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AMD has introduced the Ryzen AI Max 400 series of processors for local AI development platforms. Serving as an architecture refresh to the previous Ryzen AI Max (PRO) 300 series Strix Halo hardware, the new silicon combines Zen 5 CPU cores, RDNA 3.5 integrated graphics, a dedicated NPU, and AMD PRO enterprise management features. Consumer-targeted iterations of these processors are scheduled to debut later this year.
The primary update centres on the integrated memory controllers, which have been modified to support up to 192GB of LPDDR5X unified memory via a 4-channel, 256-bit interface. Users can manually partition this pool to allocate up to 160GB directly to the integrated graphics subsystem, providing the capacity needed to run LLMs with more than 300 billion parameters. Performance modifications include a maximum GPU boost frequency increase to 3.00GHz, a maximum CPU boost clock increase to 5.20GHz, and a 10% performance uplift for the built-in NPU to reach 55 TOPS.
The product stack consists of three distinct processor designs. The top-tier Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 features 16 cores and 32 threads, boosting up to 5.20GHz, a fully enabled 40-compute-unit iGPU (Radeon 8065S), 80MB of cache, and a 55 TOPS NPU. The mid-range Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 scales back to a 12-core, 24-thread configuration, clocking up to 5.00GHz, paired with a 32-compute-unit iGPU (Radeon 8050S), 76MB of cache, and a 50 TOPS NPU. The entry-level Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 maintains the 32-compute-unit iGPU (Radeon 8050S) and 50 TOPS NPU, but uses an 8-core, 16-thread CPU layout, boosting up to 5.00GHz and accompanied by 40MB of cache.
KitGuru says: These aren't for the general consumer yet, but consumer versions of these chips are expected at a later date.
AMD has officially introduced the new Ryzen AI Max 400 series processors, bringing an upgraded version of the “Strix Halo” platform focused on AI workloads and high-end performance. The new chips improve memory support, AI power, and graphics speeds while keeping the same powerful hybrid design introduced with the Ryzen AI Max 300 series.
The biggest change in the Ryzen AI Max 400 lineup is memory support. AMD has upgraded the memory controller to handle up to 192GB of LPDDR5X memory, which is a major jump from the previous 128GB limit. This improvement is especially important for AI developers and users working with large language models and heavy AI tasks.
AMD also allows users to manually divide memory between the system and the integrated graphics. The iGPU can now use up to 160GB of video memory, which could help with demanding AI and graphics workloads.
The Ryzen AI Max 400 series combines up to 16 Zen 5 CPU cores with a large integrated GPU based on the RDNA 3.5 graphics architecture. The built-in graphics feature up to 40 compute units, making these processors powerful enough for gaming, creative work, and AI processing without needing a separate graphics card.
The updated chips also receive small but useful speed improvements. GPU boost clocks now reach up to 3.00 GHz compared to 2.90 GHz on the previous generation. CPU boost clocks now go as high as 5.20 GHz, while the upgraded NPU delivers up to 55 TOPS of AI performance, offering around 10% better AI processing power than before.
AMD introduced three models in the new series. The Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 sits at the top with 16 cores, 32 threads, boost speeds up to 5.20 GHz, a full 40 CU GPU, and 55 TOPS AI performance.
The Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 comes with 12 cores and 24 threads, boost speeds up to 5.00 GHz, a 32 CU integrated GPU, and up to 50 TOPS AI performance.
Meanwhile, the Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 features 8 cores and 16 threads with the same 32 CU graphics and 50 TOPS AI engine.
AMD says the new processors are designed for advanced AI development platforms and professional systems with AMD PRO features that compete directly with Intel vPro technology. Consumer versions are also expected later this year.
One of the most important benefits of the new 192GB memory support is the ability to run massive 300B+ parameter AI models directly on supported systems. This could make the Ryzen AI Max 400 series attractive for AI developers, researchers, and workstation users looking for strong local AI performance without relying entirely on cloud hardware.
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AMD's next-generation Halo flagship, the Ryzen AI MAX+ 495, has leaked out, featuring a 10% bump in performance & a new Radeon 8065 iGPU. AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 495 Is The Flagship Gorgon Halo APU, Rocks 16 "Zen 5" Cores & Radeon 8065S GPU Earlier this year, we reported that AMD was working on a new Halo family called Ryzen AI MAX 400, and codenamed Gorgon Halo. Just like Strix Point to Strix Halo, Gorgon Halo will offer similar architectures as Gorgon Point "Ryzen AI 400" SoCs, but elevate the configurations with more cores, beefier GPU, and lots of memory […]
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