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AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388

49,796 Benchmark Score

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AMD Radeon 860M

26,401 Benchmark Score

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The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 and AMD Radeon 860M combination represents a laptop-class build that sits in the 81st percentile overall, placing it firmly above the majority of systems in the database. The CPU is a mobile Zen 5 part, while the GPU is an integrated RDNA 3.5 solution, and the data shows a pairing where raw processor power vastly outpaces the graphics capability. This page analyzes the benchmark results for this specific CPU+GPU pairing, interpreting what the scores mean for real-world workloads and usage scenarios.

FAQ

Q: What is the combined percentile ranking for this CPU and GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile for this build is 81, indicating it outperforms 81% of all recorded system configurations in the database.

Q: How does the CPU's average benchmark score compare to its closest rival?

A: The CPU has an average benchmark score of 49796, which is 0.1% lower than the Intel Core 9 273PE (avgScore 49845) and 0.8% higher than the Intel Core i5-14600KF (avgScore 49394).

Q: What is the GPU's percentile position among all GPUs?

A: The Radeon 860M holds a percentile rank of 72 among all GPUs, placing it in the upper-middle tier of graphics processors.

Q: What is the CPU's single-core performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The CPU scores 1960 points in the Cinebench R23 single-core test, with a multi-core score of 18759 points in the same benchmark.

Q: What is the memory configuration for this CPU?

A: The CPU supports LPDDR5X memory in a quad-channel configuration, with a total memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s.

Q: What is the boost clock speed of the GPU?

A: The Radeon 860M has a boost clock of 3000 MHz, with a base clock of 600 MHz.

Q: Are there any measured FPS results for this exact build?

A: No, the data pack contains no measured FPS rows for this exact combination. All gaming performance figures discussed in this analysis are estimated from the benchmark scores.

Benchmark Performance

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 delivers an average benchmark score of 49796, placing it in the 90th percentile among all CPUs tracked. This is a strong result for a mobile processor, positioning it just below the Intel Core 9 273PE (49845, deltaPct -0.1) and just above the Intel Core i5-14600KF (49394, deltaPct 0.8) and AMD Ryzen 9 7900 (49228, deltaPct 1.2). The delta percentages are remarkably tight — within a 1.3% band across all four rivals — which means this CPU is trading blows with mid-range desktop and high-end mobile parts from both AMD and Intel.

Breaking down the CPU benchmark suite, the single-threaded Passmark score of 4185 confirms strong per-core performance, while the multithread score of 33486 reinforces the multi-core capability. In Cinebench R23, the multi-core score of 18759 is roughly 9.6 times the single-core score of 1960, indicating excellent scaling across the 8 cores and 16 threads. The Passmark integer math score of 109588 and floating-point math score of 72722 are both robust, pointing to a processor that handles both general-purpose and computational workloads with ease.

The AMD Radeon 860M integrated GPU posts an average benchmark score of 26401, which places it in the 72nd percentile among all GPUs. This is a much lower relative standing than the CPU. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 22759 and Vulkan score of 30043 show the GPU's compute capabilities. When compared to its nearest rivals, the Radeon 860M is essentially tied with the NVIDIA GeForce MX550 (26421, deltaPct -0.1) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 (26331, deltaPct 0.3), while trailing the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary (26553, deltaPct -0.6) by a negligible margin. This places the integrated GPU in the same performance class as entry-level discrete graphics solutions.

The combined picture is one of significant asymmetry. The CPU sits in the top 10% of all processors, while the GPU sits in the top 28% of all graphics cards. This means the system is heavily CPU-bound in most workloads, with the integrated GPU acting as the limiting factor for graphics-intensive tasks.

Gaming Performance

This FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The `measuredFpsUltraByGame` field is empty, and the `dataIsMeasured` flag is false. Therefore, all gaming performance figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores.

Based on the GPU's average benchmark score of 26401 and its 72nd percentile ranking, the Radeon 860M is capable of running games at 1080p with medium to high settings, but will struggle at higher resolutions or with ultra settings in demanding titles. The GPU's closest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce MX550, is a known entry-level discrete GPU, and the Radeon 860M matches its performance. This suggests the 860M can handle esports titles and older AAA games at playable frame rates, but modern AAA releases will require significant settings reductions.

