Intel's CPUs such as the flagship Core i9-14900KS are in for a huge clock speed degradation if the only solution is to stick with the default BIOS option.
23.04.2024 - 10:01 / wccftech.com / Muhammad Zuhair
AMD has made huge strides on Linux with its latest patch release, bringing in the fundamental firmware files for its anticipated RDNA 3+ GPUs.
We have gone in depth with how AMD has been proactive in delivering early next-gen support on Linux, whether for their CPU or GPU series. We saw that AMD brought in next-gen Zen 5 initial support much faster than the previous generations, and it looks like the same is happening with the upcoming GPU architectures.
\Phoronix reports that AMD has posted a big chunk of AMDGPU firmware files into Linux's firmware repository, and they indicate that the update is likely for the RDNA 3+ series, or the RDNA 3+; however, you would like it to be called. According to the media outlet, the files are targeted at bringing in several firmware files for multiple IP blocks, including "GC 11.5, PSP 14.0.0, SDMA 6.1.0" and many more.
As we highlighted earlier, AMD is moving with a new "IP block" approach when it comes to releasing updates, and this is apparently why Linux has witnessed more robust AMD support for the past few months. Moreover, the GC 11.5 IP block, which targets the GFX 11.5 (RDNA 3+) series, has also included new patches, indicating that the update is indeed targeted towards RDNA refresh.
Phoronix has yet again appreciated AMD's efforts towards providing early support since, as reiterated by them, AMD previously uploaded such firmware files a few days before the official launch, which created huge issues for early buyers of new architectures since the changes didn't make it into mainstream Linux distribution packages. With Team Red's new approach to release updates, they seem to have done a great job ensuring complete support on official launch dates.
In terms of the debut of RDNA 3+ GPU, expect it to drop with AMD's "Strix Point" APUs, which are expected to launch in the second half of 2024 with the first APU shipments to OEMs commencing next year.
Intel's CPUs such as the flagship Core i9-14900KS are in for a huge clock speed degradation if the only solution is to stick with the default BIOS option.
AMD and NVIDIA have reportedly reserved TSMC's entire CoWoS production for the next two years as both firms aggressively compete in the AI race.
A user has acquired an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D CPU which allegedly features 3D V-Cache stacks on both Zen 4 core dies.
No Rest for the Wicked, the action RPG developed by Moon Studios, has received a major performance update with the first Early Access patch, lowering the recommended system requirements.
Valve has released its Proton 9.0 software update which adds improved support for NVIDIA GPUs and high core count CPUs.
ASUS has launched the first dual-fan variants of the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX & RX 7900 XT GPUs, featuring overclocked specs out of the box.
Intel explores a new domain for the future of processors and reportedly plans on building scalable silicon-based quantum processors.
Apart from gaming and AI, Hive Systems shows that complex passwords are no match for top GPUs such as the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090.
NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 40 GPUs, including the RTX 4060 Ti, are experiencing some major supply issues, leading to increased prices.
NVIDIA is expected to dominate the AI market in 2024 as they are set to sell $40 billion worth of GPU, significantly outpacing AMD & Intel.
TSMC has announced that the firm has finally entered the "Angstrom 14 Era" as they initiate development on their cutting-edge A14 process.
Samsung has witnessed the signing of a massive contract for its HBM3E memory, securing $3 billion worth of supply to none other than AMD.