AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 “Strix Halo” APU Achieves Over 19,000 Points in Geekbench Multi-Core Benchmark

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 “Strix Halo”APU has once again demonstrated its prowess in benchmarking tests, particularly via Geekbench, showcasing impressive multicore performance metrics.

AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 “Strix Halo”APU Achieves Outstanding Scores on Geekbench

Recently, the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 tablet featuring the AMD Strix Halo APUs was spotlighted in another round of Geekbench tests, specifically on the GZ302EA model. This device is powered by the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 CPU, recognized as one of the fastest chips available, rivaled only by the Ryzen AI Max+ Pro 395.

Equipped with 16 cores and 32 threads, this APU integrates Radeon 8060S graphics based on the new RDNA 3.5 architecture, which we’ll discuss further. The Ryzen AI Max+ 395 notched a remarkable 2928 points in single-core performance and 19484 points in multicore tests. It is notable that these performance benchmarks occurred while the APU operated at a base frequency of approximately 3.0 GHz and could boost up to 5.1 GHz.

Ryzen AI Max+ 395 Geekbench — Image Source: Geekbench 6

The benchmark results align with earlier leaks suggesting the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 can hit boost frequencies of up to 5.1 GHz. In contrast, the Pro variant can achieve even higher clock speeds. When we compare the current scores with those from prior tests, we observe that while single-core performance has experienced modest gains, multicore performance has seen a slight dip. Such fluctuations in Geekbench results are not uncommon.

The Ryzen AI Max APUs, while based on the advanced Zen 5 architecture, diverge significantly from the Strix Point offerings in terms of specifications and integrated graphics processors (iGPU). Notably, the premium Strix Point models like the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370/375 offer only up to 12 cores and 24 threads, whereas the flagship Strix Halo variants boast 16 cores and 32 threads—representing a significant upgrade in raw processing power.

One of the most notable advancements is in the APU’s integrated graphics system, now featuring 40 Compute Units as opposed to the 12 available on Strix Point chips. As a result, the Radeon 8060S is anticipated to significantly outperform its predecessors, the Radeon 880M and 890M, positioning itself competitively against the RX 7600 and similar discrete units.

This potent combination of CPU and iGPU technology not only alleviates the necessity for discrete graphics in entry-level gaming laptops but also facilitates enhanced performance in compute-heavy applications. Although synthetic benchmarks for the Radeon 8060S have begun to emerge, comprehensive gaming performance data remains scarce. Anticipation mounts for AMD’s official unveiling at CES 2025, where further details on upcoming products are expected to be revealed.

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