AMD has reportedly distributed Zen 6 CPU engineering samples to motherboard partners and OEMs. According to Yuri Bubliy (creator of Hydra tuning software), this aligns with recent AIDA64 updates adding preliminary AMD Zen 6 support for desktop, server, and mobile platforms.
The samples confirm Zen 6 will use the AM5 socket, extending platform longevity through 2026.
Key AMD Zen 6 Upgrades Revealed
12-Core CCDs (up from 8-core in Zen 5/4)
- 50% core density increase per compute die
- Enables higher core counts without extra chiplets
Dual Memory Controllers
- Maintains dual-channel support
- Targets higher bandwidth/lower latency
- May enable DDR5 CUDIMM compatibility
Evolutionary Refinements
- No architectural revolution (“Zen 5+”)
- Curve Optimizer unchanged
- Focus on efficiency over radical redesign
What This Means for Gamers & Creators
- Multi-threaded Boost: 12-core CCDs benefit content creation
- Memory Advances: Faster DDR5 support for bandwidth-heavy tasks
- Socket Stability: AM5 compatibility protects motherboard investments
- 2026 Timeline: Zen 5 remains focus through 2025
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Roadmap Context
Zen 6 follows AMD’s established cadence:
- 2024: Zen 5 (Ryzen 9000)
- 2025: Zen 5 refresh (Ryzen 10000?)
- 2026: Zen 6 launch
Industry sources suggest tape-out completed in Q2 2024, putting AMD on track for 2026 release.
Sources: Wccftech