AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) has announced a revolutionary lineup of next-generation processors designed to usher in a new era of AI-driven computing experiences. During Computex 2024, AMD introduced the new AMD Ryzen™ AI 300 Series processors and AMD Ryzen™ 9000 Series processors, built on the cutting-edge “Zen 5” architecture.
The AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processors, featuring the world’s most powerful Neural Processing Unit (NPU), are set to redefine the capabilities of AI PCs. These processors, built on the new AMD XDNA™ 2 architecture, boast 50 TOPS of AI processing power, significantly surpassing the requirements for Copilot+ AI PCs. This third-generation AI series offers three times the AI engine performance of its predecessor, enabling high-efficiency AI workloads directly on ultrathin laptops. The processors come equipped with up to 12 high-performance CPU cores and 24 threads, along with 50% more on-chip L3 cache memory compared to the previous generation.
For desktop users, the AMD Ryzen 9000 Series processors promise unparalleled performance and efficiency for gamers, content creators, and prosumers. The flagship Ryzen 9 9950X delivers the fastest consumer desktop performance globally, with a 16% better IPC performance over the prior generation “Zen 4” processors.
Jack Huynh, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Computing and Graphics Group at AMD, stated “We are thrilled to introduce the Ryzen 9000 series, the world’s most powerful desktop processors for gamers and creators, and the third-generation AMD Ryzen AI processors, which provide leading AI and compute performance for ultrathin and premium CoPilot+ PCs. The AMD Ryzen AI 300 series processors push the limits on what’s possible featuring the fastest APU performance, the world’s most powerful NPU with 50 TOPs, and the world’s first block floating point NPU doubling the performance of 16-bit applications without sacrificing accuracy.”
Key Features of AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series Processors:
The AMD Ryzen™ AI 300 Series processors offer unrivaled performance, delivering lightning-fast speeds for multitasking, gaming, and content creation. They feature privacy-focused and responsive AI, efficiently handling local AI workloads to enhance productivity and creativity. Users can enjoy exceptional battery life for elite gaming and productivity on the go, while the built-in AMD Radeon™ 800M graphics provide console-class gaming experiences.
Industry Support:
AMD’s new processors are supported by a broad ecosystem of partners, including Acer, ASUS, HP, Lenovo, and MSI. These partnerships will help accelerate the adoption of AI PCs, providing users with innovative AI-driven experiences across various applications.
Satya Nadella, Chairman and CEO of Microsoft, commented “We are in the midst of a massive AI platform shift, transforming how we live and work. Our deep partnership with AMD is crucial, and we are excited to deliver new Ryzen AI-powered Copilot+ PCs together.”
New AMD Ryzen 9000 Series Desktop Processors:
The new Ryzen 9000 Series desktop processors are built for gamers and content creators, offering exceptional single-threaded and multi-threaded performance. The new AMD X870E and X870 chipsets provide support for the latest technologies, including PCIe® 5.0, DDR5, USB4, and WIFI7, ensuring longevity and compatibility through 2027 and beyond.
Upcoming Availability:
The new Ryzen 9000 Series desktop processors will be available to DIY customers and SI partners starting July 2024. Additionally, AMD announced the AMD Radeon™ PRO W7900 Dual Slot workstation graphics card, designed for high-performance platforms and AI development, with availability beginning June 19, 2024.
With these announcements, AMD continues to lead the industry in performance and innovation, setting new benchmarks for AI and computing capabilities across laptops and desktops.
