irwin
Motherboard half-painted with Chinese flag with four CPUs scattered on top of it.

How to Update Your Nvidia and AMD Drivers For Better GPU Performance

Updating your Nvidia or AMD drivers will get you the latest features and can also help fix graphical issues and performance hits.

By Alan Bradley
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China Reportedly Phasing Out Intel, AMD Chips From Government Computers

New purchasing rules are making it harder for Chinese government agencies to procure computers with US-made chips, according to The Financial Times.

By Michael Kan
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