➀ MSI introduces the 'X3D Gaming Mode' to enhance performance on Ryzen processors; ➁ The feature benefits dual CCD processors like the Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Ryzen 7 9800X3D; ➂ It allows disabling other CCD or SMT for improved gaming performance.
Recent #AMD news in the semiconductor industry
➀ AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor is overclocked to 6.9GHz, achieving over 1000FPS in Counter-Strike 2 and over 2000FPS in Valorant; ➁ The overclocking is done using LN2 cooling and an ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Gene motherboard; ➂ The processor consumes only 100W of power while delivering impressive gaming performance.
➀ AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU has quickly sold out in the US and UK; ➁ Scalpers are selling the CPU at inflated prices; ➂ The situation is different in Germany, with retailers having stock.
➀ The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D CPU has been leaked in a gaming benchmark for the game Factorio, confirming its existence and testing phase. ➁ However, the benchmark results are unreliable due to inconsistencies and unknown variables, such as potential overclocking. ➂ The Ryzen 9950X3D is likely to be inbound soon, if it's getting to the point where prerelease samples are showing up in benchmarks.
➀ ASUS has released a BIOS update for select AMD AM5 motherboards, introducing 'Turbo Game Mode' to optimize gaming performance for X3D processors; ➁ This feature disables one of the CPU's chiplets and Simultaneous Multi-Threading to enhance single-threaded performance, reducing latency and improving efficiency in games; ➂ The feature will allow users and gamers to tweak the game-focused performance, and multi-threaded setups for different workloads easily.
➀ The October 2024 Steam Hardware & Software Survey shows NVIDIA with a 77.37% share of the GPU market, with the top 34 GPUs being GeForce products. The most popular GPU is the GeForce RTX 3060; ➁ The Radeon RX 6600 is the most popular desktop Radeon option, ranking 35th, followed by the Radeon RX 580; ➂ AMD has two RDNA 3 options in the list - the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT, while NVIDIA's latest GeForce RTX 40 Series has five entries in the Top 20.
➀ Apple's new M4 Max processor outperforms Intel's Core Ultra 9 285K and AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X in Geekbench 6 single-core benchmarks; ➁ In multi-core tests, the M4 Pro surpasses the Ryzen 9 but falls slightly behind the Core Ultra 9; ➂ The M4 Max achieves a single-core score of 3925 in Geekbench 6, surpassing the Core Ultra 9's 3450 and Ryzen 9 9950X's 3359.
➀ AMD hinted that Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 might be the first game to feature its next-gen FSR, likely FSR 4, which will use AI for the first time. ➁ AMD is collaborating with Activision to enhance the game experience with FSR 3.1 and future AI-based FSR. ➃ AMD's Jack Huynh revealed that the company is working with Activision to enable the next generation ML-Based FSR on Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
➀ AMD's Ryzen 9800X3D is rumored to be priced $30 more than its predecessor, the 7800X3D, potentially setting its MSRP at $479; ➁ PC gamers who missed the chance to buy the Ryzen 7800X3D for under $300 may regret not doing so; ➂ The Ryzen 9800X3D's gaming gains are expected to be around 8% compared to the 7800X3D.
➀ The OneXFly F1 Pro gaming handheld by OneXPlayer is powered by AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 'Strix Point' APU with 12 Zen 5 CPU cores and an RDNA 3.5 GPU. It features a 7-inch 144Hz OLED display. ➁ The device weighs 596g and includes customizable RGB lighting. ➂ The handheld is expected to launch around CES 2025.
➀ AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D features 8 cores and 16 threads with Zen 5 architecture, a 120W TDP, next-gen 3D V-Cache, 96MB of L3 cache, and an unlocked multiplier; ➁ The processor has a 4.7GHz base clock and up to 5.2GHz boost clock; ➂ It is compatible with all AMD 600-series motherboards and has an unlocked multiplier.
➀ AMD Ryzen 9800X3D has been leaked with strong non-gaming performance in Geekbench; ➁ The CPU is expected to have a base clock of 4.7GHz and a boost clock of 5.2GHz; ➂ Ryzen 9800X3D is nearly as fast as the Ryzen 9950X in single-core performance.
➀ AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor with 3D V-Cache technology is set to be the fastest gaming CPU; ➁ The processor offers a 16% IPC increase, 96MB L3 cache, and support for DDR5 memory; ➂ It is built on the Zen 5 architecture with a 4nm manufacturing process.
➀ AYANEO's new eGPU solution, the AG01 Starship, is now available for purchase; ➁ It features an AMD Radeon RX 7600M XT GPU with 8GB DDR6 memory; ➂ The dock supports various connectivity options and has a sci-fi design.
➀ Researchers have developed a brain implant that allows legally blind patients to read again; ➁ The implant, called Prima, bypasses the retina and communicates directly with the brain through electrical signals; ➂ The technology is promising for treating age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
➀ AYANEO is teasing its next flagship gaming handheld, the AYANEO 3; ➁ The AYANEO 3 is expected to feature AMD's Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor and FSR 4 AI upscaling; ➂ The device aims to revolutionize the way we interact with games, offering a high-performance gaming experience with advanced software and hardware features.
➀ Ryzen 9800X3D benchmarks show up to a 20% performance jump over 7800X3D; ➁ The 9800X3D is expected to debut on November 7, targeting PC gamers; ➂ The benchmarks show a significant improvement in non-gaming workloads.
➀ Microsoft's DirectSR tool has been updated to support AMD FSR 3.1; ➁ The tool simplifies the integration of upscaling options into games; ➂ AMD FSR 3.1 improves image quality and reduces artifacts.
➀ AI is driving significant growth in the semiconductor industry; ➁ The AI IC market is expected to reach $110 billion in 2024; ➂ NVIDIA leads the AI IC market with a projected revenue of $96 billion.
➀ Google is rumored to switch to TSMC's N3E process for Tensor G5; ➁ The report also clarifies that Google has chosen not to use 2nm technology for Tensor G6; ➂ The move could impact the competition in the AI and smartphone chip markets.