RAM management, and in particular performance profiles, is often cited by fastidious users as AMD’s major Achilles heel. In 2026, the Reds are expected to make a number of changes in this area. Digging into the latest beta version of Hwinfo, we discover that AMD is preparing to roll out an update to its EXPO technology, dubbed “1.20”. This update is expected to apply to all AM5 platforms. We also learn that AMD will support CUDIMM memory in 2026. If this technology doesn’t ring a bell, that’s perfectly normal, since it’s fairly new and only emerged last year, and only Intel is currently using it on very high-end boards. This type of module incorporates a microchip in its sticks, enabling fine control to favor high frequencies while providing enhanced stability. Given current prices, it’s not clear that these new features will transcend future buyers’ expectations just yet. However, AMD’s support for this technology is an undeniable asset. 10,000 MT/s chipsets will also be compatible, provided the latest version of AGESA firmware is used.

No real impact on Ryzen 9000?

On the other hand, we must remain very cautious about this information, and those who think that their Ryzen 9xxx will benefit from a second youth may well be disappointed. The Ryzen 9000’s current memory controller does not allow us to envisage a radical change. As for the two new Ryzen versions, 9850X3D and 9950X3D2, once again they retain a largely identical CCD and IOD configuration to the processors currently on the market. Nonetheless, these new profiles should be crucial in improving the performance of the next range of Ryzen APUs, codenamed Ryzen 9000G. Based on the “Strix” architecture, these processors will adopt a unified (monolithic) structure, incorporating Zen 5 processor cores, RDNA 3.5 integrated graphics units and an enhanced XDNA 2 NPU. The arrival of these APUs is scheduled for the first half of 2026.