Mon Sep 30 04:00:29 UTC 2024: ## AMD Unveils 800-Series Chipsets, Ushering in a New Era for AM5 Platform

**Vancouver, BC** – Two years after the launch of the AM5 platform, AMD is stepping up its game with the introduction of the 800-series chipsets. The new lineup, featuring the high-end X870E and X870, boasts a host of enhancements designed to maximize performance and user experience for both enthusiasts and gamers.

The 800-series chipsets bring with them improved features, enhanced I/O capabilities, and enhanced overclocking features for Ryzen CPUs, including the Zen 5-based Ryzen 9000 Granite Ridge series. The X870E chipset stands out with its dual Promontory 21 dies, supporting both USB4 and Gen5 GPU/SSD speeds. The X870, while featuring a single die, retains these I/O capabilities.

Motherboards based on these chipsets will offer native DDR5-5600 MT/s memory speeds, with support for over 8000 MT/s on high-end models.

AMD is also expanding its lineup with the B850 and B840 chipsets, aimed at the mainstream segment. The B850 features the Promontory 21 die, offering Gen5 GPU support with optional Gen5 M.2 support, but without native USB4. The B840, designed for the entry-level market, utilizes the older Promontory 19 die, providing Gen4 GPU/SSD support and limited overclocking capabilities.

The introduction of the 800-series marks the end of the long-reigning AM4 platform, which has served as the backbone for Ryzen CPUs since 2017. The AM5 socket, utilizing an LGA (Land-Grid-Array) design, offers improved communication channels and enhanced features for the new generation of Ryzen processors.

AMD has committed to a 2027+ roadmap for the AM5 platform, highlighting its long-term vision for the socket. The company’s dedication to backwards compatibility and its commitment to affordability, with the introduction of the 800-series, will likely make the AM5 platform the leading choice for Ryzen users in the years to come.

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