AMD Seemingly Stops Driver Updates for Ryzen Z1 Extreme Processor

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AMD appears to have halted driver updates for the Ryzen Z1 Extreme, raising concerns for handheld gaming device owners.

Quick Report

AMD has apparently stopped providing driver updates for the Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, which powers several popular handheld gaming devices.

Users have noticed a lack of recent updates, sparking concerns about long-term support and compatibility. The move could affect performance and security for devices relying on this chip, and AMD has yet to issue an official statement clarifying the situation.

For a more detailed discussion and analysis, you can watch my YouTube coverage of this development linked here.

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