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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£470
  • Avg. price in US: ~$700
  • PassMark benchmark result: 24669
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 5.1 GHz

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

6.8

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%

6.8

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
6.8

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%

6.1

Performance

18.0%

7.3

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

8.6

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.8

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.1

Platform

1.0%

8.6

Integrated Graphics

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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%

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Popularity

  • 6.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    6.6

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    6.3

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.9

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

  • 4.7
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    5.4

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    5.2

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme is a high-performance APU purpose-built for handheld gaming consoles, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads based on the 4nm Zen 4 architecture with a boost clock of up to 5.1 GHz. It integrates a powerful RDNA 3 graphics engine with 12 compute units capable of 8.6 teraflops, alongside a total of 24MB cache (8MB L2 and 16MB L3) and a configurable TDP range from 9W to 30W. Its main advantages include desktop-class multitasking, the ability to play modern AAA titles at 1080p, and support for upscaling technologies like FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR). However, notable cons include significant power draw that can lead to rapid battery depletion in portable devices and the intentional omission of the XDNA AI engine found in its laptop counterparts.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme

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%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

6.8
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a technical score of 6.81 points, which is higher than that of 80.8% 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 Extreme 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%

6.8

Overall score

40.0%

8.0

Price

7.2
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.2 points, which is higher than 77% 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 Extreme 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 Extreme 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

N/A
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 Extreme 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+

8
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has 8 CPU cores, which is more than 63.4% of processors and equal to 13.6% 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+

16
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme offers 16 CPU threads, which is more than 71.1% of processors and equal to 13.9% 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 Extreme 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

5.1 GHz
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme reaches a boost clock of 5.1 GHz which is higher than that of 86.1% of processors and equal to that of 4.1% 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

8 x 3.3 GHz
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a base clock of 8x3.3 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 Extreme 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 Extreme 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 Extreme 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

8 MB
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has an L2 cache of 8 MB which is larger than that of 73.5% of processors and equal to that of 4.3% 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

512 KB
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has an L1 cache of 512 KB which is larger than that of 63.6% of processors and equal to that of 9.5% 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 Extreme 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 Extreme 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

LPDDR5X-7500 MHz
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR5X-7500 MHz, which is higher than that of 94.2% of processors and equal to 3.1% 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 Extreme 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

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AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme 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 780M
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme uses the Radeon 780M integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 95.8% of processors and equal to that in 1.9% 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

12
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has 12 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 62.8% of processors and equal to 9.2% 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 Extreme 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

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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

9 W
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a base power of 9 W which is lower than that of 95% of processors and equal to that of 1.2% 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

30 W
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a boost power of 30 W which is lower than that of 79.4% of processors and equal to that of 1.5% of processors.
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 Extreme supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 9-30 W
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AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme vs the average processor

  • 5.01x better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (13,955 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
    When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4700

    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (13,955 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.13,955 vs 2,783
  • 18.6% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 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 Extreme has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 2.41x higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (11,553 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (11,553 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.11,553 vs 4,793
  • 42.7% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,542 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 Extreme has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,542 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,542 vs 2,483
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Phoenix 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 Extreme uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Phoenix vs Kaby Lake).Phoenix vs Kaby Lake
  • 2.34x higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (24,669 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (24,669 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.24,669 vs 10,532.5
  • 4x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme 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 Extreme 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 Extreme 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 Extreme 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
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a newer release date than the average processor (2,023 vs 2,020).
  • 5.01x better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (13,955 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 18.6% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 2.41x higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (11,553 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 42.7% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,542 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 2.34x higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (24,669 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 47.2% higher single-core score
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,166 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 2 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 2 wider front-end design
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher front-end width than the average processor (6 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Phoenix vs Kaby Lake).
  • 66.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a lower process node than the average processor (4 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 3.2x larger L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (8 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme 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 Extreme 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.
  • 5.05x more transistors
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has more transistors than the average processor (25 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 33.3% larger L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (512 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 2.56x higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme 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 Extreme 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 Extreme 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 Extreme supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • Supports ECC memory
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • Better integrated GPU
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Radeon 780M vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 2.29x higher GPU clock speed
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme 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 Extreme has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 80% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a lower base power draw than the average processor (9 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme 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.
  • 53.1% lower boost power
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (30 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.

