Preliminary Information

AMD Athlon™ XP Processor Model 8 Data Sheet

25175H— March 2003

Table 31. Abbreviations (continued)

Abbreviation

Meaning

 

 

p

pico-

 

 

pA

picoampere

 

 

pF

picofarad

 

 

pH

picohenry

 

 

ps

picosecond

 

 

s

Second

 

 

V

Volt

 

 

W

Watt

 

 

Table 32 contains the definitions of acronyms used in this document.

Table 32. Acronyms

 

Abbreviation

Meaning

 

 

 

 

 

 

ACPI

Advanced Configuration and Power Interface

 

 

 

 

 

 

AGP

Accelerated Graphics Port

 

 

 

 

 

 

APCI

AGP Peripheral Component Interconnect

 

 

 

 

 

 

API

Application Programming Interface

 

 

 

 

 

 

APIC

Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIOS

Basic Input/Output System

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIST

Built-In Self-Test

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIU

Bus Interface Unit

 

 

 

 

 

 

CPGA

Ceramic Pin Grid Array

 

 

 

 

 

 

DDR

Double-Data Rate

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM

Dual Inline Memory Module

 

 

 

 

 

 

DMA

Direct Memory Access

 

 

 

 

 

 

DRAM

Direct Random Access Memory

 

 

 

 

 

 

DSP

Digital Signal Processing

 

 

 

 

 

 

EIDE

Enhanced Integrated Device Electronics

 

 

 

 

 

 

EISA

Extended Industry Standard Architecture

 

 

 

 

 

 

EPROM

Enhanced Programmable Read Only Memory

 

 

 

 

 

 

FIFO

First In, First Out

 

 

 

 

 

 

GART

Graphics Address Remapping Table

 

 

 

 

 

 

HSTL

High-Speed Transistor Logic

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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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.