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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£530
  • Avg. price in US: ~$600
  • PassMark benchmark result: 18461
  • N. of physical cores: 6
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.9 GHz

AMD Ryzen Z1 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

6.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

6.5

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
6.5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

5.6

Performance

18.0%

7.7

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

8.3

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

9.0

Platform

1.0%

8.3

Integrated Graphics

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 5.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    6.8

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    6.5

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.3

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    2.6

    N. of physical cores

  • 3.6
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    4.1

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.6

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    4.0

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £530

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen Z1 is a specialized 4nm processor designed for handheld gaming, featuring a hybrid architecture of 6 cores (2x Zen 4 and 4x Zen 4c) and 12 threads with a boost clock reaching 4.9 GHz. It integrates AMD RDNA 3 graphics with 4 compute units, 22MB of combined L2/L3 cache, and a configurable TDP ranging from 9W to 30W. Its main advantages include high power efficiency—maintaining playable 720p performance at a low 15W envelope—and support for advanced features like LPDDR5X memory, USB4, and upscaling technologies such as FSR and RSR. However, it faces significant drawbacks, including a substantial 40-50% performance gap compared to the Z1 Extreme variant and the absence of a dedicated XDNA AI accelerator found in similar laptop-class chips.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen Z1

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

?

Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

?

Power & Thermal

4.0%

?

Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

6.5
AMD Ryzen Z1 has a technical score of 6.54 points, which is higher than that of 74.8% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
AMD Ryzen Z1 has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.5

Overall score

40.0%

7.7

Price

6.9
AMD Ryzen Z1 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is higher than 69% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

AMD
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
AMD Ryzen Z1 belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
handheld
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FP8
AMD Ryzen Z1 uses the FP8 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 51.3% of processors and equal to that of 1.8% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

Z790, B660
AMD Ryzen Z1 supports Z790, B660 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 79% of processors and equal to that of 1.2% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
AMD Ryzen Z1 uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

6
AMD Ryzen Z1 has 6 CPU cores, which is more than 49.9% of processors and equal to 13.4% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

12
AMD Ryzen Z1 offers 12 CPU threads, which is more than 55.1% of processors and equal to 14.1% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

2
AMD Ryzen Z1 offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

4.9 GHz
AMD Ryzen Z1 reaches a boost clock of 4.9 GHz which is higher than that of 75.6% of processors and equal to that of 4.6% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

6 x 3.2 GHz
AMD Ryzen Z1 has a base clock of 6x3.2 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

4 nm
AMD Ryzen Z1 uses a 4 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 88.4% of processors and equal to that of 7.5% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

TSMC 4 nm
AMD Ryzen Z1 is built on the TSMC 4 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 87% of processors and equal to that of 7.5% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

16 MB
AMD Ryzen Z1 has an L3 cache of 16 MB which is larger than that of 64.2% of processors and equal to that of 12.7% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

6 MB
AMD Ryzen Z1 has an L2 cache of 6 MB which is larger than that of 67% of processors and equal to that of 4% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

384 KB
AMD Ryzen Z1 has an L1 cache of 384 KB which is larger than that of 45% of processors and equal to that of 15.8% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR5
AMD Ryzen Z1 supports DDR DDR5, which is newer than that of 66.4% of processors and equal to that of 12.6% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

7,500 MHz
AMD Ryzen Z1 supports memory speeds up to 7500 MHz, which is higher than that of 93.3% of processors and equal to 3.7% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR5-5600 MHz
AMD Ryzen Z1 supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-5600 MHz, which is higher than that of 80.3% of processors and equal to 5.1% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

256 GB
AMD Ryzen Z1 supports up to 256 GB of memory, which is more than 89.4% of processors and equal to 8.3% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

yes
AMD Ryzen Z1 includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Radeon 740M
AMD Ryzen Z1 uses the Radeon 740M integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 93.1% of processors and equal to that in 1.4% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

4
AMD Ryzen Z1 has 4 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 90.3% of processors and equal to 2.6% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

800 MHz
AMD Ryzen Z1 has an integrated GPU clock of 800 MHz which is higher than that of 90.8% of processors and equal to that of 7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode/encode)
AMD Ryzen Z1 supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 90.7% of processors and equal to 3.4% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

