AMD Zen 4 Hub

AMD's Ryzen 7000 series of CPUs built on its Zen 4 technology using TSMC 5nm and 6nm nodes launched at the end of September 2022. They work with X670-based motherboards, feature DDR5 memory support and a new AM5 socket.

AMD Zen 4 News

ASUS launches new 'MAX' series budget motherboard: X870 MAX Gaming WiFi 7 in black, and white

ASUS launches its first new 'MAX' series motherboards: budget-focused X870 boards led by the new X870 MAX Gaming WiFi 7 motherboard in two variants.

XPG's new LEVANTE II 360 liquid cooling solution for CPUs can handle up to 320W

The new XPG LEVANTE II 360 AIO Liquid Cooler is here with a stylish infinity mirror design, powerful cooling, and an affordable price point.

AMD Ryzen 9000G series teased: Strix Point APUs for desktop PCs teased for Q4 2025

AMD rumored to release Ryzen 9000G APUs in Q4 2025: Zen 5-based 'Strix Point' APUs could hit the desktop alongside Strix Halo APUs.

AMD's next-gen Zen 6 desktop CPU leak: over 6GHz clock speeds with TSMC N2X process node

AMD's next-generation Zen 6 aims for 10%+ IPC uplift, fabbed on TSMC N3 and N2 process nodes, Olympic Ridge + Gator Range= high-end desktop CPUs.

AMD CEO Lisa Su teases flagship mobile Strix Halo APU is coming to the desktop

ASUS China General Manager Tony Yu sits down with AMD CEO Lisa Su, asked if its Strix Halo APU is coming to desktop, Lisa says 'yes, yes, of course!'

Amazon fake CPU warning: user orders AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, receives old-school FX-4100 instead

User buys an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor from Amazon, but after receiving it, peels off the film from the CPU heatspreader... reveals it's an FX-4100.

AMD's new bundle: get Monster Hunter Wilds free with RX 7000 GPUs and Ryzen 9000 and 7000 CPUs

Buying a new Ryzen 9000 or 7000 CPU, or an RX 7000 graphics card? Purchase it from a participating retailer and you'll get this free game.

ASRock releases new BIOS to fix Ryzen 9000 CPU boot issues on A620, B650, B850, X870 mobos

ASRock releases the latest AM5 motherboard BIOS to improve Ryzen 9000 series CPU support: download your new BIOS for A620, B650, B850, and X870 here!

Bargain CPU of the Century: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D discounted to just $99 at Walmart temporarily

PC gamer picks up AMD's awesome Zen 4-powered Ryzen 7 7800X3D uber-cheap at just $99, thanks to a Walmart closing down its PC department.

AMD's next-gen Zen 6 desktop, laptop CPUs get leaked photos: meet Medusa Ridge and Medusa Point

AMD's next-generation Zen 6 processors get leaked die shots: Medusa Ridge, Medusa Halo, Medusa Point processors will enjoy up to 24 cores, 48 threads.

AMD mega-success in Germany: dominates with 92% market share, leaves Intel with just 8%

AMD is absolutely dominating the CPU market in Germany: AM5 and AM4 sockets have 92% market share, leaving Intel with a measely 7.84% market share.

AMD Ryzen 9950X3D and 9900X3D CPUs rumored to arrive in March, alongside RX 9070 graphics cards

But later rather than sooner in March, perhaps? Whatever the case, a French tech site's source is not optimistic about getting Ryzen 9 X3D anytime soon.

ASRock updates its website with Ryzen 9 9950X3D, 9900X3D CPU compatibility for its motherboards

ASRock updates its CPU compatibility lists for its AM5 motherboard: ready for AMD's new Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Ryzen 9 9900X3D processors.

AMD says new Ryzen 9 9950X3D, 9900X3D processors have similar gaming performance to 9800X3D

AMD says that its new Ryzen 9 9950X3D and 9900X3D processors will have similar gaming performance to 9800X3D: extra CPU cores won't help for gaming.

GMKTec K11 Mini-PC unveiled: AMD Hawk Point APU, up to 96GB RAM, 2TB SSD, and an OCulink port

GMKTec unveils its new K11 Mini-PC: powered by the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS 'Hawk Point' APU, supports up to 96GB RAM, with an OCulink port, and more.

