Preliminary Information

AMD Athlon™ XP Processor Model 8 Data Sheet

25175H— March 2003

Invalid and Don’t-Care—In timing diagrams, signal ranges that are invalid or don't-care are filled with a screen pattern.

Data Terminology

The following list defines data terminology:

Quantities

A word is two bytes (16 bits)

A doubleword is four bytes (32 bits)

A quadword is eight bytes (64 bits)

Addressing—Memory is addressed as a series of bytes on eight-byte (64-bit) boundaries in which each byte can be separately enabled.

Abbreviations—The following notation is used for bits and bytes:

Kilo (K, as in 4-Kbyte page)

Mega (M, as in 4 Mbits/sec)

Giga (G, as in 4 Gbytes of memory space)

See Table 31 on page 89 for more abbreviations.

Little-Endian Convention—The byte with the address xx...xx00 is in the least-significant byte position (little end). In byte diagrams, bit positions are numbered from right to left—the little end is on the right and the big end is on the left. Data structure diagrams in memory show low addresses at the bottom and high addresses at the top. When data items are aligned, bit notation on a 64-bit data bus maps directly to bit notation in 64-bit-wide memory. Because byte addresses increase from right to left, strings appear in reverse order when illustrated.

Bit Ranges—In text, bit ranges are shown with a dash (for example, bits 9–1). When accompanied by a signal or bus name, the highest and lowest bit numbers are contained in brackets and separated by a colon (for example, AD[31:0]).

Bit Values—Bits can either be set to 1 or cleared to 0.

Hexadecimal and Binary Numbers—Unless the context makes interpretation clear, hexadecimal numbers are followed by an h and binary numbers are followed by a b.

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8 specifications

AMD's Ryzen 8000 series, commonly referred to as AMD 8, represents a significant leap in performance and efficiency, leveraging advanced technologies that cater to gamers, content creators, and enterprise users alike. With a continued focus on the Zen architecture, the Ryzen 8000 processors enhance performance per watt, delivering increased efficiency without compromising on power.

One of the standout features of AMD 8 is its adoption of the 5nm process technology. This innovation allows for a higher density of transistors, resulting in improved performance metrics and reduced power consumption. The smaller node size not only enhances clock speeds but also ensures that the chips generate less heat, making thermal management easier for system builders.

AMD has introduced a new architecture with the Ryzen 8000 series known as Zen 5. This architecture brings improved instructions per cycle (IPC) over its predecessors, leading to faster performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. Gamers will benefit from higher frame rates, while professionals in fields such as video editing and 3D rendering can expect noticeable improvements in rendering times.

Another key technology in the AMD 8 lineup is the integration of AMD's next-generation RDNA graphics architecture. This allows for enhanced graphics performance in systems without dedicated GPU hardware. The combination of advanced graphics and CPU capabilities provides a more versatile platform for casual gamers and users with less demanding graphical needs.

Support for PCIe 5.0 is a game changer for the AMD 8000 series, offering double the bandwidth of its predecessor, PCIe 4.0. This feature allows for faster data transfer rates with compatible SSDs and graphics cards, ensuring that users can take full advantage of the latest storage technologies.

Additionally, AMD's Infinity Cache has made its way into the Ryzen 8000 series, further enhancing memory bandwidth. This technology reduces latency and increases efficiency by caching frequently accessed data closer to the processor.

In terms of connectivity, the Ryzen 8000 models come equipped with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.2, providing ultra-fast wireless connections that are essential for modern gaming and streaming experiences.

In summary, AMD's Ryzen 8000 series, or AMD 8, is designed for maximum performance and efficiency. With its advanced 5nm technology, enhanced Zen 5 architecture, integrated RDNA graphics, PCIe 5.0 support, Infinity Cache, and state-of-the-art connectivity features, it sets a new standard for processors in its class, making it a top choice for both gamers and professionals.