AMD Zen 6 Rumors: Ryzen 9 11950X Potentially Unleashing 24 Cores
Desktop PC fans are eagerly awaiting news as the Rumor Mill continues to churn regarding AMD's incoming Zen 6 architecture. A newly-issued rumor from Moore's Law is Dead suggests AMD may unleash a behemoth. A Ryzen 9 CPU with a massive 24 cores is being discussed.
Unified Zen 6 Under the "Medusa" Banner
Unlike the mix of codenames from the prior generation, Zen 6 seems to unify under one banner, "Medusa." Rumblings indicate "Medusa Point" and "Medusa Ridge" for laptops, "Medusa Ridge" for desktop, and "Medusa Halo" as the successor to Strix Halo. Each of these lines supposedly uses the same 12-core Zen 6 CCD or Core Complex Die. This is an interesting detail.
24 Cores for the Ryzen 9 11950X
The leak mentions AMD's top-of-the-line Zen 6 desktop processor, possibly branded as the Ryzen 9 11950X, will break the 16-core ceiling. Consider this - 24 cores on a single desktop processor. A 24 core count would be achieved using two 12-core Zen 6 CCDs. AMD appears ready to take on Intel head-on. Intel is also expected to ramp up core counts with their Nova Lake architecture.
Cutting-Edge 2nm Tech from TSMC
Core count is not the only exciting factor. AMD reportedly will use the TSMC advanced 2nm node for Zen 6. This places it at the bleeding edge of semiconductor manufacturing. It marks a significant improvement from the prior generation. Some Zen 6 parts would likely still use the N3 node. However, moving to the N2 process on key products is a key push for efficiency and performance.
Potential iGPU and 3D V-Cache
There is more to consider. Whispers hint that Zen 6 may integrate a UDNA-integrated GPU, previously known as RDNA 5. This could further boost graphics capabilities. Rumors also suggest Medusa Point SKUs might sport AMD's 3D V-Cache technology. This remains unconfirmed.
What to Expect Moving Forward
If these leaks are accurate, the Ryzen 9 11950X could be a game-changer. It would offer a massive core count and leverage cutting-edge manufacturing. This is a clear sign the CPU wars are heating up. Consumers could benefit significantly. Remember this information is based on leaked details. Official announcements from AMD are still pending.
