AMD is rolling out a technical preview of new software features that promise significant performance gains for its latest Ryzen AI 300 series processors with integrated RDNA 3.5 graphics. The preview introduces two key technologies: AMD Fluid Motion Frames 2 (AFMF 2) and Variable Graphics Memory (VGM).
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| AMD introduces Fluid Motion Frames 2 for significant performance boosts in gaming |
AFMF 2: AI-Powered Frame Generation
AFMF 2 is AMD's latest frame generation technology, designed to boost frame rates in games without requiring developer intervention. According to AMD's claims:
- Cyberpunk 2077 sees up to a 78% increase in FPS, reaching nearly 100 FPS at 1080p with balanced FSR settings
- Far Cry 6 can reportedly hit over 70 FPS at 2880x1800 resolution with FSR on medium settings
It's important to note that AFMF 2 requires a baseline of 50 FPS to activate, which may limit its effectiveness on lower-end hardware.
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| Cyberpunk 2077 can achieve up to 78% higher FPS with AMD's new frame generation technology |
VGM: Expanding Available Graphics Memory
The Variable Graphics Memory feature allows Ryzen AI 300 APUs to dynamically allocate system RAM for use as graphics memory. This can potentially increase the available VRAM from the default 512MB to as much as 8GB on systems with 32GB of RAM.
Benefits of VGM include:
- Ability to run games with higher VRAM requirements
- Faster game loading times
- Improved performance in memory-constrained scenarios
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| User interface for AMD's Variable Graphics Memory settings, allowing for enhanced performance adjustments |
Availability and Testing
These features are currently available through a technical preview driver. AMD is seeking user feedback to further optimize both AFMF 2 and VGM before their official release.
A Word of Caution
While AMD's performance claims are impressive, it's worth noting that real-world results may vary. Frame generation technologies tend to work best at higher frame rates, and the effectiveness on laptop APUs may be more limited than suggested. Independent testing will be crucial to verify these performance gains across a wider range of games and hardware configurations.
As these features mature, they could potentially make Ryzen AI 300 series laptops more attractive for budget-conscious gamers and content creators looking for improved performance from integrated graphics.