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AMD's new FSR 4.1 for RDNA 3 also works on RDNA 3.5 and RDNA 2 GPUs

June 23, 2026 | AMD has officially launched FSR 4.1 for Radeon RX 7000 Series GPUs, but ahead of its debut the DLL leaked and modders got it working on RDNA 3.5 handhelds.

AMD denies rumors of not bringing FSR 4.1 to RDNA 3.5 integrated GPUs, decision still up in the air

June 4, 2026 | The company is rumored to be skipping FSR 4.1 on RDNA 3.5 iGPUs, but AMD exec Frank Azor pushed back, saying no such decision has been made.

AMD's $3999 Halo box challenges NVIDIA's DGX Spark with 128GB memory and Zen 5 AI power

May 20, 2026 | AMD's Ryzen AI Halo mini-PC, priced at $3999 with 128GB memory, will launch in June as a local AI workstation alternative to NVIDIA's DGX Spark.

AMD hit refresh on Zen 5 with new Ryzen 7 9750X and Ryzen 5 9650X CPUs

March 18, 2026 | New information is hinting at a Zen 5 refresh with the new Ryzen 7 9750X and Ryzen 5 9650X CPUs to increase frequencies and TDP rating.

AMD's next-gen Zen 6 CCD: similar size to Zen 5, but with 50% more cores on TSMC's new 2nm node

February 1, 2026 | AMD's next-gen Zen 6 CCD measures in at 76mm2, just a tad bigger than Zen 5 CCDs but with 50% more CPU cores and cache, fabbed on TSMC N2 process node.

AMD will use RDNA 5 for its premium integrated GPUs, while RDNA 3.5 will live on until 2029

January 25, 2026 | AMD's next-gen premium SoCs like Medusa Halo and next-gen Halo-level APUs will be powered by RDNA 5, while RDNA 3.5 will live on until 2029.

AMD's next-gen Zen 7 'Grimlock' CPU leak: up to 32C/64T, up to 50-150% faster than Zen 5

November 8, 2025 | AMD's future-gen Zen 7 'Grimlock Ridge' CPU full leak: up to 32 cores, 64 threads at up 7.0GHz with an insane 448MB of X3D cache, on TSMC's new A14 node.

AMD confirms critical security risk for many Zen 5 CPUs

November 5, 2025 | AMD confirms Zen 5 CPUs have a critical security vulnerability that threatens crypto integrity, and a full fix is slated to be rolled out by January 2026.

Two new AMD Zen 5 CPUs spotted priced online - but Ryzen 9700F isn't as cheap as I'd hoped

September 1, 2025 | If you're after a wallet-friendly current-gen processor from AMD, two fresh options should soon be on the table: the Ryzen 9700F and 9500F.

AMD Ryzen 9500F CPU spotted - nicely affordable 6-core Zen 5 workhorse could be inbound

August 20, 2025 | A Zen 5 processor with 6-cores that ditches the integrated graphics to make the price tag even more tempting might be waiting in the wings.

You can forget about AMD Zen 5 16-core CPU with dual X3D cache - it's a fake rumor, we're told

August 8, 2025 | If you were getting excited about the prospect of a top-end Ryzen X3D processor with two banks of 3D V-Cache (192MB total) - prepare for disappointment.

HP preps new Omen Max gaming laptop powered by AMD's new Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 'Strix Point' APU

June 21, 2025 | HP set to unveil its flagship Omen Max gaming laptop powered by AMD's new Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 'Strix Point' APU, and up to the RTX 5090 Laptop GPU.

Thermalright teases Mini-PC with AIO at Computex: AMD Strix Point APU, upgradable RAM and SSD

May 26, 2025 | Thermalright had an intersting Mini-PC that uses an AIO liquid cooler, a sweet open-frame design, and up to an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 'Strix Point' APU.

Acer debuts new Nitro AI gaming laptops, desktop PC with AMD Strix Point APU, RTX 50 GPUs

April 16, 2025 | Acer expands its Nitro gaming line with Nitro AI gamine laptops, new slim models, new Nitro 20 desktop: all with new silicon, latest RTX 50 series GPUs.

