GMK is set to launch the world's first mini-PC powered by the AMD Ryzen AI 9 Max+ 395 processor, marking a significant leap in performance for compact computing. This new mini-PC will be available in the first half of 2025.
Ryzen AI Max: The New Era of Mobile Performance
The AMD Ryzen AI Max series, also known as Strix Halo, represents the best of AMD's Zen 5 architecture for the mobile segment. Key features include:
- Up to 16 cores and 32 threads
- Powerful integrated graphics based on the RDNA 3.5 architecture
- Significantly better performance than Strix Point APUs
The Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor is at the forefront, promising a substantial boost in CPU and GPU capabilities.
GMK's New Mini-PC: A Powerhouse in a Small Package
The new GMK mini-PCs, featuring the Ryzen AI Max and Ryzen AI Max Pro series chips, are designed for the premium client PC market. They are expected to include:
- Up to a Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor with 16 cores and 32 threads
- Likely up to 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage (based on their previous models like the EVO-X1)
- Radeon 8060S iGPU with 40 Compute Units (a significant upgrade over Strix Point)
AMD claims that the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 will offer up to three times the computing performance of Intel's Lunar Lake Core Ultra 9 288V processor.
Enhanced Graphics and AI Capabilities
The integrated Radeon 8060S GPU, with its 40 Compute Units, will provide significantly improved graphics performance, making these mini-PCs suitable for both work and gaming. In addition, users can expect enhanced AI performance due to the Strix Halo architecture.
Power Consumption and Availability
The new GMK mini-PCs will have a TDP range of 45-120W, which is higher than previous models due to the more powerful integrated graphics. Availability is expected in either Q1 or Q2 of 2025. Pricing details are yet to be announced.
