AMD RDNA4 graphics cards may only receive a minor bump in ray tracing performance
Rumor mill: Although the last few generations of AMD graphics cards have matched their Nvidia equivalents in rasterization performance and often featured more memory, Team Red has been a step behind in hardware-accelerated ray tracing ever since it debuted in consumer hardware. New information regarding the company's next GPU lineup suggests the situation won't change.
CPU Cache vs. Cores: AMD Ryzen Edition
In this article, we'll take a look at how L3 cache capacity affects gaming performance. More specifically, we'll be examining AMD's Zen 3-based Ryzen processors in a "for science" type of feature.
Nvidia is allegedly punishing customers with shipment delays, former AMD VP labels it a "GPU cartel"
Nvidia has a history of unsavory behavior
A hot potato: Nvidia is experiencing the kind of success most companies could only dream of right now, and it's all thanks to the generative AI boom. But not everyone is praising Jensen Huang and his firm. After a rival chip maker accused it of delaying orders of AI GPUs to customers who are courting other suppliers, a former AMD vice president has called Team Green "the GPU cartel."
AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE Re-Review: You Can Buy the Golden Rabbit Now
This is not the first time we're testing AMD's Radeon RX 7900 GRE (Golden Rabbit). That actually happened 6 months ago, but this is the first time you can actually buy it, and at a much lower price.
AMD X3D CPU Versus: 5800X3D vs 5700X3D vs 5600X3D
We compare the three X3D chips available on the AM4 platform: the Ryzen 5 5600X3D, Ryzen 7 5700X3D, and Ryzen 7 5800X3D to see which model offers the best value to PC gamers.
AMD Zen 6 CPUs might integrate RDNA 5 for improved iGPU performance
Rumor mill: Although AMD has been integrating graphics into recent generations of its mainstream desktop CPUs, that implementation has been somewhat of an afterthought, with APUs receiving the company's best iGPUs. However, a reliable source suggests that this practice might change with Zen 6.
Nvidia and AMD Price Cut Battle, Great GPUs Discontinued - GPU Pricing Update
For the return of our monthly GPU pricing updates, we took a short break to review the newcomers and see where everything settled. We're in store for a bumper episode as there's much to discuss.
AMD Zen 5 CPUs tipped to enter mass production in Q3 2024
Ryzen 9000 "Granite Ridge" CPUs with Zen 5 cores are coming later this year
AMD Ryzen 7 5700 Review: A Scammy CPU?
In testing the Ryzen 7 5700, we feel we've stumbled upon a product that is borderline scammy, or is at best anti-consumer. But maybe we're overreacting, so let's take a look and see what you think.
Price drop: Ryzen 9 7900X3D makes for a tempting case at $409
The Ryzen 9 7900X3D boasts 12 cores, 24 threads, a 120W TDP, 140MB cache, and can boost all the way up to 5.6 GHz. An excellent performer, its biggest drawback was pricing, but dropped from $600 to $409, it makes for a far more compelling comparison.
AMD Ryzen CPUs are impacted by all of these serious vulnerabilities
A hot potato: All users with AMD Ryzen processors from the last few years should check and update their motherboard firmware ASAP, especially if they haven't done so since before 2023. AMD has published a detailed chart describing four severe security issues affecting server, desktop, workstation, HEDT, mobile, and embedded Zen CPUs. Recent BIOS updates have addressed most, but not all of the flaws.
AMD mid-range and entry-level RDNA 4 GPUs could match RTX 4080 and 4060 Ti
Rumor mill: Sources have previously told YouTuber Moore's Law is Dead that AMD plans to release only mid-range and entry-level graphics cards in its upcoming RDNA 4 series, likely launching sometime in 2024. A new report from the channel provides more concrete details regarding the die size, processors, and release window.
Overclocking the Ryzen 7 8700G's integrated Radeon 780M graphics
Not a ton of overclocking headroom on the iGPU
AMD sees surge in CPU revenue share, thanks to Epyc and Ryzen processor demand
Taking the fight to Intel
AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D Review: 3D V-Cache for $250
AMD's Ryzen 7 5700X3D, while technically new, is not really so. What we have here is binned silicon that couldn't be sold as a 5800X3D, but instead of throwing it away, it's been cut down and offered for just $250.
AMD Radeon 7900 XT gets price drop, down to $699
The GeForce Super effect means GPUs are slightly more competitive. AMD is adjusting the Radeon RX 7900 XT pricing down to $699 ($669 with coupon, from the original $900), making it a more appealing option and to better compete against the GeForce models tackling the $600 and $800 price points.
AMD hid a fun Easter egg on its Athlon K7 CPU that went undiscovered until now
Easter eggs are more fun when they aren't immediately discovered
Neat: Hardware photographer Fritzchens Fritz recently stumbled across a fascinating Easter egg when examining an Athlon Classic CPU from AMD. When inspecting an Athlon K7 under magnification, Fritz discovered a logo of the state of Texas in one corner, right above a revolver firing a bullet. It is believed the state is a nod to Austin where AMD has some facilities, but the gun could mean anything (perhaps AMD firing a shot at Intel?).
AMD is set to bring the heat with Zen 5, Ryzen 9000, and new X870E motherboards
In context: With mandatory USB4 support coming to AMD's next-gen X870E chipsets, upgrading to Zen 5 Ryzen 9000 CPUs could get pricey. The new connectivity standard requires an extra controller chip, which vendors will likely pass on as higher motherboard costs. Be ready to budget more than expected if you're planning a Zen 5 build.
Microsoft to skip a mid-cycle Xbox upgrade, while Sony is already working on PS6 and Vita 2
Usually Microsoft has contracts in place for a next-gen console by now, it may be considering Intel this time
Nvidia H100 AI GPUs might cost 3 to 6 times as much as AMD's MI300s
Enormous price difference seen between AMD and Nvidia data center GPUs
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G tested with overclocked DDR5 memory
The new Zen 4 APU can benefit from extreme memory frequencies
AMD CPUs and Windows 11 reach their highest user share ever in latest Steam survey
Almost half of all participants now use Windows 11
AMD stays vague on Radeon gaming performance amid downward 2023 financials
Slightly down across the board for the year
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G Review: Most Powerful Integrated Graphics
The Ryzen 7 8700G is a Zen 4, Ryzen 7000-class processor that also includes a Radeon 700M GPU on the same chip. AMD says the iGPU will be powerful enough to play pretty much any PC game at 1080p.
