AMD is planning to refresh its Ryzen 5000XT CPUs based on the huge popularity of the AM4 platform with faster Zen 3 chips.
07.03.2024 - 23:31 / wccftech.com / Muhammad Zuhair / Pro
AMD has announced new Freesync technology tiers by updating its support plan for the next generation of gaming monitors.
[Blog Post]: In the fast-paced realm of gaming, technology is in a constant state of evolution. Before the introduction of variable refresh rate technologies like AMD FreeSync, gamers often had to deal with screen tearing or increased input lag that traditional solutions like V-Sync imposed.
AMD introduced AMD FreeSync in 2015 to enable tear-free, stutter-free experiences, and when 60 Hz was considered great for gaming. Since then, games have become more demanding, graphics cards are much more powerful, and new display resolutions and technologies have become available for gaming.
Gaming monitors at 120 Hz were a rarity in 2015; today the majority of gaming monitors are 144Hz or higher, which clearly shows the upward refresh rate trend in the industry.
The Era of Immersive Gaming
Beyond refresh rates, gaming monitors have evolved in other ways to create more immersive experiences. The introduction of curved displays added a sense of depth, making players feel more connected to the action. Ultra-wide monitors expanded the field of view, offering a broader perspective that can be especially advantageous in competitive gaming.
HDR (High Dynamic Range) technology also made its mark, enhancing contrast and color accuracy to deliver more vibrant and lifelike visuals, and we introduced AMD FreeSync Premium Pro (HDR) technology certification in 2017 to guarantee color and luminance accuracy on certified displays.
The combination of higher refresh rates, adaptive sync, and improved display technologies has transformed gaming monitors into windows to stunning virtual worlds, blurring the line between reality and fantasy.
Today, AMD FreeSync technology has become the largest gaming display ecosystem in the market with over 4000 certified displays. It works across a wide range of devices and platforms – TVs, monitors, notebooks, consoles – and supports DisplayPort as well as HDMI and USB connectors.
AMD FreeSync technology certification is a guarantee of a great experience and we want to keep it that way. Considering all the changes that have taken place in the gaming world since 2015, we have decided to update our FreeSync technology tier requirements in September 2023 to reflect the latest standards and technologies in gaming.
The updated AMD FreeSync technology tier requirements for Monitors and TVs are as
AMD is planning to refresh its Ryzen 5000XT CPUs based on the huge popularity of the AM4 platform with faster Zen 3 chips.
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