AMD is extending the longevity of its AM5 platform, further adding more life into the socket with future Ryzen CPU support. AM4 Is Still Going Strong, & AM5 Is Looking To Follow Its Predecessor With Extended Longevity The first AMD AM4 motherboards launched back in 2016. At that time, the socket supported one of the last AMD A-series APU family based on a Non-Zen architecture, called Bristol Ridge. Following these, the company introduced its "Ryzen" family featuring the Zen 1 architecture in 2017. This was followed by new Zen architectures such as Zen+, Zen 2, and Zen 3. Even to […]

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AMD could target a Q4 2026 launch for Zen 6 desktop with X3D SKUs AMD has reportedly taped out its Zen 6 desktop silicon, a new “B0” stepping that reportedly targets high frequencies to enable higher levels of desktop performance. Based on a report from Moore’s Law is Dead, this new “Zen 6 Powderhorn” stepping […]

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AMD's upcoming product stack is a complete mystery, but here are a few things we can expect at Computex. Zen 5-Based Desktop/Mobile Chips, Zen 6-Based Medusa Point, and More; Here's Everything We Know About AMD's New Product Stack The Computex 2026 event is scheduled for next week in Taipei, Taiwan, and major vendors have already prepared for their presentations. After CES, this event is the most anticipated one throughout the year, as almost every hardware maker presents their new and upcoming product stacks. The three major hardware players are also expected to reveal the latest hardware at the event, including […]

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