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AMD Introduces Lower-End Ryzen AI Max Plus Chips for Gamers

AMD has recently announced the release of two new lower-end Ryzen AI Max Plus processors that are specifically targeted towards gaming devices. These new chips come with full-fat graphics but fewer CPU cores compared to their higher-end counterparts.

The Ryzen AI Max Plus 392 features 12 cores instead of the usual 16, while the Max Plus 388 is equipped with just eight CPU cores. Despite the reduced CPU core count, both chips still boast 40 graphics compute units capable of delivering 60 teraflops of performance.

According to Rahul Tikoo, AMD’s client chip boss, the introduction of these new chips was driven by specific customer requests for gaming-focused SKUs. The aim is to provide gamers with the right products tailored to their needs, especially in the current market conditions.

While the prices of high-end machines have been soaring due to global RAM shortages, AMD’s AI Max systems, priced between $1,000 to $1,500, offer a more affordable alternative. This is in contrast to the average starting price of $2,000 for similar machines in the market.