Recent #AMD news in the semiconductor industry

6 months ago

➀ AMD unveiled its next-gen Radeon RX 9060 XT GPU with 16GB VRAM and Threadripper Pro 9000 CPUs featuring up to 96 cores at Computex 2025.

➁ The livestream faced multiple technical interruptions, including freezes and outages, sparking humorous speculation among viewers.

➂ AMD showcased AI-driven innovations like real-time medical imaging analysis, voice translation tools, and FSR 'Redstone' for enhanced gaming graphics.

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6 months ago

➀ AMD's Computex 2025 keynote focuses on client and workstation products, led by Senior VP Jack Huynh;

➁ Anticipated announcements include Zen 5-based Threadripper CPUs, mainstream RDNA 4 Radeon GPUs (response to NVIDIA's RTX 5060), and promotion of Ryzen AI MAX laptops;

➂ Emphasis on gaming, workstation hardware, and competition in the mainstream GPU market.

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6 months ago

➀ Razer unveils the thinnest Blade 14 laptop at Computex 2025, featuring Nvidia RTX 50 series GPUs (5060/5070) and AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 processor.

➀ The laptop boasts a redesigned thermal system with a 'Thermal Hood' and vapor chamber, a 14-inch 3K OLED 120Hz display, and up to 11-hour battery life.

➂ Priced from $2,299, it aims to challenge Asus TUF Gaming A14 as the top 14-inch gaming laptop.

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6 months ago

➀ MSI introduced its first AMD-powered gaming handheld, the Claw A8 BZ2EM, featuring AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme, Hall Effect controls, and a modular M.2 SSD design;

➁ Refreshed Crosshair (Intel/AMD) and Cyborg gaming laptops debuted with RTX 5060/5070 GPUs, 240Hz screens, and prices starting at $1,149;

➂ MSI expanded partnerships with AMG Motorsport for specialty laptops but withheld global pricing and availability details for new devices

AMDMSIgaming
6 months ago

➀ Sanmina acquired ZT Systems' manufacturing division from AMD for $2.55B upfront and up to $3B total, aiming to expand U.S. production capacity;

➁ The sale follows AMD's 2024 acquisition of ZT Systems for data center infrastructure capabilities, with AMD divesting manufacturing to avoid conflicts with customers;

➂ Transition allows AMD to focus on rack-scale system design while Sanmina gains hyperscale manufacturing expertise tied to clients like Microsoft Azure.

AMDZT Systems
6 months ago

➀ The Endorfy Fortis 5 air cooler delivers quiet operation and sufficient cooling for AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D at stock settings, though it struggles with Intel i7/i9 CPUs.

➁ Featuring six direct-touch copper heatpipes, a thick single-tower heatsink, and a 140mm ARGB fan with 100,000+ hour durability, it prioritizes real-world usability over extreme overclocking.

➂ Tested in closed-case environments for authenticity, it offers easy installation and full RAM clearance, making it ideal for mainstream users seeking reliable thermal performance.

AMDCooling
6 months ago

➀ Future Horizons CEO Malcolm Penn predicts a prolonged semiconductor industry recession, citing stagnant unit shipments 16% below the long-term trend;

➁ Siemens launches Questa One AI-powered software suite to address declining first-time silicon success rates (14% for ASIC, 13% for FPGA);

➂ Raspberry Pi OS updates include enhanced screen locking, touchscreen handling, and printer management in its final Debian Bookworm version;

➃ AMD, Nvidia, and AWS partner with Saudi Arabia's Humain to build a $5B+ AI infrastructure zone;

➄ Siemens certifies Calibre nmPlatform and Analog FastSPICE tools for Intel's 18A process technology.

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6 months ago

➀ Alphacool expands its Core GPU Cooler series with 21 new water blocks for AMD's RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT GPUs, covering models from ASRock, Asus, Gigabyte, and others;

➀ The cooling blocks feature chrome-plated copper plates, brass connectors, and include backplates and pre-applied thermal paste for optimized heat dissipation;

➂ Priced at around €200, these blocks highlight the RX 9070 series' popularity, with non-XT models gaining traction for their efficiency and value.

