AMD's presence at Computex 2025 underscored its commitment to leading the charge in both AI and high-performance computing. The showcase wasn't just about unveiling new products; it was a demonstration of AMD's strategic vision for the future of technology, one where AI is seamlessly integrated across various platforms, and processing power reaches unprecedented levels.
A key highlight was the introduction of new graphics cards and processors designed to tackle the increasing computational demands across diverse market segments. The Radeon RX 9060 XT GPUs, powered by the advanced RDNA 4 architecture, promise to deliver smooth and responsive 1440p gaming experiences, enhanced by FSR 4 ML-enhanced upscaling and accelerated ray tracing. These cards are targeted towards gamers and content creators, offering the performance and intelligence needed to elevate their experiences. The RX 9060 XT is set to launch on June 5th, with the 8GB VRAM version priced at $299 and the 16GB version at $349. Leaked benchmarks suggest it outperforms Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB at 1440p by approximately 6%, although real-world testing is still pending.
For professionals working with AI applications, AMD announced the Radeon AI PRO R9700, also built on the RDNA 4 architecture and featuring second-generation AI accelerators. With 32GB of graphics memory and PCIe Gen 5 support, this GPU is designed for local AI inference, model fine-tuning, and complex creative workloads. The Radeon AI PRO R9700 is expected to be available in July 2025. The R9700 also supports multi-GPU configurations, expanding memory and compute capacity for large models and parallel tasks, making it suitable for advanced workstations handling simulations, real-time rendering, and concurrent AI workloads.
AMD also made significant strides in the processor domain with the Ryzen Threadripper 9000 Series. These processors are designed to handle demanding multi-threaded workloads, empowering professionals to bring complex visions to life more efficiently. The flagship Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX boasts 96 cores and 192 threads, along with 384MB of L3 cache and 128 lanes of PCIe 5.0 connectivity. These specs make it ideal for visual effects, simulation, and AI model development. The Threadripper Pro 9000 WX-Series processors are expected to be available from major manufacturers like Dell, HP, Lenovo, and Supermicro later in the year. High-end desktop platforms featuring AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9000 Series processors will be available to retailers starting in July 2025.
AMD's commitment to AI extends beyond hardware. The company is actively working to enable smaller, task-focused AI models that can run on client devices, reducing reliance on cloud-based solutions and ensuring data privacy. AMD is also collaborating with industry partners to develop AI-focused commercial PCs. ASUS is launching new business-focused hardware, including mini-PCs, laptops, displays, and desktops, that leverage AMD's AI capabilities.
AMD's advancements aren't limited to workstations and high-end desktops. At CES 2025, AMD revealed new gaming products, including the Ryzen 9900X3D and 9950X3D Series desktop processors and the Ryzen Z2 series for handheld gaming PCs. The Ryzen 9950X3D features 16 "Zen 5" CPU cores and AMD RDNA 2 graphics, utilizing 2nd Gen AMD 3D V-Cache technology to push the boundaries of performance for desktop gamers. The Ryzen Z2 series handheld gaming processors offer up to 8 "Zen 5" CPU cores and RDNA 3.5 architecture-powered graphics, providing ultra-responsive gaming and breathtaking graphics with low power optimizations.
Overall, AMD's Computex 2025 showcase demonstrated a clear strategy: to provide superior processing power and AI capabilities across a wide range of devices, from gaming PCs and laptops to professional workstations and data centers. By combining cutting-edge hardware with strategic partnerships and a focus on local AI processing, AMD is positioning itself as a key player in the future of technology and is set to compete strongly against Nvidia and Intel.
