Tag: Ryzen AI

  • AMD Ryzen AI Max 400 Series Official: Up to 192 GB RAM

    AMD Ryzen AI Max 400 Series Official: Up to 192 GB RAM

    Key Takeaway

    – AMD’s new Gorgon Halo Pro lineup includes three Ryzen AI Pro APUs with 16/12/8 Zen 5 cores, 5.2/5.0 GHz boosts, and 40–80 MB cache, each paired with a Radeon iGPU (8050S/8065S) and a 50–80 TOPS NPU.
    – Memory capacity is expanded up to 192 GB RAM, with up to 160 GB allocated to the iGPU, signaling a focus on memory-intensive AI workloads.
    – The top model, Ryzen AI Max+ 495 Pro, features 16 Zen 5 cores, 80 MB cache, Radeon 8065S iGPU (40 CUs), and a 55 TOPS NPU; other models are 490 Pro (12C/24T) and 485 (8C/16T).

    AMD introduces Gorgon Halo chips with Pro SKUs

    A previous leak showed one of AMD’s new Medusa Halo chips. The Ryzen AI Max+ 495 Pro showed up on PassMark with the same fundamental specs as its Strix Halo counterpart, with the only notable difference being a new GPU. It has now been officially shown off alongside two other chips. Unlike Strix Halo, which debuted with consumer-grade (read: non-Pro) SKUs, AMD has decided to push out the Ryzen AI Pro models this time, with no indication of non-Pro variants coming anytime soon.

    Top tier Ryzen AI Max+ 495 Pro details

    At the top of the stack lies the Ryzen AI Max+ 495 Pro (yeah, it’s a mouthful) with 16 Zen 5 cores, 32 threads, a boost clock of 5.2 GHz and 80 MB of total cache. It is accompanied by a Radeon 8065S iGPU with 40 CUs. Exactly how it differs from the Radeon 8060S remains unknown. Furthermore, it is the only Gorgon Halo APU that has a 55 TOPS NPU.

    Next up, the Ryzen AI Max 490 Pro is a 12-core/24-thread model with a 5 GHz boost clock and 76 MB total cache. Lastly, the Ryzen AI Max 485 comes with 8 cores, 16 threads, 5 GHz boost and just 40 MB of cache. Both APUs employ a Radeon 8050S iGPU with 32 CUs and a 50 TOPS NPU. AMD hasn’t specified a launch date for either model, simply stating they’ll be coming soon.

    RAM capacity and future prospects

    However, the largest upgrade offered by Gorgon Halo is support for up to 192 GB of RAM, of which 160 GB can be allocated to the iGPU. Interesting choice to make in the middle of a memory crisis, but developers will undoubtedly welcome the extra resource with open arms.

    Unfortunately, that’s all we know about Gogon Halo for now. A Ryzen AI Halo variant with the chips is slated to debut soon, as well. AMD is presumably tight-lipped about Gorgon Halo performance because it is nothing to write home about, as evidenced by the jump between Gorgon Point and Strix Point. Then again, Gorgon Halo is likely a stop-gap solution for memory-hungry workloads, with the real performance boost coming via the next-gen Medusa Halo lineup.


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    • Acer Swift Air 16 Launches with AMD Ryzen AI 7 and 2.8K OLED Display

      Acer Swift Air 16 Launches with AMD Ryzen AI 7 and 2.8K OLED Display

      Key Takeaways

      1. The Acer Swift Air 16 is a lightweight laptop made from a magnesium-aluminum alloy, weighing under 1 kg and available in multiple colors.
      2. It features two display options: a 16:10 1,920×1,200 60 Hz IPS screen and a 2,880×1,800 120 Hz AMOLED display with full DCI-P3 color coverage.
      3. The laptop is powered by AMD Ryzen AI processors, including the Ryzen AI 5 330, 340, and 7 350, with integrated Radeon graphics.
      4. It includes a 2 MP FHD IR webcam with a privacy shutter, various ports (USB-C, USB-A, HDMI), and supports Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4.
      5. The device has a 50 Whr battery offering up to 13 hours of video playback and will be available in the EMEA region starting November, with prices from €999.

      We just took a look at the Acer Swift 16 AI, which is powered by the Intel Lunar Lake Core Ultra 9 288V processor. At the IFA 2025 event, Acer is launching a new version called the Swift Air 16 that features Ryzen AI. According to Acer, the Swift Air 16 is designed for those who travel often and need a lightweight laptop.

