AMD reverses course, releases microcode update to fix Sinkclose flaw in Ryzen 3000 CPUs
CPUs from 2019 will be protected against the dangerous low-level vulnerability
AMD's Ryzen 9000 series are slightly faster on Windows admin accounts – and no one knows why
Is elevating system privileges for additional FPS worth the risk?
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X Review: We've Seen This Before...
The Ryzen 9 9950X is AMD's most powerful Zen 5 desktop offering. Dual CCD Ryzen CPUs have never been the best options for gamers, but they have been the best options for those who like to work and play.
Were we wrong about Zen 5?
Misleading comparisons and misconceptions
Recap: We got our first look at AMD's new Ryzen 5 9600X and Ryzen 7 9700X processors last week, and it's fair to say we weren't impressed with what we saw. That said, online reviews were very mixed, despite reporting similar performance data overall. There were minimal gains in games, with mixed productivity performance. But that mixed reception from reviewers left readers confused, with many asking the question: Are these new Zen 5 processors good or bad? It's a fair question, and the answer is, as usual, "it depends."
Opinion: AMD Keeps Botching Launches
AMD keeps botching their product launches, and Zen 5 is just another example in a string of releases over the last two years that range from disappointing to downright embarrassing.
AMD Ryzen 5 9600X Review: Poor Value for Gamers
In a nutshell, what makes the Ryzen 5 9600X a bad product is the fact that it's often slower than its predecessor and yet somehow costs 40% more. There's no reason anyone should buy this CPU.
AMD confirms Ryzen 9000 CPU series pricing: 9950X starts at $649
Zen 5 launch prices are slightly below Ryzen 7000 predecessors
AMD Ryzen 7 9700X Review: Zen 5 Arrives
Today we're taking our first look at AMD's new Zen 5 processors, starting with the Ryzen 7 9700X, their latest 8-core / 16-thread CPU designed to replace the 7700X.
AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X is down 60% from its launch price at $179
If you're still rocking a Ryzen 2000 or 3000 series, you have the option of upgrading to a 5800X for just $179 without replacing your AM4 motherboard. This upgrade offers a significant improvement in both gaming and application performance.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 benchmarks suggest exceptional performance for handheld gaming
Even throttled to just 17W, the 370 APU crushes Doom Eternal at 60fps on high settings
What just happened? The new Ryzen AI 9 365 and AI 9 HX 370 chips are generating a lot of buzz for bringing solid performance and efficiency gains over their predecessors as well as the competition. But a new 'hypothetical' benchmark now shows how well the flagship AI 9 HX 370 could perform in a gaming handheld form factor if given the chance.
AMD AM5 Mini-ITX Motherboard Roundup for Ryzen 7000/8000/9000
A roundup of all the AMD AM5 Mini-ITX motherboards we could get our hands on, from the likes of Asus, Asrock, Gigabyte, and MSI. Compared and benchmarked.
AMD Ryzen 9000 CPU lineup pricing leaks, with the 9950X launching at $599
9900X at $449, 9700X is $359, and the 9600X launches at $279
A typo might be the reason for the Zen 5 delay – meanwhile, the 9950X scores a record 6.5GHz in Cinebench
Reports indicate all CPUs were mistakenly labeled as "Ryzen 9"
Cheap vs. Premium DDR5: Stock vs. EXPO/XMP Memory
When building a new PC, should you play it safe with official memory specs, or aim for maximum performance with XMP and EXPO DDR5 kits? Let's find out the answer with a few gaming benchmarks.
AMD delays Zen 5 launch for further testing after quality issues emerge
The new launch is set for two dates in August
DDR5 vs. DDR4 in the Latest PC Games
As next-gen CPUs quickly approach, we've updated all our CPU benchmark data and have retested some Intel CPUs to highlight DDR5's impact on modern PC gaming performance.
AMD teases Ryzen 9000 performance ahead of July 31 launch, details B850 and B840 chipsets
Release date, specs, and performance insights, but pricing remains a mystery
x56 AMD B650 Motherboard Roundup: VRM Thermals and Then Some
We're updating our AMD B650 VRM thermal database for a grand total of 56 motherboards. In addition to testing new popular boards from Asrock, MSI, and Gigabyte, we can tell you which models to avoid.
AMD engineer tells the tale of when the PlayStation 4 saved the chipmaker from bankruptcy
Jaguar kept the lights on during the post-Athlon, pre-Zen days
Cybertruck-themed mini PC crowdfunding launches, featuring AMD's Ryzen 7 8845HS
Hopefully more reliable than the real EV
The Best Gaming CPUs of the Past Two Generations: The Full Update
Soon we'll see the arrival of AMD's Zen 5-based Ryzen 9000 CPUs, but in the meantime we've updated all our CPU benchmark data to recap how the current Intel and AMD generations played out.
Pre-launch testing of Ryzen AI Zen 5 APU confirms AMD's IPC claims
The tests are pretty comprehensive
Ryzen 7 7700 gets discounted at several retailers, down to $246
The Ryzen 7 7700 offers solid gaming performance at a great new low price point, and the included Wraith Prism RGB cooler makes the deal even more appealing. If you need extra power, the R7 7700X is also available for $275.
It's Unnecessary But, AMD Is Basically Lying About CPU Performance
Did you know that AMD's old Zen 3 CPUs released back in 2019 are actually faster for gaming than Intel's latest Raptor Lake architecture? It's true, and AMD has the graphs to prove it.
