AMD Ryzen Z2 Series APUs Announced: New Chips for Handheld Gaming
AMD unveils the Ryzen Z2 series APUs, including the flagship Z2 Extreme.
AMD has announced three new Ryzen Z2-series APUs, each catering to different segments of the handheld gaming market. The new lineup includes the flagship Ryzen Z2 Extreme, along with the Ryzen Z2 and Ryzen Z2 Go. Ryzen Z2 Extreme: Flagship Performance The Ryzen Z2 Extreme is an 8-core processor built on the Strix Point architecture, combining three Zen 5 and five Zen 5c cores. This APU also features 16 RDNA 3.5 Compute Units, representing the highest configuration for this silicon. It's designed to deliver top-tier performance for demanding handheld gaming experiences. Ryzen Z2 and Ryzen Z2 Go: Different Targets The Ryzen Z2 Go is a Lenovo exclusive, custom-designed for the Legion Go S . This APU is geared towards budget-conscious gamers, featuring just 4 Zen 3+ cores and 12 RDNA 2 Compute Units. It's designed for systems where cost and battery efficiency are critical. Source videocardz