AMD Ryzen Z1 GPU vs Lisuan Tech LX MAX Comparison

The database records two very different graphics solutions: the AMD Ryzen Z1 GPU and the Lisuan Tech LX MAX. The Ryzen Z1 GPU is a compact, low-power integrated-style part built for embedded or handheld systems, while the LX MAX is a large, high-performance discrete card aimed at desktop workloads. Both hold the same 50th percentile position among all GPUs in the database, and both show an average benchmark score of zero, meaning no direct performance samples are recorded. This analysis relies on the architectural data, memory specifications, and feature sets provided in the records.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

No direct head-to-head benchmark scores exist in the database for these two products. The winsA and winsB fields are both zero, and the headToHeadBenchmarks array is empty. Therefore, any comparison of measured performance must be inferred from the raw compute and memory figures recorded for each part.

The compute throughput difference is substantial. The Lisuan Tech LX MAX delivers 24.58 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, while the AMD Ryzen Z1 GPU delivers 2.560 TFLOPS. This places the LX MAX at roughly 9.6 times the raw single-precision throughput of the Ryzen Z1 GPU. In FP16, the LX MAX reaches 49.15 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio), while the Ryzen Z1 GPU reaches 5.120 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio), again a factor of about 9.6. These numbers indicate that for any workload that scales with shading unit count, the LX MAX has a decisive advantage.

The pixel and texture rates follow the same pattern. The LX MAX achieves 192.0 GPixel/s and 384.0 GTexel/s, while the Ryzen Z1 GPU achieves 20.00 GPixel/s and 40.00 GTexel/s. The LX MAX is 9.6 times faster in both metrics, consistent with its larger number of render output units and texture mapping units. The Ryzen Z1 GPU has 8 ROPs and 16 TMUs, whereas the LX MAX has 96 ROPs and 192 TMUs.

Memory bandwidth is another clear divider. The LX MAX uses 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, yielding 432.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The Ryzen Z1 GPU uses 16 GB of LPDDR5 on a 64-bit bus, yielding 51.20 GB/s. The LX MAX provides 8.4 times the bandwidth of the Ryzen Z1 GPU. This matters for texture-heavy scenes or large data sets, where the Ryzen Z1 GPU could become constrained by its narrow memory interface.

However, the Ryzen Z1 GPU has a memory capacity advantage. It holds 16 GB versus the LX MAX’s 12 GB. In scenarios where capacity exceeds bandwidth needs, such as loading large models or holding multiple framebuffers, the Ryzen Z1 GPU offers 33% more memory. This is a notable edge for a part that is otherwise far behind in throughput.

Power consumption flips the comparison. The Ryzen Z1 GPU has a TDP of 30 W, while the LX MAX has a TDP of 225 W. The LX MAX draws 7.5 times the power of the Ryzen Z1 GPU. This difference is central to the use-case split: the Ryzen Z1 GPU is a low-power part, while the LX MAX is a high-performance desktop card.

Architecture Differences

The two GPUs come from different architectural lineages. The AMD Ryzen Z1 GPU uses the RDNA 3.0 architecture, built on the Phoenix chip, and belongs to the Console GPU (AMD) generation. The Lisuan Tech LX MAX uses the TrueGPU architecture, built on the 7G106 chip, and belongs to the 7G100 generation.

Process technology differs as well. The Ryzen Z1 GPU is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC, while the LX MAX uses a 6 nm process, also at TSMC. The smaller node gives the Ryzen Z1 GPU a higher transistor density for its known die: 142.6M transistors per square millimeter on a 178 mm² die, totaling 25,390 million transistors. The LX MAX has unknown transistor count and die size, so no density comparison is possible from the recorded data.

Shading hardware is dramatically different. The Ryzen Z1 GPU has 256 shading units, 16 TMUs, 8 ROPs, and 4 ray tracing cores. The LX MAX has 6144 shading units, 192 TMUs, 96 ROPs, and no listed ray tracing cores. The LX MAX therefore has 24 times the shading units, 12 times the TMUs, and 12 times the ROPs of the Ryzen Z1 GPU. The Ryzen Z1 GPU does have dedicated ray tracing hardware, which the LX MAX lacks according to the records.

