The new AMD Ryzen Embedded 7000 Series processors represent a major step forward for high-performance industrial computing applications. Leveraging the latest “Zen 4” CPU architecture and integrated Radeon graphics based on RDNA 2, these processors deliver exceptional performance and advanced capabilities not seen before in the embedded market. Key features include up to 12 high-performance CPU cores, integrated graphics, support for DDR5 memory and PCIe 5.0, and an AM5 socket for scalability.
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ASUS Announced Pro WS WRX90E-SAGE SE and Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI Motherboards for Ryzen Threadripper 7000 Series
ASUS has announced two new workstation motherboards, the Pro WS WRX90E-SAGE SE and Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI, designed for professionals using the latest AMD Ryzen Threadripper CPUs. These boards offer exceptional performance and reliability for AI training, deep learning, 3D animation, rendering, and media creation. With features like CPU and memory overclocking capabilities, robust power delivery and cooling, PCIe 5.0 support, 10GbE networking, and centralized remote management tools, they provide a high-performance and versatile platform. The Pro WS WRX90E-SAGE SE caters to the flagship Threadripper PRO 7000WX with up to 96 cores by offering 8-channel memory, 7 PCIe slots, and extensive storage options. Meanwhile, the Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI readies creative professionals and enthusiasts for the Threadripper 7000 lineup with PCIe 5.0 slots, WiFi 6E, and overclocking options to fully leverage the performance of these new HEDT processors. Validated for 24/7 reliability and compatibility, these ASUS boards provide exceptional power, expandability, and management tools for AMD’s next generation of high-end desktop and workstation platforms.
ASRock Announced WRX90 WS EVO & TRX50 WS Motherboards Feature Up To Five-Fan VRM Cooling
ASRock, a leading global motherboard manufacturer, has launched new WRX90 WS EVO and TRX50 WS motherboards designed to maximize productivity for creators and machine learning applications. The boards support the latest AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7000 and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7000 WX-Series processors. With support for up to 2TB of ECC RDIMM DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0 expansion slots, 10Gbps Ethernet, and NVMe SSD storage, these motherboards offer ultimate performance.
The boards feature a flagship-class ultra-low loss PCB and robust power design to ensure stability under sustained workloads. Large aluminum heatsinks with server-grade cooling fans provide excellent heat dissipation for overclocking. With abundant PCIe slots, M.2 sockets, SlimSAS, and networking options like WiFi 6E and 10GbE, the boards provide extreme storage performance and connectivity. The WRX90 WS EVO adds remote management capabilities.
AMD Announced Ryzen 9 7900, Ryzen 7 7700, Ryzen 5 7600 at CES 2023
Along with AMD Ryzen 7000 X3D series desktop processors, AMD today also announced non-X Zen 4 desktop processors: Ryzen 9 7900, Ryzen 7 7700, Ryzen 5 7600. These processors will be officially released on January 10th, 2023.
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AMD Launches Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop Processors with “Zen 4” Architecture: the Fastest Core in Gaming
New AMD Socket AM5 platform combines with world’s first 5nm desktop PC processors to deliver powerhouse performance for gamers and content creators
Today, AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) revealed the Ryzen™ 7000 Series Desktop processor lineup powered by the new “Zen 4” architecture, ushering in the next era of high performance for gamers, enthusiasts, and content creators. Featuring up to 16 cores, 32 threads and built on an optimized, high-performance, TSMC 5nm process node, the Ryzen 7000 Series processors deliver dominant performance and leadership energy efficiency. Compared to the previous generation, AMD Ryzen 7950X processor enables single-core performance improvement of up to +29%2, up to 45% more compute for content creators in POV Ray3, up to 15% faster gaming performance in select titles4, and up to 27% better performance-per-watt5. AMD’s most expansive desktop platform to date, the new Socket AM5 platform is designed for longevity with support through 2025.
“The AMD Ryzen 7000 Series brings leadership gaming performance, extraordinary power for content creation, and advanced scalability with the new AMD Socket AM5,” Saeid Moshkelani, senior vice president and general manager, Client business unit, AMD. “With the next generation Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop processors, we are proud to uphold our promise of leadership and continuous innovation, delivering the ultimate PC experience for gamers and creators alike.”
AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop Processors
The AMD Ryzen 7000 Series once again delivers a double-digit IPC uplift over “Zen 3”6, further solidifying a track record of innovation, execution, and delivery of the award-winning “Zen” architecture. The world’s first high-performance x86 5nm CPU, the Ryzen 7000 Series ushers in the remarkable speed of “Zen 4” architecture, advancing gaming and content creation performance leadership to new levels.
At the top of the stack, the 16-core AMD Ryzen 9 7950X processor offers up to 57% better content creation performance in V-Ray Render compared to the competition7. Meanwhile, even the 6-core AMD Ryzen 5 7600X processor offers an average of 5% faster gaming performance across select titles than the competitor’s flagship gaming processor4.