Valve Fremont teased: SteamOS console has AMD Zen 4 CPU, RDNA 3 GPU to fight Xbox, PlayStation

Valve Fremont teased: a new SteamOS-powered console that plugs into your TV, could be the Steam Box to compete with Xbox and PlayStation.

AMD's new B850 motherboard spotted: new mid-range AM5 motherboard ready for CES 2025 reveal

AMD's first B850 motherboard leaked with an all-white design, the new mid-range 800 series chipset will most likely debut at CES 2025 early next year.

AMD CPUs hit with incredible Black Friday discounts, save up to 56% on select chips

Black Friday is here nice and early and AMD CPUs prices have been slashed across Amazon, with savings of up to 56% on select chips.

MSI issues a statement on burnt AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU and X870 motherboard socket

MSI responds to the case of the burned out Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU and Tomahawk X870 motherboard, confirms that it's working with AMD and GamersNexus.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU + AM5 socket burned out, both physically damaged during installation

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor and AM5 socket burned to a crisp, both physically damaged either due to a fault, or a user error during installation.

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D tested against 7800X3D, 9700X, 7700X: all locked at 4.8GHz

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D tested against the 7800X3D, 9700X, and 7700X processors all at a fixed 4.8GHz frequency... check out the results!

MSI 'X3D Gaming Mode' feature: faster gaming perf with single, dual-CCD Ryzen 3D V-Cache CPUs

MSI has just unleashed its new 'X3D Gaming Mode' feature: delivering performance boosts to games on single, dual CCD AMD Ryzen 3D V-Cache CPUs.

GIGABYTE's new X870I AORUS PRO ICE is the company's first X870-powered Mini-ITX motherboard

GIGABYTE introduces its new X870I AORUS PRO ICE motherboard is a teeny-tiny Mini-ITX board, with the new X870 chipset and ready for an AMD Zen 5 processor.

AMD Zen 6 CPUs may arrive later than thought - at CES 2027 perhaps, packing AM5 compatibility

The good news is that AM5 motherboards will be good for Zen 6 chips - as Team Red has previously promised - but an apparent delay is in the cards.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D overclocked to 6.9GHz: 1000FPS in CS2, 2000FPS in Valorant at 100W power

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D overclocked to 6.9GHz and smashes 1000FPS in Counter-Strike 2, and over 2000FPS in Valorant with just 100W power consumption.

ASUS rolls out 'Turbo Game Mode' for AM5 mobos: up to 35% more perf boost on X3D chips

ASUS introduces 'Turbo Game Mode' for its fleet of AMD AM5 motherboards: second CCD and SMT toggles provide up to 35% more performance for X3D processors.

AMD's new BIOS improves Ryzen 9000 Series CPU performance and core-to-core latency

With the launch of the new X870 motherboards, AMD is also releasing the new AGESA PI 1.2.0.2 BIOS to improve Ryzen 9000 Series performance.

MSI confirms new CU-DIMM DDR5 support for AMD Ryzen 9000, Ryzen 8000 series CPUs

MSI confirms it will have CUDIMM DDR5 memory support for AMD Ryzen 9000 and Ryzen 800 series CPUs: CUDIMM starts at DDR5-6400 specs.

Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 'Arrow Lake' CPU simulated benchmark: won't beat 7800X3D in gaming

Intel's next-gen Core Ultra 9 285K 'Arrow Lake' desktop CPU probably won't beat AMD's current-gen Ryzen 7 7800X3D in gaming, let alone 9800X3D soon.

GIGABYTE's new X870 EAGLE Wi-Fi 7 motherboard supports Zen 5 CPUs, up to 256GB of DDR5-8000 RAM

GIGABYTE introduces its new X870 EAGLE Wi-Fi 7 motherboard: feautres 18 power phases, supports up to 256GB of DDR5-8000 memory, new Zen 5 CPUs, and more.

Windows Update brings double digit gaming performance improvement to AMD Ryzen CPUs

There's a new Windows Update that increases performance when gaming with a Ryzen 9000 Series or Ryzen 7000 Series processor, install it now.

