The next wave of Ryzen 9000X3D series processors are just around the corner, with new CPUs expected in January.
Read More »AMD Krackan Point APU appears in the Geekbench database
AMD's next-gen Ryzen AI 300 series APUs are on the horizon, and a fresh Geekbench leak has given us a sneak peek at the entry-level “Krackan” chip. An Asus laptop running a Krackan engineering sample has surfaced online, confirming the rumoured 6-core configuration with a 4GHz boost clock. The benchmark …
Read More »First AMD UDNA GPUs expected in 2026
AMD's unreleased UDNA GPU architecture is back in the news, with a fresh leak suggesting a Q2 2026 release for the first gaming GPUs based on this new unified design. Chiphell leaker Zhangzhonghao (via Wccftech) claims that AMD is ditching the separate RDNA (after RDNA4) and CDNA architectures in favour of a single …
Read More »AMD x86 desktop CPU market share hits eight-year high
AMD has made some significant gains in the x86 desktop CPU market, hitting a new record high with just under 29% total market share.
Read More »AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Review
At long last, the 9800X3D is here and it is the king of gaming processors
Read More »Gigabyte X870E Aorus Elite WiFi7 Review
Leo checks out the X870E Aorus Elite WiFi7, priced under £300
Read More »AMD FSR 4 is in the works for Call of Duty Black Ops 6
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is set to be the first major game to utilise AMD's upcoming FSR 4 technology.
Read More »AMD CEO Lisa Su confirms RDNA 4 for early 2025
AMD has kept much of its plans for next-generation GPUs under wraps. Aside from rumours and leaks, gamers looking into future enhancements get little information from official sources. However, during AMD's Q3 2024 earnings call, CEO Lisa Su said that RDNA 4 would be available in early 2025, the first …
Read More »AMD launches Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor at $479
AMD kicks off the rollout of its 3D V-Cache equipped Ryzen 9000X3D CPUs with the Ryzen 7 9800X3D. This is an 8-core, 16-thread chip utilising Zen 5 and AMD's 2nd generation 3D V-Cache technology.
Read More »Nvidia RTX 50-powered laptops may use older Intel and AMD CPU architectures
A recent leak has stirred up discussions regarding the gaming laptop market expected for 2025. According to a recent report, many upcoming laptops featuring the next-generation RTX 50 series graphics cards might not be powered by the latest Intel and AMD processors in favour of older CPU architectures. The report …
Read More »AMD AGESA update brings “Turbo” mode to Ryzen 9000 series CPUs
We are supposedly a few days away from the debut of the new Ryzen 9000X3D series, but motherboard suppliers are already working on launching new features for the upcoming CPUs. A fresh BIOS update with the revised AGESA 1.2.0.2a microcode was launched, introducing a new “Turbo” mode for Ryzen 9000 …
Read More »AMD Ryzen 9000X3D CPUs to have the 3D V-Cache below the CCD, unlike predecessors
AMD is gearing up to launch its eagerly anticipated Ryzen 9000X3D series, slated for release in two weeks. These next-generation processors are expected to include up to two chipsets, each housing eight cores, just like the previous X3D series. However, it looks like things are changing with the new 9000X3D …
Read More »AMD launches new Ryzen 5000 CPUs
The AM4 socket has seen an extended wave of support from AMD with the addition of newly refreshed Ryzen 5000 series processors.
Read More »AMD Ryzen Z2 APU to pack up to 8 CPU cores and 16 GPU CUs
According to one leaker, Ryzen Z2 chips will offer up to 8 CPU cores, paired with 16 RDNA 3.5 GPU cores. The first Ryzen Z2 devices are coming in 2025.
Read More »AMD reportedly launching two new Ryzen 5 5600 series CPUs
AMD is reportedly expanding its AM4 platform with two new Ryzen 5 5600 series CPUs, as seen by fresh listings on motherboard sites. Each manufacturer has a list of compatible CPUs for each motherboard and BIOS version, and these lists now include the Ryzen 5600T and 5600XT, both of which are 6C/12T processors.