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Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 50% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 88% more expensive
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme is more expensive than the average processor (£470 vs £250).
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme is more expensive than the average processor (£470 vs £250).£470 vs £250
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme 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 Extreme supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • 50% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 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 Extreme has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.12 vs 24
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Graphic comparison of AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme and other processors

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme?

  • Significantly higher performance (approx. 40%+) compared to the base Ryzen Z1 model
  • Strong Zen 4 / RDNA 3 architecture capable of running demanding AAA titles at playable frame rates
  • Highly versatile power profiles, ranging from efficient 9W-10W modes to high-performance 30W-50W+ modes
  • Performance is comparable to high-end laptop processors like the Ryzen 7 7840U
  • Excellent value for price-to-performance ratio in the handheld gaming market
  • Supports modern upscaling technologies like AMD FSR and RSR to boost frame rates

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme?

  • High power consumption in 'Performance' modes (up to 54W peak) leads to very short battery life
  • Thermal issues: can run very hot (up to 95°C recorded peaks), causing loud fan noise or charging interruptions
  • Performance can be inconsistent or tank significantly when limited to low TDP (Total Device Power) settings
  • Reported issues with SD card reader reliability in some earlier Z1 Extreme hardware revisions
  • Reliance on Windows 11 as a host OS can be resource-heavy compared to dedicated gaming operating systems

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phoronix.com
11/07/2023
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Proves Very Versatile For Power/Performance

The AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme, featuring Zen 4 and RDNA3 architectures, offers exceptional performance flexibility for handheld gaming, often outperforming the Ryzen 7 7840U on Linux when power restrictions are removed. A major advantage is its versatile power management, allowing it to act as an efficient 10W chip or a high-performance 30W+ device. However, the chip faces significant...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
21/04/2024
AMD Ryzen Z1 vs Ryzen Z1 Extreme - 44% Gain Makes the "Extreme" Name Deserved

LaptopMedia finds that the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme provides a 44% performance increase over the standard Ryzen Z1, driven by 33% more cores and triple the graphics compute units. The Extreme variant is suited for demanding AAA titles with its superior Radeon 780M graphics, while both chips share high efficiency at 9W TDP. With only a 10–20% typical price difference between devices, the...Read more

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phoronix.com
29/06/2023
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme: Windows vs. Linux CPU Performance

The Phoronix review of the Ryzen Z1 Extreme in the ASUS ROG Ally highlights superior Linux performance, with Ubuntu 23.04 delivering approximately 40% better overall CPU performance compared to Windows 11 under the "performance" profile, along with strong AVX-512 support. However, significant cons include high power consumption, reaching up to 54 Watts under load, and thermals...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
01/07/2023
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme is a high-performance 4nm Zen 4 processor designed for handheld gaming, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads with a max boost of 5.1 GHz. Its integrated RDNA 3 graphics with 12 compute units offer superior performance, with 8.6 teraflops, far surpassing the Steam Deck's APU. Advantages include a configurable 9W to 30W TDP for versatile power consumption, support...Read more

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

The ROG Ally Z1 and Z1 Extreme share an identical chassis, featuring a 1080p 120Hz display, Windows 11, and the same cooling system, ensuring consistent build quality and user experience across both models. The core difference is performance: the Z1 Extreme (8 cores/12 RDNA 3 CUs) offers 30–50% higher performance in demanding games compared to the base Z1 (6 cores/4 CUs). While the...Read more

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rog.asus.com
29/09/2023
ROG Ally Z1 vs Z1 Extreme Performance & Features Compared Would you like to see specific benchmark scores or gaming framerates from any of these artic...

