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AMD Zen 6 to feature 50% more cores on TSMC N2 process node
Friday, January 30, 2026 at 05:12 PM
AMD plans to leverage the TSMC N2 process node for its upcoming Zen 6 architecture, increasing core counts by 50% per CCD while maintaining a die size similar to previous generations.
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AMD is accelerating its competitive roadmap by integrating 50% more cores into its upcoming Zen 6 architecture. Utilizing TSMC’s advanced N2 (2nm) process node, the new design—codenamed Medusa—will feature 12 cores per chiplet, a significant density increase over the current 8-core standard. This allows AMD to enhance compute power without increasing the physical footprint of the silicon, a key technical advantage for both consumer Ryzen and enterprise EPYC processors slated for a 2026 release.
For investors, this development is a critical counter to Intel’s 18A node and its Nova Lake processors, which are also targeting a late 2026 launch. By securing early capacity for TSMC’s high-demand 2nm wafers, AMD is well-positioned to capitalize on the sustained AI infrastructure boom. These density and efficiency gains are expected to protect AMD's high-margin server market share while ensuring the company remains at the bleeding edge of the global semiconductor supply chain.
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