San Jose, California – AMD is set to unveil its next-generation AM5 motherboards for Ryzen 9000 “Zen 5” Desktop CPUs, part of the 800-series lineup. Reports suggest that the upcoming CPUs will be accompanied by the corresponding “800” series motherboards, following a naming convention shift that aligns AMD and Intel in terms of motherboard nomenclature.
Speculations are rife as the launch of the Ryzen 9000 series draws closer, with industry insiders confirming the debut of the new processors alongside the 800 series motherboards. Notable among these is Gigabyte’s B650E AORUS PRO X USB4 motherboard, which is anticipated to be “Granite Ridge” ready, offering advanced functionalities.
New features in the B650E AORUS PRO X USB4 hint at the capabilities of AMD’s upcoming 800 series AM5 motherboards, including enhanced memory bodies, a dedicated Sensor Panel Link for display monitoring, and a premium “PCIe EZ-Latch Plus” PCIe slot. This signifies a premium offering from AMD in line with current industry trends in motherboard technology.
The shift to the 800 series branding is expected to bring about various AM5 motherboard models, such as the X870(E) for high-end users, B850(E) for mainstream consumers, and the A820 for entry-level configurations. These new motherboards are set to be revealed at Computex 2024, promising an array of cutting-edge features and performance enhancements.
Furthermore, the comparison of mainstream desktop CPU generations showcases the evolution of AMD’s processor lineup over the years. From the Ryzen 1000 series to the upcoming Ryzen 9000 series, each iteration has seen advancements in core technology, platform support, and overall performance capabilities.
As the technology landscape continues to evolve, AMD remains at the forefront of innovation with its Ryzen processors and corresponding motherboard offerings. The upcoming Ryzen 9000 series and 800 series motherboards are poised to deliver a new level of performance and functionality to meet the growing demands of modern computing tasks. Stay tuned for more updates as AMD prepares to unveil its latest advancements in CPU and motherboard technology.