Memory technology differs fundamentally. The Ryzen Z1 GPU uses LPDDR5 memory with a 64-bit bus, while the LX MAX uses GDDR6 memory with a 192-bit bus. The memory clock is recorded as 800 MHz with 6.4 Gbps effective for the Ryzen Z1 GPU, and 2250 MHz with 18 Gbps effective for the LX MAX. The LX MAX’s wider bus and faster effective data rate combine for the 432.0 GB/s bandwidth figure.

API support shows both parts reaching the same DirectX level: 12 Ultimate (12_2) for both, and OpenGL 4.6 for both. The Vulkan versions differ: the Ryzen Z1 GPU supports Vulkan 1.4, while the LX MAX supports Vulkan 1.3. The Ryzen Z1 GPU has a newer Vulkan version, which may affect compatibility with certain Linux or Vulkan-based workloads.

Physical design and outputs differ completely. The Ryzen Z1 GPU has no display outputs, no power connectors, no bus interface, and no suggested PSU. Its dimensions are 280 mm length, 111 mm height, and 21 mm width. The LX MAX has 4x DisplayPort 1.4a outputs, one 16-pin power connector, a suggested PSU of 550 W, and a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface. Its dimensions are 248 mm length, 118 mm height, and 48 mm width, with a dual-slot form factor.

FAQ

Q: Which GPU has higher raw compute performance?

A: The Lisuan Tech LX MAX. It delivers 24.58 TFLOPS FP32 and 49.15 TFLOPS FP16, compared to the AMD Ryzen Z1 GPU’s 2.560 TFLOPS FP32 and 5.120 TFLOPS FP16. The LX MAX is about 9.6 times faster in both precision modes.

Q: Why does the AMD Ryzen Z1 GPU have a lower power draw?

A: The Ryzen Z1 GPU has a TDP of 30 W, while the LX MAX has a TDP of 225 W. The Ryzen Z1 GPU uses a 4 nm process with a small 178 mm² die and only 256 shading units, whereas the LX MAX uses a 6 nm process with 6144 shading units. The smaller hardware scale results in the lower power requirement.

Q: Which GPU offers more memory capacity?

A: The AMD Ryzen Z1 GPU has 16 GB of LPDDR5 memory, while the Lisuan Tech LX MAX has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory. The Ryzen Z1 GPU provides 4 GB more capacity, but the LX MAX has much higher bandwidth due to its 192-bit bus versus the Ryzen Z1 GPU’s 64-bit bus.

Q: Does the Lisuan Tech LX MAX support ray tracing?

A: The database lists no ray tracing cores for the LX MAX. The AMD Ryzen Z1 GPU, in contrast, has 4 ray tracing cores. This means the Ryzen Z1 GPU includes dedicated ray tracing hardware, while the LX MAX does not have any recorded ray tracing units.

Q: What display outputs does each GPU have?

A: The AMD Ryzen Z1 GPU has no display outputs, meaning it cannot connect directly to monitors. The Lisuan Tech LX MAX has 4x DisplayPort 1.4a outputs, allowing for multi-monitor setups.

Q: Which GPU has a higher pixel fill rate?

A: The Lisuan Tech LX MAX has a pixel rate of 192.0 GPixel/s, while the AMD Ryzen Z1 GPU has a pixel rate of 20.00 GPixel/s. The LX MAX is 9.6 times faster in pixel fill, due to its 96 ROPs versus the Ryzen Z1 GPU’s 8 ROPs.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear split between the two products. The Lisuan Tech LX MAX is designed for tasks that demand maximum throughput: high-resolution rendering, multi-monitor output, and compute-heavy workloads. Its 24.58 TFLOPS FP32, 432.0 GB/s memory bandwidth, and 192.0 GPixel/s pixel rate put it in a different class from the Ryzen Z1 GPU. The LX MAX requires a 550 W suggested PSU and a single 16-pin connector, indicating it is meant for a full desktop system with adequate power delivery. It also has four DisplayPort outputs, so it can drive multiple high-resolution displays directly.

The AMD Ryzen Z1 GPU occupies the opposite niche. With a 30 W TDP, no power connectors, and no display outputs, it is not a standalone desktop card. Its 16 GB of LPDDR5 memory and 4 nm process node suggest a part intended for a tightly integrated system, possibly a handheld or low-power device where the CPU and GPU share a common package. The Ryzen Z1 GPU’s 4 ray tracing cores and Vulkan 1.4 support give it feature-level advantages, but its 2.560 TFLOPS FP32 and 51.20 GB/s bandwidth limit it to lighter workloads.