9-30 W
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

15 W
AMD Ryzen Z1 has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

N/A
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
AMD Ryzen Z1 supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 9 W
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AMD Ryzen Z1 vs the average processor

  • 3.45x higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (1,672 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (1,672 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.1,672 vs 484
  • 46.9% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,648 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,648 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,648 vs 2,483
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen Z1 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Phoenix 2 vs Kaby Lake).
    What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
    When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen Z1 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Phoenix 2 vs Kaby Lake).Phoenix 2 vs Kaby Lake
  • 51.5% higher single-core score
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,229 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,229 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,229 vs 1,471
  • 4x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
    When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=128 GB

    AMD Ryzen Z1 has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2.56x higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (7,500 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
    What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
    When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=4800 MHz

    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (7,500 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.7500 MHz vs 2933 MHz
  • 14% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 66.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a lower process node than the average processor (4 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
    When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <10 nm

    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a lower process node than the average processor (4 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.4 nm vs 12 nm
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a newer release date than the average processor (2,023 vs 2,020).
  • 3.45x higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (1,672 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 46.9% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,648 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 51.5% higher single-core score
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,229 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 14% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 71.2% higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (8,204 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 75.3% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (18,461 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 4 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen Z1 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Phoenix 2 vs Kaby Lake).
  • 66.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a lower process node than the average processor (4 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    AMD Ryzen Z1 uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • 55.2% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2.7 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen Z1 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 4 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 2x more L2 per core
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • 2.4x larger L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (6 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 23% smaller die size
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a lower die size than the average processor (137 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 2.56x higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (7,500 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 4x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 95.6% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (89.6 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • Newer PCIe version
    AMD Ryzen Z1 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen Z1 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen Z1 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • Better integrated GPU
    AMD Ryzen Z1 uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Radeon 740M vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 2.29x higher GPU clock speed
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (800 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.

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Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen Z1 supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 83.3% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (4 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 2.12x more expensive
    AMD Ryzen Z1 is more expensive than the average processor (£530 vs £250).
    AMD Ryzen Z1 is more expensive than the average processor (£530 vs £250).£530 vs £250
  • 83.3% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen Z1 has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (4 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
    What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
    When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=24

    AMD Ryzen Z1 has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (4 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.4 vs 24
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen Z1 supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
    What it is: The kind of TPM security support associated with the processor or its platform.
    When it matters: When operating-system requirements, device encryption, enterprise security, or platform trust features matter.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen Z1 supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD Ryzen Z1?

  • Excellent value for budget-conscious gamers, often found at a lower price point than the Z1 Extreme
  • Strong performance-per-watt efficiency, particularly when optimized for a 15W power limit
  • Capable of playing many AAA titles at 720p with playable frame rates, especially when using AMD's FSR upscaling
  • Supports modern features like RDNA 3 graphics and Zen 4 architecture, offering a significant jump over older Zen 3 chips
  • Runs cool and quiet in handheld devices like the ROG Ally due to its lower power draw

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen Z1?

  • Significant performance drop compared to the Z1 Extreme, with roughly 40-50% less graphical power
  • Struggles with demanding modern games at the native 1080p resolution, often failing to reach 60fps even on low settings
  • Smaller L3 cache and fewer GPU compute units (4 CUs vs. 12 CUs in the Extreme) limit its multitasking and high-end gaming potential
  • Battery life remains a concern in handhelds, even with the more efficient chip, due to the power requirements of the Windows OS
  • Often considered a poor investment if the Z1 Extreme model is available for only a small price increase, as the performance gains of the latter are much higher

Expert reviews

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laptopmedia.com
21/04/2024
AMD Ryzen Z1 vs Ryzen Z1 Extreme - 44% Gain Makes the "Extreme" Name Deserved Would you like to compare the performance differences between this chip...

The AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme delivers roughly 44% higher frame rates than the standard Z1, largely due to featuring 12 graphics compute units compared to just four in the base model. While both chips are 4nm and support upscaling, the Extreme variant excels in demanding AAA games by offering 8 cores and 16 threads, making it significantly more future-proof. A major advantage for the Z1...Read more

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rog.asus.com
29/09/2023
ROG Ally Z1 vs Z1 Extreme Performance & Features Compared

The ASUS ROG Ally Z1 and Z1 Extreme share identical displays, ergonomics, and software, but differ significantly in processing power and gaming performance. The Extreme variant offers an 8-core CPU and 12 RDNA 3 compute units for high-end gaming, while the standard Z1 features 6 cores and 4 compute units, aimed at a lower price point. Benchmarks show the Z1 Extreme delivers 40-50%...Read more

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gamersnexus.net
03/11/2023
ASUS' Weird ROG Ally Non-Extreme: Z1 Benchmarks vs. Z1 Extreme

GamersNexus characterizes the ASUS ROG Ally Z1 (non-Extreme) as a "weird" product that struggles to justify its existence compared to the Z1 Extreme, offering significantly reduced performance due to having only 4 GPU compute units compared to 12 in the higher-end model. While it maintains the same chassis and screen, the Z1 suffers a 50% or higher performance deficit in AAA titles...Read more

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chipsandcheese.com
12/02/2024
AMD’s Mild Hybrid Strategy: Ryzen Z1 in ASUS’s ROG Ally

According to Chips and Cheese, the ASUS ROG Ally's AMD Ryzen Z1 acts as a "mild hybrid" combining two performance Zen 4 cores with four efficiency-focused Zen 4c cores, which offers architectural consistency without scheduling issues. While this configuration provides excellent CPU bandwidth and a faster 123.9 ns memory latency compared to the Steam Deck, the Zen 4c cores are...Read more

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rog.asus.com
29/09/2023
ROG Ally Z1 vs. Z1 Extreme: Performance and Features Comparison

The ASUS ROG Ally Z1 and Z1 Extreme share an identical chassis, 120Hz display, and cooling, but differ in processing power. The Z1 Extreme (8 cores/16 threads/12 RDNA 3 CUs) acts as a AAA gaming handheld, whereas the base Z1 (6 cores/12 threads/4 CUs) is positioned for indie and lighter titles. Key pros for both include a vibrant screen and Windows 11 compatibility. The Z1 Extreme...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
16/10/2023
Asus ROG Ally (Ryzen Z1) Review: A tamer take on its powerful sibling

The Asus ROG Ally (Z1), reviewed by Les Numériques, is a less powerful, 1080p 120Hz handheld designed for gaming at a lower price point than the Z1 Extreme model, retaining a similar chassis and quality 7-inch screen. While it offers high-quality ergonomics and a comfortable 608g design, the standard Z1 processor's reduced RDNA 3 graphics (4 Compute Units) struggles with demanding...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
21/04/2024
AMD Ryzen Z1 vs Ryzen Z1 Extreme - 44% boost makes the "Extreme" title well-deserved

LaptopMedia's analysis shows the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme delivers a 44% performance gain over the standard Z1, largely due to featuring 8 cores and 16 threads (similar to a Ryzen 7 7840U) compared to the base Z1's 6-core/12-thread design. A major pro for the Extreme variant is its triple graphics core count, providing necessary power for smooth AAA gaming, while both chips are built on...Read more

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frandroid.com
16/10/2023
Asus ROG Ally Z1 Review: The Windows-Powered Steam Deck Alternative

The Frandroid review of the Asus ROG Ally (Z1) presents it as a lighter, more affordable alternative to high-end handhelds, featuring a superior 1080p 120Hz display. While praised for its, ergonomic design and versatile Windows 11 integration with platforms like Xbox Game Pass, the device suffers from significant performance limitations with the base Z1 chip, struggling to maintain...Read more

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notebookcheck.it
Marzo 2026
Laptop Processors - Benchmarks (Ryzen Z1 Technical Specs and Comparative Tests). Want to dive deeper into the gaming benchmark comparison between the...

Notebookcheck.it offers a comprehensive, frequently updated database that ranks hundreds of laptop processors, serving as a central hub for comparing CPU performance across various manufacturers using both internal and external data. Pros include extreme granularity, allowing users to filter by architecture, TDP, and specific benchmarks like Cinebench or Geekbench, along with the...Read more

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