AMD has positioned itself as a leader in desktop processors this generation, and now it’s making a bold play for the mobile gaming market. Recent benchmarks presented by AMD claim its Ryzen AI 300 series, especially the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, significantly outperforms Intel’s Core Ultra 200 “Lunar Lake” processors in gaming performance. AMD’s HYPR-RX technology and broader support for FSR also add to its advantage, offering gamers enhanced experiences across a wide variety of titles.
In a recent blog post, AMD showcased performance comparisons, including games like Forza Horizon 5 and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. In Forza Horizon 5, AMD’s Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 reportedly achieves 135 fps at 1080p Medium settings, while Intel’s Core Ultra 7 285V reaches only 68 fps—performance AMD credits to its HYPR-RX technology. Even in direct GPU-free comparisons, AMD’s chip still holds a commanding lead. In Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 delivers 99 fps compared to Intel’s 48 fps.
These tests were conducted on similarly configured Asus ZenBook laptops, with AMD’s model slightly larger at 16 inches versus Intel’s 14-inch version. Despite potential advantages in cooling or power draw, AMD claims its Ryzen processors provide an average 75% performance boost over Intel’s Lunar Lake chips. This comes as AMD aims to increase its share of the mobile gaming market during a holiday season that favors performance-focused buyers.
However, not all reviews align with AMD’s claims. Independent studies, such as one from Tom’s Hardware, suggest that Intel’s integrated GPU might be faster in certain scenarios. Even so, AMD’s marketing push underscores its intent to challenge Intel on every front, particularly as Intel prepares to launch Arrow Lake-HX and Arrow Lake-H chips in early 2025. With AMD emphasizing its combination of raw performance and cutting-edge gaming technologies, it’s clear the competition in mobile gaming is heating up.