4 Things from AMD to Know
- The new AMD Ryzen™ AI Halo capably runs models of up to 200 billion parameters, allowing developers to build, test and operate agentic AI applications locally; pre-orders begin June 2026.
- Up to 128GB of unified system memory, AMD ROCm™ software optimization, and Windows® and Linux support give developers using AMD Ryzen AI Halo the headroom to run AI models on device.
- AMD Ryzen™ AI Max PRO 400 Series processors combine AI, graphics and compute in a single architecture for professional workloads on next-generation Agent Computers and workstation-class systems.
- AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series processors power commercial AI PCs that handle advanced AI and visual computing on a single system, reducing the need for discrete GPUs or cloud-based compute.
AI is rapidly shifting from cloud-based systems to where work happens, with the PC evolving into both an interface for AI interaction and a local execution layer for real-time tasks. To move from simple chatbots to autonomous real-time agents, developers and enterprises need a local execution layer capable of meeting agentic AI’s massive memory and low-latency requirements.
AMD meets these needs by enabling developers, businesses and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to deliver advanced AI workloads and intelligent agents to local PCs with ease. Today, we continue that support as we announce AMD Ryzen AI Halo will be available for pre-orders in June 2026, and unveil the new AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series processors to power the next generation of Agent Computers, AI-enabled computers capable of understanding prompts, planning actions and executing tasks with minimal user intervention.
For agentic AI to move beyond the cloud, the PC needs to handle real-time tasks locally while responding quickly, protecting sensitive data and supporting the memory demands of complex agent workflows. Our Ryzen AI Halo developer platform delivers these capabilities in an AMD validated system, while AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series processors bring the same architecture to commercial AI PCs and OEM systems ready for enterprise deployment. Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series are the world’s first x86 client processors capable of running 300 billion parameter models locally1, setting a new standard for local AI compute, with the power to run complex, concurrent agentic AI workflows without compromises.
As demand grows for more responsive, context-aware experiences and token-intensive AI workloads, enterprise leaders need systems that can intelligently distribute AI workloads between local and cloud environments while balancing long-term infrastructure costs.
“AI is no longer confined to the cloud. It is now something developers can build, train, and run locally,” said Jack Huynh, SVP and GM, Computing and Graphics Group. “With the Ryzen AI Halo and Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series, we are delivering the performance, memory, and open AI software stack that developers and enterprises need to bring the next generation of agentic AI systems to life right on their desks.”
Ryzen AI Halo: Purpose-Built for Local AI Development
Ryzen AI Halo is the first compact AI developer platform engineered by AMD, that is designed to give AI developers a local environment to build, test and run agent-based and generative AI applications without depending on the cloud.
Featuring leadership CPU, graphics and AI capabilities, the developer platform is powered by Ryzen™ AI Max+ 395 processors with up to 128GB of unified system memory. This provides enough headroom to run up to 200-billion-parameter models locally enabling developers to work with large, capable models that typically require cloud infrastructure.
Among the more practical advantages, the single system takes developers from Linux prototyping and fine-tuning all the way through Windows deployment. The Ryzen AI Halo developer platform works with the frameworks and tools developers already use – PyTorch, vLLM, llama.cpp, Ollama, ComfyUI and LM Studio – and is optimized for AMD ROCm™ software, supporting large language models, diffusion models and agent workflows locally on a single system.
AMD Ryzen AI Halo Developer Platform Availability
To expand access to AI developers, Ryzen AI Halo powered by Ryzen AI Max+ 395 will be available exclusively at Micro Center with pre-orders starting in June 2026.
Next-Gen Ryzen AI Halo Developer Platform Delivers Enhanced Local AI Performance
In the third quarter of 2026, we’ll step up the Ryzen AI Halo developer platform. The next-generation platform will be powered by new Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series processors, featuring higher clock speeds, up to 192GB of unified memory and 160GB of VRAM.
And we’re not doing this alone: starting in this year, OEM partners are expected to introduce new Ryzen AI Halo developer platforms powered by Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series processors.
Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series Processors: Powering the Next Generation of AI Systems
We further enable AI, graphics and professional workloads to run together on a single system with the new Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series processors for commercial PCs, mobile workstations and small form-factor desktop systems.
Built on AMD “Zen 5” architecture, the processors combine AMD RDNA™ 3.5 graphics with an AMD XDNA™ 2 NPU, 192GB of system memory and 160GB of VRAM to support complex datasets, real-time rendering and advanced AI applications in workstation-class environments.
Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series processors are designed for AI developers, engineers and creators working across simulation, content creation and data-intensive workflows. OEMs can leverage the platform to deliver mobile and compact workstation-class systems that consolidate AI, visualization and compute into a single architecture to simplify deployment and streamline professional workflows.
“AI developers and creators need systems that can keep pace with increasingly demanding workflows without complexity, said Ketan Patel, President, Personal Systems at HP Inc. “HP is designing solutions that combine powerful performance, advanced AI capabilities, and the flexibility needed to accelerate from experimentation to production locally, while also ensuring information remains secure. HP is excited to expand our portfolio with the AMD Ryzen AI Halo Platform and Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series processors, bringing customers a comprehensive portfolio to support the next generation of agentic AI-driven workflows.”
Luca Rossi, President of Intelligent Devices Group, Lenovo, said, “AI is moving from the cloud to where work actually happens: on the device, in real time. Beyond adding new features, it’s enabling systems that can execute, adapt and respond instantly, while keeping data local and more secure. With platforms like AMD’s Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series, we’re scaling this through an ecosystem approach by bringing hardware and AI software together to power the next generation of enterprise AI PCs and workstations.”
Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series Availability
Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series processors will be available from leading OEM partners including HP and Lenovo in the third quarter of 2026.