AMD’s newest Ryzen AI MAX+ 392 “Strix Halo” is already showing up in early benchmarks just a week after being introduced at CES 2026, and the first numbers suggest AMD is serious about bringing high CPU performance and a stronger integrated GPU to more affordable gaming laptops.
At CES 2026, AMD expanded the Ryzen AI MAX (Strix Halo) lineup with two new options designed for more mainstream laptop pricing: Ryzen AI MAX+ 392 and Ryzen AI MAX+ 388. The idea is straightforward—offer 12-core and 8-core variants that still include the full Radeon 8060S integrated graphics configuration, making it easier for laptop makers to build cost-effective gaming systems without stepping down to a smaller iGPU. One of the first confirmed designs comes from ASUS with its TUF Gaming lineup, and now a test result appears to give us a preview of what to expect.
Ryzen AI MAX+ 392 specifications: Zen 5 power and a full 40-CU iGPU
The Ryzen AI MAX+ 392 packs 12 CPU cores and 24 threads based on AMD’s Zen 5 architecture, with boost speeds up to 5.0 GHz. It also includes an AI-focused NPU rated at up to 50 TOPs, aimed at modern AI workloads and on-device features that more apps and games are starting to use.
The most interesting part for gamers is the graphics configuration. Unlike earlier variants that top out at 32 compute units (Radeon 8050S), both the Ryzen AI MAX+ 392 and the Ryzen AI MAX+ 388 come with the full 40 compute units tied to Radeon 8060S. That’s a notable step because it means laptop manufacturers can deliver mainstream gaming laptops—and potentially compact gaming devices and handheld-style PCs—with the larger iGPU enabled, without requiring the top-end CPU option.
Faster LPDDR5X memory and big unified memory support
These new Ryzen AI MAX+ chips also pair with faster LPDDR5X memory, with speeds listed up to 8533 MT/s. Faster memory can make a real difference for integrated graphics performance since iGPUs rely heavily on system memory bandwidth. The platform continues to support up to 128 GB of unified memory, up to 60 TFLOPs of FP16 compute capability, and strong AI performance driven by AMD’s XDNA 2 architecture.
First benchmark leak: ASUS TUF Gaming A14-style laptop with Ryzen AI MAX+ 392
The leaked benchmark comes from an ASUS TX Air FA401EA, described as essentially the same TUF Gaming A14-style design revealed recently. This configuration reportedly uses the Ryzen AI MAX+ 392 paired with 64 GB of LPDDR5X running at 8000 MT/s.
In the test, the chip was observed boosting slightly above 5.0 GHz, hinting at strong efficiency for a mobile-focused processor.
Geekbench 6 results show strong multi-core performance for a mobile chip
In Geekbench 6, the Ryzen AI MAX+ 392 scored 2917 points in single-core and 18,071 points in multi-core. For context, that multi-core number lands in the neighborhood of established desktop CPUs, which is impressive considering this is a mobile SoC operating within laptop power and thermal limits.
Why this matters for cost-effective gaming laptops
This early performance glimpse lines up with AMD’s strategy: bring Strix Halo into more affordable laptop models while still delivering the full Radeon 8060S iGPU configuration. If these chips launch in volume across mainstream gaming laptops, they could offer a compelling option for buyers who want strong CPU performance and capable integrated graphics without jumping straight into higher-priced configurations.
AMD Ryzen AI MAX (Strix Halo) lineup overview
Ryzen AI Max+ 395: Zen 5, 16 cores / 32 threads, up to 5.1 GHz, 80 MB cache, 40 CUs (Radeon 8060S), 45–120W
Ryzen AI Max+ 392: Zen 5, 12 cores / 24 threads, up to 5.0 GHz, 76 MB cache, 40 CUs (Radeon 8060S), 45–120W
Ryzen AI Max 390: Zen 5, 12 cores / 24 threads, up to 5.0 GHz, 76 MB cache, 32 CUs (Radeon 8050S), 45–120W
Ryzen AI Max 385: Zen 5, 8 cores / 16 threads, up to 5.0 GHz, 40 MB cache, 32 CUs (Radeon 8050S), 45–120W
Ryzen AI Max+ 388: Zen 5, 8 cores / 16 threads, up to 5.0 GHz, 40 MB cache, 40 CUs (Radeon 8060S), 45–120W
Ryzen AI Max 380: Zen 5, 6 cores / 12 threads, up to 4.9 GHz, 22 MB cache, 16 CUs (Radeon 8040S), 45–120W
With retail availability expected in the first half of the year, the Ryzen AI MAX+ 392 is shaping up to be one of the most interesting Strix Halo options for shoppers who want a balanced gaming laptop—high-end multi-core CPU performance, modern AI hardware, and the full Radeon 8060S integrated GPU—without necessarily paying for the very top SKU.