AMD deep dives new Zen 5 core architecture at Hot Chips 2024: new chapter in high-perf chips

AMD's new Zen 5 core architecture detailed at Hot Chips 2024: Zen enters a new chapter of high-performance computing on laptops, desktops, and servers.

AMD Zen 4 and Zen 5 Ryzen CPUs get big performance gains with new Windows 11 24H2 update

AMD Ryzen 9000 series 'Zen 5' and Ryzen 7000 series 'Zen 4' processors get performance gains with the recent Windows 11 24H2 update.

Sony's beefed-up PlayStation 5 Pro was an 'open secret' at Gamescom 2024 with game developers

Sony's upgraded PlayStation 5 Pro has been a rumor for months and months now, but it was an 'open secret' at Gamescom 2024 last week.

AMD says Windows 11 patch will boost Zen 5, Zen 4, Zen 3 CPU gaming performance

AMD publishes a new blog post explaining the disparity between its internal gaming benchmarks for Zen 5 processors, and the results of CPU reviewers.

AMD could be about to spring a surprise new 3D V-Cache CPU on us - a budget Ryzen 7000X3D model

Following rumors of a 5500X3D, apparently AMD could have a Ryzen 5 7600X3D in the wings - or maybe both of these affordable gaming CPUs.

MSI unveils AMD Ryzen 9000 feature that boosts performance by up to 22%

AMD has officially launched its high-end Ryzen 9000 series CPUs, and MSI has just unveiled how MSI motherboard owners can achieve 22% more performance.

MSI sets world record with AMD Ryzen 9000 series Zen 5 overclocking

MSI has taken first place among motherboard vendors for pushing AMD's latest Ryzen 9000 series Zen 5 CPUs beyond 7 GHz with the power on LN2.

MSI's new AM5 exclusive BIOS options add up to 10% more perf on AMD Ryzen 9000 series CPUs

MSI's latest AM5 BIOS features offer up to 10% more performance in gaming with AMD's new Zen 5-based Ryzen 9000 series CPUs, download the new BIOS now.

AMD gaming bundle - two free games when you purchase a Ryzen 7000 CPU or Radeon RX 7000 GPU

Purchase an eligible Ryzen 7000 Series GPU or Radeon RX 7000 Series GPU and get two games: Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 and Unknown 9: Awakening.

G.SKILL's new ultra-low latency DDR5-6000 memory kits for AMD AM5 are the shiny Royal Neo kind

G.SKILL's new 'ultra-low latency specifications' Trident Z5 Royal Neo DDR5-6000 kits for AMD AM5 are tailor made for enthusiasts that love bling.

GIGABYTE releases BIOS update for Ryzen 9000 Series, its motherboards are now Zen 5 ready

GIGABYTE releases new Ryzen 9000 Series BIOS for its AM5 Motherboards, to help you 'harness the full potential of these next-generation processors.'

G.SKILL announced Trident Z5 Royal Neo DDR5-8000 memory for Zen 5 and AMD AM5

G.SKILL's Trident Z5 Royal memory, a 'luxury-class' design, is coming to AMD AM5 and Zen 5 with the new Trident Z5 Royal Neo Series.

AMD's new flagship Zen 5-based Ryzen 9 9950X CPU: max frequency of up to 5.85GHz, same as Zen 4

AMD's next-generation Zen 5-based Ryzen 9 9950X processor rumored with same FMAX, or maximum frequency as Ryzen 9 7950X: up to 5.85GHz max.

AMD's new X870 motherboards for Zen 5 will launch two months after the Ryzen 9000 debut

New X870 and X870E motherboards for the Ryzen 9000 Series to launch two months after the CPUs launch. And it could be to coincide with next-gen X3D.

AMD Ryzen 9000 Zen 5 listings point to big price decrease compared to Zen 4

Price listings for AMD's Ryzen 9000 series have appeared in a retailer, indicating the highly anticipated Zen 5 processors will be cheaper than Zen 4.

AMD rumored to beef up Ryzen 9 9700X specs before launch, because 7800X3D is so popular

AMD is reportedly re-speccing its upcoming Zen 5-based Ryzen 9 9700X with a higher TDP, to better compete with the super-popular Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU.

