AMD CPU Naming Convention
The image and table explain AMD processor suffixes, which reveal key details about the CPU’s intended use and capabilities. Suffixes like “U” and “C” refer to ultra-low power chips designed for thin and efficient laptops, while “H”, “HS”, and “HX” indicate high-performance models suited for gaming and content creation. Desktop suffixes like “X” point to higher clock speeds or better performance, and “G” shows the presence of integrated graphics. Knowing these suffixes helps users understand the balance between power, efficiency, and graphics when selecting an AMD processor.
You can understand more about CPUs in the article Selecting Your CPU
| Suffix | Meaning |
| X | High Performance |
| ** | Standard Desktop CPU |
| G | DT with Graphics |
| T | Low Power Desktop |
| S | Low Power Desktop with Graphics |
| H | High performance Mobile |
| U | Standard mobile |
| M | Low Power Mobile |
| X/XE | Unlocked, High End |
| B | Ball Grid Array (BGA) |
