AMD Zen 4 and RDNA 3 Update: Next-Generation Processors and GPUs Coming in 2022
Table of Contents:
- Introduction
- AMD News: Zen 4 and RDNA 3 Update
- AMD's Cyan Skillfish APUs
- SK Hynix and DDR5 Mass Production
- TSMC's Two Nanometer Fabrication Facility
- Newegg's Design Exploit and Fix
- Sapphire's Entrance into the PC Case Market
- Intel's Alder Lake S Launch Rumor
- AMD's Q2 2021 Earnings Report
- Sony's PS5 SSD Support Announcement
- AMD's Mini ITX Zen2 SOC Kit
👉 Introduction
Welcome back to another Harvard News Recap! In this week's episode, we have exciting news in the world of AMD, including updates on Zen 4 and RDNA 3. Additionally, we'll be diving into topics such as SK Hynix's plans for DDR5 mass production, TSMC's two nanometer fabrication facility, Newegg's recent design exploit, Sapphire's entrance into the PC case market, Intel's rumored Alder Lake S launch, AMD's Q2 2021 earnings report, Sony's PS5 SSD support announcement, and AMD's recently submitted Mini ITX Zen2 SOC Kit. Let's jump right into it!
👉 AMD News: Zen 4 and RDNA 3 Update
During an earnings call with AMD's CEO, Dr. Lisa Su, the company reaffirmed its commitment to releasing Zen 4 processors and RDNA 3 GPUs in 2022. These next-generation products will be built using industry-leading 5-nanometer process technology. AMD's Zen 4 processors are expected to offer significant improvements in performance and power efficiency, while the RDNA 3 GPUs will deliver enhanced graphics capabilities and support for real-time ray tracing. With these advancements, AMD aims to stay competitive in the CPU and GPU markets.
👉 AMD's Cyan Skillfish APUs
Recent Linux driver commits from AMD's Radeon team have revealed a new APU codenamed Cyan Skillfish. This upcoming APU is expected to feature RDNA 1 graphics architecture, marking a departure from AMD's current lineup of APUs that use Vega graphics. While specific details about Cyan Skillfish are still limited, this development suggests that AMD is working towards introducing newer graphics architectures in its APUs for desktops.
👉 SK Hynix and DDR5 Mass Production
SK Hynix, one of the largest memory manufacturers, along with Micron and Samsung, is planning to enter DDR5 mass production later this year. This move comes ahead of the wider demand expected in early 2022 with the launch of Intel's desktop and server CPUs, followed by AMD's own CPUs. SK Hynix has been actively developing its DDR5 chips since 2019 and aims to ship server DRAM ICs manufactured on its new process node leveraging EUV lithography in the latter half of the year.
👉 TSMC's Two Nanometer Fabrication Facility
TSMC has received official approval for the construction of its new two nanometer fabrication facility in Xinju, Taiwan. The facility is scheduled to begin construction in 2022, with tool installation expected to start in 2023. This new plant, located on a 50-acre site, will focus on the production of two nanometer class chips and is part of TSMC's aggressive expansion plans. In addition to this facility, TSMC is also planning a $12 billion Arizona facility in the US and expanding its 28-nanometer production facilities in China.
👉 Newegg's Design Exploit and Fix
Newegg recently experienced a design exploit on its website, inadvertently allowing customers to purchase items before their official release. This issue has since been resolved, and the website has reverted to its usual functionality. While the exploit led to some unintended purchases, Newegg clarified that only a small number of GPUs were sold via this loophole. It serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by e-commerce platforms in managing inventory and preventing unauthorized access to pre-release products.
👉 Sapphire's Entrance into the PC Case Market
Sapphire, known for its AMD Radeon exclusive partnerships, is making its entry into the competitive PC case market. The company has announced the Nitro M01 computer case, primarily targeted at Mini ITX and Micro ATX form factors. The case features aluminum side and front panels, tempered Glass side window, support for 240-millimeter radiators, and graphics cards up to 335 millimeters in length. While Sapphire's foray into case manufacturing is still limited, the Nitro M01 offers a niche product for fans of Sapphire's brand.
👉 Intel's Alder Lake S Launch Rumor
According to rumors, Intel's upcoming Alder Lake S launch might be staggered, with only a portion of its lineup expected to debut in the Second half of this year. This strategy is rumored to prioritize enthusiast SKUs, including those without an integrated graphics processor (IGP), along with Z690-based motherboards. The remaining Alder Lake S CPUs and other chipsets are speculated to be released in early 2022, possibly around CES 2022. Intel's struggle to meet deadlines and supply constraints have likely influenced this approach.
👉 AMD's Q2 2021 Earnings Report
AMD reported impressive revenue of $3.85 billion for Q2 2021, marking a staggering 99% increase compared to the same period last year. The Computing and Graphics segment, comprising CPUs and GPUs, contributed $2.25 billion to this figure, demonstrating a significant year-over-year growth of 65%. Strong sales of Vermeer CPUs and high-end desktop GPUs fuel this segment's success. Additionally, AMD's Enterprise, Embedded, and Semi-Custom segment achieved $1.6 billion in revenue, driven by exceptional sales of EPYC CPUs and semi-custom products.
👉 Sony's PS5 SSD Support Announcement
Sony has finally announced support for utilizing the inactive SSD slot on PlayStation 5 consoles. This feature will be available for both the digital and non-digital versions of the PS5. Seagate has already released its FireCuda 530 SSD, which offers fast sequential read and write speeds of up to 7,300 megabytes per second. However, this high-performance SSD comes at a price of $275 for a one terabyte capacity, significantly exceeding the cost of similar capacity SSDs for desktop systems. Sony emphasizes the need for a suitable cooling solution and recommends SSDs with speeds of at least 5,500 megabytes per second.
👉 AMD's Mini ITX Zen2 SOC Kit
AMD has submitted an EEC filing for its Mini ITX Zen2 SOC Kit PC. This kit, including the Ryzen 7 4700S desktop CPU, is expected to be available through OEM partners. The Ryzen 7 4700S features eight cores and sixteen Threads, operating at a base frequency of 3.2 gigahertz. While specific details about cache sizes are limited, it is speculated to be similar to the PlayStation 5 SOC, albeit without integrated graphics. This offering presents potential opportunities for AMD to collaborate with partners in creating unique PC systems based on the 4700S.
👉 Conclusion
That concludes this week's recap of the latest news in the world of technology. From AMD's Zen 4 and RDNA 3 updates to SK Hynix's plans for DDR5 mass production, TSMC's two nanometer fabrication facility, and Newegg's recent design exploit, there's been no shortage of exciting developments. Additionally, Sapphire is venturing into the PC case market, Intel's Alder Lake S launch faces speculation, AMD reports impressive earnings, Sony announces PS5 SSD support, and AMD's Mini ITX Zen2 SOC Kit offers intriguing possibilities. Stay tuned for more updates and advancements in the tech industry!
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