AMDLiquid Cooling
6 months ago

➀ Zotac announces new mini-PCs powered by AMD's Strix Halo APUs and Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti/5070 GPUs, set to debut at Computex;

➁ Models include the Magnus-E lineup with Intel Core Ultra 7 and desktop GPUs, plus an AMD-focused Magnus EA variant with Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and up to 128GB unified memory;

➂ AMD's Strix Halo APUs offer 16-core Zen 5 CPUs and 40 RDNA 3.5 CUs, rivaling RTX 4060/4070 laptop GPUs.

AMDNVIDIAZotac
6 months ago

➀ A cybersecurity expert developed proof-of-concept CPU ransomware exploiting AMD Zen vulnerabilities, allowing attackers to manipulate microcode and bypass traditional defenses;

➀ The ransomware could encrypt data at the firmware level, surviving OS reinstallation and evading antivirus detection;

➂ The researcher warns of an imminent wave of advanced attacks and calls for systemic improvements in hardware security to address weak passwords and unpatched vulnerabilities.

AMDcybersecurity
6 months ago

➀ AWS plans to invest over $5 billion to establish an 'AI Zone' in Saudi Arabia, featuring data centers for AI training and services like SageMaker and Bedrock;

➁ AMD and Humain will invest $10 billion to deploy 500MW of AI compute capacity using AMD's Instinct GPUs, EPYC CPUs, and ROCm software ecosystem, targeting multi-exaflop capacity by 2026;

➂ NVIDIA and Humain will build data centers with up to 500MW capacity powered by advanced GPUs, including a Grace Blackwell AI supercomputer, and collaborate on AI talent development through the Omniverse platform.

AIAMDNVIDIA
6 months ago

➀ AMD's EPYC 4005 'Grado' Zen 5 processors dominate the entry server market with up to 16 cores at 65W TDP, doubling Intel Xeon's core count;

➁ Features include DDR5-5600 support, AVX-512 capabilities, and a 4585PX SKU with 3D V-Cache for cache-intensive workloads;

➂ AMD's pricing undercuts Intel, offering higher core counts at lower costs, pressuring Intel's Xeon E-2400/Xeon 6300P lineup.

AMDIntelServer CPUs
6 months ago

➀ The ASRock Industrial 4X4 BOX-AI350 is a compact system powered by AMD's Ryzen AI 7 350, designed for workstation or light server use;

➁ It features a 4-inch square footprint with front/rear ports including USB4, HDMI 2.1, and dual Ethernet (1GbE/2.5GbE), but lacks port labeling;

➂ The review highlights its consistent chassis design, internal expandability, and potential for low-power AI/edge computing applications.

AIAMD
6 months ago

➀ The Supermicro H13SAE-MF is an mATX motherboard designed for AMD EPYC 4000 series processors, supporting up to 192GB DDR5 memory and PCIe Gen5 slots;

➁ It features front-to-back airflow optimization, dual M.2 Gen5 slots, and robust I/O including 10Gbps/20Gbps USB ports and triple gigabit NICs;

➂ Positioned for both server and workstation use, it balances high-performance connectivity with enterprise-grade reliability.

AMDSupermicro
6 months ago

➀ The review examines the Gigabyte R113-C10, a cost-effective 1U server chassis designed for AMD EPYC 4000 series CPUs, targeting dedicated hosting and entry-level server applications;

➁ It features two hot-swap 2.5" SATA drive bays, a 400W PSU, basic rear I/O with dual 1GbE ports, and a PCIe Gen5 expansion slot, but lacks NVMe support or advanced networking;

➂ Compared to Lenovo's ST45 V3, it offers shorter depth (393mm) and lower pricing, making it a budget-friendly option despite limited scalability.

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