Recent #AMD news in the semiconductor industry
➀ The Radeon AI Pro R9700 is AMD's latest professional graphics card, designed for AI development and high-throughput inference.
➁ It features 32GB of GDDR6 VRAM and is similar to the Radeon RX 9070 XT in specifications, but with double the VRAM.
➂ The card is expected to be priced around $1,200 and is ready for multi-GPU workstation deployments.
➀ Nvidia and AMD allegedly agreed to pay 15% of China-sourced GPU revenues to the U.S. government to unlock restricted AI chip exports, including H20 and MI308 models;
➁ The unprecedented revenue-sharing deal reflects a strategic shift in U.S. export controls, balancing security concerns with market competition;
➂ Chinese state media criticized Nvidia's H20 chips as 'unsafe,' mirroring Western scrutiny of Chinese semiconductors, amid rising AI chip rivalry.
➀ The U.S. White House allows NVIDIA and AMD to export AI chips to China under a licensing agreement requiring 15% of revenue to be paid to the U.S. government, expected to generate $2 billion in 2025;
➁ NVIDIA plans to sell over $15 billion of its H20 chip (a downgraded product for compliance) to China, while AMD aims for $800 million in M1308 chip sales, amid debates over export restrictions and technology competitiveness;
➂ NVIDIA emphasized the need for flexible export controls to maintain U.S. leadership in AI, with potential expansion of the licensing model to semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
➀ A Reddit user showcased a fully cardboard-built gaming PC featuring fictional specs like an unreleased AMD 5800GT CPU, DDR8 RAM, and PCIe 6.0 SSD;
➁ The build mimics real PC assembly with detailed components, including a functional vacuum cleaner for cooling and RGB lighting;
➂ Despite non-functionality, the creative effort highlights enthusiast craftsmanship and humor, down to omitting thermal paste for a cardboard CPU.
➀ AMD quietly introduced two RDNA 3-based GPUs: the Radeon RX 7400 for budget gaming and Pro W7400 for workstations.
➁ The RX 7400 uses Navi 33 silicon with 1,792 Stream Processors, 8GB GDDR6 (10.8 Gbps), and a 55W TBP, requiring no external power.
➂ Both GPUs target cost-sensitive markets, with AMD leveraging Navi 33's lower production costs to offer competitive pricing, though exact MSRPs remain unannounced.
➀ The Framework Desktop showcases strong 1080p gaming performance with AMD's Strix Halo APU and integrated Radeon 8060S graphics;
➁ Limited upgradeability due to soldered RAM/CPU, but offers storage customization and front-panel modular ports;
➂ High price ($1,599+) positions it against gaming PCs with discrete GPUs, favoring niche users needing massive RAM for AI/creative workflows.
➀ AMD reports record $7.685B Q2 2025 revenue driven by 69% YoY growth in client CPUs and 73% surge in gaming GPUs;
➁ An $800M write-off from MI308 GPU export restrictions to China slashed gross margins to 40%, but net income still rose 229% YoY;
➂ Projects Q3 revenue of $8.7B±$300M, fueled by MI350 AI accelerators and holiday season demand.
➀ AMD推出Radeon RX 9060,作为9060 XT的非XT版本,占据Radeon RX 9000系列底端位置;
➁ 该入门级显卡在《刺客信条:幻景》、《地平线:零之曙光 重制版》、《生化危机》等游戏中可实现高达100帧以上的原生1080p超清设置帧率;
➂ Radeon RX 9060配备28个RDNA 4计算单元、1792个流处理器、28个光线加速器、56个AI加速器、64个ROP和112个纹理映射单元,内存为8GB GDDR6(18Gbps),总线宽度为128位,提供高达288GB/s的内存带宽。
➀ Fitch Ratings downgraded Intel's credit rating to BBB due to weak demand, profitability challenges, and high debt leverage (EBITDA ratio 5.0x in 2024);
➁ Intense competition from AMD, Broadcom, and Qualcomm in PCs and AI, coupled with execution risks in technology and foundry strategies, further impacted the rating;
➂ Despite solid liquidity ($21.2B cash reserves), Intel needs successful product launches (e.g., 18A chips) and debt reduction to recover its rating.
