AMD is pitting this chip against the IntelCore i7-6800K, a six-core processor that currently retails for$425.
The final processor launching today is the$300Ryzen 7 1700.
A new micro-op cache means that the L2 and L3 cache can be bypassed when utilizing frequently-accessed micro operations.
CCX is a four-core/eight-thread module featuring its own L1, L2 and L3 cache.
The L1 cache has been changed from write-through to write-back, allowing for lower latency and higher bandwidth.
The Ryzen 7 series features two CCX units, enabling eight cores and 16 threads.
The great thing about the AM4 platform is its flexibility.
AMD also claims that future Raven Bridge and Zen processors will support the AM4 platform.
