What's Happening?
The first gaming benchmarks for AMD's Ryzen Z2 Extreme chip indicate that its performance is hindered by memory bandwidth limitations. Despite having more GPU compute units than its predecessor, the Ryzen Z1 Extreme, the Z2 Extreme shows only modest improvements in gaming performance. Tests reveal that the chip's shared memory pool restricts its ability to fully utilize its enhanced graphics capabilities, particularly at higher power and resolution settings.
Why It's Important?
The findings highlight the challenges faced by chip manufacturers in balancing performance and efficiency in handheld gaming devices. The limitations of the Ryzen Z2 Extreme underscore the importance of memory bandwidth in achieving optimal gaming performance. This issue may influence future design considerations for AMD and other manufacturers, as they seek to enhance the capabilities of their chips while addressing bandwidth constraints.
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