      Design and Display

      The Swift Air 16 is made from a magnesium-aluminum alloy, making it super light at under 1 kg. You can choose from several colors: Light Silver, Fresh Blue, Steel Gray, and White. It offers two display options: a 16:10 1,920×1,200 60 Hz IPS screen or a 2,880×1,800 400 nits 120 Hz AMOLED display, which covers the full DCI-P3 color gamut.

      Performance

      This laptop is powered by AMD Ryzen Krackan Point APU options, which include the Ryzen AI 5 330, Ryzen AI 5 340, and Ryzen AI 7 350. Each of these processors comes with integrated Radeon graphics: the 820M, 840M, and 860M, respectively.

      Features and Battery Life

      The Swift Air 16 is equipped with a 2 MP FHD IR webcam featuring a privacy shutter, allowing for Windows Hello biometric logins. It also includes two full-function USB Type-C ports, a USB 3.2 Type-A port, and an HDMI 1.4 port with HDCP support. For connectivity, you’ll find Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4.

      According to Acer, the device boasts a 3-cell 50 Whr Li-ion battery that provides 13 hours of video playback.

      The Acer Swift Air 16 SFA16-61M will be available in the EMEA region starting in November, with prices beginning at €999.

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    • OneXFly F1 Pro 10W TDP: Play Red Dead Redemption 80+ FPS

      OneXFly F1 Pro 10W TDP: Play Red Dead Redemption 80+ FPS

      The OneXFly F1 Pro is a groundbreaking gaming handheld that features the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor, making it capable of running nearly any AAA game you can think of. It also includes the Radeon 890M integrated GPU, which allows it to perform exceptionally well. Recently, the company revealed how the F1 Pro can run Red Dead Redemption while maintaining a low thermal design power (TDP).

      Impressive Performance in Gaming

      In a recent teaser video, One-Netbook showcased the OneXFly F1 Pro achieving over 80 frames per second in Red Dead Redemption at a mere 10W TDP. The game was played at a 1080p resolution, and although the graphics were set to low, it’s quite remarkable to see the Radeon 890M delivering such strong performance at such a low power consumption level.

      Benchmark Scores Reveal Potential

      Additionally, One-Netbook highlighted the performance of the Ryzen AI 365 version of the gaming handheld. According to the 3DMark Time Spy benchmark, the Radeon 880M in the OneXFly F1 Pro scored 2,084 at 10W, 2,967 at 15W, and 3,346 at 25W. For context, the score of 3,346 at 25W surpasses the performance of the Asus ROG Ally X, which scored lower at 30W in our tests. This indicates that even the more affordable version of the OneXFly F1 Pro outperforms many last-gen handhelds.

      Pricing and Future Expectations

      However, the OneXFly F1 Pro comes with a higher price tag compared to older models. With the current pre-order discount, the starting price is set at $1,099. This price point is somewhat expected, especially since even the Strix Point mini PCs are more expensive than their Hawk Point counterparts. Looking ahead, there’s hope that the next generation of gaming handhelds featuring the Ryzen Z2 series may lower prices somewhat (for instance, the Legion Go with Z1 Extreme is currently priced at $659.99 on Amazon).

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    • AMD Ryzen AI 300 Strix Point CPUs Receive RAM Speed Boost

      AMD Ryzen AI 300 Strix Point CPUs Receive RAM Speed Boost

      AMD’s Strix Point laptops have been available for some time now. The Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 chip has also begun to appear in portable gaming consoles. Yet, those who were among the first to use AMD’s Zen 5 laptop chips might find themselves at a disadvantage. This is because the company has quietly made improvements to all future Strix Point models.

      Memory Upgrades

      A leaker known as @AnhPhuH recently noticed these changes on AMD’s website. The Ryzen AI chips now come with support for LPDDR5X-8000 memory, which is 500 MT/s faster than the LPDDR5-7500 memory seen in the original versions. For those using non-soldered options, the speed remains unchanged at DDR5-5600. However, the new platform limits support to just two DIMMs operating at DDR5-5600, instead of the previous four. The maximum memory capacity for Strix Point stays the same at 256 GB.

      Performance Implications

      This slight enhancement in memory speed should theoretically lead to an increase in GPU performance as well. Other Strix Point models, like the Ryzen Z2 Extreme set to launch in 2025, are also expected to gain from the quicker RAM. However, it appears that it will not feature the RDNA 3.5-based Radeon 890M. At this moment, it’s unclear when these upgrades will take effect, but the updates on AMD’s official site imply they may have already rolled out.

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