AMD Shows No Signs of Discontinuing Zen 4 Lineup, Plans More X3D Chips for Budget Segment
The Zen 4 lineup continues to expand, with new rumors suggesting that AMD is set to bring more X3D chips to the budget market. A recent discovery by prominent leaker @momomo_us revealed a new Ryzen 7000X3D CPU listed on UK distributor West Coast’s website, indicating that AMD is ready to further broaden its Ryzen 7000 series.
### Ryzen 5 7500X3D Spotted on UK Distributor
The listing features the Ryzen 5 7500X3D, sporting a new SKU model and product code “100-000001904.” This model appears to be a smaller sibling to last year’s Ryzen 5 7600X3D. While the Ryzen 5 7600X3D initially launched as a Microcenter-exclusive in the US, it was later made available in regions like China and EMEA.
At this stage, it remains unclear whether the Ryzen 5 7500X3D will see a global release. However, there is a possibility that AMD might unveil it worldwide, potentially at the upcoming CES event.
### What to Expect from Ryzen 5 7500X3D
The Ryzen 5 7500X3D is expected to feature lower clock speeds compared to the Ryzen 5 7600X, while maintaining other core specifications. This addition fits well within AMD’s growing lineup of budget-friendly Zen 4 processors. For example, AMD has recently introduced models like the Ryzen 5 7500F and Ryzen 5 7400F following the initial Ryzen 7000 releases.
### Expanding the Zen 4 and Beyond
AMD has also continued to refresh the Zen 4 lineup with newer Ryzen 8000 series CPUs, including Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 5 8400F. Among X3D chips, Ryzen 5 7500X3D would be the most entry-level option to date.
Utilizing AMD’s 3D V-Cache technology, these X3D processors have demonstrated significant improvements in gaming performance. Given AMD’s ample silicon inventory for producing more Zen 4 CPUs, it’s clear the company isn’t slowing down anytime soon.
### Current Ryzen X3D Landscape and Future Prospects
The Ryzen 7000 series currently holds the largest collection of Ryzen X3D chips, including:
– Ryzen 7 7800X3D
– Ryzen 9 7900X3D
– Ryzen 9 7950X3D
– Ryzen 5 7600X3D
– Ryzen 5 7500X3D (upcoming)
Looking ahead, the Ryzen 9000 series may introduce even more X3D variants. AMD is expected to unveil Ryzen 7 9850X3D and Ryzen 9 9950X3D during CES, possibly alongside the Ryzen 5 7500X3D.
### Conclusion
With multiple Ryzen X3D processors already on the market and more expected soon, AMD is clearly committed to strengthening its Zen 4 lineup across all price segments. The introduction of Ryzen 5 7500X3D could offer budget-conscious gamers and PC builders an attractive, high-performance option featuring AMD’s powerful 3D V-Cache technology.
Stay tuned for official announcements, as CES 2024 may be the stage where AMD confirms these new additions to its Zen 4 family.
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