AMD confirms security vulnerability in every Zen 1 to Zen 5 processor

April 10, 2025 | AMD has confirmed that its entire product line of CPUs, ranging from Zen 1 all the way up to Zen 5 processors, are vulnerable to a security flaw.

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

March 29, 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 'Gorgon Point' APUs leaked: Zen 5, RDNA 3.5 refresh expected in 2026

March 25, 2025 | AMD's refreshed Ryzen AI 400 series 'Gorgon Point' APUs leaked: 12C/24T of Zen 5 at 5.2GHz+ with RDNA 3.5 GPU, XDNA 2 with 55+ TOPS in 2026.

AYANEO updates cute little AM01S Retro Mini-PC with built-in touchscreen, AMD Strix Point APU

March 24, 2025 | AYANEO has upgraded the specs of its upcoming AM01 Mini-PC: retro-style design with 4-inch flip-up display, upgraded with AMD's new Strix Point APU.

AMD confirmed to skip RDNA 4 for Zen 6 APUs: RDNA 4 for discrete GPUs only, RDNA 3.5 on Zen 6

March 19, 2025 | GPUOpen Drivers reveal AMD will be using RDNA 3.5 on next-gen Zen 6 APUs, as RDNA 4 GPUs reserved for discrete cards only, RDNA 3.5 to be used on Zen 6.

AMD's new 'Strix Point' APU is out: game-changing APU has RTX 4070 levels of gaming performance

February 18, 2025 | AMD's new Ryzen AI Max+ 395 'Strix Halo' APU has launched, inside of the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 gaming tablet with RTX 4070 levels of gaming performance.

HP's new EliteBook X laptop features AMD Strix Point APU, up to 128GB of LPDDR5X-8533 memory

February 7, 2025 | HP's upcoming EliteBook X1 laptop is the first laptop featuring 128GB LPDDR5X-8533 memory, powered by AMD's Zen 5-based Strix Point APU.

ACEMAGIC's new F3A AI 370 Mini-PC: AMD Strix Point APU, up to 96GB RAM, 4TB SSD, USB4, and more

January 24, 2025 | AGEMAGIC announces its new F3A AI 370 Mini-PC: powered by AMD's new Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 'Strix Point' APU, up to 96GB RAM, up to 4TB SSD storage.

AYANEO 3 flagship handheld: OLED display, AMD Strix Point APU, 64GB RAM, 4TB SSD for $2099

January 24, 2025 | AYANEO 3 modular handheld is here: USB4, OCUlink ports with AMD Strix Point APU, OLED display, modular buttons + joysticks, and so much more.

PlayStation 6 SoC is 'design complete' says leaker: AMD Zen 5 with X3D cache, next-gen UDNA GPU

January 18, 2025 | Sony's next-generation PlayStation 6 'is design complete' with recent leaks teasing AMD's custom APU will have Zen 5 CPU + X3D and next-gen UDNA GPU.

PlayStation 6 rumor: AMD to provide Zen 5 CPU with X3D cache, next-gen UDNA GPU

January 17, 2025 | Sony's next-generation PlayStation 6 console rumored to have AMD Zen 5 processor with X3D cache, new UDNA GPU architecture in 2027.

Minisforum N5 Pro: 5-bay NAS powered by AMD Strix Point APU, up to 96GB RAM, 10GbE LAN, OCulink

January 12, 2025 | Minisforum unveiled its new N5 Pro NAS at CES 2025: powered by AMD Ryzen HX PRO 370 'Strix Point' APU, up to 96GB RAM, 10GbE LAN, up to 144TB storage.

AMD Ryzen AI Max 'Strix Halo' monster APU is official: 16C/32T Zen 5 CPU, 40-core RDNA 3.5 GPU

January 7, 2025 | AMD announces its new Ryzen AI Max+ 'Strix Halo' APU with 16 cores, 32 threads of Zen 5 CPU, 40 CUs of RDNA 3.5 GPU, up to 120W TDP.

