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AMD Ryzen Z2 A vs Apple M3 Max: Comparison
AMD Ryzen Z2 A and Apple M3 Max differ on performance cores: AMD Ryzen Z2 A at 4, Apple M3 Max at 12, which puts Apple M3 Max ahead on that measure. They match on form factor, integrated graphics and copilot plus certified.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Product Line | Ryzen Z | Other |
| Form Factor | Laptop | Laptop |
| Model Number | Z2 A | M3 Max |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2023 |
| TDP | 6-20W (configurable) | 40 W |
| Market Segment | Handheld | Laptop |
| Socket | FP8 | Soldered |
| Socket Status | Current | End of Life |
| Process Node | 6 nm | 3 nm |
| Performance Cores | 4 | 12 |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 | 4 |
| SMT Enabled | true | false |
| P-Core Boost Clock | 4.6 | 4.05 |
| Integrated Graphics | Yes | Yes |
| Copilot Plus Certified | false | false |
| Cores | 4 | 16 |
| Threads | 8 | 16 |
| Architecture | Zen 2 | Apple Silicon, Third Generation |
Verdict
AMD Ryzen Z2 A
7.4 / 10 Expert Rating
The AMD Ryzen Z2 A is a entry-tier handheld gaming chip, pairing efficient CPU cores with a strong integrated GPU for portable gaming.