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AMD Ryzen Z2 Go vs Apple M3 Max: Comparison
AMD Ryzen Z2 Go and Apple M3 Max differ on performance cores: AMD Ryzen Z2 Go 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 Go | M3 Max |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2023 |
| TDP | 15-30W (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 |
| Base Power | 15 | 40 W |
| Integrated Graphics | Yes | Yes |
| Copilot Plus Certified | false | false |
| Cores | 4 | 16 |
| Threads | 8 | 16 |
| Architecture | Zen 3+ | Apple Silicon, Third Generation |
Verdict
AMD Ryzen Z2 Go
7.4 / 10 Expert Rating
The AMD Ryzen Z2 Go is a entry-tier handheld gaming chip, pairing efficient CPU cores with a strong integrated GPU for portable gaming.