Acer NITRO Blaze 11, Blaze 8 gaming handhelds to debut at CES 2025 with AMD Strix Point APUs

January 4, 2025 | Acer rumored to be prerparing NITRO Blaze 11 and Blaze 8 gaming handhelds at CES 2025: featuring AMD's new Ryzen AI 300 series 'Strix Point' APUs.

The first laptop with AMD's new Krackan Point APU with Zen 5c cores, RDNA 3.5 GPU teased

January 3, 2025 | ECS has just announced a new 14-inch laptop with AMD's unreleased Krackan Point APU: featuring 8 x Zen 5c CPU cores, RDNA 3.5 GPU cores, and NPU for AI.

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D is the most popular Zen 5 chip in Germany, selling like hotcakes

January 3, 2025 | AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor has become the best-selling Zen 5 chip in Germany, with one of the biggest retailers in the country sold out.

OneXPlayer G1 compact gaming laptop: AMD Strix Point APU, detachable keyboard, 144Hz display

December 19, 2024 | OneXPlayer's new G1 compact gaming laptop revealed: sports 8.8-inch 2.5K at up to 144Hz display, AMD's new Strix Point APU, and a detachable keyboard.

AMD slated to expand Zen 5 line-up with new Ryzen 'non-X' CPU in late January

December 19, 2024 | AMD is rumored to launch its non-X version of the Ryzen 5 9600X in late January, adding to the Zen 5 lineup, which currently only consists of four CPUs.

COLORFUL intros iGame DDR5-6400 RAM with 'ultra-low' CL28 latency, ready for AMD Zen 5 CPUs

December 18, 2024 | COLORFUL unleashes its new iGame DDR5 RAM kits: ultra-low latency of just CL28 at 6400 MT/s speeds, with speeds of up to 8000 MT/s at CL40.

GPD's new Win Max 2 gaming handheld: 10-inch screen, AMD Strix Point APU, OCulink, costs $1462

December 9, 2024 | GPD announces its new Win Max 2 (2025) gaming handheld: 10-inch screen (1080p 120Hz) with AMD Strix Point APU, OCulink, and so much more.

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9000 'Shimada Peak' CPU spotted: 96-core, 16-core Zen 5 variants teased

November 25, 2024 | AMD's next-gen Zen 5-based Ryzen Threadripper series 'Shimada Peak' CPUs spo tted: up to 96 cores and 192 threads, also 16-core form.

Sony's next-gen PlayStation 6 console rumor: next-gen UDNA GPU from AMD, probably Zen 5 CPU too

November 19, 2024 | Sony's next-generation PlayStation 6 console uses AMD's new UDNA GPU architecture, with a Zen 4 or Zen 5 processor. Sony's new handheld uses AMD hardware.

AMD Zen 5 CPUs cheaper than ever: 9950X is $569, 9900X is $359, 9700X is $309, 9600X is $229

November 11, 2024 | AMD's new Ryzen 9000 series 'Zen 5' desktop CPUs at new record low price: 9950X for $569, 9900X for $359, 9700X for $309, 9600X for $229.

AMD's upcoming Strix Halo APU to feature Radeon 8060S integrated GPU with 40 RDNA 3.5 CUs

November 10, 2024 | AMD's new Strix Halo integrated GPU naming revealed: welcome the Radeon 8060S that will feature 40 RDNA 3.5-based Compute Units in 2025.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D chip teardown: new 3D V-Cache stack teased under Zen 5 CCD hood

November 7, 2024 | AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor teardown: next-gen 3D V-Cache teased in a beautiful gold stack, right under blue Zen 5 CCD goodness.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D full specs: 8C/16T Zen 5, 120W TDP, 96MB L3 cache, unlocked multiplier

October 29, 2024 | AMD's upcoming Ryzen 7 9800X3D full specs revealed: 8 cores, 16 threads of Zen 5 at up to 5.2GHz, 120W TDP, 96MB L3 cache, unlocked multiplier.

AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPU prices drop by up to $50 ahead of Zen 5 X3D debut

October 21, 2024 | With Zen 5 X3D arriving in a few weeks you can save up to $50 off the current non-X3D AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPU line-up - from the 9600X up to the 9950X.