The CPU's strong single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1960) ensures that frame pacing and minimum frame rates will be solid, as the processor will not bottleneck the GPU in most scenarios. However, the GPU's 3.072 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 512 shading units are modest figures that cap overall frame throughput. For 1080p gaming, users can expect playable performance in competitive titles, but for 1440p or 4K gaming, the integrated GPU will be the primary constraint.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data reveals a clear bottleneck scenario: the CPU is dramatically more powerful than the GPU. The CPU's 90th percentile ranking versus the GPU's 72nd percentile ranking creates a substantial gap. In gaming workloads, the Radeon 860M will be the limiting factor, as its compute resources (512 shading units, 16 ROPs) are far below what would be needed to keep pace with the Ryzen AI Max+ 388's processing power.

This imbalance is evident in the benchmark scores. The CPU's Passmark multithread score of 33486 is exceptionally high for a mobile part, while the GPU's Geekbench OpenCL score of 22759 is modest by comparison. In CPU-bound tasks like data compression (400887 in Passmark), the processor will finish quickly, but in GPU-bound tasks like 3D rendering, the system will be held back by the integrated graphics.

The FPS scaling in games will follow the GPU's performance curve, not the CPU's. Since the CPU provides ample headroom, users will see consistent frame delivery without CPU-related stutters, but the absolute frame rate ceiling is set by the Radeon 860M. For productivity workloads that rely on the CPU — such as video encoding, software compilation, and data analysis — the system will perform at a high level, as the CPU's 90th percentile ranking indicates.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Strix Halo. It operates with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, with a TDP of 55 W. The CPU is manufactured on TSMC's 4 nm process node, with a die size of 2x 70.6 mm². The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 32 MB of L3 cache.

The benchmark results demonstrate strong multi-threaded performance for a mobile chip. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18759 places it in the same league as desktop mid-range processors, while the single-core score of 1960 shows excellent per-thread efficiency. The Passmark data compression score of 400887 is particularly noteworthy, indicating fast memory access and efficient data handling. The encryption score of 20092 and extended instructions score of 32719 further confirm the CPU's capability in security and SIMD workloads.

The CPU's 90th percentile ranking among all CPUs means it outperforms the vast majority of processors in the database. In real-world terms, this translates to responsive system performance, fast application launches, and smooth multitasking. The quad-channel LPDDR5X memory support with 256.0 GB/s bandwidth ensures that memory-intensive workloads, such as large database operations or virtual machines, have sufficient data throughput. The CPU supports ECC memory, which is an unusual feature for a mobile processor and valuable for data integrity in workstation scenarios.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Ryzen AI Max+ 388 uses the AMD Socket FP11, which is a mobile-specific socket. This means the CPU is not upgradeable in a traditional desktop sense; it is soldered to the motherboard in a laptop form factor. The system's build class is "laptop," so any upgrade path involves replacing the entire machine rather than swapping individual components.

The platform supports LPDDR5X memory in a quad-channel configuration, with a total bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. This memory is system-shared with the integrated GPU, meaning the Radeon 860M draws from the same pool. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), and the GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface. The GPU's memory bandwidth is listed as "System Dependent," which means performance scales with the amount and speed of the system memory.

The GPU has a TDP of 15 W and no power connectors, which is typical for an integrated graphics solution. The CPU's TDP is 55 W. There is no suggested PSU listed in the data, but given the laptop form factor and the low power requirements of both components, power delivery is not a concern for this build. A sensible next upgrade would be to move to a system with a discrete GPU, as the Radeon 860M's performance ceiling is the primary limitation of this configuration.

Who Should Build It

This CPU+GPU pairing targets users who prioritize processor performance over graphics capability. The CPU's 90th percentile ranking makes it an excellent choice for professionals and students who run CPU-intensive applications. Software developers will benefit from the fast compilation times and the Passmark integer math score of 109588. Data analysts and researchers working with large datasets will appreciate the data compression score of 400887 and the 256.0 GB/s memory bandwidth.

Content creators who work primarily with CPU-based rendering (such as video encoding) will find the multi-core performance sufficient, but those who rely on GPU-accelerated rendering (like 3D artists using GPU renderers) will be disappointed by the Radeon 860M's modest capabilities. Students and office workers will find the system more than adequate for document processing, web browsing, and spreadsheet work, with the single-core score of 4185 in Passmark ensuring snappy responsiveness.

