Exciting news from AMD: they’ve announced that the highly anticipated RDNA 4-based workstation graphics card and the Threadripper PRO 9000 WX-Series will hit the market on July 23rd. These cutting-edge products promise to elevate professional computing and AI capabilities.
The Radeon AI PRO R9700 is AMD’s latest powerhouse for workstation graphics, specifically designed for AI development and complex inference tasks. This GPU features the NAVI 48 die, boasting 32 GB of GDDR6 memory and 128 AI Accelerators. It claims to outperform competitors significantly, offering up to 496% higher efficiency in handling large AI models compared to Nvidia’s RTX 5080.
However, there’s a catch: the Radeon AI PRO R9700 won’t be available for direct purchase. It will only be accessible through pre-built workstation systems from selected AMD partners, ensuring that your system is optimized for maximum performance right out of the box.
On the CPU front, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9000 WX series is ready to make its grand entrance. These Zen 5 processors are built for enterprises and feature up to a 96-core configuration in the flagship 9995WX model. Reports suggest a remarkable 26% enhancement in performance over its predecessor and up to a 495% boost compared to Intel’s Xeon W9-3595X in AI tasks.
The Threadripper PRO 9000 WX series will be available in systems from top global OEMs like Dell, HP, Lenovo, and Supermicro. DIY enthusiasts can also look forward to purchasing these new processors through AMD’s extensive network of channel partners.
With these advancements, AMD is positioned to make a substantial impact in the fields of AI and professional computing, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with workstation systems. Keep an eye out for these breakthroughs on July 23rd.
