Preliminary Information

AMD Athlon™ XP Processor Model 8 Data Sheet

25175H— March 2003

8.6Decoupling

See the AMD Athlon™ Processor-Based Motherboard Design Guide, order# 24363, or contact your local AMD office for information about the decoupling required on the motherboard for use with the AMD Athlon™ XP processor model 8.

8.7VCC_CORE Characteristics

Table 12 shows the AC and DC characteristics for VCC_CORE.

See Figure 10 on page 35 for a graphical representation of the

VCC_CORE waveform.

Table 12. VCC_CORE AC and DC Characteristics

Symbol

Parameter

Limit in Working State

Units

 

 

 

 

VCC_CORE_DC_MAX

Maximum static voltage above VCC_CORE_NOM*

50

mV

VCC_CORE_DC_MIN

Maximum static voltage below VCC_CORE_NOM*

–50

mV

VCC_CORE_AC_MAX

Maximum excursion above VCC_CORE_NOM*

150

mV

VCC_CORE_AC_MIN

Maximum excursion below VCC_CORE_NOM*

–100

mV

tMAX_AC

Maximum excursion time for AC transients

10

s

tMIN_AC

Negative excursion time for AC transients

5

s

Note:

* All voltage measurements are taken differentially at the COREFB/COREFB# pins.

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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.