Key Points:
- AMD’s next-gen Ryzen 10000 series is codenamed “Olympic Ridge.”
- The flagship CPU will reportedly feature a powerful 24-core design.
- AMD is moving beyond its 8-core chiplets to new 12-core layouts.
- The new chips will use the Zen 6 architecture and fit the AM5 socket.
New leaks suggest AMD is planning a massive performance jump for its next generation of desktop processors. After the Ryzen 9000 series, the company is expected to release the Ryzen 10000 line later this year. According to reliable tech leaker HXL, these new chips will offer up to 24 cores, a significant upgrade from the current 16-core maximum.
This new lineup, codenamed “Olympic Ridge,” will be based on AMD’s upcoming Zen 6 architecture. The most interesting detail is that AMD is reportedly moving away from its standard 8-core chiplet design. The new processors will feature chiplets with 12 cores each. This allows for a more flexible range of products, starting with entry-level 6-core CPUs and scaling all the way up to a 24-core beast made from two 12-core chiplets linked together.
This change also boosts the amount of cache memory available. Leaks suggest each 12-core chiplet will carry 48 MB of L3 cache, giving the top-tier model a total of 96 MB. More cache means faster performance for demanding tasks like gaming and content creation.
While a 24-core CPU is impressive, AMD still faces intense competition from Intel. Rumors surrounding Intel’s next “Nova Lake” architecture suggest its flagship model could have a monstrous 52 cores. The two companies are clearly in a race to see who can deliver the most raw power to consumers.
One major advantage of AMD is compatibility. The new Ryzen 10000 chips are expected to work with the existing AM5 motherboard platform. This means users who bought into the platform recently won’t have to spend money on a new motherboard to upgrade their processor. Intel, on the other hand, frequently changes its socket design, forcing users to buy new hardware.
It is still early days, and AMD has not officially confirmed any of these details. However, if the leaks are accurate, PC builders can look forward to a major performance increase later this year, provided the recent spike in RAM prices doesn’t spoil the party.
