AMD is reportedly advancing its next-generation Ryzen Threadripper lineup, based on the Zen 5 architecture and codenamed "Shimada Peak," which is rumored to launch in 2023. Last year, the shipping list included 16-core and 96-core Ryzen Threadripper 9000 series processors, signifying a focus on both entry-level and high-end market segments.
Recent revelations indicate that the Ryzen Threadripper 9000 series processors have surfaced once more on the customs shipment list. Apart from the 16-core and 96-core variants, there are also models with 32 cores and 64 cores listed, all featuring a TDP of 350W, thus completing the lineup. Unlike the previous generation, a 24-core version has yet to appear.
At present, the Ryzen Threadripper range built on the Zen 4 architecture comprises two series: the Ryzen Threadripper PRO series, which spans from 24 cores to 96 cores, and the standard Ryzen Threadripper series offering between 24 cores and 64 cores. This time, AMD seems to be considering a 16-core variant to ease the entry into new platforms, potentially serving as a High-End Desktop (HEDT) platform. Given the release schedule of the EPYC 9005 series, the Ryzen Threadripper 9000 series is expected to debut this year.
The forthcoming Ryzen Threadripper 9000 series will be compatible with the existing DDR5 HEDT motherboard platform, including the TRX50 and WRX90 chipsets. The primary upgrade from the Ryzen Threadripper 7000 series is the integration of the Zen 5 architecture in the CCD section. Notably, the flagship model with 96 cores is equipped with 12 CCDs and one IOD.