AMD to Extend RDNA 3+ Architecture in APUs Through 2027

Insider reports suggest AMD's strategic move to continue the RDNA 3+ graphics architecture across its APU lineup until 2027. This long-term plan will commence with the upcoming Strix Point APUs, set for release later this year. Revealed at the AI PC summit in China, the RDNA 3+ architecture, an optimized iteration of RDNA 3, is expected to feature in the integrated graphics of these APUs. While details are sparse, enhancements could include increased compute units and architectural optimizations.

Strix Point APUs from AMD, boasting RDNA 3+ technology, are anticipated to offer up to 16 compute units in mono designs and up to 40 in chiplet configurations, substantially outperforming current Phoenix and Hawk Point APUs. Future iterations may see further expansions in compute units and clock speeds, particularly within the upcoming Zen 5 chip variants.

The adoption of RDNA 3+ for an extended period mirrors AMD’s previous strategy with the Vega iGPU architecture, which spanned several Ryzen APU generations, from Ryzen 2000G to Ryzen 5000 series. This consistent approach underscores AMD's commitment to long-term stability and improvement in its graphics solutions.

Moreover, alongside Strix Point, APUs like AMD's Sound Wave have been spotted, likely featuring the latest Zen cores but maintaining or updating the RDNA 3+ graphics core. This indicates AMD’s intention to ensure continuity and refinement in its graphics technology over the coming years, reinforcing the company's position in the competitive graphics market landscape.