For users who need raw graphics performance, the LX MAX is the only viable choice based on the data. Its shading unit count, memory bandwidth, and fill rates are all an order of magnitude above the Ryzen Z1 GPU. For users who need a low-power GPU with more memory capacity and ray tracing support, the Ryzen Z1 GPU is the better fit, provided the system does not require direct display outputs or high compute throughput.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the two GPUs, based on the database records:

• Chip: AMD Ryzen Z1 GPU uses Phoenix; Lisuan Tech LX MAX uses 7G106.
• Architecture: RDNA 3.0 versus TrueGPU.
• Generation: Console GPU (AMD) versus 7G100.
• Process node: 4 nm versus 6 nm.
• Transistors: 25,390 million versus unknown.
• Die size: 178 mm² versus unknown.
• Transistor density: 142.6M / mm² versus null.
• Base clock: 1500 MHz versus null.
• Boost clock: 2500 MHz versus null.
• Memory clock: 800 MHz, 6.4 Gbps effective versus 2250 MHz, 18 Gbps effective.
• Memory size: 16 GB versus 12 GB.
• Memory type: LPDDR5 versus GDDR6.
• Memory bus width: 64 bit versus 192 bit.
• Memory bandwidth: 51.20 GB/s versus 432.0 GB/s.
• Shading units: 256 versus 6144.
• TMUs: 16 versus 192.
• ROPs: 8 versus 96.
• RT cores: 4 versus null.
• Pixel rate: 20.00 GPixel/s versus 192.0 GPixel/s.
• Texture rate: 40.00 GTexel/s versus 384.0 GTexel/s.
• FP32: 2.560 TFLOPS versus 24.58 TFLOPS.
• FP16: 5.120 TFLOPS (2:1) versus 49.15 TFLOPS (2:1).
• TDP: 30 W versus 225 W.
• Slot width: null versus dual-slot.
• Power connectors: None versus 1x 16-pin.
• Suggested PSU: null versus 550 W.
• Bus interface: null versus PCIe 4.0 x16.
• Display outputs: No outputs versus 4x DisplayPort 1.4a.
• Vulkan version: 1.4 versus 1.3.
• Dimensions: 280 mm x 111 mm x 21 mm versus 248 mm x 118 mm x 48 mm.
• Release date: 2023-09-17 versus 2026-03-16.
• Launch MSRP: 599 USD versus null.

Fields that are identical include DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, foundry (TSMC), production status (Active), and the 50th percentile ranking.

Where Each One Wins

The Lisuan Tech LX MAX wins in every throughput-based metric. It leads in FP32 and FP16 compute, pixel rate, texture rate, memory bandwidth, shading units, TMUs, and ROPs. It also has display outputs and a standard PCIe interface, making it suitable for a desktop workstation or gaming PC. The LX MAX’s GDDR6 memory with a 192-bit bus provides 432.0 GB/s, which is essential for high-resolution textures and heavy data movement.

The AMD Ryzen Z1 GPU wins in efficiency and capacity metrics. Its 30 W TDP is 195 W lower than the LX MAX’s 225 W TDP, making it far easier to cool and power in a compact system. It has 4 GB more memory (16 GB versus 12 GB), which could be advantageous for workloads that need to fit large datasets into VRAM without relying on streaming. The Ryzen Z1 GPU also has 4 ray tracing cores, a feature the LX MAX lacks, and a newer Vulkan version (1.4 versus 1.3). Its 4 nm process node gives it a higher transistor density on the known die, though the LX MAX’s transistor count is unrecorded.

For a system with a 550 W PSU and room for a dual-slot card, the LX MAX is the clear performance pick. For a system constrained to 30 W with no external power connectors, the Ryzen Z1 GPU is the only option that fits the power envelope. The Ryzen Z1 GPU’s lack of display outputs means it must be paired with a separate display controller, which is consistent with an embedded or APU-style role. The LX MAX’s four DisplayPort outputs allow direct monitor connection, a capability the Ryzen Z1 GPU does not provide. The data does not include any direct performance benchmarks, so these conclusions rest entirely on the recorded specifications.