AMD has just expanded its Zen 5 mobile series with a fresh addition aimed at ultra-efficient computing: the Ryzen AI 5 330 Krackan Point 2 APU. This newcomer, built on the Zen 5 architecture, is designed for entry-level mobile systems, making it perfect for users who prioritize energy efficiency.
The Ryzen AI 5 330 features a unique 4-core/8-thread setup with a blend of 1x Zen 5 and 3x Zen 5c hybrid cores. This configuration not only maximizes power efficiency but also offers flexibility for various applications. It uses the FP8 socket, frequently seen in laptops and compact desktop mini PCs.
Clock speeds for the Ryzen AI 5 330 include a base of 2 GHz across all cores, with the Zen 5 core capable of boosting to 4.5 GHz, while the Zen 5c cores reach up to 3.4 GHz. This chip offers a total cache of 12 MB and a configurable TDP ranging from 15W to 28W, notably lower than its Krackan Point family counterparts, which can hit up to 54W due to higher core counts.
On the graphics front, the Ryzen AI 5 330 integrates an AMD Radeon 820M with two GP cores clocked at 2.8 GHz. While it’s not designed for high-end gaming, its RDNA 3.5 architecture ensures better performance than older integrated graphics. The processor also includes a robust NPU, delivering up to 50 AI TOPS, making it capable of obtaining the Copilot+ certification for AI tasks.
With its benchmarks already appearing on Geekbench, it’s clear that the Ryzen AI 5 330 is tailored for routine computing tasks, offering a balance of performance and efficiency for the budget-conscious consumer.
