AMD has expanded its high-performance Ryzen AI MAX 'Strix Halo' processor lineup with two new models: the Ryzen AI Max+ 392 and the Ryzen AI Max+ 388. These super-APUs are engineered to deliver exceptional graphics performance within a System-on-Chip design, targeting the next generation of handheld gaming devices and compact PCs. Both new processors feature a powerful integrated GPU based on the RDNA 3.5 architecture with 40 compute units and a 50 TOPS Neural Processing Unit (NPU) ready for Copilot+ features.

The strategic difference lies in their CPU configurations to hit aggressive price-performance points. The Ryzen AI Max+ 392 utilizes a 12-core/24-thread configuration, while the Ryzen AI Max+ 388 features an 8-core/16-thread setup. By prioritizing GPU throughput over maximum CPU core count, AMD is positioning these chips to compete directly in the portable gaming market, offering formidable gaming capabilities at potentially lower price points than flagship models.

This move signals a continued focus on unifying desktop-class graphics with mobile efficiency.