Gamers at 1080p with low to medium settings are the target audience for the GPU, as the 72nd percentile ranking places it in entry-level territory. High-refresh gaming at 1440p or 4K is not realistic with this integrated GPU. Small business workstations that require reliable multi-threaded performance for tasks like financial modeling, database management, and virtualization will find this CPU well-suited, particularly with ECC memory support.

Build Overview

This build combines the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 CPU with the AMD Radeon 860M integrated GPU in a laptop class configuration. The CPU is a high-performance mobile processor with an 8-core/16-thread Zen 5 design, while the GPU is an integrated RDNA 3.5 solution with 512 shading units. The combined percentile ranking of 81 indicates that this system outperforms 81% of all recorded builds in the database.

The overall tier is defined by the CPU's strength and the GPU's mediocrity. The processor sits in the 90th percentile, making it a top-tier mobile CPU, while the GPU sits in the 72nd percentile, making it a mid-tier integrated graphics solution. This creates a lopsided build where the processor is capable of desktop-class performance, but the graphics subsystem anchors the system's gaming and GPU-accelerated workload capabilities. The CPU's average benchmark score of 49796 is nearly double the GPU's average of 26401, highlighting the performance disparity.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The Radeon 860M's 72nd percentile ranking and Geekbench OpenCL score of 22759 indicate that high-refresh gaming is only feasible in esports titles at 1080p with reduced settings. The CPU's strong single-core performance (1960 in Cinebench R23) will prevent frame drops, but the GPU's 3.072 TFLOPS FP32 compute limits maximum frame rates to roughly the 60-90 FPS range in light titles.

Streaming: The CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads, combined with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18759, provide ample headroom for software encoding while gaming. The Passmark data compression score of 400887 suggests efficient handling of streaming data, but the GPU's limitations will cap the gaming quality that can be streamed.

Video editing: The CPU excels in this workload, with the Passmark multithread score of 33486 and floating-point math score of 72722 indicating fast timeline scrubbing and export times. However, GPU-accelerated effects and color grading will be slow due to the Radeon 860M's modest compute capabilities.

3D rendering: This is a mixed scenario. CPU-based rendering (such as Blender's Cycles with CPU) will benefit from the 16 threads and 32 MB of L3 cache, but GPU-based rendering will be severely limited by the integrated graphics. The GPU's 512 shading units and 16 ROPs are insufficient for complex scenes.

Software development: The CPU is ideal for this workload. The Passmark integer math score of 109588 and data encryption score of 20092 indicate fast code compilation and secure operations. The 256.0 GB/s memory bandwidth supports large build caches and virtual machines.

Student and office work: This system is overkill for basic productivity. The single-core Passmark score of 4185 ensures instant application launches, and the 90th percentile CPU ranking means multitasking across dozens of browser tabs, document editors, and communication apps will be seamless. The GPU is sufficient for standard office graphics and video playback.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon 860M is an integrated graphics processor based on the RDNA 3.5 architecture, manufactured on TSMC's 4 nm process. It features 512 shading units, 32 texture mapping units, and 16 raster operation units, along with 8 ray tracing cores. The GPU operates at a base clock of 600 MHz and a boost clock of 3000 MHz, with a peak FP32 performance of 3.072 TFLOPS and FP16 performance of 3.072 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio).

The memory subsystem is entirely system-shared, with the GPU using LPDDR5X memory via the CPU's quad-channel interface. The bus width and bandwidth are listed as "System Dependent," meaning the GPU's memory performance scales with the system's RAM configuration. The GPU's pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s and texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s. It supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, making it feature-complete for modern game APIs.

The benchmark results place the Radeon 860M in the 72nd percentile, with an average score of 26401. Its Geekbench OpenCL score of 22759 and Vulkan score of 30043 are modest, aligning it with entry-level discrete GPUs like the NVIDIA GeForce MX550 (deltaPct -0.1). The GPU has 8 ray tracing cores, but given the low overall compute throughput, ray tracing performance will be limited to basic effects at low resolutions. The TDP of 15 W is typical for an integrated solution, and the PCIe 4.0 x8 interface provides sufficient bandwidth for the system-shared memory architecture. For rendering workloads, the GPU is best suited for lightweight tasks like image compositing or 2D acceleration, while heavy 3D rendering should be left to the CPU.

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