It looks like AMD’s latest creations, the Zen 5 architecture-based Threadripper CPUs, codenamed “Shimada Peak,” have made their appearance in the shipping records at NBD.ltd in two intriguing configurations: 96-core and 16-core.
AMD’s Upcoming Threadripper “Shimada Peak” Chips Surface in Shipping Logs — Featuring 16 and 96 Cores
Despite AMD rolling out their other Zen 5-powered processors, we’re still waiting for the high-powered Threadripper and Threadripper Pro series to make their debut. While we’ve already seen the Granite Ridge Ryzen 9000 for desktops, Strix Point for laptops, and the EPYC series for servers, the Threadripper lineup is poised to arrive soon, promising to fit into the SP6 socket.
For now, details remain sparse on their specifications or exactly when AMD will officially unveil these chips. This spotting marks just our second glimpse at the Zen 5 Threadrippers, also known as “Shimada Peak,” with information initially leaking through WCCF TECH.
Back in August, the shipping records hinted at a groundbreaking 96-core Threadripper 9000. Now, another processor’s details have leaked, courtesy of @Olrak29_, who shared a shipment log teasing both this power-packed 96-core CPU and a more modest 16-core version.
Though “Shimada Peak” isn’t explicitly named in the records, these chips are likely linked to previous leaks. The 16-core variant packs dual 8-core CCDs, providing a 16-core/32-thread configuration. Meanwhile, the 96-core beast boasts a 96-core/192-thread setup across 12 CCDs.
This powerhouse 96-core model will come with an impressive 384 MB of L3 cache, matching the specs of the Threadripper PRO 7995WX. This includes a TDP of 350W, 128 PCI-E lanes, and compatible chipsets, though the process node and architecture distinguish them. Rumors also hint that AMD might incorporate 3D V-Cache in their next Threadripper generation, making these upcoming releases even more exciting.
For the first time, a 16-core variant has leaked, suggesting there may be more models in between, such as a 24-core/48-thread, 32-core/64-thread, and 64-core/128-thread configurations yet to be unveiled. Both the Threadripper 9000 and Pro 9000 chips are expected to share the spotlight on the TRX50 and WRX90 chipsets when they launch, supposedly in 2025, though the exact timing remains a mystery.
Comparing Generations: AMD Ryzen Threadripper
| Family Name | AMD Threadripper 9000 | AMD Threadripper 7000 | AMD Threadripper 5000 | AMD Threadripper 3000 | AMD Threadripper 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shimada Peak | Storm Peak | Chagall | Castle Peak | Coflax | |
| CPU Architecture | Zen 5 | Zen 4 | Zen 2 | Zen+ | Zen 1 |
| Process Node | 4nm | 5nm | 7nm | 12nm | 14nm |
| Max CPU Cores | 96? | 96 | 64 | 32 | 16 |
| Max CPU Threads | 192? | 192 | 128 | 64 | 32 |
| PCIe Support | Gen 5.0 | Gen 5.0 | Gen 4.0 | Gen 3.0 | Gen 3.0 |
| Max PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 | 72 | 64 | 64 |
| Max L2 Cache | 96 MB | 96 MB | 32 MB | 16 MB | 8 MB |
| Max L3 Cache | 384 MB | 384 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB | 32 MB |
| Max TDP | 350W? | 350W | 280W | 280W | 250W |
| Socket | SP6 | SP6 | sTRX4 | TR4 | TR4 |
| Chipset | WRX90, TRX50 | WRX90, TRX50 | TRX40, TRX80, WRX80 | X399 | X399 |
| Launch | 2025 | 2023 | 2022 | 2019 | 2018 |
Source: @Olrak29_
