➀ AMD's new EPYC 4124P processor, a quad-core CPU, is tested in gaming scenarios; ➁ The processor, based on the Zen 4 architecture, offers over 60 FPS in demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077; ➂ The CPU is tested with RTX 4060 and RTX 4070 Super GPUs, showing good performance in most titles.

➀ AOOSTAR has launched a new Mini-PC with AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU; ➁ It features 32GB LPDDR5X-8000 memory, 1TB SSD, and OCulink connectivity; ➂ The system supports a 54W TDP, Wi-Fi 7, and includes a custom cooling solution.

➀ Ayar Labs, an optical I/O specialist, has raised $155 million, bringing its total funding to $370 million and valuing the company over $1 billion.➁ The round was led by Advent Global Opportunities and Light Street Capital, with participation from AMD Ventures, Intel Capital, Nvidia, 3M Ventures, and Autopilot, among others.➂ Ayar Labs has developed in-package optical I/O technology to enhance AI infrastructure efficiency and performance.

➀ AMD is integrating direct RF-sampling data converters into its Versal adaptive SoCs, aiming at high-resolution and high sample-rate RF applications. The Versal RF Series is set to provide advanced capabilities for aerospace and defense, as well as test and measurement markets. ➁ The new series combines high-resolution RF data converters, hard IP DSP compute blocks, AI engines, and an Arm subsystem in a single chip. ➂ The series is expected to deliver up to 80 TOPS of DSP compute power, with improved performance over the previous generation.

➀ DFI has unveiled the RAP310, a high-performance microATX industrial motherboard; ➁ It is powered by AMD's AM5 socket platform with LGA design and the latest AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processor; ➂ The motherboard offers robust memory support and advanced visual capabilities.

➀ ASUS showcased the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X processor passively cooled with a Noctua cooler in the ASUS ProArt chassis, running at 95°C under 220W load; ➁ The ProArt series is designed for quieter operation with wooden aesthetics; ➂ While not recommended for the Ryzen 9 9950X, passive cooling is suitable for lower-power processors like the Ryzen 7 9800X3D.

➀ This article highlights the significant growth in server CPU core counts from 2010 to 2025, showing the increasing competition and architectural choices in the market. ➁ The growth rate of server CPU core counts is accelerating, and the number of vendors participating is proliferating. ➂ The article discusses the challenges of selling general-purpose compute servers versus AI servers, and the impact of AI on the industry.

➀ AMD is working to improve Ryzen 9 9800X3D stock levels; ➁ Availability expected in early 2025; ➂ Currently sold out everywhere

➀ Gaming GPU sales dropped 14.5% in Q3 2024; ➁ Nvidia's market share increased from 88% to 90%; ➂ Concerns over tariffs and economic recession may impact GPU sales.

➀ GPD launches the Win Max 2 (2025) with a 10.1-inch 1080p 120Hz display and AMD Ryzen AI HX 370 'Strix Point' APU; ➁ Features include 64GB LPDDR5X-7500 memory, dual M.2 SSD slots, and 4G LTE support; ➂ Priced at $1462, the device offers comprehensive connectivity options.

➀ The departure of CEO Pat Gelsinger highlights ongoing issues at Intel; ➁ Semiconductor technology and supply chain control are crucial in the AI era; ➂ Intel's board of directors has made a series of poor decisions over the past two decades.

➀ AMD's Ryzen 9 9800X3D has become a hot commodity due to its impressive gaming performance; ➁ The CPU is currently in short supply, with retailers selling out and pre-orders unavailable; ➂ AMD is working to increase supply and expects availability to improve in the upcoming quarter.

➀ Valve is reportedly testing a new SteamOS-based device called Fremont; ➁ The device may be the successor to the Steam Box, with hints of AMD's Ryzen processors and RDNA 3 graphics; ➂ The device's specifications and potential release date remain unclear.

➀ A class-action lawsuit alleges that UnitedHealthcare uses a faulty algorithm to deny patient coverage, filed by two now-deceased individuals. ➁ UnitedHealthcare CEO Brain Thompson was killed in Midtown Manhattan earlier this week, and the suspect is currently on the run. ➂ The lawsuit claims UnitedHealthcare pushed employees to use an algorithm with a 90% error rate to deny coverage.

➀ AMD confirms Radeon RX 8800 and RX 8600 GPUs via ROCm patches; ➁ The ROCm library code reveals the naming of the next-generation graphics cards; ➂ The RX 8800 series will be powered by the Navi 48 GPU, and the RX 8600 series will use the Navi 44 GPU.

➀ Geekom is reportedly preparing the QS series of mini-PCs with the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite chip; ➁ This device will be the first Snapdragon X Elite mini-PC, as Qualcomm unexpectedly canceled the Snapdragon X Elite dev kit; ➂ The mini-PC's specifications, pricing, or additional information are not yet known.

➀ Onix Technology Limited is reportedly affiliated with Sapphire Technology Limited; ➁ Onix's new brand is seemingly associated with Sapphire; ➂ Sapphire may have chosen Intel Arc over Nvidia GPUs due to tight allocations.

➀ ASUS will showcase its new X870-based BTF motherboards at CES 2025; ➁ The motherboards will launch alongside AMD's Ryzen 9 9000X3D processors; ➂ AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D and 9900X3D processors will also debut at the event.

➀ AMD's Radeon RX 8800 XT, the top RDNA 4 GPU, is set for mass production in December with 25% less power consumption and 45% better ray tracing performance than the 7900 XTX; ➁ NVIDIA's upcoming GeForce RTX 5070 is expected to surpass the RDNA 4 stack at CES 2025; ➂ The RX 8800 XT is the last RDNA 4 card before UDNA, with performance and power consumption rumors suggesting significant improvements.

➀ The rise of RISC-V cores and the challenges of certification; ➁ The role of Breker Verification Systems in the certification process; ➂ The complexity of certifying RISC-V ISA implementations and the efforts of RISC-V International.