The ASUS ROG Ally Z1 and Z1 Extreme share an identical 7-inch 1080p 120Hz display, chassis, and software suite, with both devices benefiting from full Windows 11 compatibility for varied gaming libraries. A major advantage is the inclusion of Armoury Crate SE for customization, while a shared, significant drawback is short battery life, often lasting under two hours during intense...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
21/04/2024
AMD Ryzen Z1 vs Ryzen Z1 Extreme - 44% Gain Makes the Extreme Name Deserved

The AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme significantly outperforms the standard Z1, featuring 8 cores/16 threads and 12 graphics compute units (CUs) compared to 6 cores/12 threads and 4 CUs. This hardware advantage delivers a 44% performance gain, making the Extreme version necessary for demanding 1080p gaming, while both chips benefit from AMD's upscaling technology (FSR/RSR). Although the base Z1...Read more

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

The GamersNexus review of the non-Extreme ASUS ROG Ally Z1 shows it is a significantly weaker device than the Z1 Extreme, largely due to a heavily reduced GPU (4 Compute Units vs. 12). Benchmarks reveal the Z1 Extreme is 30% to 50% faster, leaving the non-Extreme version struggling to achieve playable framerates in AAA titles, averaging only 21 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 on battery....Read more

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phoronix.com
29/06/2023
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme: Windows vs. Linux CPU Performance Review

The Phoronix review shows the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme offers superior Linux performance compared to Windows 11, with Ubuntu 23.04 delivering up to 40% higher CPU speeds. Utilizing the "performance" ACPI profile results in a ~29% boost, showcasing strong capabilities for tasks like kernel compilation. However, high performance comes with significant,2, power and thermal tradeoffs, as...Read more

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hardwareinside.de
18/04/2024
ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Review

The ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme, powered by the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, positions itself as a high-performance Windows-based handheld capable of playing modern AAA titles on a 7-inch 1080p 120Hz display. Key advantages include its wide compatibility with game launchers (Steam, Xbox Game Pass), lightweight ergonomic design, and useful software, though it lacks the convenient...Read more

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handheldboss.de
13/08/2025
Z1 vs. Z2 Extreme: Is the upgrade worth it?

The HandheldBOSS review finds the Ryzen Z2 Extreme prioritizes efficiency over raw power, utilizing "Zen 5" architecture to deliver superior performance at low TDPs (under 15W) compared to the Z1 Extreme. Key advantages include vastly improved battery life and smoother gameplay for indie titles, while the Z1 Extreme often struggles at these lower power levels. However, the Z2...Read more

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leveltech.fr
21/02/2025
Review: Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme, Power in the Palm of Your Hand

The ASUS ROG Ally X (2024) is a significant mid-generation update focusing on quality-of-life improvements, featuring 24GB of faster LPDDR5X-7500 RAM, a 1TB M.2 2280 SSD, and a doubled 80Wh battery that enables nearly three hours of AAA gaming. The ergonomic design is refined with deeper grips, higher-tension joysticks, and improved airflow, while replacing the proprietary XG Mobile...Read more

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overclocking.com
Février 2024
ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Review: OS, APU, and Battery Life

The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme is a high-performance Windows 11 handheld featuring an 8-core AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor and a 7-inch 1080p 120Hz display with Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), delivering superior performance compared to the Steam Deck. Its primary pros include this class-leading, bright display, excellent performance in demanding AAA games, and full Windows 11...Read more

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galaxus.fr
12/08/2024
Asus ROG Ally X Review: A Real Steam Deck Alternative

The Asus ROG Ally X serves as a refined, incremental update to the original handheld, doubling the battery capacity to 80 Wh, increasing RAM to 24 GB, and introducing an easier-to-upgrade M.2 2280 SSD slot. While it boasts a 1080p 120Hz display with VRR, it lacks the deep contrast of OLED screens, and it retains a Windows 11 base, allowing for vast game library compatibility at the...Read more