➀ AMD's Ryzen Z2 Extreme outperforms Intel's Lunar Lake by 8.5% in 17W gaming benchmarks on MSI Claw handheld devices, with smoother 1% lows;
➁ At 30W, AMD maintains a 6% lead despite Intel's higher power scaling, leveraging Zen 5 architecture and RDNA 3.5 GPU efficiency;
➂ Z2 Extreme's hybrid core design and 4nm process redefine handheld gaming performance, though Intel retains ultra-low power advantages (<10W).
➀ The Dell PowerEdge R6715 is a 1U server with direct liquid cooling for AMD EPYC processors, emphasizing efficient thermal management for high-density computing;
➁ It features flexible configurations including multiple drive bays, dual OCP NIC 3.0 slots, and PCIe Gen5 expansion options;
➂ The system is designed for modern data centers with standardized rack liquid cooling integration and redundant Titanium-level power supplies.
➀ A severely damaged AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT, previously subjected to a failed DIY oven reflow attempt, was expertly repaired by Northwest Repairs through GPU core and VRAM reballing;
➁ Thermal imaging and memory tests revealed short circuits and faulty VRAM chips, requiring meticulous component replacement and pad repairs;
➂ The restoration highlights the technical mastery of professional repair services in salvaging high-end hardware, emphasizing sustainability and the value of skilled craftsmanship in DIY culture.
➀ STH explains its choice of AMD EPYC over Arm in 2025 infrastructure, citing Arm's challenges in enterprise adoption, including installed base compatibility, hardware limitations, and insufficient software support;
➁ Power efficiency gains from Arm are now minimal compared to AMD/Intel x86 CPUs, especially with AI GPU servers dominating power consumption (e.g., AMD Instinct MI325X at 1kW/accelerator);
➂ Enterprise Arm adoption faces hardware scarcity and vendor neglect: NVIDIA Grace CPUs are outdated for general workloads, while major vendors like Dell/HPE offer limited Arm options (e.g., HPE ProLiant RL300 Gen11's market failure).
➀ AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D gaming CPU drops to $449 at Amazon, offering the best 8-core gaming performance;
➁ The processor utilizes 3D V-Cache technology and improved thermal design, delivering 8% performance gains over its predecessor;
➂ Dominates Intel in 1080p gaming benchmarks, especially in esports titles like CS2 and Valorant.
➀ Intel's XeSS 2.1 SDK enables cross-platform frame generation for AMD/Nvidia GPUs including GTX 10-series and RX 5000 series, though RTX 30/RX 6000+ is recommended;
➁ XeLL low-latency mode now works on non-Intel GPUs but requires active frame generation, with developers needing to adopt the updated SDK for implementation;
➂ Despite the openness, adoption is limited with only 22 games supporting XeSS 2, highlighting challenges against entrenched solutions like FSR and DLSS.
➀ Battlefield 6 (BF6) requires surprisingly modest hardware, needing a 10th-gen Intel or Ryzen 3000 CPU and RTX 3060 Ti/RX 6700 XT GPU for optimal performance;
➁ EA confirms the game won’t run on Steam Deck at launch due to discrete GPU requirements but may work on handhelds with external GPUs or AMD Strix Halo chips;
➂ The free-to-play approach drives lower specs, contrasting with recent AAA titles demanding cutting-edge hardware.
➀ AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D, dubbed the 'best gaming CPU,' hits a historic low price of £399 at Amazon UK;
➁ The processor leverages 3D V-Cache technology for superior gaming performance, excelling in esports and 1080p resolution with 8% gains over the previous generation;
➂ Thermal design improvements and unlocked overclocking capabilities make it a top choice for high-performance gaming builds.
➀ Ayaneo announces Next 2 handheld with AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU and Radeon 8060S GPU (40 CUs), targeting desktop-level gaming performance;
➁ The device adopts an internal high-capacity battery and dual-fan cooling system, contrasting with GPD Win 5's external battery solution;
➂ Despite a 55W default TDP and thermal challenges, Ayaneo claims breakthrough battery life via optimized design for AMD's power-hungry Strix Halo chip.
Get AMD's 7800X3D gaming CPU, plus a white Gigabyte B650E Aorus Elite motherboard for $449 at Newegg
➀ Newegg offers a combo deal with AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU and Gigabyte B650E Aorus Elite X Ice motherboard for $449, saving over $150;
➁ The 7800X3D features 8 cores, 16 threads, 5.0 GHz boost, and supports PCIe 5.0/DDR5-5200;
➂ Though no longer cutting-edge, this bundle remains a cost-effective option for gamers and Windows 11 upgraders.