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AMD to bring FSR 4 to handhelds and APUs by end of 2026
Key points
- AMD FSR 4 coming to APUs, laptops, handhelds by end of 2026.
- Expansion includes existing APUs and new product lines.
- Unclear if existing handhelds will support FSR 4.
- AMD previously reserved FSR 4 for desktop graphics cards.
FSR 4 Expansion to Handhelds and APUs
AMD's consumer chip boss, Jack Huynh, announced that the FSR 4 technology, initially introduced for external graphics cards, will be extended to the entire product line. This includes APUs, gaming laptops, and handheld devices, with implementation expected by the end of 2026.
Huynh's statement to Korean publication The Elec indicates a dual approach: supporting existing APUs and introducing new product lines capable of FSR 4. This marks a shift from AMD's previous stance, which had only committed FSR 4 to desktop graphics cards.
Uncertainty for Existing Handheld Devices
While FSR 4 is coming to handhelds, it remains unclear whether existing devices, such as the Steam Deck, will receive the update. The announcement coincides with news of a new FSR4-capable chip from AMD, suggesting that new hardware might be necessary for full compatibility.
AMD previously expressed concerns about ensuring a quality experience and sufficient compute power for FSR 4 on older handhelds. Valve has confirmed working with AMD to bring FSR 4 to the Steam Machine's APU, but not yet for the Steam Deck handhelds.
New APU and Lightweight FSR4 Model
According to The Elec, AMD plans to release both a new APU and a lightweight FSR4 model for APUs by year-end. However, the report does not specify if this lightweight FSR4 model will be available for handhelds. This could potentially require AMD's rumored Ryzen Z3 or "Gainsborough" handheld chips.
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AMD's consumer chip boss Jack Huynh stated that FSR 4 technology will expand to APUs, gaming laptops, and handheld devices by the end of 2026. This expansion includes both existing APUs and new product lines, though it is unclear if existing handhelds will receive the update or if new hardware will be required.