AMD Unveils New Ryzen AI Processors and ROCm Software at CES 2026

At CES 2026, AMD announced its latest advancements in AI-driven computing, introducing a new suite of Ryzen AI processors and updates to its ROCm software platform. The announcements, which include the Ryzen AI 400 Series, Ryzen AI PRO 400 Series, and the Ryzen AI Halo developer platform, mark a significant expansion of AMD's AI capabilities across consumer, commercial, and gaming systems.

The Ryzen AI 400 Series, designed for Copilot+ PCs, features up to 60 TOPS (trillions of operations per second) of AI compute power, enabling seamless AI experiences in everyday applications. This series is built on AMD's advanced "Zen 5" architecture and integrates second-generation XDNA™ architecture-based NPUs, delivering high performance and efficiency. For commercial users, the Ryzen AI PRO 400 Series offers enterprise-grade security, manageability, and long-term stability, while maintaining the same AI features as the consumer-focused models.

AMD also unveiled the Ryzen AI Halo, a compact yet powerful developer platform designed to accelerate AI innovation. Equipped with up to 128GB of unified memory and 60 TFLOPS of RDNA™ 3.5 graphics performance, the Halo supports both Windows and Linux, making it an ideal tool for developers working on cutting-edge AI applications. The platform comes pre-optimized for AMD ROCm software, ensuring a seamless out-of-the-box experience for developers.

Expanding AI Capabilities Across the Ecosystem

The new Ryzen AI processors are part of AMD's broader strategy to integrate AI into every aspect of computing. The Ryzen AI Max+ Series, for instance, brings high-performance AI and graphics to ultra-thin notebooks, workstations, and small form-factor desktops. These processors combine high-efficiency "Zen 5" cores with Radeon™ 8060S Series graphics, providing exceptional performance for creative workloads, gaming, and AI development.

AMD's ROCm software platform, now in version 7.2, has been updated to support the Ryzen AI 400 Series processors. The platform offers seamless compatibility across Windows and Linux, making it easier for developers to build and deploy AI applications. ROCm 7.2 also includes new PyTorch builds, enabling streamlined AI development on Windows systems. Over the past year, ROCm has seen a tenfold increase in downloads, reflecting its growing adoption in the AI community.

Gaming and Performance Enhancements

For gamers, AMD introduced the Ryzen 7 9850X3D, the successor to the Ryzen 7 9800X3D. This new processor, built on "Zen 5" architecture and featuring second-generation 3D V-Cache™ technology, delivers up to 27% better gaming performance compared to its predecessor. With a boost frequency of up to 5.6 GHz and 104MB of total cache, the Ryzen 7 9850X3D is optimized for maximum efficiency in gaming workloads, offering ultra-low latency and exceptional frame rates.

AMD's FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution) "Redstone" technology further enhances gaming performance. FSR Upscaling and Frame Generation use machine learning to deliver sharper visuals and smoother frame rates, while FSR Radiance Caching improves ray tracing performance by intelligently predicting light behavior. These features are now available in the AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition 25.12.1 driver, providing gamers with a more immersive experience.

AMD's announcements at CES 2026 underscore its commitment to advancing AI and high-performance computing. By integrating AI into its processors and software, AMD is enabling smarter, faster, and more immersive experiences for users across consumer, commercial, and gaming segments. As AI continues to redefine the PC landscape, AMD's full-stack approach positions it as a leader in the next era of intelligent computing.