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technology15 days ago•3 min saved

AMD’s Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition Doubles On-Die Cache for Gamers and Creators

AMD expands its 3D cache strategy with the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition, a 16-core/32-thread CPU that doubles on-die cache across two CCDs to boost both gaming and creator workloads, delivering a claimed 7–13% uplift in tasks like 3D rendering and Unreal Engine compile times, at a 200W TDP, slightly lower boost clock (5.6GHz) and a $700 price, launching April 22; real-world gains on non-creative apps remain unclear, and the move underscores AMD’s ongoing competition with Intel in the high-end desktop segment.

via Gizmodo|

#3d-cache #amd #cpus

technology1 month ago•10 min saved

Intel upgrades Arrow Lake with Core Ultra 200S Plus desktop CPUs

Intel’s Core Ultra 200S Plus (Arrow Lake Refresh) adds more cores, higher clock speeds, faster memory support, and improved inter‑chip communication to boost gaming performance by about 15%. The lineup includes 24‑core 270K Plus/270KF Plus (8 P‑cores, 16 E‑cores) at $299 and 6 P‑cores/12 E‑cores 250K/250KF Plus at $199, with prices roughly aligned to predecessors. They use the LGA 1851 socket and 800‑series chipsets and arrive March 26. Intel also touts the Binary Optimization Tool to enhance performance for games not optimized for newer CPUs.

via Ars Technica|

#cpus #desktop #gaming

technology1 month ago•8 min saved

Nvidia–Meta Pact Signals End-to-End AI Compute Era

WIRED reports Nvidia’s expanded deal with Meta—billions in GPUs plus Grace CPUs and the broader push into standalone CPUs and low-latency AI tech—to build hyperscale data centers for training and inference, signaling a shift from pure GPU purchases to an end-to-end AI compute stack. Analysts say CPUs are growing in importance for agentic AI, though GPUs remain central for heavy workloads, with Meta planning roughly $115–$135 billion in AI infra this year.

via WIRED|

#ai #cpus #gpus

technology3 months ago•1 min saved

Intel CES 2026 Launch: New CPUs, AI Updates, and Industry Expectations

Intel is launching its next-generation Panther Lake Core Ultra Series 3 CPUs at CES 2026, marking a significant milestone with the debut of its new 18A process technology, alongside refreshed Arrow Lake CPUs, AI innovations, and new GPU previews. The event will be streamed live on January 5, 2026, and will showcase upcoming Intel-powered devices and technologies.

via Wccftech|

#ai-updates #ces-2026 #cpus

technology5 months ago•4 min saved

AMD Unveils High-Performance CPUs and APUs Set to Disrupt Gaming and Low-End GPU Markets

AMD is developing new 'Max' CPUs, such as the Ryzen AI Max+ series, which could challenge low-end GPUs by offering integrated graphics capable of high-performance gaming, potentially replacing or supplementing traditional GPUs in budget-friendly gaming devices and handheld PCs.

via Gizmodo|

#amd #cpus #gaming

technology5 months ago•3 min saved

AMD Unveils New Ryzen AI MAX+ and Strix Halo CPUs with Enhanced Graphics and Performance

Two unreleased AMD CPUs, the Ryzen AI MAX+ 388 and Ryzen 7 9700X3D, have been spotted in PassMark, featuring 8 cores and integrated Radeon 8060S graphics, with the former likely targeting value gaming and the latter possibly a new Zen 6-based refresh, though details remain unofficial.

via Wccftech|

#amd-ryzen #cpus #passmark

technology5 months ago•2 min saved

Intel CPU Prices Surge in Korea Amid Alder and Raptor Lake Refresh Launches

Intel's 12th, 13th, and 14th-generation processors are experiencing significant price increases in South Korea, especially in the budget segment, with some SKUs like the Core i3 14100F rising by 15% and the Core i9 12900K by nearly 30%, mirroring recent trends in Japan, while prices in North America remain stable.

