AMD 16/12-core Ryzen SKU is probably a multi-chip module
Two 8/6-core Ryzen dies stitched together
According to recent rumors, AMD could be preparing its response to Intel's high-end desktop (HEDT) lineup by launching 16- and 12-core desktop processors based on the same Ryzen CPU architecture but on a much larger socket, and according to fresh reports, these could be based on a multi-chip module design with two dies stitched together.
AMD preparing boxed-versions of Ryzen 7 1800X/1700X
Coming with Wraith Max cooler
AMD launched its flagship Ryzen 7 SKUs as WOF (without fan-heatsink) boxed packages but according to the latest report, it appears that boxed versions of those SKUs with Wraith Max cooler are coming soon.
MSI announces A-XMP technology for AMD Ryzen
To bring better Ryzen memory compatibility
MSI has announced the new A-XMP technology for its AM4 motherboards that promises to bring better memory compatibility as well as allow higher frequency DDR4 memory kits to work with new Ryzen CPUs.
AMD confirms Ryzen screen freeze fix
BIOS changes will be issued to Motherboard makers
AMD has confirmed why FMA3 code is causing system hangs on PCs using a new Ryzen desktop processor.
AMD rumours abound over the weekend
Must be something in the water
The weekend saw a sudden stirring in the rumour mill centred on AMD working on Zen-based high end desktops processors and motherboards.
Microsoft blocks Ryzen and Kaby Lake users from updates on Windows 7 and 8.1
Upgrade or die
Software king of the world Microsoft is locking down system updates for those using AMD’s Ryzen and Intel’s Kaby Lake processors on Windows 7 and 8.1.
Intel underestimated the AMD Zen Ryzen threat
Sources close to the matter
Ryzen 7 and now Ryzen 5 have launched and they are putting enormous pressure on Intel in the top-level market segment. After a whole decade, price/performance is definitely on AMD's side and even the upcoming Naples 32 core server part will put enormous pressure on Intel’s cash cow in the server market.
Gigabyte working on mini-ITX AM4 motherboard
Based on B350 chipset
While there were plenty of mATX and ATX socket AM4 motherboards, the mini-ITX motherboards for Ryzen CPUs have been pretty rare but it appears that this will change as Gigabyte is also working on such a motherboard based on AMD's B350 chipset.
AMD denies Ryzen Windows 10 problems
No need for a patch
AMD has denied that Windows 10's thread scheduler is responsible for lower than expected highly-threaded performance scores on its latest Ryzen processor family.
AMD Ryzen processors flood the market
In both the US, the UK and Europe
It seems that AMD's hard launch is paying off as the Ryzen 7 lineup has a "healthy availability" in major markets.