- AMD has introduced its next-generation of desktop and mobile processors at CES 2024.
- The new lineup includes the Ryzen 8000G series and the new Ryzen 5000 series of desktop processors.
- AMD has also introduced the 8040 series of mobile CPUs and the Radeon 7600 XT GPU.
With CES 2024 underway, the market is buzzing with new hardware and software launches as brands unveil their latest products. AMD has also entered the arena, announcing its next-gen Ryzen 8000G series desktop CPUs, introducing new Ryzen 5000 series CPUs, launching the 8040 series of mobile CPUs for laptops, and adding a new GPU to its lineup: the Radeon 7600 XT. Let’s explore what AMD’s 2024 lineup has to offer below.
AMD Ryzen 8000G series: price and availability
The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G is priced at USD 329 (~ Rs 27,351), the Ryzen 5 8600G for USD 229 (~ Rs 19,037), and the Ryzen 5 8500G for USD 179 (~ Rs 14,881). The pricing for the Ryzen 3 8300G is not available as of now. The 8000G series will be available for DIY customers on January 31, 2024, and for OEM systems in Q2 2024.
AMD Ryzen 8000G series: features and specifications
Model | Cores/Threads | Boost/Base Frequency | Total Cache | TDP | NPU |
Ryzen 7 8700G | 8C/16T | Up to 5.1GHz or 4.2GHz | 24MB | 65W | Yes |
Ryzen 5 8600G | 6C/12T | Up to 5.0GHz or 4.3GHz | 22MB | 65W | Yes |
Ryzen 5 8500G | 6C/12T | Up to 5.0GHz or 3.5GHz | 22MB | 65W | N/A |
Ryzen 3 8300G | 4C/8T | Up to 4.9GHz or 3.4GHz | 12MB | 65W | N/A |
The AMD Ryzen 8000G series of desktop CPUs come with integrated Radeon 700M and claim to offer a smooth AAA 1080p gaming experience. Gaming performance can be further enhanced with the use of a dedicated GPU unit. The Ryzen 7 8700G and Ryzen 5 8600G processors also come with dedicated NPU (Neural Processing Unit) and AI capabilities, which promise to optimise workloads, improve AI processing efficiencies, and bring new experiences such as AI-powered noise cancellation.
The 8000G Series also features AMD EXPO technology, which promises higher memory frequencies and advanced timings to unlock smoother frame rates. With Precision Boost Overdrive, users can enable one-touch overclocking, providing an extra CPU boost with increased power limits.
AMD Ryzen 5000 series: price and availability
The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D is priced at USD 249 (~ Rs 20,700), the Ryzen 7 5700 at USD 175 (~ Rs 14,438), the Ryzen 5 5600GT at USD 140 (~ Rs 11,638), and the Ryzen 5 5500GT at USD 125 (~ Rs 10,391). The new Ryzen 5000 Series desktop processors will be available to DIY customers and SI partners starting January 31st, 2024.
AMD Ryzen 5000 series: features and specifications
Model | Cores/Threads | Boost/Base Frequency | Total Cache | TDP |
Ryzen 7 5700X3D | 8C/16T | Up to 4.1GHz or 3.0GHz | 100MB | 105W |
Ryzen 7 5700 | 8C/16T | Up to 4.6GHz or 3.7GHz | 20MB | 65W |
Ryzen 5 5600GT | 6C/12T | Up to 4.6GHz or 3.6GHz | 19MB | 65W |
Ryzen 5 5500GT | 6C/12T | Up to 4.4GHz or 3.6GHz | 19MB | 65W |
The latest Ryzen 5000 series is constructed on the established Zen 3 architecture, introducing heightened performance, increased clock speeds, and enhanced efficiency. The series offers a selection of four new processors: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D, AMD Ryzen 5 5700, AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT, and AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT.
The flagship model, the Ryzen 7 5700X3D, is tailored for gamers seeking enhanced gaming performance. Equipped with eight cores and 16 threads, the processor utilises AMD’s 3D V-Cache technology to deliver 100MB of on-chip memory. This ensures power and productivity gains for games and applications, irrespective of the setting or resolution.
AMD Ryzen 8040 series mobile processors: features and availability
| Model | Cores and Threads | Boost/Base Frequency | Total | TDP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | 8C/16T | Up to 5.2 GHz or 4.0 GHz | 24MB | 45W |
| AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS | 8C/16T | Up to 5.1 GHz or 3.8 GHz | 24MB | 45W |
| AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS | 8C/16T | Up to 5.1 GHz or 3.3 GHz | 24MB | 28W |
| AMD Ryzen 7 8840U | 8C/16T | Up to 5.1 GHz or 3.3 GHz | 24MB | 28W |
| AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS | 6C/12T | Up to 5.0 GHz or 4.3 GHz | 22MB | 45W |
| AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS | 6C/12T | Up to 4.9 GHz or 3.5 GHz | 22MB | 28W |
| AMD Ryzen 5 8640U | 6C/12T | Up to 4.9 GHz or 3.5 GHz | 22MB | 28W |
| AMD Ryzen 5 8540U | 6C/12T | Up to 4.9 GHz or 3.2 GHz | 22MB | 28W |
| AMD Ryzen 3 8440U | 4C/8T | Up to 4.7 GHz or 3.0 GHz | 12MB | 28W |
The Ryzen 8040 series of mobile processors is built on AMD’s Zen 4 architecture, offering up to 8 cores and 16 threads to handle a variety of computing tasks. Leading the pack is the Ryzen 9 8945HS, boasting a base clock speed of 4.0 GHz that can reach up to 5.2 GHz with boosting. The AMD Ryzen 8040 series enhances AI capabilities and claims a performance output 1.8 times greater than Intel’s Core i9-13900H processor.
AMD has confirmed that leading OEMs, including Asus, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Acer, and Razer, will be launching these mobile processors in their laptops from Q1 2024 onwards.
AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT GPU: price and availability
The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT is priced at USD 329 (~ Rs 27,351) and will be available beginning January 24, 2024, from leading AMD board partners.
AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT GPU: features and specifications
Model | Compute Units | AI Accelerators | GDDR6 | Game Clock (GHz) | Boost Clock (GHZ) |
Radeon RX 7600 XT | 32 | 64 | 16GB | 2.47 GHz | Up to 2.76 GHz |
The Radeon RX 7600 XT features 32 compute units, 64 AI accelerators, 16GB of memory, a TDP of 190W and a game clock of 2.46 GHz, with a boost clock speed of up to 2.76 GHz. Prominent AMD partners, including Acer, ASRock, ASUS, and XFX, will offer this GPU in their upcoming products. AMD’s latest GPU comes equipped with 16GB of high-speed GDDR6 memory, leverages AMD’s AI software, and promises outstanding frames and performance.