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geeknetic.es
25/04/2023
AMD Ryzen Z1 and Ryzen Z1 Extreme: Zen 4 Architecture and RDNA 3 GPU for Handheld Consoles

The AMD Ryzen Z1 and Z1 Extreme processors bring Zen 4 architecture and RDNA 3 graphics to handheld consoles like the ASUS ROG Ally, offering significant performance gains for portable gaming. The Z1 Extreme features 8 cores and 12 RDNA 3 compute units (CUs), providing up to 8.6 Teraflops of graphics power, while the standard 6-core Z1 includes 4 CUs. Key pros include high...Read more

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dday.it
05/01/2024
Legion Go Review: Like a Switch, but for Windows Games

The Lenovo Legion Go is a powerful Windows-based handheld featuring a large, vibrant 8.8-inch QHD+ 144Hz screen and versatile detachable controllers, positioning it as a premium alternative to smaller competitors. Driven by the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, it handles demanding AAA titles, with a standout "FPS mode" that converts the right controller into a mouse for enhanced...Read more

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esports.gazzetta.it
21/11/2023
Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Review: A Powerful Steam Deck Alternative

The ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme is a high-performance Windows 11 handheld designed for gaming on the go, offering superior performance compared to the Steam Deck. A major pro is its powerful AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip and 1080p 120Hz display with Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) for smooth visuals, though a significant con is its limited battery life during high-performance gaming. While...Read more

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tomshw.it
07/06/2023
ROG Ally: Full Review After One Month of Use

The ASUS ROG Ally features a superior 7-inch 120Hz display and powerful AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, offering better performance and visuals than the Steam Deck, though it runs Windows 11 which can be clunky on a handheld. A major drawback is the poor battery life, which often lasts under an hour during intense gaming, alongside concerns regarding the SD card slot overheating....Read more

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techgaming.nl
17/02/2025
ASUS ROG Ally X Review - TechGaming

The TechGaming review identifies the ASUS ROG Ally X as a significant refinement of its predecessor, featuring a 1TB SSD, 24GB of faster RAM, and a redesigned black chassis with improved ergonomics. A standout upgrade is the 80Wh battery, which doubles the capacity of the original model for improved, practical on-the-go gaming. The device maintains high performance with the AMD...Read more

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techgaming.nl
28/06/2023
ASUS ROG Ally (Z1 Extreme) Review - TechGaming

The Asus ROG Ally is a powerful, lightweight handheld PC featuring a vibrant 1080p/120Hz display and the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, providing superior performance over competitors. While it boasts extensive game compatibility via Windows 11 and an ergonomic design, the device is hindered by short battery life and a clunky user interface. Key strengths include high-quality speakers...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
11/05/2023
Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Review - Gaming handheld with 120Hz screen and AMD Zen4

The Notebookcheck review of the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme highlights a powerful Windows-based handheld featuring a bright, 120Hz 1080p display with AMD FreeSync, offering superior visuals compared to competitors. Powered by the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU, the device delivers high performance for modern AAA titles and features an efficient dual-fan thermal system, although it suffers...Read more

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global.techradar.com
08/01/2024
Lenovo Legion Go Review

The Lenovo Legion Go is a high-performance Windows 11 handheld featuring a large, vibrant 8.8-inch QHD+ 144Hz display and the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, offering impressive, smooth gaming performance for demanding titles. Its design is defined by detachable, versatile "Legion TrueStrike" controllers with a unique FPS mode, a built-in kickstand, and extensive connectivity options,...Read more

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tweakers.net
18/12/2023
ASUS ROG Ally, Ryzen Z1 Extreme White Review

The ASUS ROG Ally (Ryzen Z1 Extreme) review on Tweakers highlights the handheld's superior performance, 1080p 120Hz screen, and solid, lightweight design. Pros include the versatile Windows 11 environment, powerful Z1 Extreme chip, quiet cooling, and decent front-firing speakers. However, the review notes significant cons, including poor battery life, clunky software navigation, and...Read more

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