AMD Demonstrates Breakthrough Performance of Next-Generation "Zen" Processor Core - Seite 2

"AMD invested where it counts, with an x86 core that can scale from PCs to high-performance servers," said Linley Gwennap, principal analyst, Linley Group. "Consumers today expect to get the most out of their systems to create transformative experiences. The versatile design of 'Zen' delivers highly-efficient performance that should provide increased computing capabilities across the spectrum -- from devices to cloud computing."

Expected to launch first, the "Zen"-based "Summit Ridge" desktops will utilize the AMD AM4 socket, a new unified socket infrastructure that is compatible with 7th Generation AMD A-Series desktop processors -- previously codenamed "Bristol Ridge" -- for exceptional performance and connectivity scalability required by AMD partners and customers. The first desktop systems featuring 7^th Generation AMD A-Series processors and new AM4 sockets are scheduled to ship in the second half of 2016 in OEM PC designs.

With dedicated PCIe^® lanes for cutting-edge USB, graphics, data and other I/O, the AMD AM4 platform will not steal lanes from other devices and components. This allows users to enjoy systems with improved responsiveness and benefit from future-ready technologies that the AM4 platform provides with a powerful, scalable and reliable computing solution.

AMD AM4 platform key technology features include:

• DDR4 Memory
• PCIe Gen 3
• USB 3.1 Gen2 10Gbps
• NVMe
• SATA Express

Additional "Zen" architectural features will be detailed next week in a presentation at Hot Chips 28.

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