The incredible performance improvements also come with stunning advances in energy efficiency; AMD Ryzen 7950X processor is up to 47% more energy efficient than the competition8. Beyond the core, the Ryzen 7000 Series Processors feature an all-new 6nm I/O die, which enables hardware-accelerated video encode/decode9, light-duty graphics work and multi-display support. Across the CPU, a host of new power management technologies leveraged from AMD’s ultra-efficient mobile processors allow Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop processors to run more efficiently than ever before.
Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop processors are expected to be available globally from leading etailers and retailers beginning September 27, starting at an SEP of $299 USD.
Model | Cores/Threads | Boost10 /
Base Frequency |
Total Cache | PCIe® | TDP | SEP (USD) |
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X | 16C/32T | Up to 5.7 / 4.5 GHZ | 80MB | Gen 5 | 170W | $699 |
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X | 12C/24T | Up to 5.6 / 4.7 GHZ | 76MB | Gen 5 | 170W | $549 |
AMD Ryzen 7 7700X | 8C/16T | Up to 5.4 / 4.5 GHZ | 40MB | Gen 5 | 105W | $399 |
AMD Ryzen 5 7600X | 6C/12T | Up to 5.3 / 4.7 GHZ | 38MB | Gen 5 | 105W | $299 |
New AMD Socket AM5 Updates
With the introduction of the Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop processors, AMD also unveiled the new Socket AM5 platform, offering cutting-edge connectivity features like dual-channel DDR5 memory. The AM5 platform also includes up to 24 PCIe® 5.0 lanes, making it AMD’s most expansive desktop platform to date. Support for new and evolving technologies like PCIe® Gen 5 and DDR5 memory empowers users to grow with their Socket AM5 solution, which AMD will support with platform longevity through 2025 and beyond.
The new Socket AM5 motherboard family features four new chipsets, giving users the power and flexibility to choose the exact features they want. The four chipsets feature:
- AMD X670 Extreme: Bringing the most connectivity and extreme overclocking capabilities11 with PCIe 5.0 support for graphics and storage
- AMD X670: Supporting enthusiast overclocking with PCIe® 5.0 support for storage and optional graphics support
- AMD B650E: Designed for performance users with PCIe® 5.0 storage support and optional graphics support
- AMD B650: Designed for mainstream users with support for DDR5 memory and optional PCIe® 5.0 support
New motherboards will be available starting at an SEP of $125 USD, with the AMD X670 and X670E chipsets arriving in September, and AMD B650E and B650 chipsets in October.
AMD EXPO™ Technology
New for the Ryzen 7000 Series Desktop processors and optimized for AMD Socket AM5 motherboards, AMD EXPO™ technology provides users with advanced profile settings for DDR5 memory overclocking11. When optimized for high-performance gaming, consumers can expect to see up to 11% faster gaming performance with AMD EXPO technology in F1® 202212.
AMD EXPO technology was designed to achieve higher gaming performance from pre-configured overclocking profiles11 and is easy to implement. PC enthusiasts who want to understand the finer details of an AMD EXPO technology-enabled module can find public self-certification reports, which clearly lay out the module’s full timing table, components, and the system configuration used to finalize the memory’s specifications. AMD is offering EXPO technology to its industry memory partners without royalties or licensing fees.
AMD EXPO technology arrives to market alongside the AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processors, with offerings from ADATA, Corsair, GeIL, G.SKILL, and Kingston. Over 15 AMD EXPO technology-enabled memory kits will be initially available, with memory speeds up to DDR5-6400.
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Press Release: AMD to Announce Ryzen 7000 Series CPUs on August 29th
AMD today has officially announced that Ryzen 7000 series Zen 4 desktop processors will be officially announced on August 29th at 7:00 PM ET.
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AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5000 WX-Series Coming to DIY Market in Later this Year
AMD has officially announced that their latest Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5000 WX-Series desktop CPUs will be available at leading system integrators worldwide beginning in July, 2022, and will be available at DIY market in later this year.
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ASUS Announces ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme Motherboard
ASUS has officially announced their first AM5 motherboard – ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme Motherboard.
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Confirmed: Gigabyte X670 AORUS XTREME, MASTER, PRO AX, and X670 AERO D Motherboards Shows Off at Computex 2022
Gigabyte has just confirmed that their upcoming X670 motherboards will be showed off at Computex 2022 for the Ryzen 7000 series “AM5” CPUs. According to Gigabyte, X670 AORUS XTREME, MASTER, PRO AX, and X670 AERO D for designers will be first exposed.
AMD Launches the Ultimate Gaming Processor, Brings Enthusiast Performance to an Expanded Lineup of Ryzen Desktop Processors
AMD today has officially announced the Ryzen 7 5800X3D, Ryzen 7 5700X, Ryzen 5 5600, Ryzen 5 5500, Ryzen 5 4600G, Ryzen 5 4500, Ryzen 3 4100.