GMKTech EVO-X1 Mini-PC features AMD Ryzen AI HX 370 'Strix Point' APU, OCulink connectivity

October 20, 2024 | GMK unveiled its new EVO-X1 Mini-PC which features AMD's new Ryzen AI HX 370 'Strix Point' APU with Zen 5 + RDNA 3.5 as well as OCulink connectivity.

MSI's impressive profile for Zen 5 CPUs maintains performance at lower temperatures

October 10, 2024 | MSI has demonstrated the power of its Set Thermal Point profile on AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X, revealing it can reduce temperatures while maintaining performance.

Check out these beautiful high-res die shots of AMD's new Zen 5 CCD, ready for 3D V-Cache CPUs

October 7, 2024 | AMD's new Zen 5-powered Ryzen 9000 series 'Granite Ridge' CPUs get some absolutely beautiful high-res die shots, new TSV layout for 3D V-Cache CPUs.

NZXT reveals its new N9 X870E motherboard: ready for Zen 5, launches in 2025

October 1, 2024 | NZXT unveils its new N9 X870E motherboard: ready for high-performance Zen 5 processors, with a beautiful sleek design that arrives in 2025.

BIOSTAR unveils its new X870E VALKYRIE flagship Zen 5 motherboard

September 30, 2024 | BIOSTAR launches its new flagship X870E VALKYRIE motherboard, ready for AMD's new Zen 5-based Ryzen 9000 series 'Granite Ridge' desktop CPUs.

ASRock unleashes its Zen 5-ready X870 and X870 motherboards: led by the X870E Taichi

September 30, 2024 | ASRock has just unleashed its new X870E and X870 motherboards, ready for AMD's new Zen 5-based Ryzen 9000 series CPUs, led by the flagship X870E Taichi.

COLORFUL preparing new DDR5-9600 CUDIMM memory, ready for Arrow Lake and Zen 5

September 29, 2024 | COLORFUL preparing new DDR5-9600 CUDIMM memory modules, with a built-in CKD, which enables higher frequencies and greater stability for your system.

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

September 28, 2024 | MSI confirms it will have CUDIMM DDR5 memory support for AMD Ryzen 9000 and Ryzen 800 series CPUs: CUDIMM starts at DDR5-6400 specs.

MSI's new Zen 5 ready X870 mobos feature 'True Wi-Fi 7' with 320MHz 5.8GHz support

September 28, 2024 | MSI says its fleet of next-gen X870 and X870 motherboards will feature 'True Wi-Fi 7' with 320MHz 5.8GHz support, unlike some ASUS and GIGABYTE boards.

AMD plans to release mid-range Ryzen 5 9600X3D: 6 cores, 12 threads of Zen 5 + 3D V-Cache tech

September 26, 2024 | AMD's mid-range Ryzen 5 9600X3D processor expected: 6 cores, 12 threads of Zen 5 with 64MB of next-gen 3D V-Cache technology to take on Intel Arrow Lake.

AMD's next-gen Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU spotted: 8-core CPU, beefed-up RDNA 3.5 GPU

September 24, 2024 | AMD's next-gen Ryzen Z2 Extreme SoC ready for next-gen gaming handhelds in 2025 has been spotted: 8-core CPU configuration confirmed.

Intel's new Core Ultra 7 268V 'Lunar Lake' CPU tested against AMD Strix Point, Apple M3 chips

September 22, 2024 | Intel's new Core Ultra 7 268V 'Lunar Lake' CPU tested: better single-core perofrmance than AMD's new Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 'Strix Point' APU.

AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU teased: 16C/32T of Zen 5, monster 40 RDNA 3.5 GPU, up to 96GB RAM

September 20, 2024 | AMD rumored to reveal new Ryzen AI Max series with Strix Halo APU: up to 16 cores, 32 threads of Zen 5, up to 96GB RAM supported, and 40 CUs of RDNA 3.5.

AMD confirms new Krackan APU for early 2025: Zen 5 CPU + RDNA 3.5 GPU, ready for new handhelds

September 10, 2024 | AMD confirms cheaper Zen 5 + RDNA 3.5 is on the way: Krackan APU is dropping early 2025, sitting under the new Ryzen AI 300 series 'Strix Point' APUs.

AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme for handhelds coming in 2025: Zen 5 + RDNA 3.5 for new gaming handhelds

September 8, 2024 | AMD reportedly working on a next-generation Z2 Extreme chip that will be unleashed in 2025, will be a huge CPU + GPU upgrade for gaming handhelds in 2025.

MSI unveils MEG X870E GODLIKE mobo: ready for AMD Zen 5 CPUs, Gen5 SSDs, next-gen GPUs, more

September 5, 2024 | MSI unleashes its next-gen flagship MEG X870E GODLIKE motherboard: ready for AMD's new Zen 5 CPUs, and a god-like amount of I/O capabilities.

MSI's next-gen AI+ laptops, powered by Intel's new Lunar Lake CPUs, AMD's new Strix Point APUs

September 5, 2024 | MSI launches next-gen AI+ gaming and business & productivity laptops with Intel and AMD's latest Lunar Lake and Strix Point (respectively) CPUs.

AMD Ryzen AI 300 series 'Strix Point' laptops to get free Copilot+ update in November

September 4, 2024 | MIcrosoft's new AI features inside of Windows will arrive on AMD and Intel laptops in November, providing Copilot+ functions to the new AI PC processors.

AMD Zen 5 desktop CPUs receive up to 12% price drop within first month

September 2, 2024 | AMD Ryzen 9000 series Zen 5 desktop CPUs receive more than 10% price drop within the first month the new series has been released.

MSI Stealth A16 AI+ (Strix Point | RTX 5070 Ti) Laptop Review

September 24, 2025 | MSI's Stealth A16 AI+ is a portable, 16-inch Creator laptop that's targeted at performance-hungry professionals. But it's great for gamers, too.

MSI Prestige A16 AI+ (Strix Point APU) Laptop Review

June 6, 2025 | MSI's Prestige A16 AI+ packs AMD's Ryzen AI 9 365, a 16:10 OLED, and sleek design, but it's a bit heavy and battery life isn't the best.

ASUS TUF Gaming A14 (Strix Point + RTX 4060) Laptop Review

April 18, 2025 | Check out the ultra-thin ASUS TUF Gaming A14 with AMD Strix Point APU, RTX 4060 GPU, high refresh rate display, and a redesigned comfortable keyboard.

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (Strix Point APU + RTX 4070 Laptop GPU) Gaming Laptop Review

February 25, 2025 | ASUS' ROG Zephyrus G16 packs a 16" 1600p 240Hz OLED, Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 "Strix Point" APU & RTX 4070 Laptop GPU into a sleek, ultra-slim gaming machine.

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2024 Edition) Gaming Laptop Review: AMD "Strix Point" Ryzen AI 9 HX 370

September 27, 2024 | An absolute masterpiece, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2024 Edition) gaming laptop promotes a modern aesthetic in a compact gaming machine.

ASUS Zenbook S16 Laptop Review - Showcasing AMD's Strix Point APU

September 26, 2024 | Powered by AMD's new Strix Point APU, ASUS has an ultra-thin, ultra-light Zenbook S16 laptop that just oozes style, performance, and class.

AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 "Strix Point" APU: Windows 11 23H2 vs. 24H2

September 2, 2024 | AMD's new Zen 5 (and even Zen 4 and other processors) get a MAJOR performance boost with the new Windows 11 update. Let's dive into some benchmarks!

AMD Ryzen 9 9950X CPU Review - Top Dog Zen 5 Tested

August 29, 2024 | AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X processor delivers an uptick in IPC with improvements in power consumption, but is it really enough to warrant upgrading? Let's see.

AMD Ryzen 7 9700X CPU Review - Zen 5 Gamer's Choice

August 7, 2024 | The Ryzen 7 9700X is a gaming champ and significantly more efficient than its previous-gen counterpart. AMD's Zen 5 is the real deal.

AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU Review - Mainstream Zen 5 Tested

August 7, 2024 | Mainstream desktop Zen 5 is a winner. The Ryzen 5 9600X is a powerful and efficient CPU that rivals the 170W Ryzen 9 7950X gaming performance.