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New AMD Linux Patch Acknowledges More Zen 5 CPU Models

A new AMD Linux kernel patch queued today via 'x86/urgent' for routing into the Linux 6.9 development kernel expands the range of recognized CPU model IDs for upcoming Zen 5 processors.

AMD tends to reserve a much broader range of potential CPU model IDs than what is actually used in order to accommodate for future but currently unplanned processors, custom chip designs, etc. Though if Zen 6 ends up sharing Family 26, that GCC handling is fine and ultimately will be adjusted once "znver6" support is introduced. Try it today to view our site ad-free, multi-page articles on a single page, and more while the proceeds allow us to write more Linux hardware reviews.

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