AMD's next-gen Zen 5-based Ryzen 9 9950X benched on AIDA64: up to 45% faster than 7950X

AMD's next-gen Zen 5-based Ryzen 9 9950X benched against Zen 4-based 7950X in AIDA64 with DDR5-8000 memory: 9950X is up to 45% faster than 7950X.

ASRock DeskMeet X600 Mini-PC: AM5 socket, supports PCIe extension cables for external GPUs

ASRock's new DeskMeet X600 Mini-PC features AMD AM5 socket, supports PCIe extension cables that provide full bandwidth for external graphics cards.

AMD: our Ryzen 7 7800X3D will be a faster gaming CPU than Zen 5-based Ryzen 9 9700X

AMD confirms that its Zen 4-based Ryzen 7 7800X3D processor will 'yes, be faster' than its next-generation Zen 5-based Ryzen 9 9700X processor.

AMD Zen 4 Articles & Reviews

AMD Ryzen 7 "Zen 4" 7800X3D CPU Review

Does the Ryzen 7 "Zen 4" 7800X3D reclaim the CPU gaming crown for AMD? Read on as we put AMD's newest gaming processor to the test and find out.

AMD Ryzen 9 "Zen 4" 7950X3D CPU Review

AMD delivers its second-generation 3D V-Cache processors and we start out by testing the Ryzen 9 "Zen 4" 7950X3D CPU. Should you buy it? Let's see.

GIGABYTE B650I AORUS Ultra AM5 Mini-ITX Motherboard Review

GIGABYTE's new B650I AORUS Ultra offers substantial bang for your buck if you're in the market for an AMD AM5 Mini-ITX motherboard for a SFF build.

ASRock B650 Live Mixer AM5 Motherboard Review

ASRock's B650 Live Mixer is an entry-level AMD AM5 motherboard with a nifty trick up its very vibrant sleeve! Let's take a close look.

GIGABYTE X670E AORUS Xtreme Motherboard Review

GIGABYTE's X670E AORUS Xtreme is a premium motherboard that punches above its weight when you consider everything, including its decent price tag.

AMD 65W Zen 4 Review: Ryzen 7600, 7700, and 7900 CPUs Tested

The new AMD Ryzen 65W processor SKUs open the door to small form factor PC gaming systems built on Zen 4. Here's our look at the new CPUs.

MSI MEG X670E GODLIKE Motherboard Review

MSI's MEG X670E GODLIKE motherboard manages to impress with its big feature list, but its huge price tag might leave many out from considering it.

ASUS ROG X670E Crosshair Extreme Motherboard Review

ASUS goes all out big time with its new ROG X670E Crosshair Extreme AM5 motherboard, packing in every bit of tech possible. Let's take a close look!

MSI MEG X670E ACE Gaming Motherboard Review

Could it really be that MSI's new AM5 MEG X670E ACE motherboard is just as good or almost as good as the GODLIKE? Let's dive in and find out.

ASRock X670E Taichi Motherboard Review

Our second AMD AM5 motherboard review focuses on the ASRock X670E Taichi, a flagship board at a mid-range price. Is there a better board for the money?

GIGABYTE X670E AORUS Master Motherboard Review

Our first AMD Socket AM5 motherboard review belongs to the GIGABYTE X670E AORUS Master. Join us as we run it through its paces right here.

Storage Showdown - Intel Alder Lake vs. AMD Zen 4

AMD's new 7000 series CPUs are all the rage at the moment, trading blows with Intel for supremacy, but how's the storage performance? Let's find out.

AMD Ryzen 9 7950X "Zen 4" CPU Review

Can AMD's Ryzen 9 7950X processor deliver on the promises of Zen 4? Join us as we run the top-dog new CPU through its paces and find out.

AMD Ryzen 7 7700X "Zen 4" CPU Review

AMD's new Zen 4-based Ryzen 7 7700x processor looks to be the best blend for gaming and productivity! Join us as we fully investigate it.

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.

AMD Ryzen 9 7900X "Zen 4" CPU Review

AMD has today unveiled its newest Ryzen processors and we start off by checking out the Ryzen 9 7900X "Zen 4" CPU. Is it time for an upgrade? Let's see.