Inteligencia Artificial (IA)
AMD unveils three new generations of Ryzen processors at CES to lead the era of AI and gaming.
Gianro Compagno
2026-01-06
5 min read
CES 2026 in Las Vegas officially opens its doors on January 6, but as usual, some companies have decided to get a head start to capture attention. Among them, AMD stands out, arriving at the event with strength by presenting three new lines of Ryzen processors, each aimed at different segments.
Artificial intelligence is the central focus of these innovations. AMD's latest processors for console-like PCs, such as the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X, have already showcased the potential of AI, and now the company reinforces this commitment with its new chip families.
Starting with the Ryzen AI 400, these are APUs that integrate CPU, GPU, and NPU, optimized for AI tasks. These units, present in consoles, laptops, and compact PCs, enable functions like frame generation and image reconstruction using technologies like AMD's FSR or Nvidia's DLSS. The new generation improves memory speed, core count, and frequency, but the biggest leap is in the NPU, which offers 20% more performance in TOPs compared to the previous generation. The first devices with these processors are expected to hit the market by the end of January.
On the other hand, the Ryzen AI Max+ are also APUs but with a higher TDP, designed for demanding tasks like 3D modeling, video editing, and high-level gaming. AMD highlights that these processors allow local execution of AI models without relying on the cloud, thanks to Liquid AI technology, which will be available for free to those who purchase a Ryzen AI. In comparative tests, an Asus ROG Flow Z13 equipped with AI Max outperformed the MacBook Pro M5 in AI performance, content creation, multitasking, and games like 'Cyberpunk 2077'.
The third novelty is the Ryzen 9000 series, aimed at desktops. It includes models like the Ryzen 9 9950X3D, with 16 cores, 32 threads, 144 MB of cache, and a TDP of up to 170 W, reaching frequencies of 5.7 GHz. This processor is geared towards content creation, while the Ryzen 7 9850X3D, with 8 cores and 16 threads, seeks a balance between performance and efficiency, maintaining compatibility with the AM5 socket.
AMD also reminded of the recent launch of Redstone, its image reconstruction and pixel generation technology, now compatible with most current games and especially relevant for those with a Radeon RX9000.
In the industrial sector, AMD introduced the Embedded P100 and X100 processors, manufactured on a 4 nm process, with a TDP of 15 to 54 W and designed to operate continuously for a decade. These solutions are aimed at sectors such as aerospace, defense, data centers, retail, robotics, and medicine, reinforcing AMD's position in the professional market and its commitment to technological sovereignty in artificial intelligence in the United States.
With these innovations, AMD demonstrates its leadership in processors, consolidating itself as a preferred option for both gaming and integrated solutions. Now, we just have to wait for manufacturers to integrate these new chips into their devices, especially in console-like PCs, which have seen a significant advance in power and efficiency in recent months.