Read More »AMD confirms Ryzen 9000X3D for November
AMD launched its first wave of Ryzen 9000 series desktop processors earlier this year, but many gamers have been holding off for the X3D-equipped versions. Typically, the 3D V-Cache in X3D processors leads to better gaming performance. Soon, AMD will launch its first Zen 5 X3D CPUs.
Read More »Maxsun leak reveals AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU specs
Fresh details on the Ryzen 7 9800X3D have leaked, this time via hardware company, Maxsun. Support pages revealed key specs of AMD's new CPU.
Read More »AMD Strix Halo chips to launch as Ryzen AI Max 300
The latest AMD chipset driver (version 6.10.02.1849) is now available for download, and with it comes an interesting reveal. This update, listed by Asus, is aimed at the X670 and X670E motherboards, but the release notes mentioned a driver for the unannounced Ryzen AI Max 300 series, the naming for Strix Halo...
Read More »Intel and AMD create x86 advisory group to battle ARM
We bet this one wasn't on your 2024 Bingo card. Intel and AMD are partnering to establish a new advisory committee to enhance and further integrate the x86 ecosystem, intensifying the competition against Arm.
Read More »AMD RX 7650 GRE will reportedly be based on Navi 33
The AMD RX 7650 GRE may not debut at CES after all, but leakers claim it will use the Navi 33 GPU, making it the third graphics card with this configuration.
Read More »AMD Navi 44 GPU reportedly smaller than Navi 33
The upcoming AMD Navi 44 GPU is said to be up to 31 percent smaller than Navi 33, and shipping manifests appear to confirm just that.
Read More »First AMD Ryzen 9000X3D CPU reportedly launching in November
A flood of reports regarding the AMD Ryzen 9000X3D have landed over the past week. In addition to new details on specs, there is an anticipated November launch.
Read More »AMD launches new Ryzen AI PRO 300 series processors
AMD has launched its latest Ryzen AI PRO CPUs, set to power the next wave of CoPilot+ laptops from various OEMs. Here we break down the specs of each new chip.
Read More »MSI offers up free copies of Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred with select products
MSI recently unveiled a new partnership with Blizzard to support the launch of Diablo IV's inaugural expansion, "Vessel of Hatred". As part of this collaboration, customers who purchase eligible MSI gaming laptops or handhelds will receive both the base game and the new expansion.
Read More »AMD rumoured to launch Radeon RX 7650 GRE at CES 2025
AMD appears to be cooking up a new GRE edition graphics card, the Radeon RX 7650 GRE. The new graphics card may be pencilled in for a launch at CES.
Read More »AMD Ryzen CPUs get price cut for Amazon Prime Day
Amazon Prime Day is upon us, but the promotional period is lacking in CPU deals. We've gathered up the few that are available right here.
Read More »MSI MPG X870E Carbon WiFi Review
MSI's MPG X870E Carbon WiFi is packed with features, including the headline USB4 ports and WiFi 7
Read More »Latest AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition update brings AFMF 2 and more
The latest version of AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition has arrived, introducing new features like AMD Fluid Motion Frames 2 and Geometric Downscaling.
Read More »G.Skill unveils DDR5-9000 48GB memory for X870E motherboards
G.Skill's latest high-speed DDR5 memory kit boasts a 9000MHz overclock profile for X870E and AMD Ryzen based PCs.
Read More »AMD X870 motherboards and Zen 5-boosting AGESA update arrive
Today, AMD is launching its new 800 series chipset, which means a new wave of motherboards for those looking to make the jump to a Zen 5 Ryzen 9000 processor. We already have a few boards in-house for review, but for now, let's go over the X870 Chipset features, as well as the improvements being brought to the table with the latest AGESA firmware update...
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