AMD’s laptop CPU naming schemes have long been a source of confusion for consumers and tech enthusiasts alike. Recently, a product comparison page for Asus laptops briefly revealed the naming scheme for the upcoming Strix Point mobile processors, and it left many scratching their heads. The page showed Asus’ Vivobook S 16 OLED line, each featuring a CPU named the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 170, which was said to feature impressive specifications such as a 5.1GHz clock speed, 36MB of cache, 12 cores, 24 threads, and “AMD Ryzen AI up to 77 TOPS”. However, the page was quickly updated to show the laptops featuring AMD’s previous Hawk Point mobile chips instead, with names like AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS and AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS.
The sudden change in the listings sparked speculation about what might have caused the mix-up. One possibility is that it was simply an accidental reveal of a new branding strategy by AMD, which led to a quick correction by the company. Another theory is that AMD had initially planned on changing the naming scheme but later decided against it, leaving Asus out of the loop. Alternatively, it’s possible that someone at Asus made an error and mistakenly listed the wrong CPUs on the product comparison page.
If the initial listing was indeed a glimpse at a new naming scheme, it could potentially mirror Intel’s Core Ultra line, which features a three-digit number after the first half of the branding. For example, the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H. This would explain the addition of “AI” in the AMD CPU name, aligning with the company’s focus on AI innovation. While this could be a strategic move by AMD to differentiate its products, it also adds to the complexity of the already convoluted naming schemes in the tech industry.
As we wait to see if AMD will officially announce a new naming scheme, speculation continues to mount. The upcoming Computex event in June could be the perfect platform for AMD to unveil any changes to its laptop CPU naming conventions. Whether this will simplify the process for consumers or further add to the confusion remains to be seen. One thing is certain – deciphering AMD’s laptop CPU names may require more than just a decoder wheel.
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