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Initial Gaming Tests for AMD's Ryzen Z2 Extreme Indicate Memory Constraints
Early benchmarks showcase how memory bandwidth may limit performance of the latest handheld gaming chip, the Ryzen Z2 Extreme.
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AMD has launched its Ryzen Z2 Extreme chip, aiming to improve handheld gaming. Early benchmarks, however, reveal that memory bandwidth is restricting its full potential. Tests showing how the Z2 Extreme outperforms its predecessor, the Z1 Extreme, reveal modest gains in frame rates.
Key Findings
- At lower power and resolution settings, the Z2 demonstrates a notable performance improvement compared to the Z1.
- The Z2 Extreme averages only a 12% frame rate increase in demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077, even with enhanced specs.
Experts indicate that the memory bandwidth limitations may hinder performance, even with more powerful computing cores, leading to critical concerns for gaming enthusiasts considering upgrades.
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