AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme: The Heart of Steam Deck 2?
AMD's New Ryzen Z2 Chip
The AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme chip is under development to power the next generation of handheld gaming devices, including the anticipated Steam Deck 2. This chip features:
- 16 computing units in the iGPU, a 33% increase over the previous mobile processors.
- Improved memory optimization and better power management.
- RDNA 3.5 graphics architecture for enhanced visual performance.
Performance Enhancements
Early reports suggest that the Ryzen Z2 Extreme will enable demanding games like Black Myth: Wukong to run for considerable lengths on the upcoming handhelds, which would not have been feasible with previous models. With design enhancements targeting early 2025 for a release, AMD's new chip could potentially redefine mobile gaming.
Looking Ahead: Steam Deck 2
As speculations intensify, featuring brands like Lenovo and Valve, the next-generation handheld gaming consoles are gearing up to take the stage. Stay tuned for more updates as the launch approaches.
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