I Would NOT Want to be Intel Right Now........ AMD Computex 2021
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Search, collaborate and share your 3D models with Thangs! Start exploring at bit.ly Save 10% and Free Worldwide Shipping at Ridge Wallet by using offer code LINUS at ridge.com Dr. Lisa Su kicked off COMPUTEX 2021 with a bang, and there’s a LOT to talk about. So let’s do that. Sorry, Intel. Purchases made through some store links may provide some compensation to Linus Media Group. Discuss on the forum: linustechtips.com ►GET MERCH: lttstore.com ►SUPPORT US ON FLOATPLANE: floatplane.com ►LTX EXPO: ltxexpo.com AFFILIATES & REFERRALS --------------------------------------------------- ►Affiliates, Sponsors & Referrals: lmg.gg ►Check out our podcast gear: kit.co ►Private Internet Access VPN: lmg.gg ►Our Official Charging Partner Anker: lmg.gg ►MK Keyboards: lmg.gg ►Nerd or Die Stream Overlays: lmg.gg ►Official Game Store: nexus.gg ►Amazon Prime: lmg.gg ►Audible Free Trial: lmg.gg ►Our Gear on Amazon: geni.us FOLLOW US ELSEWHERE --------------------------------------------------- Twitter: twitter.com Facebook: @LinusTech Instagram: @linustech Twitch: twitch.tv FOLLOW OUR OTHER CHANNELS --------------------------------------------------- Mac Address: lmg.gg Techquickie: lmg.gg TechLinked: lmg.gg ShortCircuit: lmg.gg LMG Clips: lmg.gg Channel Super Fun: lmg.gg Carpool Critics: lmg.gg MUSIC CREDIT --------------------------------------------------- Title: Laszlo - Supernova Video Link: youtube.com iTunes Download Link: itunes.apple.com Artist Link: soundcloud.com Outro Screen Music Credit: Approaching Nirvana - Sugar High youtube.com Monitor And Keyboard by vadimmihalkevich / CC BY 4.0 geni.us Mechanical RGB Keyboard by BigBrotherECE / CC BY 4.0 geni.us Mouse Gamer free Model By Oscar Creativo / CC BY 4.0 geni.us CHAPTERS --------------------------------------------------- 0:00 Intro 1:08 APUs are back! 4:20 RDNA2 Mobile 5:19 FidelityFX Super Resolution 6:50 AMD Advantage program 8:54 The stuff AMD wouldn't tell us about 10:00 Conclusion
The video provides a detailed, at-times humorous look at AMD's Computex 2021 keynote led by Dr. Lisa Su, highlighting how AMD is regaining momentum across multiple segments. It frames AMD as having already surpassed Intel in several critical areas such as server and high-end desktop, and now threatens Intel in the consumer desktop, gaming laptop, and mobile GPU markets. The host traces the key announcements, starting with the return of APUs, including Zen 3 Ryzen 5 5600G and Ryzen 7 5700G, which pair strong CPU performance with integrated Vega 8 graphics, delivering better value by combining CPU and GPU capabilities in a single package. The discussion then shifts to RDNA2 mobile GPUs, where three new skews target laptops with competitive performance, power efficiency, and a focus on real-world gaming experiences. A notable portion of the talk is devoted to FidelityFX Super Resolution, AMD’s response to DLSS, exploring its current capabilities, potential advantages, and the caveats around its initial implementation. The segment also covers the AMD Advantage initiative for gaming laptops, detailing the minimum hardware and experiential requirements, and naming partner models from Asus and HP with plans to expand to Lenovo and MSI, signaling a push toward a tightly integrated ecosystem. Throughout, the host contrasts AMD’s aggressive product cadence with perceived delays or challenges faced by Intel, while also acknowledging supply constraints that shape AMD’s go-to-market strategy. The overall takeaway is that AMD is presenting a compelling, multi-front comeback,redefining value in APUs, expanding mobile GPU options, and pushing innovations like 3D stacking,though some features, such as FidelityFX Super Resolution, still require real-world validation. The viewer is left with the impression that Intel may soon face intensified competitive pressure across several market tiers and that AMD’s momentum could redefine industry dynamics in the near term, especially if APUs and mobile products live up to expectations. The video closes with a tease of further AMD coverage and a lighthearted nod to the sponsor and other AMD-related announcements, while underscoring the broader narrative of AMD’s resurgence.
Topics · technology · hardware · computing · gaming-laptops · industry-analysis
Questions answered
- What Zen 3 based APUs did AMD announce for desktop use at Computex 2021, and what is notable about them?
- AMD announced the Ryzen 5 5600G and Ryzen 7 5700G APUs, which bring strong CPU performance combined with integrated Vega 8 graphics, offering good value by pairing CPU and GPU capabilities in one package and improving onboard graphics performance.
- What is the AMD Advantage program and which laptops were first to carry it?
- AMD Advantage is a program that ensures a minimum spec and an integrated design focus for gaming laptops, with Ryzen and Radeon mobile components, high refresh rate displays, FreeSync, fast storage, and memory sharing features. The first two laptops announced were Asus Strix G513 Advantage edition and HP Omen 16, with more brands to follow.
- How does FidelityFX Super Resolution fit into AMD’s mobile and desktop strategy, and how does it compare to DLSS?
- FidelityFX Super Resolution is AMD’s answer to DLSS, aimed at upscaling image quality to boost FPS. Early previews suggested it is competitive but not yet on par with DLSS 2.0 in all scenarios, requiring further real-world validation across various games and settings.