Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 Shows Promise for Handheld Gaming at Low Wattage
The recently released AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU, part of the Zen 5 Strix Point lineup, is showing impressive efficiency and performance, especially in a simulated handheld gaming scenario.
Key Takeaways:
- Efficiency is Key: The Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 outperforms its predecessors and competitors, like the Ryzen 7 8840HS and Ryzen Z1 Extreme, while consuming less power. This efficiency is crucial for handheld devices where battery life is paramount.
- Impressive Performance at Low TDP: Even when capped at a low 17W TDP, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 with its Radeon 890M graphics delivered playable frame rates (30+ FPS) in demanding titles like Doom Eternal, Resident Evil 4, and Red Dead Redemption 2 at 1080p resolution, often utilizing FSR upscaling.
- Handheld Potential: The APU's performance at low wattages suggests significant potential for handheld gaming consoles. Further optimizations for this specific use case could yield even better results.
Further Details:
Benchmarks conducted by YouTuber "AMD APU Gaming" showed the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 hitting over 45 FPS in Doom Eternal (High settings), exceeding 30 FPS in Resident Evil 4 (High) and Red Dead Redemption 2 (Medium) with FSR Quality, and consistently reaching 40+ FPS in God of War (PS4 settings).
The article also references more in-depth analysis comparing the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 against the Ryzen Z1 Extreme at various TDPs, highlighting the former's superior performance.
Looking Forward:
While the tested APU wasn't specifically optimized for handhelds, its current performance paints a promising picture for the future of AMD-powered gaming devices. With dedicated optimization, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 could become a powerful force in the handheld gaming market.
