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AMD Athlon™ XP Processor Model 8 Data Sheet

Revision History

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Rev

Description

 

 

 

 

 

Public revision H of the AMD Athlon™ XP Processor Model 8 Data Sheet includes the following

 

 

changes:

March 2003

H

■ In Chapter 6, revised Table 2, “Electrical and Thermal Specifications for Processors with a

CPUID of 681,” on page 23.

 

 

 

 

■ In Chapter 12, revised Figure 18, “OPN Example for the AMD Athlon™ XP Processor Model 8,”

 

 

on page 81.

 

 

 

 

 

Public revision G of the AMD Athlon™ XP Processor Model 8 Data Sheet includes the following

 

 

changes:

 

 

■ In Chapter 6, revised Table 2, “Electrical and Thermal Specifications for Processors with a

 

 

CPUID of 681,” on page 23.

 

 

■ In Chapter 7, revised Table 6, “SYSCLK and SYSCLK# AC Characteristics,” on page 28.

 

 

■ In Chapter 10, renamed Table 21, “Part Number 27291 OPGA Package Dimensions for

March 2003

G

AMD Athlon™ XP Processors Model 8 with a CPUID of 680,” on page 50, renamed Table 22,

“Part Number 27291 OPGA Package Dimensions for AMD Athlon™ XP Processors Model 8

 

 

 

 

with a CPUID of 681,” on page 51, added Table 23, “Part Number 27648 OPGA Package

 

 

Dimensions for AMD Athlon™ XP Processors Model 8 with a CPUID of 681,” on page 53,

 

 

renamed Figure 14, “AMD Athlon™ XP Processor Model 8 Part Number 27291 OPGA

 

 

Package,” on page 52, and added Figure 15, “AMD Athlon™ XP Processor Model 8 Part

 

 

Number 27648 OPGA Package,” on page 54.

 

 

■ In Chapter 12, revised Figure 18, “OPN Example for the AMD Athlon™ XP Processor Model 8,”

 

 

on page 81.

 

 

 

 

 

Public revision F of the AMD Athlon™ XP Processor Model 8 Data Sheet includes the following

 

 

changes:

December 2002

F

■ In Chapter 6, revised Table 2, “Electrical and Thermal Specifications for Processors with a

CPUID of 681,” on page 23.

 

 

 

 

■ In Chapter 8, revised Table 16, “General AC and DC Characteristics,” on page 39 and

 

 

Figure 12, “General ATE Open-Drain Test Circuit,” on page 41.

 

 

 

 

 

Public revision E of the AMD Athlon™ XP Processor Model 8 Data Sheet includes the following

 

 

changes:

 

 

■ In Chapter 6, revised Table 2, “Electrical and Thermal Specifications for Processors with a

 

 

CPUID of 681,” on page 23.

November 2002

E

■ In Chapter 3, revised Figure 2, “Logic Symbol Diagram,” on page 7.

 

 

■ In Chapter 7, revised Table 5, “Electrical and Thermal Specifications,” on page 27.

 

 

■ In Chapter 8, revised Table 9, “VID[4:0] DC Characteristics,” on page 33.

 

 

■ In Chapter 12, revised Figure 18, “OPN Example for the AMD Athlon™ XP Processor Model 8,”

 

 

on page 81.

 

 

 

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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.
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