AMD PMC Linux Driver Preps For Zen 6 CPUs
AMD is preparing its Power Management Controller (PMC) Linux driver for the upcoming Zen 6 processors. A set of five patches has been released to support the new Family 1Ah Model 80h processors, which include enhancements for power management. These changes are part of a broader effort to enable support for Zen 6 in the open-source ecosystem.
- ▪The AMD PMC Linux driver is being updated for next-gen Zen 6 processors.
- ▪Five patches have been sent out to support Family 1Ah Model 80h processors.
- ▪The patches include a new ACPI ID and improvements for power management functionality.
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AMD PMC Linux Driver Preps For Zen 6 CPUs Written by Michael Larabel in AMD on 22 May 2026 at 06:31 AM EDT. Add A Comment The AMD SoC Power Management Controller Driver is the latest seeing patch activity now in preparing for next-gen Zen 6 processors. Sent out on Thursday were a set of five patches for the Power Management Controller (PMC) driver with necessary changes for supporting Family 1Ah Model 80h processors that will be part of the Zen 6 processor line-up. These patches add a new ACPI ID "AMDI000C", address SMU changes with these upcoming processors, and ultimately make the needed preparations for s0i3 power management support with these next-gen wares.
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