AMD Zen 5 Strix Point processors will not support Windows 10, focusing on compatibility with the latest Windows 11 and delivering 45 TOPS AI performance, for a total system performance of 77 TOPS. Expected IPC increase is around 10% compared to Zen 4.
Zen 5 Strix
Targeting Windows 11
According to a Lenovo representative in China, the upcoming AMD Zen 5 Strix Point processors will not be supported by drivers for Windows 10. The company will focus on ensuring compatibility with the latest version of the Windows 11 24H2 operating system. This approach is in line with AMD's push to develop artificial intelligence (AI) computing capabilities and integrate neural processing units (NPUs) into future chips.
Boosting AI performance
New Strix Point processors expected to be called Ryzen AI HX . They aim to achieve 45 TOPS AI performance, with overall system performance estimated by AMD to be 77 TOPS. Since new computing technologies will be focused on artificial intelligence, AMD's move to support the latest version of Windows is a justifiable step. However, this may cause compatibility issues for Windows 10 users who want to install new processors in their systems.
Moderate IPC increase
A Lenovo spokesperson also addressed early rumors of an expected 40% performance increase Zen 5 processors. According to him, the real increase in IPC (Instructions Per Clock) compared to Zen 4 will be about 10%. In CR23 1T tests, the performance increase exceeded 10%. However, achieving such a significant jump in performance within a single generation is impossible, and even a 10% improvement achieved in the next generation is noteworthy.
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- AMD (Advanced Micro Devices) is one of the largest American companies, a manufacturer of microprocessors and video cards.
- Zen 5 Strix Point is the codename for the next generation of AMD processors after Zen 4.
- Windows 11 24H2 is the latest version of the Windows 11 operating system from Microsoft.
- NPU (Neural Processing Unit) is a specialized processor for performing artificial intelligence and machine learning tasks.
- Ryzen AI HX is the proposed name for Zen 5 Strix Point processors with a focus on AI performance.
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The upcoming AMD Zen 5 Strix Point (Ryzen AI HX) processors will not support Windows 10. Instead, they will focus on optimizations for Windows 11 24H2 and artificial intelligence (AI) integration, delivering high AI performance of up to 45 TOPS.
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Иван
I wonder how the lack of drivers for Windows 10 will affect enthusiasts? 🤔 Many are still using older systems and will have to upgrade to get the new Zen 5 processors.
Софія
I think it's a smart decision by AMD to focus on compatibility with Windows 11. They're moving toward more AI capabilities that Windows 10 won't be able to fully support. Users will have to update sooner or later.
Гжегож
Have you ever thought that AMD just wants to force people to buy newer computers and OS? 💰 After all, upgrading to Windows 11 will be a serious problem for many due to old hardware.
Франсуа
It seems to me that a 10% increase in productivity in one generation is quite normal. Don't expect too much. But in the future we will see more significant improvements thanks to NPU and other new technologies in processors. 🚀
Ганс
Brr, all these new trends and technologies scare me! 😩 Why complicate all these computers with artificial intelligence? Regular processors are enough for me!
Марта
Hans, you understand that progress does not stand still? AI will enable much greater capabilities in computing and productivity. 💻 And AMD just keeps up with the times!
Андреа
I fully support AMD's decision to focus on the latest operating system. Enthusiasts will always find a way around the problem with drivers, but for most users this will allow them to get maximum performance with the latest software. 👍
Петро
Hmm, but the new Ryzen AI HX processors with AI support up to 45 TOPS will be simply monsters of computing power! 💥 I wouldn't mind an upgrade like this for my workstation.