via Wccftech|

#cpus #intel #price-hike

technology6 months ago•6 min saved

Intel Panther Lake CPUs: First 18A Node, Performance Leaks, and Market Expectations

Intel's upcoming Panther Lake mobile CPUs, expected in Q4 2025, will feature the 18A process technology, new architecture with Xe3 graphics, and AI enhancements, marking a significant step for Intel's manufacturing and product strategy amid technical and political implications.

via Wccftech|

#18a-process #ai #cpus

technology6 months ago•2 min saved

Trump's Proposed Chip Tariffs Could Significantly Impact Consumer Electronics Prices

The Trump administration is considering implementing tariffs on consumer CPUs and GPUs based on the value of their foreign chip content, which could significantly increase prices if enacted, aiming to promote domestic chip manufacturing but potentially raising costs for products like AMD Ryzen and NVIDIA GPUs.

via Wccftech|

#chip-content #cpus #gpus

technology6 months ago•9 min saved

NVIDIA and Intel Collaborate on AI and Personal Computing Products

NVIDIA and Intel announced a collaboration to develop custom data center and personal computing products, integrating NVIDIA's AI and accelerated computing with Intel's CPU technologies, with NVIDIA investing $5 billion in Intel's stock to support this partnership.

via NVIDIA Newsroom|

#ai-infrastructure #cpus #intel

technology8 months ago•3 min saved

AMD Announces Pricing and Innovative Cooling for Ryzen Threadripper 9000 Series

AMD has announced the launch date and prices for its Ryzen Threadripper 9000 series HEDT CPUs, available from July 31st, with the flagship 64-core model priced at $4999, offering high performance for enthusiasts and professionals.

via Wccftech|

#amd #cpus #launch-date

business8 months ago•2 min saved

AMD Unveils High-End Threadripper Pro 9000 WX-Series and Pricing Details

AMD's stock declined after announcing the high-priced Threadripper Pro 9000 WX-Series CPUs, aimed at professionals with prices ranging from $1,649 to $11,699, set for release on July 23. Despite the price hike, AMD remains popular among investors, with analysts maintaining a moderate buy rating and an average price target of $141.87, though some see a potential downside. The company is also expected to release more affordable non-Pro Threadripper processors in the future.

via TipRanks|

#amd #business #cpus

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

AMD to Release Ryzen 9 3D V-Cache CPUs in January 2025

AMD is set to launch its high-end Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Ryzen 9 9900X3D CPUs with 3D V-Cache technology in late January 2025, following their debut at CES 2025. These new Zen 5-based processors, featuring 16 and 12 cores respectively, aim to build on the success of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D by offering enhanced gaming efficiency and overclocking capabilities. While specific clock speeds and TDPs are yet to be confirmed, the chips are expected to maintain a high level of performance and efficiency.

via Wccftech|

#3d-v-cache #amd #ces-2025

technology1 year ago•1 min saved

Intel CPUs Face Widespread Crash Issues, Developers Switch to AMD

Alderon Games is replacing its Intel 13th and 14th Gen-based servers with AMD due to significant instability issues, including thousands of crashes and potential SSD and memory corruption. Despite Intel's earlier claims that improper overclocking settings were to blame, the problems persist even on conservatively set server hardware. While some developers report improvements with recent BIOS updates, the root cause of the instability remains unresolved.

via The Verge|

#cpus #gaming #hardware-issues

technology1 year ago•4 min saved

Intel Unveils Lunar Lake CPUs with Advanced AI and Graphics for 2024

Intel has unveiled details about its upcoming Lunar Lake CPUs, set to compete with AMD, Qualcomm, and Apple. These processors will feature a neural processing unit (NPU) to meet Microsoft's Copilot+ PC requirements, upgraded P-cores and E-cores, a next-gen GPU architecture, and integrated RAM for improved efficiency. Lunar Lake simplifies some of the complex design elements of its predecessor, Meteor Lake, and is expected to be available in Q3 2024.

via Ars Technica|

#ai #cpus #intel