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AMD's AM4 platform is still going strong after many years, AMD reports a 50/50 sales split with AM5

The very definition of lasting appeal

Why it matters: It's been almost three years since AMD launched the AM5 chipset alongside Ryzen 7000 CPUs. But according to a company executive, global sales of AM5 and the previous-gen AM4 are split 50/50, illustrating how the socket that supports Zen 1 through to Zen 3 remains popular.

Full story By Rob Thubron, February 5, 2025, 5:20 AM 32 comments

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AMD Ryzen 7 5800X hits record low of $158

For those using a Ryzen 2000 or 3000 series CPU, the Ryzen 7 5800X offers a substantial performance boost without requiring a new motherboard. Although it doesn't come with a cooler, excellent affordable options are available.

By Ivan Franco, October 7, 2024, 12:09 AM

New Affordable AMD B650 Motherboard Roundup

FEATURE By Steven Walton, April 16, 2024, 6:09 AM TechSpot Hardware

Motherboard makers release revised models of existing boards all the time. But what is unusual here is that all these new additions are entry-level, and released rather quietly. Let's find out why.

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AMD readies Ryzen 5000XT series CPUs, further prolonging socket AM4

New iGPU-free CPUs are also on the horizon

By Shawn Knight, March 26, 2024, 2:09 PM 8 comments

AMD X3D CPU Versus: 5800X3D vs 5700X3D vs 5600X3D

FEATURE By Steven Walton, February 24, 2024, 7:23 AM TechSpot Hardware

We compare the three X3D chips available on the AM4 platform: the Ryzen 5 5600X3D, Ryzen 7 5700X3D, and Ryzen 7 5800X3D to see which model offers the best value to PC gamers.

AMD Ryzen 7 5700 Review: A Scammy CPU?

FEATURE By Steven Walton, February 17, 2024, 7:22 AM TechSpot Hardware

In testing the Ryzen 7 5700, we feel we've stumbled upon a product that is borderline scammy, or is at best anti-consumer. But maybe we're overreacting, so let's take a look and see what you think.

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Ryzen 9 5950X going for the all-time low price of $364

AMD's Ryzen 9 5950X is a top CPU choice for those who want to play and work hard – especially if haven't jumped into the AM5 platform yet.

By TechSpot Deals, January 25, 2024, 4:42 PM

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AMD is showing every sign of supporting AM4 for the foreseeable future

Support of AM4 hinges on DDR4 pricing

By Erika Morphy, January 20, 2024, 1:44 PM 37 comments

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AMD may be prepping new AM4 processors with 3D V-Cache

Potentially good news for gamers on a tight budget

By Adrian Potoroaca, November 14, 2023, 3:47 PM 17 comments

Upgrading to Ryzen 5 5600 from Ryzen 5 1600: How Much Faster?

FEATURE By Steven Walton, June 13, 2022, 6:07 AM TechSpot Hardware

This is a benchmark session, as usual, where we'll be taking an old Ryzen 5 1600 system and upgrade it with the Ryzen 5 5600 to see what's what on gaming.

Does the Ryzen 7 5800X3D Work on AMD B350 and X370 Motherboards?

FEATURE By Steven Walton, May 30, 2022, 5:53 AM TechSpot Hardware

Today we're taking the Ryzen 7 5800X3D and installing it on a few different B350 and X370 motherboards that were released many years ago to see if it works, and if it does, how well does it work?

Why Ryzen Was Amazing and the Haters Were All Wrong

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FEATURE By Steven Walton, May 26, 2022, 6:02 AM TechSpot Hardware

A big incentive of going Ryzen over the past few years has been the AM4 platform. AMD promised platform support until at least 2020 and they have delivered, giving users a clear upgrade path from Zen up to Zen 3 CPUs.