AMD has quietly introduced two new mobile processor series—the Ryzen 10 and Ryzen 100—in October 2025. Despite their new names, both lineups are effectively rebranded versions of existing mobile chips based on the Zen 2 and Zen 3+ architectures. Their core specifications remain largely unchanged, signaling AMD’s strategy to prolong the lifecycle of mature platforms in the OEM notebook market—a move reminiscent of Intel’s recent “Core 5 120/120F” refresh.
Ryzen 10 Series — Zen 2 for Mainstream Laptops #
The Ryzen 10 series uses the Zen 2 “Mendocino” design, aimed at thin-and-light mainstream laptops. It features four SKUs:
- Ryzen 5 40
- Ryzen 3 30
- Athlon Gold 20
- Athlon Silver 10
All models share a 15W TDP, Radeon 610M integrated graphics, and clock speeds ranging from 2.4 GHz to 4.8 GHz, with 2 to 4 cores and up to 8 threads.
Their equivalents in the older lineup are straightforward:
- Ryzen 5 40 ≈ Ryzen 5 7520U
- Ryzen 3 30 ≈ Ryzen 3 7320U
- Athlon Gold 20 ≈ Ryzen 3 7220U
- Athlon Silver 10 ≈ Ryzen 3 7120U
In essence, the Ryzen 10 series is a rebrand of entry-level Mendocino APUs, allowing OEMs to continue offering affordable notebook models without hardware redesigns.
Ryzen 100 Series — Zen 3+ for Gaming and Performance Laptops #
Positioned one tier higher, the Ryzen 100 series is based on the Zen 3+ “Rembrandt R” core architecture. It spans both 28W and 45W power envelopes, targeting gaming laptops and high-performance ultraportables.
The lineup includes:
- Ryzen 7 170
- Ryzen 7 160
- Ryzen 5 150
- Ryzen 5 130
- Ryzen 3 110
These CPUs feature 8C/16T, 6C/12T, or 4C/8T configurations, Radeon 600M series graphics (680M for higher-end, 660M for mid-range), clock speeds up to 4.75 GHz, and 20–24 MB of cache.
Their corresponding predecessors are also well-defined:
- Ryzen 7 170 ≈ Ryzen 7 7735HS
- Ryzen 7 160 ≈ Ryzen 7 7735U
- Ryzen 5 150 / 130 ≈ Ryzen 5 7535HS / 7535U
- Ryzen 3 110 ≈ Ryzen 3 7335U
This series retains the performance and efficiency of Rembrandt R while being repackaged for new OEM cycles.
A New Naming Convention to Simplify Product Lines #
AMD’s adoption of two-digit (Ryzen 10) and three-digit (Ryzen 100) naming departs from its previous four-digit convention. This deliberate shift helps distinguish legacy-architecture refreshes from upcoming next-generation Zen 6 products, preventing lineup confusion.
Intel made a similar transition when rebranding its lineup into the Core 3/5/7/9 tiers, reflecting a broader industry trend toward simplified naming for clarity and marketing alignment.
Strategic Purpose: OEM Continuity and Platform Longevity #
These rebranded chips serve a strategic OEM purpose rather than a performance-driven one. For notebook manufacturers, platform certification costs—covering BIOS, thermal, and motherboard validation—often exceed the CPU cost itself.
By extending the use of existing silicon, AMD enables partners to refresh products with minimal engineering effort, maintaining supply chain stability and price segmentation until Zen 6 “Strix Point” and “Venice” arrive.
Performance Outlook and Market Role #
While the Ryzen 10 and Ryzen 100 series bring no new architectural improvements, the mature 6nm process ensures stable performance and efficient power usage.
The integrated Radeon 680M/660M GPUs still deliver superior graphics compared to Intel’s Xe-LP, keeping AMD competitive in thin-and-light gaming notebooks.
Conclusion #
AMD’s October refresh is less about innovation and more about market continuity. The Ryzen 10 series secures the entry-level and education segments, while the Ryzen 100 series sustains mid-range gaming and productivity offerings. Together, they act as transitional bridges toward AMD’s upcoming Zen 6 era.
By maintaining production efficiency and OEM alignment, AMD ensures smooth market progression without disrupting platform ecosystems—proving that sometimes, a clever rebrand can be just as strategic as a new launch.