AMD is giving gamers a sneak peek at its AMD Fluid Motion Frames 2 (AFMF2), an AI-powered technology aimed at delivering more frames per second for laptops running AMD Ryzen AI 300 processors. The benefits are notable, with performance gains ranging between 30 to 40 percent. For instance, in Cyberpunk 2077, AMD claims frame rates can leap from 56 FPS at 1080p and low settings to around 100 FPS when using AFMF2. Though currently available as a technical preview, AMD plans to roll out this feature as part of its Adrenalin Edition software soon.
AFMF2 represents the second generation of AMD’s Fluid Motion Frames, building on the technology first introduced in January. The Adrenalin Edition software already includes features like Radeon Super Resolution, which enhances visual quality by upscaling in-game frames. AFMF2 focuses on frame rate improvements, using AI to insert additional frames between those generated by the GPU. This makes gameplay smoother and more fluid, mimicking the effects of a more powerful GPU. AMD has bundled this feature into its HYPR-RX profiles, designed to optimize the gaming experience.
What sets AFMF2 apart is its ability to work in conjunction with Variable Graphics Memory (VGM), a new feature that reallocates up to 75 percent of system RAM into dedicated VRAM. This significantly boosts performance, especially in laptops with larger memory capacities. For example, in a system with 32GB of RAM, VGM can increase VRAM from 512MB to as much as 8GB on a Radeon 890M system. This extra memory results in faster performance in demanding games. Gamers can enable VGM through the Adrenalin application, selecting Low, Medium, or High to adjust memory allocation based on their needs.
Although AFMF2 and VGM won’t generate performance from thin air, AMD recommends that players aim to reach at least 50 FPS using in-game settings before letting AFMF2 enhance frame rates further. Of course, the performance boost will vary by system and game, but AMD’s internal testing shows dramatic improvements when comparing identical systems with and without AFMF2/VGM. Frame rate increases were observed across different resolutions, from standard 1080p to 2,880×1,800, offering smoother gameplay even in older titles.
Nvidia offers its own AI-based frame-generation solution, DLSS 3, but it requires a dedicated Nvidia graphics card. AMD’s AFMF2, however, works with integrated laptop graphics, making it a more versatile solution for those seeking enhanced gaming without upgrading to a discrete GPU.