Recent developments regarding AMD's upcoming Ryzen processors have been revealed in the latest beta release of AIDA64, which now includes initial support for Ryzen 10000 "Zen 6" chips for desktops, servers, and mobile devices. The update was brought to light by user HXL, indicating that AMD has discreetly shared some basic specifications with developers of monitoring software. Historically, AIDA64 tends to announce chip support nearly a year before the official launch, suggesting that these new processors may not hit the market until Computex 2026. Leaks from March 2025 suggest that AMD's Zen 6 desktop lineup, known as Medusa Ridge, will maintain compatibility with the existing AM5 socket, which is good news for PC enthusiasts as it means they may not need to replace their motherboards when upgrading. Reports also suggest that Medusa Ridge CPUs could feature 12-core chiplet dies, representing a significant advancement from previous architectures.
These chips are expected to be produced using TSMC's N3P process, which is aimed at enhancing power efficiency and boosting frequencies. Furthermore, a Zen 6-based X3D series is anticipated to introduce a 3D V-Cache, catering to gamers. Models like the Ryzen 7 10800X3D could potentially replicate the success of the 9800X3D by offering impressive performance at a competitive price point. On the mobile front, rumors suggest that "Medusa Point" processors may incorporate up to 22 hybrid cores that combine performance and efficiency cores under the Zen 6 architecture. However, the launch of these mobile chips is expected to be later, with a projected timeframe of late 2026 or early 2027. While AIDA64's beta version now supports Ryzen 10000 series chips, AMD's typical timeline indicates that these processors may not be available for purchase until at least mid-2026. Nevertheless, the compatibility with AM5 and the transition to a more advanced process hold the promise of significant enhancements when Zen 6 is finally released.
